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Lisa Millington

Newport,Shropshire

Summary

Experienced education professional with a strong focus on discretion and confidentiality. Proficient in Microsoft Office, database management, and record-keeping, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills enhance organisational effectiveness and professionalism. Prepared to apply administrative and coordination skills to support team objectives in diverse environments.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Headteacher

Longlands Primary School
Market Drayton, Shropshire
09.2022 - 08.2025
  • Designated Safeguarding Lead, collaborating with external agencies for compliance.
  • Ensured excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment across all educational phases.
  • Led performance data analysis, resulting in 77% of pupils meeting standards in reading, writing, and mathematics.
  • Championed EDIB curriculum while promoting outdoor learning through woodland and farm initiatives.
  • Fostered pupil and staff wellbeing via mental health strategies and regulation spaces.
  • Cultivated partnerships with parents, governors, Trust, and wider community for engagement.
  • Oversaw recruitment, staffing, professional development, budgets, and daily operational management.
  • Reviewed school policies to ensure compliance with education regulations.

Deputy Headteacher

Grange Park Primary School, Community Academy Trust, Stirchley, Telford
Stirchley, Telford
09.2018 - 08.2022
  • Ensured safety of children as Designated Safeguarding Lead, collaborating with professionals.
  • Enhanced teaching and learning outcomes across school through effective leadership.
  • Assessed school performance data to establish targets for improvement.
  • Communicated effectively with parents, governors, and stakeholders regarding accountability processes.
  • Collaborated with Multi Academy Trust to support colleagues and contribute to Expert Groups.
  • Managed time efficiently to meet diverse responsibilities and support staff wellbeing.
  • Served as designated teacher for Looked After Children and Previously Looked After Children.
  • Achieved ARC Bronze level for attachment and trauma-informed approach to pupil support.

Assistant Headteacher

Grange Park Primary School, Community Academy Trust, Stirchley, Telford
Stirchley, Telford
09.2010 - 08.2018
  • Supported key leadership functions as Assistant Headteacher and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
  • Directed Key Stage Two programming to drive academic success and inclusion.
  • Implemented assessment frameworks to evaluate and improve educational outcomes.
  • Developed Mathematics and Religious Education syllabuses to align with standards.
  • Delivered instruction in Year 4 and Year 6, adapting methodologies for diverse learners.
  • Enhanced behaviour management protocols to foster a respectful school climate.

Key Stage Two Coordinator

Stirchley Primary School, Telford and Wrekin Council, Stirchley, Telford
Stirchley, Telford
09.2002 - 08.2010
  • Delivered targeted teaching in Year 2 to Year 5, promoting effective learning outcomes.
  • Managed Key Stage Two initiatives to ensure curriculum alignment.
  • Directed Maths programs, improving comprehension and enthusiasm for the subject.

Mathematics Coordinator

William Reynolds Junior School, Telford and Wrekin School, Woodside, Telford
Woodside, Telford
09.1997 - 08.2002
  • Acted as class teacher for Year 5 and 6, promoting a positive learning environment.
  • Managed mathematics coordination, driving improvements in student outcomes.
  • Oversaw music education, encouraging talent development in the arts.
  • Facilitated Gifted and Talented programmes, attaining Beacon Status for excellence.

Year 4 Class Teacher

Stirchley Primary School, Telford and Wrekin Council, Stirchley, Telford
Stirchley, Telford
01.1997 - 08.1997
  • Year 4 Class teacher - temporary post

Teaching Assistant and Cover teacher

Woodside Junior School, Telford and Wrekin School, Woodside, Telford
Woodside, Telford
09.1996 - 12.1996
  • Cover teacher for absences and teaching assistant for specific pupil with SEND - temporary post

Education

Bachelor's degree - Education with a Music and English Specialism

Charlotte Mason College
Cumbria
09.1992 - 08.1996

A Level - Music Grade B

New College, Telford
09.1989 - 08.1992

A Level - English Literature

New College, Telford
09.1989 - 08.1992

GCSEs - French and English Literature Grade A

John Hunt Secondary School, Telford
09.1984 - 08.1989

GCSEs - English, Music and Humanities Language Grade B

John Hunt Secondary School, Telford
09.1984 - 08.1989

GCSEs - Maths, Physics and Chemistry Language Grade C

John Hunt Secondary School, Telford
09.1984 - 08.1989

Skills

  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Microsoft office suite proficiency
  • Attention to Detail
  • Database management
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Record-keeping
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Organisation and prioritisation

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Piano Playing
  • Gardening

Certification

  • Coaching
  • NPQH
  • Empowered Leaders

Timeline

Headteacher

Longlands Primary School
09.2022 - 08.2025

Deputy Headteacher

Grange Park Primary School, Community Academy Trust, Stirchley, Telford
09.2018 - 08.2022

Assistant Headteacher

Grange Park Primary School, Community Academy Trust, Stirchley, Telford
09.2010 - 08.2018

Key Stage Two Coordinator

Stirchley Primary School, Telford and Wrekin Council, Stirchley, Telford
09.2002 - 08.2010

Mathematics Coordinator

William Reynolds Junior School, Telford and Wrekin School, Woodside, Telford
09.1997 - 08.2002

Year 4 Class Teacher

Stirchley Primary School, Telford and Wrekin Council, Stirchley, Telford
01.1997 - 08.1997

Teaching Assistant and Cover teacher

Woodside Junior School, Telford and Wrekin School, Woodside, Telford
09.1996 - 12.1996

Bachelor's degree - Education with a Music and English Specialism

Charlotte Mason College
09.1992 - 08.1996

A Level - Music Grade B

New College, Telford
09.1989 - 08.1992

A Level - English Literature

New College, Telford
09.1989 - 08.1992

GCSEs - French and English Literature Grade A

John Hunt Secondary School, Telford
09.1984 - 08.1989

GCSEs - English, Music and Humanities Language Grade B

John Hunt Secondary School, Telford
09.1984 - 08.1989

GCSEs - Maths, Physics and Chemistry Language Grade C

John Hunt Secondary School, Telford
09.1984 - 08.1989
Lisa Millington