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Sophie Moss, MSc CMgr FCMI

Sophie Moss, MSc CMgr FCMI

Founder & CEO, Bridge & Bloom | Behaviour, Curriculum & AI Strategy Specialist | Developing Behavioural Navigators & Pedagogical Facilitators
Gillingham,KEN

Summary

I help schools move from firefighting to sustainable growth by training staff to lead behaviour with empathy, clarity, and confidence. With over a decade experience in leadership, an MSc in Education Leadership and Management, and proven results in raising outcomes, I create cultures where children navigate emotions, think critically, and build resilience, ready for their future.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certificates

Work History

Founder & CEO

Bridge & Bloom Ltd
London, England
07.2025 - Current

At Bridge & Bloom, I help schools build calm, emotionally intelligent environments where teachers lead learning as behavioural navigators and pedagogical facilitators.

We support educational establishments facing:
↳ Persistent behaviour and engagement challenges
↳ Staff burnout and CPD gaps
↳ The need for future-ready curriculum and AI confidence

I lead strategy, training, and consultancy across the UK and internationally, with public, private, and trust-based schools. to embed behavioural pedagogy that drives outcomes and wellbeing.

Let’s connect if you're building schools that put people first.
Calendly link: https://calendly.com/smossshiftsminds/30min

Governor

Phoenix Primary School
Gillingham, England
05.2025 - Current

As a Governor at Phoenix Primary School, I support strategic leadership to ensure inclusive, high-quality education. I contribute to curriculum development, whole-school behaviour strategy, and safeguarding oversight, all aligned with the Trust’s vision of “Achievement for All.”

My role includes monitoring progress, promoting emotionally intelligent approaches, and championing pupil wellbeing. I provide constructive challenge and insight across staff development, inclusion, and policy implementation. This work reflects my commitment to calm, future-ready learning environments where every child and adult can thrive.

Teaching & Learning Lead / Year 6 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
Greenhithe, Kent
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Led whole-school curriculum and assessment strategies, ensuring consistency and impact across multiple key stages.
  • Advised on AI-enhanced teaching innovations, embedding EdTech solutions to personalise learning and improve engagement.
  • Designed and implemented targeted interventions, leading to a 20% increase in student progress.
  • Developed staff training programmes, strengthening teaching quality and confidence in data-driven instruction.
  • Strengthened school-parent engagement, running structured workshops that increased parental involvement in learning.

Key Stage 1 & Mathematics Lead | Year 3 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
, Kent
01.2024 - 09.2024
  • Led the whole-school mathematics curriculum, implementing interventions that boosted Year 6 SATs
    results by 20%.
  • Developed a bi-weekly intervention model, ensuring structured support tailored to student progress and need.
  • Reorganised lunchtime provision and staff duties, reducing behaviour incidents by 80% through structured engagement.
  • Mentored and coached staff, embedding consistent pedagogical practices and improving confidence in maths teaching.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Parental Engagement Lead | Year 5 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
, Bexley
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed a whole-school parental engagement framework, increasing participation by 10%.
  • Played a pivotal role in Ofsted deep dives, earning recognition for leadership in curriculum and assessment.
  • Advocated for Universal Design for Learning (UDL), increasing student accessibility and engagement.
  • Supported the Headteacher in staff transition and retention, helping rebuild trust and team cohesion.
  • Led professional development sessions, focusing on inclusive education and digital learning strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

KS1 Phase & Mathematics Lead & Year 2 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
, Kent
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Led Key Stage 1 through an Ofsted deep dive, earning commendations for curriculum leadership.
  • Played a pivotal role in Ofsted inspections, leading evidence-based curriculum adjustments that enhanced instructional quality and student performance.
  • Advocated for Universal Design for Learning (UDL), increasing engagement and eliminating learning barriers.

Year 2 Teacher & KS1 Phase & Mathematics Lead

Woodland Academy Trust
, Bexley
09.2020 - 09.2022
  • Led Key Stage 1 curriculum planning, delivering differentiated instruction in a three-form entry school.
  • Implemented strategic curriculum enhancements, driving measurable gains in academic progress and student engagement.
  • Oversaw the KS1 mathematics curriculum, leading interventions that resulted in SATs and MTC results exceeding national averages.
  • Led CPD initiatives, improving teaching effectiveness across Key Stage 1 and fostering collaborative planning.
  • Organised school-wide mathematics competitions and parent workshops, strengthening family engagement in learning.
  • Led whole-school assemblies and performances, enhancing school spirit and student engagement.

UKS2 Phase & Assessment Lead & Year 6 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
, London
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Implemented whole-school assessment reforms, introducing tracking systems that improved student outcomes.
  • Led remote & hybrid learning strategies during COVID-19, ensuring learning continuity and
    adaptability.

Y4 Teacher & Wider Leadership Champion

Woodland Academy Trust
, Bexley
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Led whole-school leadership projects, driving progressive changes in policies and practices.
  • Designed and delivered CPD training, embedding evidence-based teaching strategies.
  • Developed cross-school initiatives, increasing student participation and teacher collaboration.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Y5 Teacher & Digital Champion & Handwriting Lead

Woodland Academy Trust
, Bexley
09.2017 - 09.2018
  • Implemented engaging teaching strategies, leading to a 27% improvement in student outcomes.
  • Designed and led a school-wide handwriting programme, significantly improving writing fluency across all year groups.
  • Served as Digital Champion, enhancing student digital literacy and engagement by 8%.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Unqualified Teacher - School Direct (QTS Training)

Woodland Academy Trust
, BEX
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Taught across multiple year groups (Years 1, 2, 5, and 6), adapting instruction to support diverse learning needs and improve pupil academic and social outcomes.
  • Contributed to a 15% improvement in school results through innovative teaching strategies.

EYFS Teaching Assistant & SEND support

Woodland Academy Trust
, Bexley
10.2015 - 09.2016
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Provided specialist support for high-needs students (ADHD, ASD, Williams Syndrome), ensuring successful reintegration into mainstream learning.
  • Conducted GLD assessments with 80% accuracy, supporting data-driven interventions that improved EYFS outcomes.

Sales Office Manager

Vital Pet Group
, Bexley
06.2010 - 10.2015

Office Manager for a company with a £128m turnover, overseeing operational growth.

Human Resources Manager

Thistle Hotels
, Wiltshire
01.1999 - 10.2001
  • Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
  • Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management by conducting regular town hall meetings or roundtable discussions.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
  • Achieved ‘Investors in People’ accreditation 4 months ahead of target.
  • Achieved and maintained an 80% staff retention rate, significantly reducing attrition through effective employee engagement, training, and retention strategies

Retail Leadership

Jaeger
, London
01.1994 - 01.1999
  • Led high-performing retail teams, implementing customer experience strategies and operational efficiencies that enhanced sales performance and brand reputation.
  • Designed and executed staff development initiatives, improving employee engagement, retention and in-store productivity, contributing to a consistently low attrition rate.

Education

Master of Science - Education Leadership And Management

University of Roehampton
London
09.2021 - 06.2023

L7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship - Education Leadership And Management

Institute For Apprenticeships & Technical Ed (CMI)
London
11.2021 - 11.2023

Teaching

University of Greenwich
Greenwich
09.2015 - 07.2016

Skills

Strategic Curriculum Design, Development and Implementation

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Interests

Groups: Find Your Giant Community, Brain Expansion, The Emotional Intelligence Network, Education Beyond Borders, Data Science Community

Companies: Harvard Business Review, University of Oxford, Financial Times, Forbes, UoG, Ofsted, CMI, Jamf, DoE, TED Conferences, HMC, The future Leaders Trust, Sync, Vocean, OlexAI, European Leadership

John Amaechi OBE, Brene Brown, Simon Sinek

Quote

“A waterfall starts but with one drop, and look what becomes of that.”
Stephen Dorff - P.K.

Software

Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets

Arbor System

Microsoft Word / Google Docs

Microsoft PowerPoint / Google Slides / Canva

Trello / Teams

Google Workspace / OneDrive / SharePoint

AI & EdTech Tools

CPOMS / EduKey Provision Map

Microsoft Forms / Google Forms

Outlook / Gmail

ParentMail / ClassDojo

Social Media & Branding (FB, LinkedIn, Canva)

GDPR compliance tools (GDPRcouk)

Certification

QTS

Accomplishments

Highlights
Proven education leader with over a decade’s experience driving measurable improvement in behaviour, outcomes, and culture, transforming schools into environments where children navigate emotions, think critically, and build resilience for their future.

Accomplishments

  • Reduced behavioural incidents by 80% through adult-first leadership training
  • Raised KS2 outcomes by 15–20%
  • Improved teaching effectiveness by 20%
  • Led multi-school Ofsted readiness & culture change programmes
  • Delivered MAT-wide curriculum & AI integration strategy
  • Implemented restorative relationship policies across whole schools
  • Organised & led SATs, MTC, and PSC
  • Governor at Phoenix Primary, driving curriculum improvement

Timeline

Founder & CEO

Bridge & Bloom Ltd
07.2025 - Current

Governor

Phoenix Primary School
05.2025 - Current

Teaching & Learning Lead / Year 6 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
09.2024 - 03.2025

Key Stage 1 & Mathematics Lead | Year 3 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
01.2024 - 09.2024

Parental Engagement Lead | Year 5 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
09.2023 - 01.2024

KS1 Phase & Mathematics Lead & Year 2 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
09.2022 - 09.2023

L7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship - Education Leadership And Management

Institute For Apprenticeships & Technical Ed (CMI)
11.2021 - 11.2023

Master of Science - Education Leadership And Management

University of Roehampton
09.2021 - 06.2023

Year 2 Teacher & KS1 Phase & Mathematics Lead

Woodland Academy Trust
09.2020 - 09.2022

UKS2 Phase & Assessment Lead & Year 6 Teacher

Woodland Academy Trust
09.2019 - 09.2020

Y4 Teacher & Wider Leadership Champion

Woodland Academy Trust
09.2018 - 09.2019

Y5 Teacher & Digital Champion & Handwriting Lead

Woodland Academy Trust
09.2017 - 09.2018

Unqualified Teacher - School Direct (QTS Training)

Woodland Academy Trust
09.2016 - 09.2017

EYFS Teaching Assistant & SEND support

Woodland Academy Trust
10.2015 - 09.2016

Teaching

University of Greenwich
09.2015 - 07.2016

Sales Office Manager

Vital Pet Group
06.2010 - 10.2015

Human Resources Manager

Thistle Hotels
01.1999 - 10.2001

Retail Leadership

Jaeger
01.1994 - 01.1999
Sophie Moss, MSc CMgr FCMIFounder & CEO, Bridge & Bloom | Behaviour, Curriculum & AI Strategy Specialist | Developing Behavioural Navigators & Pedagogical Facilitators