Sarah Adlington
Withnell,Lancashire
Summary
An experienced professional currently working in a teaching role, with over 10 years’ experience in leadership, organisation, communication, and people development. With a strong background in planning, coordination, performance monitoring, and team support, I am seeking opportunities in and beyond the education sector where my transferable skills can add value. Approachable, adaptable, and reliable, I work well as part of a team and take pride in managing responsibilities effectively while contributing positively to organisational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Class Teacher – Year 5
St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School
Preston
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Science Subject Leader, responsible for leading science across the school
- Planning, delivery and assessment of high-quality lessons
- Monitoring standards and supporting colleagues
- Maintaining high expectations for behaviour and learning
Class Teacher – Year 4
Coppull Primary School
Coppull
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Subject Leader for Modern Foreign Languages and Design & Technology
- High-quality provision through effective planning and assessment
Class Teacher – Year 5
St Bede’s Catholic Primary School
Leyland
01.2024 - 02.2025
- High-quality provision through effective planning and assessment
- Strong behaviour management and pupil engagement
Class Teacher – Year 5 / KS2 PPA
Seven Stars Primary School
Leyland
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Teaching across KS2 and adapting provision to different year groups
Assistant Headteacher / Class Teacher – Year 1
St Mary’s RC Primary School
Leyland
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Member of the Senior Leadership Team
- Key role in successful OFSTED inspection (Good)
- Led staff training, mentoring, and internal monitoring
- Subject leadership: Maths (Mastery), English, RE and RSE
Class Teacher – Years 3 & 4
St Mary’s RC Primary School
Leyland
09.2015 - 04.2018
- PE Subject Leader and PE Premium management
- Achieved Bronze and Silver School Games Marks
- Organised competitions, clubs, and residential trips
Class Teacher (NQT) – Years 3 & 4
Our Lady and St Gerard’s RC Primary School
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Successfully completed NQT year
- Led assemblies, concerts, and parent meetings
Education
BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS -
Edge Hill University
Foundation Degree - Teaching, Learning and Mentoring Practice
Edge Hill University
Level 2 Teaching Assistant - undefined
Accrington and Rossendale College
BTEC National Diploma - Sports and Leisure Management
Hopwood Hall College
GCSEs - undefined
St Cuthbert’s RC High School
Skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Calm under pressure
- Team building
- Leadership
REFERENCES
Available on request
Accomplishments
- 85%+ of pupils achieving expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths
- 94% achieving expected standard in Reading; 42% at greater depth
- Recognised for outstanding practice by external advisors
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Catholic Middle Leadership Programme
- Maths Mastery – North West Maths Hub
- RE Subject Leadership – Liverpool Diocese
- Mentor for PGCE, NQT and ECT staff
Timeline
Class Teacher – Year 5
St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School
09.2025 - 01.2026
Class Teacher – Year 4
Coppull Primary School
02.2025 - 09.2025
Class Teacher – Year 5
St Bede’s Catholic Primary School
01.2024 - 02.2025
Class Teacher – Year 5 / KS2 PPA
Seven Stars Primary School
09.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant Headteacher / Class Teacher – Year 1
St Mary’s RC Primary School
04.2018 - 04.2021
Class Teacher – Years 3 & 4
St Mary’s RC Primary School
09.2015 - 04.2018
Class Teacher (NQT) – Years 3 & 4
Our Lady and St Gerard’s RC Primary School
09.2014 - 08.2015
Level 2 Teaching Assistant - undefined
Accrington and Rossendale College
BTEC National Diploma - Sports and Leisure Management
Hopwood Hall College
GCSEs - undefined
St Cuthbert’s RC High School
BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS -
Edge Hill University
Foundation Degree - Teaching, Learning and Mentoring Practice
Edge Hill University