Sheila Buckley
Chiddingfold ,Surrey
Summary
Inspirational leader with proven track record in fostering academic excellence and nurturing positive school environments. Skilled in curriculum development and staff mentorship, with focus on collaborative and inclusive education. Committed to driving student success and school improvement. Many transferrable skills for various work sectors.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Headteacher
The Good Shepherd Trust
Guildford , Surrey
09.2001 - 12.2024
- Enhanced school reputation by implementing innovative educational strategies.
- Developed a culture of continuous learning for staff development.
- Achieved higher student satisfaction with the introduction of extracurricular activities.
- Organised teacher training workshops to improve teaching methodologies.
- Managed school budget efficiently, ensuring optimal use of resources.
- Implemented new curriculum guidelines for better academic performance.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication and meetings.
- Led school-wide initiatives, promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
- Collaborated with local community organisations for student enrichment programmes.
- Established high expectations for staff, fostering a professional teaching environment.
Class Teacher
Westminster City Council
London , Greater London
01.1998 - 07.2001
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum.
- Fostered positive learning environment by maintaining strong classroom discipline.
- Adapted teaching methods for diverse student needs and abilities.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues to plan school events and projects.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.
- Organised weekly assessments to evaluate students' understanding of topics taught.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
- Promoted inclusion within the classroom, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.
- Maintained up-to-date records of each student's academic progress and attendance.
- Participated actively in staff development training programmes and workshops.
- Assisted in organising school trips, providing pupils with enriching experiences outside the classroom.
- Coordinated with special education professionals for developing individualised education plans.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Special Needs - Education
University of Chichester
Chichester 09.2014 - 08.2015
PGCE - Education
St Mary's University, Twickenham
Twickenham 09.1996 - 06.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Literature and History
University of Ulster, Jordanstown
Jordanstown, Antrim and Newtownabbey 09.1991 - 06.1994
A-Levels - History and English Literature
Belfast Technology College
Belfast, County Antrim 09.1990 - 06.1991
Skills
- School culture building
- Educational policy understanding
- Experience with behavioural policies
- Experience with inspection procedures
- Collaborative networking
- Child safeguarding awareness
- Strategic visioning
- Knowledge of ofsted regulations
- Resilience and perseverance
- Financial budgeting
- Inclusive education knowledge
- Recruitment and hiring
- Curriculum Development
- Improvement planning
- School policy development
- Leadership expertise
- Teaching strategies
- Staff motivation
- School development strategies
- SEN expertise
- Student safeguarding
- Parent-teacher communication
- Statutory compliance
- Staffing
- Written and verbal communication
- Community partnership building
- Staff leadership
Affiliations
- Running, walking, pilates, theatre and concert trips and travelling to new cities.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Post Graduate Certificate in Special Needs - Education
University of Chichester
09.2014 - 08.2015
Headteacher
The Good Shepherd Trust
09.2001 - 12.2024
Class Teacher
Westminster City Council
01.1998 - 07.2001
PGCE - Education
St Mary's University, Twickenham
09.1996 - 06.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Literature and History
University of Ulster, Jordanstown
09.1991 - 06.1994
A-Levels - History and English Literature
Belfast Technology College
09.1990 - 06.1991
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