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Michelle Bradley

Art Teacher
Louth,Lincolnshire

Summary

An experienced teacher with a background in art paired with love of education and a focus on student success. Organised class leader knowledgeable about instructional techniques, demonstration styles and successful hands-on activities. Reliable in meeting course objectives and maintaining classroom spaces.

Accomplished professional with a strong background in Art and Design, demonstrating creative vision and expertise in mixed-media applications. Possesses in-depth knowledge of KS4 and KS3 curriculum, effective teaching methods, and behaviour management techniques. Adept at motivating pupils, delivering diverse activities and lessons, and setting purposeful lesson plans. Strong communicator with multicultural awareness, critical evaluation skills, and a commitment to helping others. Career goal: to continue fostering a dynamic learning environment that encourages artistic expression and academic growth.


Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher of Art

Woodlands Academy
Spilsby, Lincolnshire
05.2019 - 01.2025
  • Prepared engaging lesson plans to maintain students' interest in art.
  • Provided constructive feedback to students, enhanced their artistic abilities over time.
  • Organised field trips, broadened cultural awareness among students.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively, maintained conducive learning environment thereby.
  • Fostered an inclusive learning environment with clear communication and positive encouragement.
  • Evaluated student work and challenges, monitoring progress through regular assessments.
  • Delivered creative and engaging lessons focused on artistic techniques and applications.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
  • Shared passion for art with students and encouraged personal skill development.
  • Encouraged peer evaluation and reflection to practise critical thinking skills.
  • Oversaw budgeting, purchasing and maintenance of art inventory supplies.
  • Tailored assigned tasks to suit students' passions, interests and abilities.
  • Used positive reinforcement with art assignments to help underperforming students increase confidence and self-esteem.

HLTA

Six Hills Academy
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
07.2016 - 05.2019
  • Liaised directly with parents on their child's progress enhancing home-school communication.
  • Established positive classroom environment through effective behaviour management strategies.
  • Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
  • Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Developed engaging art and ICT lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
  • Encouraged participation by adapting tasks according to each student's capabilities.
  • Assisted in creating individualised education plans to cater to each student's unique needs.
  • Participated actively in parent-teacher meetings providing updates on child's progress, strengths, and areas requiring improvement.
  • Assisted in managing classroom behaviour by implementing effective discipline strategies tailored to individual needs.
  • Ensured adherence to school policies regarding safety standards when dealing with special needs children.
  • Participated in professional development training sessions to stay informed.

Keyworker and Practitioner

Options Group Barton
Barton, North Yorkshire
09.2015 - 07.2016
  • Facilitated social activities, enhancing community integration.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between staff members, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care plans.
  • Received recognition from management for consistently providing empathetic care to all residents.
  • Ensured vital medical supplies were always available by regularly auditing inventory.
  • Assisted residents with daily chores to promote independence.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay updated on best practices in healthcare provision.
  • Recorded accurate patient information in line with data protection guidelines for efficient record keeping.
  • Supervised and assisted service users with personal care needs, adhering to individual care plans and Care Quality Commission regulations.

Art Teacher- (maternity cover)

Frederick Gough Academy
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
01.2015 - 09.2015
  • Evaluated student progress regularly, providing ongoing constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated closely with other staff members to integrate arts into school-wide curriculum effectively.
  • Encouraged individual expression through various art mediums.
  • Stimulated student curiosity for artistic techniques and history.
  • Maintained an engaging classroom atmosphere, promoting active participation from all students.

Supply Teacher Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
09.2014 - 01.2015
  • Navigated challenging behaviour from students calmly and effectively.
  • Adapted teaching methods for students' individual learning needs.
  • Collaborated effectively with colleagues for curriculum planning and execution.
  • Responded promptly to queries from parents or guardians about child's progress.
  • Implemented creative lesson plans to boost student engagement.
  • Demonstrated professionalism whilst interacting with students, staff and parents alike.

Trainee Teacher

Havelock Academy
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
09.2013 - 07.2014
  • Collaborated with colleagues for development of effective lesson plans.
  • Delivered lessons according to school curriculum guidelines; ensured consistency in teaching standards across all classrooms.
  • Motivated underperforming students to improve study habits and participation in class activities.
  • Utilised technology effectively in delivering lessons and tracking student progress.

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Weelsby Academy
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
09.2012 - 07.2013

As a teaching assistant I worked as part of a team, collaborating with teachers and parents to successfully aid students with their development. My responsibilities included supporting the teacher in the classroom, or small group setting, supporting students in identified areas, language, behaviour, reading, spelling, numeracy, handwriting/ presentation and I.C.T. I have taken small groups of pupils with learning difficulties for sessions of intense work to aid their development within the classroom. Some of which had autism spectrum disorders and other conditions supporting different needs. I trained to teach the Read Write Ink program supporting students with SEN, liaising with the class teacher, Senco and external support. In addition I have carried out administrative tasks, photocopying, basic record keeping, word processing and collecting small sums of cash.

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Middlethorpe Academy
Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire
09.2003 - 07.2012

Worked as a teaching assistant working as part of a team, collaborating with teachers, parents and pupils to successfully aid students with their development. My responsibilities and duties are as described as above.

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Old Clee Primary Academy
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
09.2002 - 08.2003

Worked as a teaching assistant working as part of a team, collaborating with teachers, parents and pupils, duties described as above.

Pharmacy Assistant

Tesco Pharmacy Superstore
Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire
01.2001 - 01.2003

General assistant and entertainment supervisor

Asda
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
01.1997 - 01.2001

Hairstylist

Supercuts Hairdressers
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
01.1995 - 01.1997

Hairstylist

Portway Stores
Tidworth, Wiltshire
01.1993 - 01.1995

Hairstylist

Self employed hairdresser
Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire
01.1990 - 01.1993

Child Minder

North east Lincolnshire council
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
01.1990 - 01.1993

Education

PGCE - Teaching

University Centre Grimsby
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
09.2013 - 08.2014

Degree in Art/Design - Education

Grimsby University Centre
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
09.2009 - 07.2012

Level 1, City & Guilds - Information Technology

Grimsby learning Centre
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
03.2008 - 09.2008

A-Levels, - Fine Art

Grimsby Institute
Grimsby
09.2006 - 06.2008

GCSEs - English

Grimsby College
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
09.2007 - 07.2008

GCSE, Maths - Education

Grimsby Institute
Grimsby
09.2007 - 06.2008

Level 2, Teaching Assistant City & Guilds NVQ - Education

Grimsby Institute
Grimsby
09.2003 - 09.2004

Medicine Counter Assistant - Medicine

College of Pharmacy Practice
Medicine Counter Assistant
01.2001 - 01.2002

Salon Hygiene - Hairdressing

Royal Institute of Public Health and Hygiene
Grimsby, College North East Lincolnshire
09.1990 - 06.1992

Level 2, Hairdressing - Hairdressing

Grimsby Institute
Grimsby
09.1989 - 06.1992

Level 2, Communication Skills - Hairdressing

Grimsby Institute
Grimsby
09.1988 - 06.1989

CSE and O Levels - Maths, English, Science, Geography, Wood Work, DT, Food Tech, History etc:

St Marys Comprehensive School
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
09.1981 - 07.1986

Skills

  • Creative vision
  • Mixed-Media application
  • Multicultural awareness
  • Critical evaluation
  • Pupil motivation
  • KS4 and KS3 curriculum knowledge
  • Teaching methods
  • Active listener
  • Motivated to help others
    Flexible and adaptable
  • Familiar with behavioural disorders
  • Behaviour management techniques
  • Deliver a wide variety of activities and lessons
  • In-depth knowledge of Art and Design
  • Strong written and verbal communicator
  • Assessments of levels and Target setting
  • Decisive
  • Purposeful lesson planning
  • Great communicator and Team worker

Affiliations

  • I like socialising with family and friends, art and design, walking in the countryside, exercising, going to different exhibitions and shows.

References

References available upon request.

References

  • Mr Matthew Page, Head Teacher, Woodlands Academy, Partney Road, Spilsby Lincolnshire, PE23 5EJ, 01790753902 Equiries@woodlands-cit.co.uk matthewpage@woodlands-cit.co.uk
  • Mrs Jenifer Smith, Head Teacher, Seven Hills Academy, Second avenue Grimsby NE Lincs DN33 1NU, 01472 322079, Office@sevenhills-org.uk
  • Mr Ben Lawrence, Head Teacher, Frederick Gough School, Grange lane Bottesford Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire DN16 3NG, 01724 292930, admin@frederickgoughschool.co.uk

Details of Professional Development and Activities Undertaken with Provider.

  • Completed the Prevent Online Training Course
  • FAA LEVEL 1 AWARD IN AWARENESS OF FIRST AID FOR MENTAL HEALTH (RQF) Qualification Code 603/3768/0 Credit Value 1
  • Special Educational Needs and disabilities (SEND) e-learning
  • Brook Traffic lights Tool E-Learning and Tool-Kit
  • A New Approach to Child Poverty
  • Parental Mental Health
  • Understanding Epilepsy
  • Keeping Children Safe in Education 2021 Questionnaire
  • Fire Safety in Education
  • Fire Safety Interactive
  • Fire Safety
  • Manual Handling Interactive
  • Manual Handling
  • Slips, Trips and Falls Interactive
  • COSHH Interactive
  • Induction Safety Interactive
  • Display Screen Equipment (DSE) and Workstation Safety
  • Female Genital Mutilation Awareness
  • Domestic Abuse: Children and Young People
  • Dealing with Bereavement and Loss
  • Child Protection Refresher 2021
  • Child Exploitation
  • DSE Interactive
  • New Ofsted Framework
  • Attachment & Trauma Training
  • Respecting Individuals
  • Mindfulness for ADHD
  • Influential Teacher
  • Mastery Training
  • Emotional Resilience
  • Cyber Security
  • Epi Pen Training
  • Team Teach
  • Epilepsy Training
  • Read Write Ink course
  • Basic Awareness in Child Protection
  • Equality e-learning course
  • Basic safeguarding




Timeline

Teacher of Art

Woodlands Academy
05.2019 - 01.2025

HLTA

Six Hills Academy
07.2016 - 05.2019

Keyworker and Practitioner

Options Group Barton
09.2015 - 07.2016

Art Teacher- (maternity cover)

Frederick Gough Academy
01.2015 - 09.2015

Supply Teacher Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel
09.2014 - 01.2015

Trainee Teacher

Havelock Academy
09.2013 - 07.2014

PGCE - Teaching

University Centre Grimsby
09.2013 - 08.2014

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Weelsby Academy
09.2012 - 07.2013

Degree in Art/Design - Education

Grimsby University Centre
09.2009 - 07.2012

Level 1, City & Guilds - Information Technology

Grimsby learning Centre
03.2008 - 09.2008

GCSEs - English

Grimsby College
09.2007 - 07.2008

GCSE, Maths - Education

Grimsby Institute
09.2007 - 06.2008

A-Levels, - Fine Art

Grimsby Institute
09.2006 - 06.2008

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Middlethorpe Academy
09.2003 - 07.2012

Level 2, Teaching Assistant City & Guilds NVQ - Education

Grimsby Institute
09.2003 - 09.2004

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Old Clee Primary Academy
09.2002 - 08.2003

Pharmacy Assistant

Tesco Pharmacy Superstore
01.2001 - 01.2003

Medicine Counter Assistant - Medicine

College of Pharmacy Practice
01.2001 - 01.2002

General assistant and entertainment supervisor

Asda
01.1997 - 01.2001

Hairstylist

Supercuts Hairdressers
01.1995 - 01.1997

Hairstylist

Portway Stores
01.1993 - 01.1995

Salon Hygiene - Hairdressing

Royal Institute of Public Health and Hygiene
09.1990 - 06.1992

Hairstylist

Self employed hairdresser
01.1990 - 01.1993

Child Minder

North east Lincolnshire council
01.1990 - 01.1993

Level 2, Hairdressing - Hairdressing

Grimsby Institute
09.1989 - 06.1992

Level 2, Communication Skills - Hairdressing

Grimsby Institute
09.1988 - 06.1989

CSE and O Levels - Maths, English, Science, Geography, Wood Work, DT, Food Tech, History etc:

St Marys Comprehensive School
09.1981 - 07.1986
Michelle BradleyArt Teacher