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
2023.05 - 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
2022.09 - 2023.05
- 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
2018.09 - 2022.08
- 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
2015.09 - 2018.08
- 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
2013.09 - 2015.08
- 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
2009.09 - 2012.08
- 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
2003.09 - 2007.08
- 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 2002.09 - 2003.07
QTS
2003.08 -
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of East Anglia
Norwich 1999.09 - 2002.08
A-Levels - English Literature, Psychology and Spanish
The Hewett
Norwich 1995.09 - 1997.08
GCSEs - English lit and lang, French, Spanish, Geography, DT, Maths and Science
Hethersett High
Norwich 1991.09 - 1995.07
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
2023.05 - Current
English teacher
Enrich
2022.09 - 2023.05
Second in English
Hobart High
2018.09 - 2022.08
English Teacher
City College Norwich
2015.09 - 2018.08
English Teacher
Hewett High
2013.09 - 2015.08
English Teacher and Literacy Coordinator
Costessey High
2009.09 - 2012.08
Acting Head of English/ English Teacher
Stradbroke High
2003.09 - 2007.08
QTS
2003.08 -
Post Graduate Certificate of Education - Education
Anglia Ruskin University
2002.09 - 2003.07
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of East Anglia
1999.09 - 2002.08
A-Levels - English Literature, Psychology and Spanish
The Hewett
1995.09 - 1997.08
GCSEs - English lit and lang, French, Spanish, Geography, DT, Maths and Science
Hethersett High
1991.09 - 1995.07