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Natalie Chadwick

Norwich,Norfolk

Summary

Accomplished educator with extensive expertise in English literature and GCSE English teaching, dedicated to fostering academic excellence through creative lesson planning and curriculum development. Proven track record in mentoring teachers and implementing school improvement plans, enhancing educational outcomes and ensuring compliance with Ofsted inspections. Skilled in personnel recruiting, hiring, and addressing special educational needs, committed to advancing inclusive education and preparing students for success.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work history

English Manager

City College Norwich
Norwich, Norfolk
05.2023 - Current
  • Boosted department efficiency by streamlining operational processes as the internal quality assessor for English functional skills.
  • Curriculum lead for both GCSE and functional skills.
  • Organisation of the English team, ensuring all lessons are covered and well planned.
  • Promoted diversity in literature studied, broadening students' cultural awareness and understanding.
  • Fostered a positive work environment with regular team-building activities.
  • Facilitated staff training and CPD to ensure staff are motivated and skilled.
  • Planned and delivered lessons to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND students.
  • Attained a good Ofsted rating.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment, resulting in improved student morale and performance.
  • Mentored new teachers and led teacher training sessions to improve overall departmental teaching standards.
  • Lead quality reviews by lessons observations and book scrutiny.
  • Engaged and challenged all learners, working effectively with students with severe autism and anxiety.

English teacher

Enrich
Dereham, Norfolk
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Planned and delivered engaging, yet challenging lessons.
  • Achieved a 90% pass rate at English language and 95% literature pass rate with mixed ability students.
  • Managed pupil behaviour and discussed pupil progress with parents and carers.
  • Worked collaboratively as a team.

Second in English

Hobart High
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2018 - 08.2022
  • Planned all schemes of learning for the English department for KS3 and KS4.
  • Developed exciting reading activities in guided reading lessons with current releases.
  • Secured 100% exam pass rate at grade 4 and above.
  • Delivered CPD, moderation and worked collectively with the team.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay updated on educational trends.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
  • Enhanced literacy skills by implementing innovative teaching methods.
  • Conducted regular assessments of pupil's work, providing constructive feedback for improvement.

English Teacher

City College Norwich
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2015 - 08.2018
  • Delivered lectures to Cross College students to students with a range of learning needs.
  • Marked and assessed student work to a high standard.
  • Attended CPD sessions and actively participated in departmental meetings.
  • Developed course content for the English Language GCSE.

English Teacher

Hewett High
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2013 - 08.2015
  • Managed challenging classroom behaviour effectively, by engaging students.
  • Secured a 100% pass rate at GCSE Literature and Language with my GCSE class.
  • Updated learning resources.
  • Adapted teaching styles for students with SEND.
  • Students made progress through rigorous tracking and feedback in order to ensure progress for all learners.

English Teacher and Literacy Coordinator

Costessey High
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2009 - 08.2012
  • Worked collaboratively with the whole School to deliver literacy within other disciplines.
  • Planned lessons with dynamic discussions to promote engagement.
  • Boosted writing skills and a love for writing and reading.
  • Tracked all student progress rigorously and provided intervention sessions.
  • Managed student behaviour, applying effective strategies alongside the School behaviour policy.

Acting Head of English/ English Teacher

Stradbroke High
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2003 - 08.2007
  • Oversaw pupil progress tracking systems, ensuring accurate assessment of each pupil's attainment levels and progress over time.
  • Ensured consistent high academic standards with rigorous monitoring of lesson plans and grading policies.
  • Launched a successful author visit program which introduced pupils to contemporary writers.
  • Developed robust curriculum by incorporating contemporary literature for enhanced student engagement.
  • Ofsted graded us very good when completing a full 4 day inspection.
  • Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
  • Recruited and hired qualified staff to build successful education team.
  • Hired and mentored well-qualified job applicants for teaching and support staff roles, boosting programme success.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate of Education - Education

Anglia Ruskin University
Chelmsford, Essex
09.2002 - 07.2003

QTS
08.2003 -

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of East Anglia
Norwich
09.1999 - 08.2002

A-Levels - English Literature, Psychology and Spanish

The Hewett
Norwich
09.1995 - 08.1997

GCSEs - English lit and lang, French, Spanish, Geography, DT, Maths and Science

Hethersett High
Norwich
09.1991 - 07.1995

Skills

  • English literature knowledge
  • Mentoring teachers
  • Familiarity with ofsted inspections
  • School improvement plan development
  • GCSE english teaching
  • Teaching excellence
  • Discipline procedures
  • Exam preparation strategy
  • Personnel recruiting and hiring
  • Diverse literature knowledge
  • Special educational needs expertise
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Curriculum planning

Timeline

English Manager

City College Norwich
05.2023 - Current

English teacher

Enrich
09.2022 - 05.2023

Second in English

Hobart High
09.2018 - 08.2022

English Teacher

City College Norwich
09.2015 - 08.2018

English Teacher

Hewett High
09.2013 - 08.2015

English Teacher and Literacy Coordinator

Costessey High
09.2009 - 08.2012

Acting Head of English/ English Teacher

Stradbroke High
09.2003 - 08.2007

QTS
08.2003 -

Post Graduate Certificate of Education - Education

Anglia Ruskin University
09.2002 - 07.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of East Anglia
09.1999 - 08.2002

A-Levels - English Literature, Psychology and Spanish

The Hewett
09.1995 - 08.1997

GCSEs - English lit and lang, French, Spanish, Geography, DT, Maths and Science

Hethersett High
09.1991 - 07.1995
Natalie Chadwick