Michelle Lindley
Tideswell,Derbyshire
Summary
Experienced English specialist with a strong background in supporting SEND, ALN, EBD and SEMH students across Key Stages 1 to 5 and college levels. Proficient in assessing individual student needs and creating tailored teaching plans aligned with EHCPs. Demonstrable success in managing classroom behaviour fostering an inclusive learning environment and implementing targeted interventions. Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, enhancing professional development opportunities and also managing budgets effectively.
Privately tutoring students at home and online for GCSE (often SEND pupils), and specialise in improving confidence, self-esteem and in helping individuals achieve their goals. A highly innovative and resourceful education professional who quickly identifies and resolves challenging situations.
A clear communicator who prioritises students' success, as well as their holistic development to successfully improve student participation and overall academic results through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work history
Teacher
Horizon/ HEAL
, Northern Team
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Mobile teacher, working in the community with young people with complex needs, SEMH, EBD.
- Planning, progress tracking, recording safeguarding concerns, liaising with other professionals and teaching tailored, student specific sessions.
- Implement cross-curricular projects that engage students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensuring inclusive learning environments.
- Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Administer assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Supported students to identify problems impeding education.
FE English Lecturer
University of Derby BLC
Buxton, Derbyshire
03.2024 - 12.2024
- English provision in an F.E environment.
- Planning, progress tracking and recording safeguarding concerns as well as teaching English at GCSE and Functional Skills level.
- Led tutorial groups, provided individualised support to each student when needed.
- Managed large classes whilst maintaining discipline and ensuring positive learning atmosphere at all times.
- Delivered interactive lectures to engage students for better learning outcomes.
Progress Coach / Student Mentor (Safeguarding)
Dovetail & Slate (supply)
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Pastoral duties, teaching Future Focussed sessions and Safeguarding responsibilities in a mainstream FE college.
- Working as part of a small, student facing team to ensure best outcomes for all students.
- Duties involve teaching sessions, recording concerns, liaising with outside agencies, triaging, dealing with attendance issues and barriers, providing support and advice to students and their families.
- Collaborated with other coaches for exchange of ideas and methods.
- Assisted in curriculum development to match individual learning needs of students.
- Mediated conflict resolution between peers, promoting healthier relationships within the class.
- Helped students with academic and social challenges, offering support and suggestions for helpful resources.
English tutor
Ruskin Mill Trust - Freeman College
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Teaching SEND, ALN, EBD students in a specialist college.
- Duties included planning, teaching, recording safeguarding concerns and progress tracking.
- Adapted teaching style according to varying pupil abilities, achieving equitable education delivery.
- Increased confidence in English language use via constant practice and reinforcement methods.
- Addressed gaps in understanding through personalised tutoring sessions.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to maintain student interest and engagement.
- Tailored lessons to meet specific learner needs and objectives.
- Evaluated student progress on a regular basis, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Taught: Entry Level 1, 2 and 3, Functional Skills 1&2 and GCSE.
Core teacher (English)
Esteem MAT - North East Derbyshire Support Centre
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
09.2014 - 12.2022
- Responsibility for total English provision over Key Stages 3&4.
- Duties included planning, teaching, key working, form teacher responsibilities, recording safeguarding concerns and progress tracking.
- Taught the KS3 curriculum, exam level GCSE and Step Up to English to pupils who have EHCP’s, SEN and EBD in a small centre setting.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Over the pandemic I taught online over several platforms.
Supply Teacher
Hays Education
01.2012 - 09.2014
- Long term placements in PRU’s and mainstream school supply work.
- Participated in professional development programmes for self-improvement and skill enhancement.
- Navigated challenging behaviour from students calmly and effectively.
- Achieved effective classroom management with strong disciplinary skills.
- Adapted teaching methods for students' individual learning needs.
- Ensured consistent learning environment by adhering to school's curriculum and behavioural guidelines.
- Covered other teachers' classes during their absences, ensuring continuity in education delivery.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues for curriculum planning and execution.
HLTA
Bishop Pursglove Primary School
04.2014 - 07.2014
- Working one to one with an individual child and general supply teaching when required.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education Officer
Tideswell School of Food
Tideswell, Derbyshire
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Planning and creatively delivering the education programme for a social enterprise in line with the national curriculum.
- Planning and teaching children and adults practical cookery courses.
- Represented the institution at conferences and workshops, contributing to professional development.
- Bolstered community involvement in school affairs through open days and events.
- Coordinated special needs education, fostering inclusivity within the school setting.
- Advocated for school funding with successful lobbying efforts.
- Developed curriculum for improved student comprehension.
Teacher of English
Danum School Technology College
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
09.2008 - 12.2010
- Having responsibility for carrying out a full teaching role over 3 Key Stages, including pastoral duties.
- Conducted regular assessments of pupil's work, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, supporting administrative tasks.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development, ensuring consistency across year groups.
- Upheld high standards of behaviour within the classroom maintaining an optimal learning environment.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
Supply Teacher
Hays Education
01.2006 - 09.2007
- Having responsibility for carrying out a teaching role in various schools in the Sheffield area.
- Navigated challenging behaviour from students calmly and effectively.
- Participated in professional development programmes for self-improvement and skill enhancement.
- Achieved effective classroom management with strong disciplinary skills.
- Adapted teaching methods for students' individual learning needs.
- Fostered positive student-teacher relationships to encourage student participation.
- Ensured consistent learning environment by adhering to school's curriculum and behavioural guidelines.
Teacher of English
Danum School Technology College
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
09.2002 - 12.2005
- Having responsibility for carrying out a full teaching role over 3 Key Stages, including pastoral duties and after school activities.
- Conducted regular assessments of pupil's work, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, supporting administrative tasks.
- Liaised with parents regularly for better student progress tracking.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development, ensuring consistency across year groups.
- Upheld high standards of behaviour within the classroom maintaining an optimal learning environment.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
- Tailored teaching approach to accommodate individual student needs, promoting academic growth.
- Provided guidance and support to struggling students, leading to significant improvements in their grades.
Graduate Training Programme Teacher
Buxton Community School
Buxton, Derbyshire
09.2001 - 08.2002
- Teacher training course undertaken in school with a teaching responsibility.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to cater for needs of differently-abled pupils in regular classrooms.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
SMB Sales Associate
Insight UK
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
01.2001 - 09.2001
- Build and serviced a portfolio of businesses with regard to IT requirements.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously for increased productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses.
- Updated client database to ensure up-to-date information.
- Assisted colleagues for better team collaboration.
- Dealt with customer queries for an elevated level of service.
- Handled telephonic communications, enhanced external relations.
Customer Services Manager
Country Bookstore Ltd.
Hassop, Derbyshire
06.1999 - 01.2001
- Responsibility for customer liaison, problem solving, staff management, budget control and ordering products.
- Improved operational efficiency by identifying areas of improvement.
- Promoted products effectively to increase sales.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring optimal performance.
- Devised strategies to improve customer engagement.
- Maintained positive relationships through effective communication.
Customer Marketing Associate
CSM Group Telemarketing
Stoney Middleton, Derbyshire
10.1998 - 06.1999
- Achieving targets for marketing campaigns.
- Telesales and client interaction.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Cook
Eyam Hall Buttery
Eyam, Derbyshire
06.1992 - 10.1998
- Responsibility for cooking a wide range of products for a busy buttery.
- Stock control, rotation and budget.
- Ordering ingredients and planning menus.
- Supervising staff.
- Maintained hygiene standards in the kitchen area, ensuring food safety regulations compliance.
- Achieved consistent delivery of excellent dishes with meticulous attention to recipe details.
- Devised creative ways to use seasonal produce in daily menus.
- Monitored inventory levels, reducing waste through strategic meal planning.
- Audited regularly expiration dates on packaged foods-ensured no outdated stock was used.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff, fostering a team-oriented environment.
- Received and verified food deliveries, placing items in proper kitchen areas or storage.
- Stored ingredients at safe temperatures in compliance with food hygiene regulations.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation methods.
Education
Qualified Teacher Status -
University of Wolverhampton
WolverhamptonBachelor of Arts - English Studies
Sheffield Hallam University
SheffieldDiploma of Higher Education - Humanities
University of Humberside
HullAdvanced levels GCE -
Lady Manners School
BakewellOrdinary levels GCE -
Hope Valley College
HopeSkills
- Walking
- Cookery
- Cake Decorating
- Reading
- Horse Riding
- Wild swimming
- Travelling
- Pupil motivation
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson planning
- Special education techniques
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 12/09/70
- Nationality: British
- Marital status: Married
Affiliations
- Walking.
- Baking.
- Cake Decorating.
- Wild Swimming.
- Horse Riding
- Reading.
Timeline
Teacher
Horizon/ HEAL
01.2025 - 09.2025
FE English Lecturer
University of Derby BLC
03.2024 - 12.2024
Progress Coach / Student Mentor (Safeguarding)
Dovetail & Slate (supply)
06.2023 - 03.2024
English tutor
Ruskin Mill Trust - Freeman College
01.2023 - 06.2023
Core teacher (English)
Esteem MAT - North East Derbyshire Support Centre
09.2014 - 12.2022
HLTA
Bishop Pursglove Primary School
04.2014 - 07.2014
Supply Teacher
Hays Education
01.2012 - 09.2014
Education Officer
Tideswell School of Food
01.2011 - 12.2012
Teacher of English
Danum School Technology College
09.2008 - 12.2010
Supply Teacher
Hays Education
01.2006 - 09.2007
Teacher of English
Danum School Technology College
09.2002 - 12.2005
Graduate Training Programme Teacher
Buxton Community School
09.2001 - 08.2002
SMB Sales Associate
Insight UK
01.2001 - 09.2001
Customer Services Manager
Country Bookstore Ltd.
06.1999 - 01.2001
Customer Marketing Associate
CSM Group Telemarketing
10.1998 - 06.1999
Cook
Eyam Hall Buttery
06.1992 - 10.1998
Qualified Teacher Status -
University of Wolverhampton
Bachelor of Arts - English Studies
Sheffield Hallam University
Diploma of Higher Education - Humanities
University of Humberside
Advanced levels GCE -
Lady Manners School
Ordinary levels GCE -
Hope Valley College