Nicola Hutton

* Achieved high-quality early years education at Ivy Road Primary School over 20 years.

* Enhanced reception teaching and phonics leadership across EYFS and Key Stage 1.

* Ensured consistent phonics instruction by coaching staff in Monster Phonics delivery.

* Delivered an engaging curriculum aligned with the Early Years Statutory Framework, promoting all areas of learning.

* Created a motivating and inclusive learning environment that encourages independence and creativity.

* Strengthened partnerships with parents, carers, and external agencies to support children's overall development and wellbeing.

* Implemented rigorous safeguarding measures as a designated safeguarding lead using CPOMS.

* Effectively monitored children's progress and identified next steps through assessment tools.

* Organised and implemented activities that supported children's learning and development.
* Created a nurturing environment that encouraged learning through play.
* Facilitated social, emotional, language, and physical development.
* Monitored children's progress and planned future learning steps.
* Promoted early communication, reading, writing, and numeracy skills.
* Developed positive relationships with parents and carers.
* Collaborated with teaching assistants to address individual needs.
* Managed classroom organisation and maintained behavioural standards.
* Enforced safeguarding and health protocols consistently.
* Guided children towards independence and readiness for reception.

* Planned and delivered lessons in accordance with national curriculum.
* Created safe and stimulating classroom environment to facilitate children's learning and development.
* Utilised assessments to inform subsequent learning steps.
* Established positive relationships with children through clear routines and behavioural expectations.
* Adapted teaching practices to accommodate diverse learner needs, including those with additional needs, with guidance from mentor.
* Collaborated with teaching assistants to enhance classroom support.
* Communicated regularly with parents and carers about children's progress and wellbeing.
* Adhered to safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies to ensure children's wellbeing at all times.

* Supported class teacher in implementing lessons across all curriculum areas.
* Collaborated with individual pupils and small groups to enhance learning and progress.
* Assisted in preparing classroom resources.
* Facilitated reading, writing, and numeracy activities.
* Aided children with additional needs to ensure inclusion in all learning areas.
* Supervised pupils during playtime, lunchtime, and school activities.
* Contributed to maintaining a positive and well-managed classroom environment.