Lesley Stuart-Gammie
Bonnyrigg,Midlothian
Summary
Experienced teacher, and acting CL of English, in a large state secondary school, who will bring excellent communication and organisational skills to the role. Experienced in curriculum design, with a strong background in assessment and moderation practices. Adept at supporting staff, with a proven ability to work collegiately across faculties and with external organisations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Acting Curriculum Leader of English
Boroughmuir High School (City of Edinburgh Council
Edinburgh, Edinburgh
08.2025 - Current
0.22FTE Acting CL / 0.78FTE Teacher of English.
Particular responsibility for S1 and primary transition, and coordination with Support for Learning (including Assessment Arrangements).
Acting CL position also held 2023-24 (0.22FTE) and 2021-22 (0.5FTE).
Teacher of English
Boroughmuir High School
Edinburgh, Edinburgh
08.2007 - Current
Teaching classes of all levels, from BGE to Advanced Higher, creating and delivering learning that supports, challenges, and enriches learners' experiences.
Using best practice to support literacy at all stages, including through digital technologies.
Highly experienced in assessment and moderation to ensure high standards and accurate tracking.
Positive and enthusiastic collegiate work to support improvement plans and drive forward working groups.
Education
PGDE (English) - Education
Moray House School of Education, University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 08.2005 - 07.2006
MA (Hons) - English Literature
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 10.1998 - 06.2002
Skills
Knowledge and experience of curriculum design, implementation and evaluation
Implementation of assessment and moderation practices
Supporting staff, including carrying out Professional Review and development meetings and signing off on professional updates
Working collegiately across faculties and with professionals from other related organisations to address faculty and school improvement plans and, ultimately, ensure the best possible outcomes for our learners
Communication, both as a classroom teacher and in terms of collegiate work
Accomplishments
School lead on facilitating international partnerships.
Professional recognition in Learning for Sustainability.
Trained as a Mental Health First Aider.
Languages
English
Native
French
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Acting Curriculum Leader of English
Boroughmuir High School (City of Edinburgh Council
08.2025 - Current
Teacher of English
Boroughmuir High School
08.2007 - Current
PGDE (English) - Education
Moray House School of Education, University of Edinburgh
08.2005 - 07.2006
MA (Hons) - English Literature
University of Edinburgh
10.1998 - 06.2002