LAILA SHIRE

• PART TIME _ 3 Days a week
• Serves as Acting Headteacher in the absence of the Headteacher, overseeing school leadership, staff management, and daily operations.
• Oversees safeguarding matters and takes the lead when the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is unavailable, ensuring all safeguarding policies and procedures are followed.
• Develops and implements individualized SEND support plans to address the academic, social, and emotional needs of students.
• Chairs multidisciplinary meetings with local authorities, social workers, educational psychologists (EPs), speech and language therapists (SALT), Cherry Gardens, SENDip, and other professionals to advocate for students with SEND.
• Enhances parental engagement by increasing attendance at school coffee mornings, fostering stronger connections with parents, and creating a supportive community for families.
• Collaborates closely with external agencies such as Cherry Gardens, the AST team, SALT, OT, and EPs to improve student support strategies.
• Leads staff development, providing training and ongoing guidance to colleagues on best practices for supporting SEND students, promoting an inclusive school culture.
• Ensures policy compliance by adhering to statutory SEND requirements, including EHCP processes, while staying updated on policy developments.
• Utilizes a data-driven approach to monitor student outcomes and refine intervention strategies, ensuring evidence-based improvements.

Part time - 2 days week

• Led the Inclusion Department, ensuring all international students with SEND, AEN, and EAL received appropriate support and accommodations.
• Assessed students for exam access arrangements, implementing extra time, scribes, and iPad accommodations where necessary.
• Developed and implemented individualized learning plans (ILPs) to support students with additional learning needs.
• Designed and delivered staff training sessions on inclusive teaching strategies, differentiation, and behavior management.
• Chaired multidisciplinary meetings with teachers, assessors, and external specialists to ensure effective support for students.
• Acted as an advocate for students with SEND, working closely with parents, guardians, and external agencies.
• Conducted staff observations, ensuring high standards of lesson delivery, assessment, and student engagement.
• Assessed the assessors to maintain consistency and compliance with City & Guilds assessment criteria.
• Chaired standardization meetings to align assessment practices with national and awarding body standards.
• Led audits and compliance checks, ensuring adherence to institutional and national quality assurance policies.

• Led successful school improvement initiatives, significantly enhancing the overall quality of education and student care.
• Designed and implemented customized curricula to meet the diverse needs of SEN students, ensuring enriching and personalized learning experiences.
• Ensured full compliance with SEND legislation, overseeing the effective implementation of EHCPs.
• Cultivated strong partnerships with external specialists, including therapists and psychologists, to provide holistic support for students.
• Enhanced teaching and learning outcomes by delivering targeted professional development and ongoing support to staff.
• Strengthened safeguarding measures to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
• Promoted effective collaboration with parents, carers, and external agencies to achieve optimal outcomes for students.

• Developed and implemented tailored education plans to meet the individual needs of SEND students.
• Established systems to ensure staff compliance with mandatory training requirements.
• Improved teaching quality through regular monitoring and support of staff practices.
• Led recruitment and onboarding of qualified staff for SEND initiatives.
• Conducted assessments and facilitated annual reviews to track student progress.
• Fostered strong partnerships with parents, teachers, and external professionals for collaborative support.
• Managed and guided a team of teaching assistants to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Organized educational events and training to promote inclusive practices.

• Designed and delivered engaging lessons on topics including child development, learning through play, and safeguarding, aligned with current educational standards.
• Developed Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) to support students’ specific goals and challenges, ensuring personalized learning experiences.
• Conducted practical workplace assessments for apprentices, preparing them for successful End Point Assessments (EPA).
• Ensured coursework met both college policies and awarding body standards through thorough preparation and assessment.
• Collaborated with colleagues to refine the curriculum, integrating inclusive education principles and the latest industry practices.
• Stayed updated on educational trends, enhancing lesson quality and improving learner outcomes in early childhood education.

Achievements:

• Maintained a consistent 100% pass rate for Diploma in Education and Training (DET) Level 5 , Certificate in Education and Training (CET) Level 4 and Award in Education and Training (AET) Level 3 courses.
• Fostered an inclusive and equitable learning environment, emphasising equality, inclusion, and personalized support.
• Delivered weekly tutoring sessions to deepen student understanding and address individual learning needs.
• Implemented proactive behavior modification techniques and positive reinforcement strategies, enhancing student engagement and focus.
• Promoted British Values—respect, tolerance, and democracy—throughout the learning experience, supporting personal and professional growth.
• Prepared students for success by effectively teaching key concepts and developing strong test-taking skills.
• Adhered to teaching standards, ensuring students were fully equipped for their roles as educators.

• Delivered engaging lessons on child development, learning through play, and safeguarding, aligned with current educational standards.
• Supported students through personalized one-on-one tutoring and developed tailored Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Conducted workplace assessments for apprentices, ensuring readiness for End Point Assessments (EPA) and hands-on competency.
• Ensured coursework consistently met college policies and awarding body standards through meticulous preparation and assessment.
• Collaborated with colleagues to refine the curriculum, incorporating the latest industry practices and inclusive education principles.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of educational trends, enhancing learning experiences and improving student outcomes.
• Facilitated the professional growth and success of Diploma and Apprenticeship learners in early years education.

• Delivered high-quality care and education aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Designed and implemented engaging, play-based activities to support individual and group development for children aged 0-5.
• Conducted Baseline assessments to establish developmental starting points and tracked progress through continuous observations.
• Adapted activities based on assessments to meet the unique developmental needs of each child.
• Built strong relationships with parents by providing regular updates and addressing concerns, fostering a cohesive approach to a child's development.
• Maintained accurate records in compliance with safeguarding and EYFS standards.
• Contributed to a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children and staff, promoting well-being and growth.
• Supported children in achieving developmental milestones, laying a solid foundation for future learning and success.