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Michelle Weaver

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

Experienced and dedicated education professional with over 15 years’ experience in primary, secondary, and SEND settings. I hold a BA (Hons) in Childhood Studies, Qualified Teacher Status, and a BPS-accredited MSc in Psychology (Merit).

I have expertise in supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH, and trauma, mentoring trainee teachers, and leading curriculum areas including Humanities and Science. I am highly skilled in planning engaging lessons, differentiating learning, managing behaviour, and tracking pupil progress. Recent experience includes part-time Year 4 teaching through AMO Education at St Bartholomew’s Primary School. Committed to safeguarding, pastoral care, and promoting emotional wellbeing in all pupils.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Supply Teacher

AMO Education
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2025.09 - Current

St Bartholomew’s Primary School, Armley

  • Delivering Maths, English, and wider curriculum lessons for Year 4 pupils
  • Supporting pupils with SEND needs, including autistic learners
  • Maintaining inclusive classroom environments and effective behaviour management
  • Implementing children’s individual targets and IPMs in collaboration with SENCO

Primary supply teacher

Career Teachers
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2024.04 - 2025.07

(Year 3 and 4)
Greenhill Primary School, Leeds

  • Planning and delivering engaging lessons with differentiation
  • Maintaining records of attainment and reporting progress to the Headteacher
  • Working with SEND pupils and following IEPs/EHCPs
  • Adhering to safeguarding policies and child protection procedures

Classroom Teacher

Iveson Primary School
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2014.09 - 2022.07
  • Teaching groups of up to 32 pupils, providing individual support
  • Leading Humanities and Science curriculum areas
  • Mentoring PGCE students and Newly Qualified Teachers
  • Planning school trips, classroom displays, and engaging lessons linked to the National Curriculum
  • Using assessment data to track pupil progress
  • Attending CPD, safeguarding, Team Teach, and PREVENT training

Classroom Teacher (NQT)

Armley Primary School
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2013.09 - 2014.07
  • Planned differentiated lessons and tracked pupil progress
  • Liaised with parents, SLT, and other professionals
  • Attended safeguarding and child protection courses

Classroom Teacher (Trainee)

Meanwood C of E Primary
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2012.09 - 2013.07
  • Assisted qualified teachers with lesson planning and delivery
  • Developed engaging, hands-on learning activities
  • Supported students with behavioural and emotional needs
  • Prepared classrooms, displays, and resources

HLTA

Greenmeadows Specialist school
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2010.09 - 2012.07
  • Delivered educational, behavioural, and emotional support to pupils
  • Assisted with lesson implementation and IEP/EHCP targets
  • Conducted small group and individual activities tailored to learning needs

Maternity Leave

David Young Community Academy
2008.11 - 2010.09

Unqualified Teacher

David Young Community Academy
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2006.09 - 2008.11
  • Delivered RE, Citizenship, and English lessons
  • Adapted curriculum for small groups and individual pupils with SEMH needs
  • Provided pastoral support and liaised with SLT and external professionals

Learning Mentor

Agnes Stewart High School
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2004.09 - 2006.07
  • Counselling and mentoring students regarding learning and behaviour
  • Supporting refugee pupils and EAL learners
  • Delivering PSCHE lessons on alcohol, drugs, and career guidance
  • Collaborating with parents and professionals
  • Supported refugee secondary school students experiencing trauma
  • Organised after-school and summer clubs
  • Assisted parents in attending English language classes

Education

ABC level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills - Counselling

Leeds City College
Leeds
2025.09 - 2026.03

Master of Science - Psychology

Leeds Beckett University
Leeds
2022.09 - 2023.11

Qualified Teacher Status - Education

Bradford College
Bradford
2012.09 - 2013.07

Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies

Leeds Beckett University
Leeds
2001.09 - 2004.06

GNVQ advanced - Health and Social Care

Leeds City College
Leeds
1994.09 - 1996.06

Skills

  • Level 3 Counselling Skills – Leeds City College
  • Level 3 Understanding Autism – The Skills Network
  • Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
  • PREVENT Training
  • FGM Safeguarding Training

Affiliations

  • I enjoy travelling, learning about different time periods. I also enjoy reading and spending time with my family.

Timeline

Supply Teacher

AMO Education
2025.09 - Current

ABC level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills - Counselling

Leeds City College
2025.09 - 2026.03

Primary supply teacher

Career Teachers
2024.04 - 2025.07

Master of Science - Psychology

Leeds Beckett University
2022.09 - 2023.11

Classroom Teacher

Iveson Primary School
2014.09 - 2022.07

Classroom Teacher (NQT)

Armley Primary School
2013.09 - 2014.07

Classroom Teacher (Trainee)

Meanwood C of E Primary
2012.09 - 2013.07

Qualified Teacher Status - Education

Bradford College
2012.09 - 2013.07

HLTA

Greenmeadows Specialist school
2010.09 - 2012.07

Maternity Leave

David Young Community Academy
2008.11 - 2010.09

Unqualified Teacher

David Young Community Academy
2006.09 - 2008.11

Learning Mentor

Agnes Stewart High School
2004.09 - 2006.07

Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies

Leeds Beckett University
2001.09 - 2004.06

GNVQ advanced - Health and Social Care

Leeds City College
1994.09 - 1996.06
Michelle Weaver