NICOLA BYARD
Preston,Lancashire
Summary
A versatile professional with expertise in collaboration with educational institutions, health and safety compliance, and customer service. Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication, cultural awareness, and resilience under pressure to effectively manage databases, implement policies, and provide coaching and mentoring. Skilled in conflict resolution, information literacy teaching, research assistance, and archiving systems to support organisational goals. Committed to fostering resourcefulness and initiative-taking while ensuring time efficiency in achieving objectives.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Hard-working staff member with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
READING LEAD AND LIBRARY MANAGER
HUTTON CE GRAMMAR SCHOOL
HUTTON, LANCASHIRE
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on new publications, ensuring relevant stock acquisition.
- Streamlined services for students through effective resource allocation.
- Utilised budgetary control measures to manage expenses efficiently.
- Cultivated a welcoming environment by enforcing behavioural policies amongst students
- Identified training needs and opportunities to undergo Continued Professional Development (CPD) for myself.
- Initiated reading programs to boost student engagement and achievement
- Improved student literacy by implementing differentiated reading instruction techniques.
- Maintained up-to-date records of each student's performance, issues identified, interventions implemented, progress tracked over time.
- Devised individualised learning plans for enhanced understanding of the English language.
- Fostered a love of literature in pupils by introducing them to diverse genres and authors.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to discuss student progress in reading comprehension.
- Developed a rapport with pupils that fostered an open line of communication, promoting trust and mutual respect.
TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3
PENWORTHAM GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL
PENWORTHAM, LANCASHIRE
02.2018 - 06.2024
- Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
- Maintained up-to-date records of pupil progress, tracking individual development effectively.
- Improved student engagement by utilising interactive learning techniques.
- Managed administrative tasks, aiding smooth running of the class.
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Participated in parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and potential improvements.
- Offered one-on-one guidance to struggling students for improved academic performance.
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
- Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
- Encouraged pupil autonomy through guided independent study initiatives.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
- Played integral role in parent-teacher meetings discussing academic performance and behaviour concerns.
- Enhanced student wellbeing by offering empathetic and effective pastoral support.
- Documented student progress meticulously, facilitating more accurate pupil assessments.
- Championed anti-bullying initiatives within the school community, promoting mutual respect amongst pupils.
- Managed behavioural issues effectively, fostering a positive school culture.
COVER SUPERVISOR
BROUGHTON HIGH SCHOOL
Preston, Lancashire
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Encouraged positive conduct among students by modelling expected behaviour.
- Supervised extracurricular activities outside the classroom, fostering holistic development of students.
- Ensured smooth classroom operations whilst teacher was absent.
- Promptly addressed any issues or disruptions during class hours; maintained discipline.
English teacher
PENWORTHAM GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL
Penwortham, Lancashire
12.2015 - 07.2017
- Upheld high standards of behaviour within the classroom maintaining an optimal learning environment.
- Conducted regular assessments of pupil's work, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Used technology effectively in the classroom to modernise teaching practices.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development, ensuring consistency across year groups.
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
MOOR PARK HIGH SCHOOL
Preston, Lancashire
09.2009 - 08.2015
- Supported children with special educational needs, promoting inclusivity within the school environment.
- Assisted teacher in maintaining a clean and organised classroom environment for optimal learning conditions.
- Monitored pupil progress closely, providing timely feedback to teachers and parents.
- Collaborated with teachers for development of effective learning plans.
TUTOR
HMYOI LANCASTER FARMS
Lancaster, Lancashire
02.2005 - 04.2007
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student focus.
- Assessed student progress regularly, implementing tailored strategies for improvement.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions for personalised attention to each student's needs.
- Simplified complex topics using practical examples and analogies in teaching approach.
- Prepared lesson plans, ensuring understanding of complex concepts.
- Managed pupil behaviour and set firm boundaries to maximise learning potential.
CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS CLERK
CANNON HYGIENE
Morecambe, Lancashire
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Completed tasks promptly and efficiently under little supervision, displaying excellent time management skills.
- Updated company databases regularly for accurate record-keeping.
- Undertook general clerical duties including photocopying and scanning; kept the workflow steady and uninterrupted.
- Assisted colleagues with administrative tasks when needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in customer satisfaction with swift handling of inquiries and complaints.
- Processed invoices accurately to avoid financial discrepancies.
- Streamlined communication for better team coordination by promptly relaying messages.
SUPPLY TEACHER
LANCASHIRE TEACHING AGENCY
Lancaster, Lancashire
09.2003 - 12.2003
- Provided clear instructions to students, facilitating better understanding of topics.
- Reported on student progress regularly to parents and senior staff members.
- Ensured consistent learning environment by adhering to school's curriculum and behavioural guidelines.
PRIMARY TEACHER
WHARRIER STREET PRIMARY SCHOOL
Newcastle upon Tyne
09.2002 - 08.2003
- Conducted regular assessments of pupil progress towards educational goals.
- Participated in school-wide events to foster community spirit.
- Built strong parent-teacher relationships to better understand student needs.
- Prepared resources for lessons including worksheets, presentations and interactive games.
CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS CLERK
CANNON HYGIENE
Morecambe, Lancashire
02.1994 - 08.1998
INSURANCE CLERK
TIC INSURANCE BROKERS
Lancaster, Lancashire
07.1990 - 01.1994
Education
Bachelor of Arts - PRIMARY EDUCATION AND ENGLISH
ST MARTIN'S COLLEGE
Ambleside, Cumbria 09.1998 - 07.2002
A-Levels -
MORECAMBE HIGH SCHOOL
Morecambe, Lancashire 09.1988 - 06.1990
GCSEs -
MORECAMBE HIGH SCHOOL
Morecambe, Lancashire 09.1986 - 06.1988
Skills
- Collaboration with education institutions
- Time efficiency
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Customer Service
- Cultural awareness
- Interpersonal communication
- Resourcefulness
- Conflict Resolution
- Information retrieval
- Information literacy teaching
- Research and reference assistance
- Interpersonal relations
- Archiving/filing systems
- Managing databases
- Coaching and mentoring
- Policy implementation
- Interpersonal savvy
- Resilience under pressure
- Communication proficiency
- Initiative taking
Timeline
READING LEAD AND LIBRARY MANAGER
HUTTON CE GRAMMAR SCHOOL
06.2024 - Current
TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3
PENWORTHAM GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL
02.2018 - 06.2024
COVER SUPERVISOR
BROUGHTON HIGH SCHOOL
09.2017 - 02.2018
English teacher
PENWORTHAM GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL
12.2015 - 07.2017
LEARNING SUPPORT ASSISTANT
MOOR PARK HIGH SCHOOL
09.2009 - 08.2015
TUTOR
HMYOI LANCASTER FARMS
02.2005 - 04.2007
SUPPLY TEACHER
LANCASHIRE TEACHING AGENCY
09.2003 - 12.2003
CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS CLERK
CANNON HYGIENE
01.2003 - 01.2005
PRIMARY TEACHER
WHARRIER STREET PRIMARY SCHOOL
09.2002 - 08.2003
Bachelor of Arts - PRIMARY EDUCATION AND ENGLISH
ST MARTIN'S COLLEGE
09.1998 - 07.2002
CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS CLERK
CANNON HYGIENE
02.1994 - 08.1998
INSURANCE CLERK
TIC INSURANCE BROKERS
07.1990 - 01.1994
A-Levels -
MORECAMBE HIGH SCHOOL
09.1988 - 06.1990
GCSEs -
MORECAMBE HIGH SCHOOL
09.1986 - 06.1988
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