Sampa Mulenga
Worksop,Nottinghamshire
Summary
A driven and aspiring individual with knack for clear communication and critical thinking, coupled with strong foundations in scientific principles and educational methodologies. Skilled in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering a collaborative learning environment. Poised to inspire and cultivate passion for science and technological development. Able to work under pressure and exceed key performance indicators.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teacher of Science
Les Varandes High School
St Peter Port, Guernsey
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Fostered enthusiasm for science by creating engaging lesson plans.
- Implemented differentiated learning techniques for improved student understanding.
- Increased student engagement with hands-on experiments.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities.
- Taught 120 students with 15% having SEN needs.
Teacher of Science
Net Teach Online School
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Promoted academic success amongst students by providing consistent feedback on their progress.
- Communicated effectively with parents about pupil's progress, challenges and achievements during parent-teacher meetings.
- Adapted teaching style based on unique needs of each learner, fostering improved comprehension levels.
- Implemented strategies to motivate underperforming students, resulting in increased participation during online sessions.
- Assisted learners in developing effective study routines which resulted in improved concentration during lessons.
- Created inclusive classroom environment that respected diversity and promoted mutual respect amongst students.
Teacher of Science
Aquinas Education
Nottingham, Nottingham
01.2018 - 07.2025
- Prepared engaging lesson plans for effective teaching.
- Developed differentiated instruction methods to cater for varying student needs and abilities.
- Encouraged student participation by creating lively and interactive teaching atmosphere.
Teacher of Science
PK Education
, Sheffield
01.2016 - 01.2018
Teacher of A level Chemistry
Barnsley College
Barnsley
09.2015 - 01.2016
Teacher of Science
Teachers UK
, Nottinghamshire
09.2011 - 07.2015
Teacher of English
Embassy Summer
London
06.2014 - 09.2014
Teacher of English
Embassy Summer
Sheffield
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Prepared students for standardised tests, contributing to their successful performance.
- Provided guidance and support to struggling students, leading to significant improvements in their grades.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for students' improved understanding of the English language.
- Supervised and participated in school activities enhancing community engagement and student involvement.
- Evaluated student progress by providing short quizzes, examinations and standardised tests.
- Engaged with students through conversational language, simplifying curriculum into relevant, understandable information.
- Highlighted importance of composition, grammar and sentence construction rules.
Teacher of Science
Simply Education
09.2010 - 09.2011
Teacher of Science
Lodge Park Technology College
, Northamptonshire
09.2009 - 07.2010
Teacher of Science
Balfor Education
, Derbyshire
09.2008 - 09.2009
Assistant in Hospital Pharmacy
Doncaster Royal Infirmiry
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
06.2005 - 01.2006
- Answered phone calls promptly, providing excellent customer service.
- Managed executives' schedules for improved daily workflow.
- Handled event logistics smoothly, ensuring successful company events.
- Handled confidential information, maintaining discretion and integrity.
- Worked in sterile preparation environment preparing post natal TPN bags.
- Adhered to QC procedures
- Participated in auditing of production workflow procedures
Logistics administrator
Innovate Logistics
Worksop, Nottinghamshire
07.2004 - 07.2005
- Negotiated shipping rates, reducing operational costs.
- Collaborated with sales team to manage product availability during peak periods.
- Organised training sessions for new employees on logistics protocols and procedures.
- Participated in logistics strategy meetings, offering insightful input.
- Resolved logistical issues promptly, minimising disruptions in operations.
- Managed transportation schedules to ensure prompt deliveries.
- Arranged necessary customs paperwork for international deliveries.
- Established good relationships with external transport providers.
- Improved inventory management with regular audits and stock updates.
- Liaised with warehouse staff for effective space utilisation.
- Tracked shipments using advanced logistics software tools.
- Maintained accurate records, ensuring transparency in processes.
- Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of goods.
- Audited inventory levels to facilitate restocking processes.
- Prevented compliance losses, maintaining records of shipments in accordance with internal and external auditing requirements.
- Resolved inventory discrepancies, minimising loss and maintaining account accuracy.
- Troubleshot and formulated strategies for logistical risks.
- Defined KPI targets to maintain solid standards of work in goods receiving team.
- Oversaw records covering purchasing transactions, distribution flow and stock storage.
- Used automatic tracking systems to keep computer system updated with goods movements and proactively place new orders at optimal times.
Laboratory technician
Retford Oaks Academy
East Retford, Nottinghamshire
09.2015 - 12.2015
- Maintained clean and hygienic work area, reducing risk of cross-contamination.
- Ensured safety protocols were strictly followed to maintain secure working environment.
- Performed regular maintenance on lab equipment, resulting in fewer operational disruptions.
Teacher of science in secondary schools
Zen Educate
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Fostered a stimulating learning environment by implementing engaging science experiments.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay abreast of latest educational trends.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for imparting practical scientific knowledge.
- Enhanced student understanding of complex scientific concepts with hands-on activities.
- Conducted regular assessment tests for gauging student progress.
- Encouraged the use of the scientific method, fostering critical thinking skills among students.
- Prepared students for GCSE exams, ensuring thorough understanding of syllabus content.
- Kept up-to-date records of pupil attendance, participation and achievement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochmeistry
University of Birmingham
Birmingham 09.2001 - 07.2004
PGCE - Science
Brunel Univeristy
Uxbridge, Hillingdon 09.2007 - 07.2008
Skills
- Science communication and Education
- Project management and implementation
- High level presentation skills to stakeholders and professional peers
- Inventory Management
- Problem solving and Critical thinking ability
- Teaching techniques
- Online assessment tools usage
- Statistical analysis
- Willingness to travel extensively
- Interactive classroom instruction
- Data collection and interpretation
- Current scientific research knowledge
- Methodical multitasker
- QTS holder
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher of science in secondary schools
Zen Educate
07.2024 - 07.2025
Teacher of Science
Les Varandes High School
03.2024 - 07.2024
Teacher of Science
Net Teach Online School
02.2024 - 07.2025
Teacher of Science
Aquinas Education
01.2018 - 07.2025
Teacher of Science
PK Education
01.2016 - 01.2018
Laboratory technician
Retford Oaks Academy
09.2015 - 12.2015
Teacher of A level Chemistry
Barnsley College
09.2015 - 01.2016
Teacher of English
Embassy Summer
06.2014 - 09.2014
Teacher of English
Embassy Summer
06.2012 - 09.2012
Teacher of Science
Teachers UK
09.2011 - 07.2015
Teacher of Science
Simply Education
09.2010 - 09.2011
Teacher of Science
Lodge Park Technology College
09.2009 - 07.2010
Teacher of Science
Balfor Education
09.2008 - 09.2009
PGCE - Science
Brunel Univeristy
09.2007 - 07.2008
Assistant in Hospital Pharmacy
Doncaster Royal Infirmiry
06.2005 - 01.2006
Logistics administrator
Innovate Logistics
07.2004 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Science - Biochmeistry
University of Birmingham
09.2001 - 07.2004
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