Paul Tompkins
Wimblebury,Staffordshire
Summary
Dedicated educator with a strong focus on promoting inclusivity and diversity, supporting emotional well-being, and integrating special education. Demonstrates expertise in differentiated instruction and creativity in teaching, with a proven track record in creating effective teaching resources. Skilled in child safeguarding awareness, behaviour management, and leadership in extracurricular activities. Committed to enhancing student outcomes through Special Educational Needs teaching and SATs preparation. Aspires to further develop innovative educational strategies that foster an inclusive learning environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Primary teacher
New Leaf School
Willenhall, Walsall
2019.09 - Current
- Encouraged parental involvement in children's education and school activities.
- Utilised creative teaching methods for enhanced student engagement.
- Tailored teaching techniques to individual learner needs, ensuring inclusivity and differentiation.
- Provided support to SEN students, enhancing their academic journey.
- Participated in school-wide events to foster community spirit.
- Built strong parent-teacher relationships to better understand student needs.
- Adhered to safeguarding policies, ensuring student welfare at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Managed classroom behaviour with consistent disciplinary guidelines, maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Fostered inclusive learning environment by implementing differentiated teaching strategies.
- Coordinated field trips which enriched the curriculum and broadened pupils' experiences.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
Supply teacher
Now Education
Birmingham, West Midlands
2018.06 - 2019.08
- Delivered lesson content clearly, enhancing students' comprehension of subjects.
- Adapted teaching methods for students' individual learning needs.
- Navigated challenging behaviour from students calmly and effectively.
- Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
- Kept records of daily work and left notes for lead teacher.
- Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
- Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.
KS1 Teacher
Goldsmith Primary Academy
Walsall, West Midlands
2017.09 - 2018.05
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Boosted students' reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
Trainee teacher
Perry Beeches V
Birmingham, West Midlands
2016.09 - 2017.08
- Set up class room displays to increase visual engagement with key topics.
- Administered assessments and standardised tests to evaluate student progress.
- Kept updated student records and managed filing systems to support security.
- Engaged students with lesson materials by building positive rapport.
- Prepared lesson content and delivery in line with curriculum guidelines.
- Collaborated with teaching assistants and mentors to deliver additional support to struggling students.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies for optimised learning environment.
- Reported on students' progress and attitude to learning at parent-teacher meetings.
- Demonstrated patience whilst addressing behavioural issues among students.
Education
PGCE - Education
Newman University
Birmingham 2016.09 - 2017.06
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science and Geology
The Open University
Milton Keynes 2010.02 - 2014.12
BTEC National Diploma - Science
Worcester College
Worcester, Worcestershire 1990.09 - 1992.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
John Kyrle High School
Ross on Wye, Herefordshire 1985.09 - 1990.07
GCSEs - English
South Staffordshire College
Cannock, Staffordshire 2012.09 - 2013.08
Skills
- Promoting inclusivity and diversity
- Supporting emotional well-being
- Creativity in teaching
- Special education integration
- Expertise in differentiated instruction
- Creating teaching resources
- Child safeguarding awareness
- Leadership in extracurricular activities
- Behaviour management
- Special Educational Needs teaching
- SATs preparation
Certification
I am a DDSL and have NPQs in Lead Teaching and Senior Leadership. I am currently completing NPQ SENCO, which I will finish in October.
Timeline
Primary teacher
New Leaf School
2019.09 - Current
Supply teacher
Now Education
2018.06 - 2019.08
KS1 Teacher
Goldsmith Primary Academy
2017.09 - 2018.05
Trainee teacher
Perry Beeches V
2016.09 - 2017.08
PGCE - Education
Newman University
2016.09 - 2017.06
GCSEs - English
South Staffordshire College
2012.09 - 2013.08
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science and Geology
The Open University
2010.02 - 2014.12
BTEC National Diploma - Science
Worcester College
1990.09 - 1992.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
John Kyrle High School
1985.09 - 1990.07