Rosie Abbott
Wigginton,Hertfordshire
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in exam access arrangements and individual education plan development, specialising in special needs advocacy and learning disabilities. Demonstrates a deep understanding of a range of neurodiversity's and educational health care plans, effectively building trusting relationships to support SEND students. Skilled in SEN management, mental resilience, and multisensory teaching methods, with a focus on empathetic communication and IEP development. Committed to advancing inclusive education through strategic SEND support initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
SEN coordinator
Egerton Rothesay school
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
09.2021 - Current
- Developed individual education plans to support diverse learning needs for students.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement effective intervention strategies for students.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff on best practices in special educational needs.
- Liaised with external agencies to secure additional support and resources for students.
- Monitored student progress and provided regular feedback to parents and guardians.
- Organised workshops and events to raise awareness of special educational needs within the school community.
- Developed Individual Education Plans to better support students' unique needs.
- Led initiatives that enhanced the social integration of SEN students within the school community.
- Coordinated with teaching staff for more effective special education practices.
- Created safe learning environments, reducing incidents of disruptive behaviour.
- Achieved improved understanding of SEN provisions with regular staff training sessions.
- Provided advice to parents about their child's educational progress and support strategies.
- Ensured compliance with SEN regulations by keeping accurate and up-to-date records.
- Collaborated with external professionals to provide comprehensive care for students.
- Delivered tailored training sessions, improving staff knowledge on SEN issues.
- Implemented new resources and technologies to improve student support and education.
- Supported classroom teacher in monitoring, assessing and recording students progress.
- Managed student behaviour, intervening in crisis situations to resolve conflicts.
- Planned smooth student transitions with subsequent education providers.
- Set clear short-term and long-term goals to help SEN student progression.
Head of key stage
Egerton Rothesay school
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
05.2020 - 09.2025
- Led development and implementation of curriculum plans to enhance student engagement.
- Facilitated collaboration among teaching staff to ensure cohesive educational strategies.
- Monitored student progress and provided tailored support to address individual learning needs.
- Organised professional development workshops for educators to promote best teaching practices.
- Coordinated communication between parents and staff to strengthen community involvement.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
English teacher
Egerton Rothesay school
Berkhamsted, Berkhamsted
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Designed engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance student participation.
- Assessed student performance through various methods to ensure comprehension.
- Developed creative curriculum materials that aligned with educational standards.
SEN teacher (primary)
Egerton Rothesay school
Berkhamsted, Berkhamsted
05.2015 - 09.2021
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to enhance social skills and emotional wellbeing of students.
- Assessed student progress regularly and adjusted teaching methods to ensure effective learning outcomes.
EAL teacher
New Cairo British international school
Cairo , Egypt
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse language needs of students.
- Facilitated immersive language experiences through interactive activities and group discussions.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create an inclusive environment for non-native English speakers.
Specialist support teacher
The Berkhamsted schools group
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
01.2013 - 08.2014
Learning support assistant
Egerton Rothesay school
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
09.2009 - 12.2012
Bar and Box office manager
The Rex cinema
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
01.2006 - 11.2010
- Managed bar operations, ensuring efficient service during high-demand events.
- Supervised box office staff, facilitating smooth ticket sales and customer interactions.
- Developed and implemented training programmes for new team members, enhancing service standards.
- Coordinated event logistics, including setup and breakdown of bar and box office areas.
Education
SPLD level 7 - Special educational needs
WS centre
London 09.2017 - 06.2018
SPLD level 5 - Special educational needs
WS centre
London 09.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Events and festival management
Bucks new university
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire 09.2008 - 06.2011
A-Levels - English literature , General studies, Art
Ashlyns school
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire 09.2004 - 07.2006
Skills
- Exam access arrangement
- Individual education plan development
- Special needs advocacy
- Learning disabilities knowledge
- Educational health care plans
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Building trusting relationships
- SEN management
- Mental resilience
- Multisensory teaching methods
- IEP development
- Empathetic communication
- SEND support
Affiliations
Interested in travel, culture, food, the outdoors and walking.
Timeline
SEN coordinator
Egerton Rothesay school
09.2021 - Current
Head of key stage
Egerton Rothesay school
05.2020 - 09.2025
English teacher
Egerton Rothesay school
09.2018 - 09.2021
SPLD level 7 - Special educational needs
WS centre
09.2017 - 06.2018
SPLD level 5 - Special educational needs
WS centre
09.2016 - 06.2017
SEN teacher (primary)
Egerton Rothesay school
05.2015 - 09.2021
EAL teacher
New Cairo British international school
08.2014 - 05.2015
Specialist support teacher
The Berkhamsted schools group
01.2013 - 08.2014
Learning support assistant
Egerton Rothesay school
09.2009 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Events and festival management
Bucks new university
09.2008 - 06.2011
Bar and Box office manager
The Rex cinema
01.2006 - 11.2010
A-Levels - English literature , General studies, Art
Ashlyns school
09.2004 - 07.2006
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