Nathan Cooper
Wigan
Summary
Seasoned educator with focus on mathematics leadership and curriculum development. Proven track record of elevating student performance and engagement through innovative teaching methods. Skilled in team management and fostering collaborative educational environments.
Committed to leveraging statistical expertise to drive data-informed strategies and achieve organisational goals.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Head of Mathematics
Winstanley College
Wigan, Lancashire
08.2023 - Current
- Developed schemes of work and enhanced teaching and learning
- Developed high-quality departmental resources and collaborated to deliver engaging curriculum
- Led reintroduction of A-level Statistics into curriculum
- Led supra-curricular enrichment to enhance cultural capital
- Oversaw department data management, including question-level analysis and improvement identification
Examiner
AQA
- Completed two summer series of A-level Mathematics marking
- Marked student exam scripts in line with external criteria
- Applied comprehensive understanding of mark schemes
Teacher of Mathematics
Winstanley College
Wigan, Lancashire
08.2016 - Current
- Delivering A level Mathematics levels to a broad range of students from various backgrounds
- Developing professional working relationships with students and staff to ensure a positive and productive learning environment
- Reporting on students progress and administering regular assessment in a consistent and effective manner
Teacher of Mathematics
Rainhill High School
Prescot, Merseyside
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Planned and delivered mathematics lessons for Key Stage 3 and 4
- Reported on key school policies including pupil progress, behaviour and safeguarding
Customer Service Consultant
Halifax
Wigan, Lancashire
07.2010 - 06.2014
- Providing counter service and information for everyday banking transactions
- Part-time work alongside studying for A-levels and degree
Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Secondary Mathematics
Edge Hill University
Ormskirk 09.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Lancaster University
Lancaster 10.2011 - 06.2014
A-Levels - Chemistry, Mathematics, Further Mathematics
Winstanley College
Wigan 09.2009 - 06.2011
GCSEs -
Deanery CE High School
Wigan 09.2004 - 06.2009
Skills
- Data analysis
- Technical communication
- Mathematical principles understanding
- Statistical communication
- Time efficiency
- Critical-thinking
- Strong communication
- Logical reasoning
Affiliations
- Darts
- Hiking
Certification
SSAT Lead Practitioner accreditation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Head of Mathematics
Winstanley College
08.2023 - Current
Teacher of Mathematics
Winstanley College
08.2016 - Current
Teacher of Mathematics
Rainhill High School
07.2015 - 07.2016
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Secondary Mathematics
Edge Hill University
09.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Lancaster University
10.2011 - 06.2014
Customer Service Consultant
Halifax
07.2010 - 06.2014
A-Levels - Chemistry, Mathematics, Further Mathematics
Winstanley College
09.2009 - 06.2011
GCSEs -
Deanery CE High School
09.2004 - 06.2009
Examiner
AQA
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