Nicola Lacey
Ryde,Isle of Wight
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate education professional with nearly 30 years of experience, including 25 years in primary education as a Reception class teacher. Currently developing tailored learning packages for young people with special educational needs at Sense Learning. Qualified swimming teacher with additional experience in administrative support for a small business, showcasing strong organisational and adaptability skills. Committed to fostering individual potential through personalised, learner-centred strategies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Specialist teacher
Sense Learning
Ryde, Isle of Wight
2023.01 - Current
- Deliver one-to-one teaching in home and community settings to promote holistic development.
- Foster positive relationships to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
- Implement creative, interest-based approaches to cater for individual learning paces.
Swimming teacher
Emma's Otters
Newport, Isle of Wight
2022.11 - Current
- Conduct primary school swimming lessons and after-school sessions, prioritising water safety
Administrator
Finance Matters
Ryde, Isle of Wight
2022.04 - Current
- Keep accounts updated and provide assistance with administrative tasks.
Reception Class Teacher and PE Lead
Brading CE Primary School
Brading, Isle of Wight
2019.04 - 2022.04
Reception Class Teacher and EYFS Lead
Haylands Primary School
Ryde, Isle of Wight
2009.04 - 2019.04
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education and Geography with QTS
King Alfred's College
Winchester 1992.09 - 1996.07
A-Levels -
Ryde High School
Ryde 1990.09 - 1992.07
GCSEs -
Ryde High School
Ryde 1986.09 - 1990.07
Aquatic Qualifications -
Royal Life Saving Society
EnglandPaediatric First Aid -
Tigerlily
England 2023.02 - 2023.02
Skills
- Child development strategies
- Individualized learning plans
- Sensory and therapeutic approaches
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Adaptability and creativity
- Administrative and organisational skills
SENSE Learning Inset Training
· Safeguarding courses including Prevent, Online Safety, Exploitation, County Lines, Lone Worker, Gut feelings
· Crisis Prevention Training - CPI
· Inclusive Language, Developmental Language Disorder
· Behaviour, MIND training, PDA and Trauma
· Interception, ADHD
· ASDAN Life Skill Challenges, Creative Curriculum
· Sex Ed Forum, Understanding how best to support LGBT+ young people
· Dyslexia and Dyscalculia
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paediatric First Aid -
Tigerlily
2023.02 - 2023.02
Specialist teacher
Sense Learning
2023.01 - Current
Swimming teacher
Emma's Otters
2022.11 - Current
Administrator
Finance Matters
2022.04 - Current
Reception Class Teacher and PE Lead
Brading CE Primary School
2019.04 - 2022.04
Reception Class Teacher and EYFS Lead
Haylands Primary School
2009.04 - 2019.04
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education and Geography with QTS
King Alfred's College
1992.09 - 1996.07
A-Levels -
Ryde High School
1990.09 - 1992.07
GCSEs -
Ryde High School
1986.09 - 1990.07
Aquatic Qualifications -
Royal Life Saving Society