Nicola Louise Kenny
Cambridge,Cambs
Summary
Dedicated education leader demonstrating strengths in teamwork and collaboration. Adapts to evolving educational needs through critical thinking and effective problem-solving. Committed to serving the best interests of pupils and maintaining high standards of ethics and professional conduct.
Having been in education for the majority of my working life, I am now ready for a new challenge. I believe I have the motivation, transferable skills and dedication to make this a successful move.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Head Teacher
The Vine Inter-Church Primary School
09.2023 - Current
- Formulate school aims and translate them into clear objectives for staff.
- Establish policies that guide delivery of school aims and objectives.
- Performance manage staff and resources to meet established school priorities.
- Monitor progress toward achievement of school aims and objectives.
- Act as designated safeguarding lead, ensuring safeguarding processes run effectively.
- Manage day-to-day operation of all school events.
- Lead curriculum development and assessment strategies to raise academic standards.
- Coordinate CPD for all staff and support trainee teachers with planned training.
- Deputise regularly for head teacher to maintain leadership continuity.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Post Graduate Certificate in Education
University of Leicester
Leicester1999
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Education
Middlesex University
London1997
A-Levels - Psychology and Art
Long Road Sixth Form
Cambridge1992
GCSEs - Maths, English Literature and Language, French, Art and Design, Humanities and CDC.
Comberton Village College
Cambs.1990
Skills
- Uphold public trust in school leadership and maintain high standards of ethics, behaviour and professional conduct
- Build positive and respectful relationships across the school community
- Serve in the best interests of the school’s pupils
- Communication: Active listening, public speaking, and clear written and verbal correspondence
- Teamwork & Collaboration: The ability to resolve conflicts and build positive working relationships
- Critical thinking and the capability to problem solve
- Time Management & Organisation: Prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines, and multi-tasking
- Adaptability: Flexibility in fast-paced environments and readiness to learn new processes
Hobbies and interests
- Keeping fit through weekly bootcamps and walking
- Avid football fan, Cambridge United season ticket holder
- Travelling
- Socialising with family and friends
Timeline
Deputy Head Teacher
The Vine Inter-Church Primary School
09.2023 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Post Graduate Certificate in Education
University of Leicester
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Education
Middlesex University
A-Levels - Psychology and Art
Long Road Sixth Form
GCSEs - Maths, English Literature and Language, French, Art and Design, Humanities and CDC.
Comberton Village College