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Oliver Edward Rawlings

Marlborough,Wiltshire

Summary

Adaptable Early Career (ECT) Primary School Teacher with a strong academic background and a passion for nurturing young learners. Committed to creating a supportive and stimulating classroom environment that encourages curiosity, confidence, and growth. Developing strong skills in communication and classroom management, with a focus on inspiring children and supporting both their academic progress and personal development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Student teacher Year 3

Trumpington Meadows Priamry School
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
03.2025 - Current
  • Observed lead teacher's classes, enhanced pedagogical knowledge and skill set
  • Key focus on Year 3 English curriculum delivery according to a 'talk for writing' approach.
  • Adapted set schemes of work by designing activities in line with the varied learning needs of pupils.
  • Undertaken Assessment in the Classroom and Safeguarding Training
  • Worked alongside experienced colleagues to formulate mid-term plans according to the school ethos and national curriculum expectations.
  • Supported with external trips.
  • Supported pupils with additional learning needs (autism, dyslexic)
  • Set up classroom displays to increase visual engagement with key topics

Student teacher Year 2

Hillcrest Primary School
Downham Market, Norfolk
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Planned and delivered lessons from across the curriculum including PE
  • Key focus on pupil phonics development following Little Wandle scheme and completed screenings
  • Incorporated real-world examples into lessons for more relatable learning experiences.
  • Collaborated with teachers to enrich curriculum content
  • Participated in staff meetings, contributed valuable insights towards school improvement plans
  • Observed lead teacher's classes, enhanced pedagogical knowledge and skill set
  • Created engaging visual aids for clearer lesson delivery
  • Worked with teachers to uphold behaviour management policies
  • Briefed teaching assistants ahead of lessons
  • Engaged in semi-structured conversations with subject leads following observations
  • Helped to coordinate field trips to supplement classroom learning opportunities effectively.

Student teacher

Kennet Valley Church of England Primary School
Marlborough, Wiltshire
09.2024 - 09.2024
  • Observed lead teacher's classes, enhanced pedagogical knowledge and skill set
  • Maintained a reflective practice diary
  • One-to-one reading and recording of written progress

Teaching assistant Year 1

King Edwards School
Bath, Somerset
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
  • Assisted children individually and in small groups to support understanding of concepts delivered by the teacher.
  • Led 'catch-up' sessions, working in small groups and one-on-one to ensure pupils met age-related expectations.
  • Provided additional support to students with special educational needs (e.g. Autism, ADHD, etc.)
  • Worked alongside speech-language pathologists to practice correct motor speech patterns for a pupil with a diagnosed speech impairment.
  • Delivered SEN Exercises for Handwriting for pupils with fine motor difficulties.
  • Assisted in conducting assessments to determine student understanding (e.g. Phonics screening).
  • Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour as well as conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
  • Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
  • Undertook and completed a pediatric first aid course.

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Restaurant supervisor

The Bell at West Overton
Marlborough, Wiltshire
10.2017 - 08.2019
  • Worked alongside the Restaurant Manager and back-of-house staff curating menu plans, both for specific occasions and the restaurant's broader commitment to supply seasonal, local food year-round.
  • Established productive, positive relationships with colleagues and patrons, creating a friendly and welcoming environment.
  • Trained front-of-house staff in company procedures and policies, service etiquette and appropriate communication, ensuring a positive experience for both employees and guests.
  • Carried out regular maintenance and scheduled cleaning, ensuring equipment and facility remained in working order,

Education

PGCE - General Primary (5-11)

University of Cambridge
Cambridge
09/2025 -

Bachelor of Arts - Geography

University of Exeter
Exeter
09/2018 - 08/2022

A-Levels -

Dauntseys
Market Lavington, Wiltshire
09/2015 - 07/2017

GCSEs -

St John's Marlborough
Marlborough, Wiltshire
09/2010 - 06/2015

Skills

  • Reflective practitioner
  • Resilient under pressure and positive
  • Collaborative team player
  • Strong communicator
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Creative thinker and engaging
  • Patient and empathetic
  • Highly organised
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • Pro-active and enthusiastic

Accomplishments

    Academic Achievement Awards:

    2018/19 Dean's Commendation of Academic Excellence

    2019/20 Dean's Commendation of Academic Excellence

    2019/20 College Commendation for Academic Excellence

    2015/17 Dauntseys Sport Scholarships Award

Timeline

Student teacher Year 3

Trumpington Meadows Priamry School
03.2025 - Current

Student teacher Year 2

Hillcrest Primary School
10.2024 - 02.2025

Student teacher

Kennet Valley Church of England Primary School
09.2024 - 09.2024

Teaching assistant Year 1

King Edwards School
09.2023 - 07.2024

Restaurant supervisor

The Bell at West Overton
10.2017 - 08.2019

PGCE - General Primary (5-11)

University of Cambridge
09/2025 -

Bachelor of Arts - Geography

University of Exeter
09/2018 - 08/2022

A-Levels -

Dauntseys
09/2015 - 07/2017

GCSEs -

St John's Marlborough
09/2010 - 06/2015
Oliver Edward Rawlings