Paul Hunt
Teacher
Sidcup,Kent
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in IT proficiency, performance evaluations, staffing, interdepartmental relations, and leadership excellence. Demonstrates a strong ability to enhance team performance and foster collaborative environments. Committed to driving organisational success through strategic initiatives and effective leadership.
Experienced educator with focus on inspiring and nurturing musical talent in students of all ages. Develops innovative lesson plans that cater to individual learning styles, fostering both technical skills and creative expression. Utilises diverse range of teaching methods to engage and motivate pupils, ensuring comprehensive understanding of music theory and performance.
Seasoned professional with focus on event organisation and project management. Capable of streamlining operations, ensuring timely delivery and enhancing team collaboration. Utilises strong communication and problem-solving skills to drive successful outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
45
45
years of professional experience
Work history
Head of Dept IT, Music Teacher & Club organiser
Newstead Wood School
Orpington, Bromley
01.2007 - 06.2026
- Deliver key stage 3 music lessons through structured rehearsals and practice.
- Teach electric guitar techniques with, feedback, and clear progress checks.
- Run folk club sessions using and teaching various folk instruments
- Arranged school-wide concerts showcasing student talent
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain focus on lessons whilst ensuring student safety and wellbeing.
IT Lecturer
Bexley College
Erith, Bexley
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Delivered BTEC National Diploma IT and HND Computing Year 2 sessions daily.
- Taught DIDAS, ECDL, OCR, NVQ, and related courses across levels.
- Designed and implemented new course plans and assessment structures each term.
- Built and developed VLE resources for easier learner access.
- Created intranet materials and classroom lesson packs for teaching delivery.
- Trained private companies through tailored IT and computing workshops.
- Designed and delivered staff development courses for teaching teams.
- Coached learners and staff to meet required standards consistently.
- Enhanced learning outcomes with engaging lesson plans.
ICT Resource Technician/ A Level teacher
The Grammar School for Girls Wilmington
Bromley, Kent
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Coordinated ICT delivery for Key Stage 3 and 4 lessons daily.
- Planned and taught community-based IT courses to support local learners.
- Created ICT resources for cross-curricular lessons and classroom activities.
- Taught Oracle session
- Reviewed equipment manuals and technical specifications to complete repairs.
- Replaced worn and defective parts and wiring to restore equipment function.
- Kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Troubleshot and resolved technical issues to restore functionality.
IT Lecturer
Bexley College
Bexley, Kent
01.1997 - 01.2004
- Delivered AVCE, ECDL, and OCR,NVQ,CLAIT courses at all programme levels.
- Coordinated everyday course delivery across ECDL, OCR, and NVQ,CLAIT pathways.
- Designed and ran new course programmes for changing ICT demands.
- Created intranet resources and class lesson plans for staff use.
- Delivered company training programmes for private-sector client teams daily.
- Supported learners as course tutor and learning support leader.
- Delivered staff development sessions to improve teaching practice.
- Audited teaching and learning activities to keep course standards consistent.
IT Lecturer
South Kent College
Dover, Kent
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Deliver IT courses across all levels for consistent student support.
- Design and implement new courses to match curriculum needs.
- Tutor learners and manage classroom support as course tutor duties.
- Act as personal tutor for struggling students to lift outcomes.
- Increase pass rates through targeted guidance and regular check-ins.
- Create engaging lesson plans that enhance learning outcomes for students.
- Collaborate with other lecturers to share teaching best practices regularly.
- Lecture on complex subjects to improve understanding and confidence.
Services Assistant
Aegon Insurance
London, Greater London
01.1986 - 01.1992
- Collection and distribution of post
- General office duties
- Assisted colleagues during busy periods effectively, ensuring a seamless service provision.
- Ensured safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
Temporary Work
ManPower
City of London, City of London
01.1981 - 01.1986
- Telephone call centre operative
- Office removals
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
AS Level - English Language
01.1992 - 01.1992
GPA: B
O Level -
01.1981 - 01.1981
Maths C, English C, Biology B, Chemistry C, Music A
A Level - English Literature
01.1992 - 01.1992
GPA: C
BSc Hons - New Technology Media and Communication
01.1994 - 01.1996
GPA: 2:2
PGCE - Teaching
01.1997 - 01.1997
MSc - Computing and Information Systems
01.1999 - 01.2003
Skills
IT Proficiency
Performance evaluations
Staffing
Interdepartmental relations
Leadership excellence
Certification
- Google Technical support certification
- Grade 8 Guitar trinity college of music
- English Folk Dance and Song Society EFDSS Folk educators CPD sessions
- ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory
- Kodaly music educator level 2
- Middle Leaders professional qualification from United Learning
- NCCE Professional development courses for National Computing Hub
- NCCE Computer Science Accelerator award
- CPD Bcs A Level Computer Science Subject knowledge Certificate
- CPD Bcs GCSE Computer Science Subject Knowledge Certificate
- CPD AQA A Level NEA certificate
- CPD STEM Senior Facilitator in Computer Science
- NCCE I Belong Champion (Gender Balance in Computing)
- CPD Python Programming for GCSE
- CPD Object Orientated Programming
- CPD Algorithms for GCSE
- CPD in A Level Computing from Queen Mary University
- Oracle Database Modeling/SQL certificated
- ECDL Trainer
- D32/33 assessor awards
- Encoding Digital Video for Networks course – BUFVC
- Flash MX Training – Silicon Beach Training
- Certificate in E-learning, Teaching and Training (Greenwich University)
References
- Paul, Newman, Head Teacher, office@newsteadwood.co.uk, 01689 853626, Newstead Wood School, Avebury Road, Orpington, Kent, BR6 9SA
- Joshina, Mehta, Head of Computing, jmehta@newsteadwood.co.uk, 01689 853626, Newstead Wood School, Avebury Road, Orpington, Kent, BR6 9SA
Interests
I am married with two children., I am musician and play in several local Bands. I play a Mandolin, Tenor Banjo, Violin and Guitar (Lead, Rhythm and Bass). I have Grade 5 Music Theory ABRSM and Grade 8 Rock Guitar from Trinity College, I teach privately Mandolin and Guitar at all levels., I am a regular theatre goer and member of the Globe theatre.
Affiliations
- Playing music in local folk clubs and open mic sessions.
- Married with two grown up children
- Keen theatre goer. The Globe Theatre member
Accomplishments
Grade 8 Electric Guitar
ABRSM Grage 5 Music Theoy
Koday level two singing
Timeline
Head of Dept IT, Music Teacher & Club organiser - Newstead Wood School
01.2007 - 06.2026
IT Lecturer - Bexley College
01.2005 - 01.2007
ICT Resource Technician/ A Level teacher - The Grammar School for Girls Wilmington
01.2004 - 01.2006
Greenwich University - MSc, Computing and Information Systems
01.1999 - 01.2003
Greenwich University - PGCE, Teaching
01.1997 - 01.1997
IT Lecturer - Bexley College
01.1997 - 01.2004
IT Lecturer - South Kent College
01.1996 - 01.1998
University of East London - BSc Hons, New Technology Media and Communication
01.1994 - 01.1996
Lewisham College - AS Level, English Language
01.1992 - 01.1992
Lewisham College - A Level, English Literature
01.1992 - 01.1992
Services Assistant - Aegon Insurance
01.1986 - 01.1992
Trinity School - O Level,
01.1981 - 01.1981
Temporary Work - ManPower
01.1981 - 01.1986