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Rachel Sadler

Bristol,United Kingdom

Summary

I am an energetic and compassionate qualified teacher with 16 years of experience teaching across the primary age range using the British curriculum. I have worked in multicultural schools, supporting children from diverse backgrounds, including those with no English, to develop confidence and language skills. Dedicated to fostering a love of learning, I nurture and challenge children to reach their full potential through strong relationships, high expectations, and inclusive, well-paced lessons tailored to individual needs. Currently serving as English Lead, I have also successfully led Numeracy, KS2 Phase, and EAL initiatives, alongside leading extra-curricular activities such as school performances and singing assemblies. Skilled Teacher with background in improving student performance. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and administrators alike to teach and motivate students.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Year 6 Teacher and English Lead

Mulberry Park Educate Together
Bath, Bath and North East Somerset
09.2022 - 11.2024
  • Currently teaching a new Year 6 class, shaping the curriculum and implementing Year 6 initiatives
  • Previously, I taught a Year 3 / 4 mixed class and a Year 1 class
  • English Lead whilst training for National Professional Qualification for Leading Literacy
  • Implemented school wide initiatives and events including Book Fairs, World Book Day Celebrations, Annual whole school poetry competitions, free theatre trips and a Guinness World Record Attempt

Class Teacher and KS2 Phase Lead

Fishponds Church of England Academy
Bristol
09.2013 - 07.2022
  • Delivered high-quality teaching as Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 class teacher and achieved OFSTED outstanding as class teacher
  • Led Key Stage 2 (spanning Years 4–6) as Phase Leader, overseeing curriculum, staff development, and pupil outcomes
  • Implemented school-wide initiatives as the Learning to Learn Lead and provided targeted support as EAL Lead
  • Facilitated extracurricular activities including singing assemblies and the production of The Lion King

Class Teacher and Mathematics Lead

Bridge Farm Primary School
Bristol
09.2009 - 07.2013
  • Year 4 and 5 Class Teacher and achieved OFSTED Outstanding as class teacher
  • Mathematics Lead
  • Actively engaged in extracurricular activities including the production of Oliver!

Education

QTS - Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

University of the West of England
Bristol
09.2007 - 07.2008

BSc - Early Childhood Studies

University of Bristol
Bristol
09.2003 - 07.2006

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Curriculum Development
  • Literacy Instruction
  • EAL Strategies
  • Inclusive Classroom Environment
  • Dynamic Classroom Environment
  • Musical Expertise
  • Piano
  • Singing
  • Clarinet
  • Effective Communication
  • Organisational Skills
  • Liaising with Parents
  • Event Management

Hobbies and Interests

I enjoy traveling to different parts of the world and experiencing the richness of other cultures. I am very active and have recently trained and ran a half marathon. Being a keen musician and playing both the piano and singing, I would love to be involved in singing assemblies and music clubs in school.

Personal Information

  • Date of birth: 02/22/85
  • Nationality: British
  • Marital status: Married
  • Dependents: Ages 5 and 8

Timeline

Year 6 Teacher and English Lead

Mulberry Park Educate Together
09.2022 - 11.2024

Class Teacher and KS2 Phase Lead

Fishponds Church of England Academy
09.2013 - 07.2022

Class Teacher and Mathematics Lead

Bridge Farm Primary School
09.2009 - 07.2013

QTS - Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

University of the West of England
09.2007 - 07.2008

BSc - Early Childhood Studies

University of Bristol
09.2003 - 07.2006
Rachel Sadler