Tia Kennedy

Teaching English across KS3 and KS4 in diverse classroom settings. Developing a strong classroom culture built on positive relationships, high expectations, and mutual respect. Enabling students to feel safe, motivated, and engaged in their learning. Planned and delivered lessons aligned with the National Curriculum, supporting students in developing their transferrable skills in reading and writing. Demonstrating effective behaviour management through relational practice, alongside regular assessment and adaptation of teaching to support progress and raise attainment for all learners, including those with SEND, EAL and other needs.

• Supported students with learning challenges through tailored intervention strategies, enhancing individual learning outcomes.
• Collaborated with external agencies to offer comprehensive support services for students.
• Facilitated parent meetings, fostering communication and collaboration to promote student well-being and academic progress.
• Conducted regular home visits for maintaining strong rapport between families and the school.
• Coordinated communication between parents and teachers, increasing transparency regarding student progress and behaviour at school.
• Implemented inclusion programmes, promoting equality and diversity within the school setting.
• Assisted with the development of Education Health Care Plans for targeted academic improvement.

• Facilitated initiatives that enhanced school attendance for students and families.
• Contributed to development of reward systems that recognised and incentivised excellent pupil attendance.
• Collaborated with pastoral teams to identify and address issues contributing to absenteeism.
• Maintained accurate attendance records to ensure data integrity.
• Oversaw the morning and afternoon registration process, ensuring adherence to established protocols.