Olivia Chester
Bury
Summary
Dependable and reliable Teacher of English with experience creating vibrant learning atmospheres to enhance student experience. Builds excellent rapport with students and utilises differentiated teaching methods to increase engagement with literary concepts and meet varied student needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Teacher of English
Tottington High School
Bury
09.2022 - Current
- Attended form tutor meetings and parent's evenings, consistently encouraging parental involvement to boost student performance.
- Managed challenging behaviour with firm and fair style.
- Delivered key academic concepts using engaging teaching methods, improving student understanding.
- Provided additional support to struggling students, promoting improved academic confidence.
- Recommended effective additional learning resources, aiding continued student confidence and abilities.
- Applied scaffolded teaching methods to meet varied student needs.
- Created vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions.
Duty manager
Iceland Foods
Bury
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Met health and safety guidelines to maintain compliant working environments.
- Handled guest complaints to protect brand reputation.
- Wrote end of shift reports to facilitate service continuity.
- Adhered to company policies and brand standards to support outstanding guest experiences.
- Responded to customer concerns with speed and knowledge, delivering professional, personalised service.
- Managed customer service interactions, addressing concerns and preserving positive experiences.
Financial assistant
UK Dry Risers
Manchester
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Compiled reports on sales, expenditure and marketing for senior management.
- Entered transactions into internal databases.
- Organised budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Helped research and resolve financial discrepancies to reduce errors.
- Reviewed and filed payroll documents following department procedures.
- Verified items billed against items received, following up with vendors to reconcile variances.
Actress
Linton Management
Bury, Borough of Bury
01.2006 - 12.2012
- Used constructive critiques to improve personal performances.
- Observed blocking detail in marking rehearsals for correct stage presence.
- Researched character nuances to deliver powerful, persuasive performances.
- Followed Stage Manager direction to meet curtain call requirements.
- Provided creative input to cast and crew, enhancing project collaboration.
- Kept to strict schedules on location shoots to maintain smooth production delivery.
- Attended rehearsals and reported schedule conflicts to resolve absences.
Education
PGCE - PGCE Secondary English with QTS
Edge Hill University
Ormskirk 09/2021 - 07/2022
Bachelor of Arts - English Language with Creative Writing
University of Salford
Salford 09/2018 - 07/2021
A-Levels -
Holy Cross College
Bury 09/2016 - 07/2018
GCSEs -
The Elton High School
Bury 09/2011 - 07/2016
Skills
- Standardised testing strategies
- QTS certified
- Extracurricular activities
- Behaviour management
- Critical thinking skills
- Pastoral care
- Group leadership
- English curriculum expertise
- Classroom management
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Teacher of English
Tottington High School
09.2022 - Current
Duty manager
Iceland Foods
04.2020 - 09.2021
Financial assistant
UK Dry Risers
05.2019 - 04.2020
Actress
Linton Management
01.2006 - 12.2012
PGCE - PGCE Secondary English with QTS
Edge Hill University
09/2021 - 07/2022
Bachelor of Arts - English Language with Creative Writing
University of Salford
09/2018 - 07/2021
A-Levels -
Holy Cross College
09/2016 - 07/2018
GCSEs -
The Elton High School
09/2011 - 07/2016
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