Lisa Pugh
Shepperton,Surrey
Summary
Experienced SENCO leading special educational needs and disabilities management initiatives. Skilled in developing individual learning plans and supervising EHC plans while collaborating with teaching staff to improve pupil outcomes. Expertise in fostering relationships with parents and professionals to support vulnerable pupils and in curriculum development. Dedicated to advancing inclusive education through strategic planning and effective communication.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
SENCO
Hawkedale Primary School
Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey
09.2024 - Current
- Led organisation of monitoring and reporting for SEND pupils, enhancing tracking of progress across the school.
- Supported senior leadership team in monitoring and aiding vulnerable pupils throughout school, through DDSL role.
- Identified SEND pupils and facilitated interventions, supervising EHC plans to ensure compliance and support.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to develop individual learning plans and write SMART targets linked to EHCPS and pupils' needs.
- Collaborated with teachers, outside agencies, and parents to discuss pupil progress and devise tailored strategies.
- Led annual review meetings while completing necessary paperwork for local authority.
- Finalised statutory paperwork for EHCNA assessment requests.
Senior Specialist SEN teacher
Manor Mead School (Virginia Water)
Virginia Water
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Executed planned lessons, delivering high-quality teaching and assessing progress for pupils with complex needs to enhance their learning outcomes.
- Assisted teaching staff in meeting pupils' academic wellbeing and social communication needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Managed responsibilities for leading mathematics, designing, and implementing a developmentally suitable curriculum.
- Coordinated with external professionals to provide tailored support services, ensuring comprehensive care for pupils.
- Fostered relationships with parents and carers, communicating regularly through various channels.
- Evaluated pupils' plans annually, updating provisions and establishing new objectives.
Lead Practitioner SEN teacher
Marjory Kinnon School
Hounslow, Middlesex
09.2010 - 08.2021
- Executed planned lessons, assessing and delivering high-quality teaching for pupils with complex needs, enhancing individual learning outcomes.
- Contributed to development of inclusive curriculum, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
- Department lead for EYFS and KS1, working alongside leaders to monitor and improve teaching and learning.
- Department lead for EYFS and KS1, working alongside leaders to monitor and improve teaching and learning.
- Coordinated communication with outside agencies, implementing tailored support systems for pupils with special educational needs.
- Fostered relationships with parents and carers, communicating on a regular basis.
- Evaluated EHC plans annually and updated provisions.
Class teacher
Norwood Green Infant and Nursery School
Southall, Middlesex
09.2004 - 08.2010
- Planned and delivered lessons tailored to diverse learner needs.
- Created lesson plans aligned with national curriculum and school standards.
- Supported EYFS and KS1 teaching as a class teacher.
- Collaborated with team members across classes and year groups to enhance teaching practices.
- Mentored NQT and led subject initiatives to improve curriculum delivery.
- Built positive relationships with pupils and parents to support student achievement.
- Adapted teaching methods to support students with special educational needs.
- Shadowed SENCO to enhance understanding of SEN strategies.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - NPQ
University of Winchester
Winchester01-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with History
St Mary's University, Twickenham
Twickenham01-2004
Skills
- SEND monitoring
- EHC plans supervision
- Individual learning plans
- Curriculum development
- Time management and team organisational skills
- Collaborative working skills with parents and professionals
Timeline
SENCO
Hawkedale Primary School
09.2024 - Current
Senior Specialist SEN teacher
Manor Mead School (Virginia Water)
09.2021 - 08.2024
Lead Practitioner SEN teacher
Marjory Kinnon School
09.2010 - 08.2021
Class teacher
Norwood Green Infant and Nursery School
09.2004 - 08.2010
Certificate of Higher Education - NPQ
University of Winchester
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with History
St Mary's University, Twickenham