Rhianon Riddick
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
Accomplished education professional with extensive expertise in strategic visioning, teaching standards, and pupil advocacy. Demonstrates proficiency in school budget planning, Ofsted inspection processes, and special educational needs understanding. Proven track record in community outreach initiatives, parent-teacher liaison, and subject specialisation. Skilled in student assessment techniques, fundraising strategies, and appraisal and feedback delivery. Adept at fostering parental engagement, utilising digital learning platforms, and managing pupil behaviour with empathy and understanding. Committed to collaborative programme creation, safeguarding regulations adherence, and social emotional learning integration. Dedicated to enforcing positive discipline and accountability reporting to enhance educational outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deputy Head Teacher
Knowsley Council
Liverpool, Knowsley
09.2021 - Current
- Monitored lesson planning, assuring adherence to curriculum guidelines.
- Improved academic standards with the implementation of rigorous assessments.
- Facilitated inter-departmental collaboration for a unified educational approach.
- Liaised with governing bodies, strengthening school's external relations.
- Oversaw resource allocation to enhance the teaching-learning process effectively.
- Coordinated teacher training sessions for professional growth and development.
- Stayed current on applicable codes and guidelines to maintain compliant programme operations.
- Strengthened community engagement strategies to boost programme outreach.
- Elevated school profile to bring in better staff, students and partnerships.
- Coordinated administrative operations to maintain compliance and accuracy across recordkeeping and financial areas.
- Optimised student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.
- Led staff meetings to improve team cohesion and collaboration.
- Devised new teaching methods to cater diverse learner needs.
- Created strategic plans aligning with school mission and vision.
- Increased parent engagement by organising regular communication channels and meetings.
- Developed curriculum for improved student performance.
Assistant Head Teacher
Knowsley Council
Liverpool, Knowsley
09.2014 - 07.2020
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing innovative teaching methods.
- Initiated creative fundraising events which enriched school resources without additional burdens on parents or staff.
- Identified areas of improvement through rigorous assessment procedures resulting in raised attainment levels.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, ensuring best value for the school budget.
Classroom Teacher
Knowsley Council
Liverpool, Knowlsey
09.2009 - 07.2014
- Eyfs mentor for the Local Authority
- Taught nursery to year 6
- Offered after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to improved grades.
- Participated actively in staff development programmes, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of educational trends and practices.
- Marked assignments promptly, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Coordinated parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and behaviour issues.
- Organised annual school plays; encouraged creativity and confidence amongst participants.
- Fostered intellectual growth, resulting in increased academic performance.
- Led field trips during summer holidays, combining education with fun-filled activities.
- Participated in Parent Teacher Association meetings regularly; fostered strong relationships within school community.
- Prepared detailed lesson plans to meet curriculum requirements.
- Utilised diverse teaching materials, enhancing engagement and comprehension levels of pupils.
- Assisted special needs students individually, promoting inclusivity within the classroom.
- Achieved improved attendance rates with proactive classroom management strategies.
- Incorporated technology into lesson plans for modern learning experiences.
SENCO
Knowsley Council
Liverpool, Knowlsey
09.2014 - Current
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Assisted students in developing life skills, preparing them for independent living post-schooling.
- Organised regular parent-teacher meetings, fostering better home-school communication.
- Tailored curriculum delivery according to each student's Individual Education Plan.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction amongst peers.
- Coordinated with therapists for improved student progress.
- Adopted multi-sensory approaches for improved comprehension of complex concepts.
- Participated actively in IEP meetings, contributing valuable suggestions based on student observations.
- Adapted teaching methods to cater to various learning styles and abilities within the class.
- Led training sessions for classroom assistants and volunteers to enhance their understanding of special education needs.
- Worked closely with school psychologists to develop effective intervention strategies.
- Helped students understand their emotions through consistent counselling sessions; resulted in improved behavioural management over time .
- Advocated for students' rights within the wider school community; resulted in more inclusive policies being adopted school-wide.
Education
senco award - Special educational needs
Chester University
Liverpool 02.2016 - 07.2017
Master of Arts - Teaching and learning
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool 09.2009 - 06.2011
PGCE - Early Years
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool 09.2008 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and advanced study of early years
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool 09.2004 - 06.2007
NPQH - School leadership
Best Practice Network
LiverpoolSkills
- Strategic visioning
- Teaching standards expertise
- Pupil advocacy
- School budget planning
- Ofsted inspection familiarity
- Special educational needs understanding
- Community outreach initiatives
- Parent-Teacher liaison
- Subject specialisation
- Student assessment techniques
- Fund raising techniques
- Appraisal and feedback delivery
- Parental engagement techniques
- Digital learning platforms usage
- Pupil behaviour management
- Empathy and understanding
- Collaborative programme creation
- Safeguarding regulations
- Special educational needs experience
- Social emotional learning integration
- Positive discipline enforcing
- Accountability reporting
Affiliations
- spending time with my family at our caravan in North Wales, going the gym, reading and travelling
Timeline
Deputy Head Teacher
Knowsley Council
09.2021 - Current
senco award - Special educational needs
Chester University
02.2016 - 07.2017
Assistant Head Teacher
Knowsley Council
09.2014 - 07.2020
SENCO
Knowsley Council
09.2014 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Knowsley Council
09.2009 - 07.2014
Master of Arts - Teaching and learning
Liverpool Hope University
09.2009 - 06.2011
PGCE - Early Years
Liverpool Hope University
09.2008 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and advanced study of early years
Liverpool Hope University
09.2004 - 06.2007
NPQH - School leadership
Best Practice Network
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