Sarah Bridget Jones
Claygate,Surrey
Summary
Dedicated education professional specialising in early years education policy for KS1 and KS2. Proven expertise in policy analysis, with strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated project management capabilities and meticulous attention to detail. Committed to fostering equity and inclusion through effective stakeholder relationships and advocacy.
Dedicated leader, highly effective in undertaking policy and data management tasks. Manages complex data with excellent organisation. Motivated to achieve outstanding success through prompt communication and helpful approach.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Middle Management Leader, Maths Leader, PSHE & School Council Lead, Teacher
Archdeacon Cambridge’s CE Primary School
Twickenham
2020.09 - 2026.05
- Attending Senior Middle Leadership meetings, aiming for excellence in teaching and learning across school.
- Supported implementation of NCETM maths mastery structures across Early Years, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2.
- Assisted in monitoring teaching quality and provided guidance across whole school.
- Facilitated pupil voice assemblies and school council initiatives as part of PSHE and school council lead role.
- Aided in updating and implementing new PSHE policy from Early Years to Key Stage 2.
- Contributed to updating school policies, including behaviour policy, to integrate trauma awareness training.
Acting Deputy Headteacher
Archdeacon Cambridge’s CE Primary School
Twickenham
2024.10 - 2025.02
- Facilitated strategic leadership alongside acting headteacher to enhance school initiatives. Oversaw implementation and evaluation of whole-school policies and projects in line with development objectives. Cultivated supportive environment for colleagues by offering constructive feedback and advice.
Early Years and Key Stage 1 Coordinator, Member of the Middle Management Team, Year 1 Teacher, Early Reading and Phonics Lead
St. Mary Magdalen’s Primary School
MORTLAKE
2018.09 - 2020.08
- Early Years and Key Stage 1 Coordinator: leading EYFS and KS1 team with considerable collaboration across departments for strategic planning purposes.
- Conducted research to support decision-making processes.
- Streamlined team communication by implementing effective coordination strategies.
- Coordinated project tasks for successful and timely completion.
- Coordinated staff training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge base.
- Build and maintained strong relationships with partners and key stakeholders.
- Roles held: Member of Middle Management Team, EYFS and KS1 Leader, Home-School Online Learning Lead, Computing Lead, Year 1 Teacher, Early Reading and Phonics Lead
- Translated senior management directives into actionable policies in KS1 and implemented changes with staff.
Lower KS2 Coordinator, SENDCO, Inclusion and EAL Lead (2009-2013), Deputy Safeguarding Lead. Member of SMT, Year 4 Teacher (Interim SENDCO from Spring Term 2018), Humanities Lead, Year 1 Teacher, Computing Lead, Reception Teacher and First Holy Communion Teacher
St. Osmund’s Catholic Primary School
BARNES
2007.01 - 2018.08
- Roles held: Lower KS2 Coordinator, SENDCO, Inclusion and EAL Lead (2009-2013), Deputy Safeguarding Lead.
- Roles held: Member of Senior Management Team, Year 4 Teacher (Interim SENDCO from Spring Term 2018), Humanities Lead,
- Year 1 Teacher, Computing Lead, Reception Teacher.
- 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.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Year 3 Teacher, Geography Lead and First Holy Communion Teacher.
St. Pauls’ Catholic Primary School
Thames Ditton
2004.09 - 2006.09
- Teacher and Geography Lead
- Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
Education
BA Hons - Geography with Qualified Teaching Status (QTS)
St. Mary’s University
Twickenham, Middlesex 2000.09 - 2004.07
Skills
- Commitment to education mission
- Education policy expertise for Early Years, KS1 and KS2
- Good policy analysis skills
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Collaborative and pragmatic approach
- Attention to detail
- Project management skills
- Relationship building with stakeholders
- Advocacy for equity and inclusion
- Expertise in e-learning platforms
Certification
- DfE Registration Number: 03/61835
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) awarded: July 2004
Professional Development:
- Deputy Headteacher Local Authority Meetings, London Borough Richmond Upon Thames, Various date – Autumn 2024 and Spring 2025
- Trauma Aware School Training – linked closely with Zones of Regulation, Link Educational Psychologist, Inset March 2025
- NCETM Hub Training as Maths Lead, NCETM SouthWest London Hub, Six dates across 2023/2024/2025/2026
Affiliations
- Gardening, pilates and avid rugby fan.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Acting Deputy Headteacher
Archdeacon Cambridge’s CE Primary School
2024.10 - 2025.02
Middle Management Leader, Maths Leader, PSHE & School Council Lead, Teacher
Archdeacon Cambridge’s CE Primary School
2020.09 - 2026.05
Early Years and Key Stage 1 Coordinator, Member of the Middle Management Team, Year 1 Teacher, Early Reading and Phonics Lead
St. Mary Magdalen’s Primary School
2018.09 - 2020.08
Lower KS2 Coordinator, SENDCO, Inclusion and EAL Lead (2009-2013), Deputy Safeguarding Lead. Member of SMT, Year 4 Teacher (Interim SENDCO from Spring Term 2018), Humanities Lead, Year 1 Teacher, Computing Lead, Reception Teacher and First Holy Communion Teacher
St. Osmund’s Catholic Primary School
2007.01 - 2018.08
Year 3 Teacher, Geography Lead and First Holy Communion Teacher.
St. Pauls’ Catholic Primary School
2004.09 - 2006.09
BA Hons - Geography with Qualified Teaching Status (QTS)
St. Mary’s University
2000.09 - 2004.07