Shamim Leila Marsh
Watford,Hertfordshire
Summary
Inspiring class teacher, mentor and Key Stage leader with 15 years of experience providing exceptional levels of education, support and safeguarding for students and colleagues whilst embracing a holistic approach which prioritises wellbeing. Adept in improving engagement and results through developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Ability to establish cooperative, professional relationships with parents, colleagues and external agencies. Passionate in the pursuit of positive pupil outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Class Teacher, Head
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Bushey
2020.11 - Current
- Of Key Stage One;
- Senior Leadership Team, I work in a mainstream primary school teaching children with a range of needs and abilities, such as those with English as an additional language, children suffering from trauma or with social and emotional needs, and children who are working significantly above age related expectations
- The role means that I need to be extremely well planned, organised and resourced, and also able to be adaptable and flexible due to the unpredictability of the job and scenarios which occur
- As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, I know the importance of clear communication among staff members
- I am involved in key decision making as part of our School Improvement Plan, policy making, training and guiding my team
- I have mentored two Early Career Teachers and have coached several student teachers on their placements
- Within these roles I give direction, advice and pastoral support.
Supply Teacher
Protocol Education and Headline
Watford
2018.07 - 2020.10
- I taught all year groups, from Nursery to Year 6, including long term supply positions in Reception and Year 6.
Learning Support Assistant
Cassiobury Junior School
Watford
2015.09 - 2018.07
- In a junior school where I ran Read Write Inc booster groups
- This involved planning, preparing, delivering sessions, marking, assessment, evaluating and report writing
- I worked alongside class teachers supporting students and also taught classes during teacher absence.
Teaching Assistant
Cassiobury Infant and Nursery School
Watford
2013.05 - 2015.07
- I worked as a one to one Learning Support Assistant (Reception to Year 2) to a child with SEN and SEMH difficulties
- I supported her academically but also with developing social skills including how to interact with others
- I also ran a lunchtime nurture group.
Playskill
2005.09 - 2013.05
- Raising my two children.
Parkgate Junior School
2010.09 - 2012.07
- I volunteered as a parent support worker for Playskill which is a charity that supports children with physical delays and disabilities and their families.
PPA Cover
2006.09 - 2007.07
Class Teacher
Parkgate Junior School
Watford
2004.01 - 2005.08
Class Teacher
Spring Lane Primary School
Northampton
2001.09 - 2004.01
Class Teacher
Orchard Primary School
Watford
1999.09 - 2001.08
EFL Teacher
PGCE, University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield
1998.09 - 1999.07
EFL Teacher
International
Prague
1996.09 - 1998.08
International House
Katowice
1995.11 - 1996.08
- Travelling and temporary office work
Education
PGCE -
Certificate of Teaching English as a Foreign Language in English language teaching - undefined
Biology (C), Mathematics (C), Physics (D)
BSc (Hons) - Environmental Studies
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Mathematics (B), English Literature (A), English Language (B), Biology (B), Chemistry (C), Physics (B), French (C), British Industrial Society (B)
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Skills
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Adaptable and flexible
- Patient and calm
- Problem solving
- Experience with special-needs students
- Kind and empathetic educator and leader
- Effective time management
- Student records management
- Expert multitasker
- Attention to detail
- Computer Skills
- Empathy
- Sense of humour
- Curriculum development
- Strong collaborator
- Self-motivated
- Purposeful lesson planning
- Detailed instruction
Certification
Anna Freud Senior Mental Health Lead Training
NQT training from Best Practice Network
Hertfordshire Steps (Behaviour Management)
Prevent
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Read Write Inc phonics training
Protective Behaviours
Interests
HOBBIES
, Keeping fit
Watching football
Walking our dog
Going to the theatre
Family time
Timeline
Class Teacher, Head - Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
2020.11 - Current
Supply Teacher - Protocol Education and Headline
2018.07 - 2020.10
Learning Support Assistant - Cassiobury Junior School
2015.09 - 2018.07
Teaching Assistant - Cassiobury Infant and Nursery School
2013.05 - 2015.07
- Parkgate Junior School
2010.09 - 2012.07
- PPA Cover
2006.09 - 2007.07
- Playskill
2005.09 - 2013.05
Class Teacher - Parkgate Junior School
2004.01 - 2005.08
Class Teacher - Spring Lane Primary School
2001.09 - 2004.01
Class Teacher - Orchard Primary School
1999.09 - 2001.08
EFL Teacher - PGCE, University of Hertfordshire
1998.09 - 1999.07
EFL Teacher - International
1996.09 - 1998.08
- International House
1995.11 - 1996.08
University of Hertfordshire - PGCE,
University of Hertfordshire - Certificate of Teaching English as a Foreign Language in English language teaching,
International House - BSc (Hons), Environmental Studies
Southgate Secondary School - ,