Sitingawawo Hazel Kambalame
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Developing Early Careers Teacher (ECT) with experience teaching and learning in secondary school setting through supply teaching and teacher training placements. Adaptable and professional, with experience working across different classroom environments and supporting student engagement and learning continuity. Developing classroom management and behaviour management skills through practical school-based experience and ongoing professional development. Committed to safeguarding student wellbeing and creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Supply Teacher
Agencies
2021.09 - Current
- Supervised and supported classes of 25–30 students in absence of regular teacher, ensuring continuity of learning and adherence to lesson plans.
- Created conducive learning environment while managing challenging behaviours, enhancing student engagement and participation.
- Encouraged positive behaviour among students through effective communication, fostering respectful classroom atmosphere.
- Assisted with classroom management challenges.
- Supported special needs students by delivering tailored individual instruction.
- Documented student performance, attendance, and behaviour accurately.
- Implemented school policies and procedures within classroom environment.
- Communicated relevant information to designated child protection officer regarding suspected abuse disclosures.
- Ensured compliance with data protection legislation and reported potential data breaches.
- Integrated technology into lessons, contributing to modernised instruction methods.
PGCE Trainee Teacher
The Crest Academy
London, Barnet
2021.03 - 2021.07
- Collaborated in developing lesson plans and educational resources for daily instruction, supporting engaging and well-structured classroom delivery.
- Recorded and monitored behaviour, attendance, and academic progress for 30+ students, enabling targeted support and informed teaching strategies.
- Observed lessons delivered by experienced teachers and applied effective instructional techniques to improve student engagement and classroom management.
- Fostered positive learning environment by implementing creative teaching strategies.
- Demonstrated patience whilst addressing behavioural issues among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues for development of effective lesson plans.
PGCE Trainee Teacher
Salvatorian College
London, Barnet
2020.11 - 2021.03
- Assisted in preparing lesson plans and learning materials for 5+ weekly lessons, improving lesson flow and student engagement.
- Maintained behaviour, attendance, and academic records for 30+ students, supporting targeted interventions and personalised learning strategies.
Administrator
Estates & Management
London
2019.07 - 2020.02
- Handled 20+ incoming calls daily, resolving customer inquiries efficiently and improving overall satisfaction.
- Streamlined telephone transaction processes, reducing wait times and ensuring prompt and accurate service delivery.
- Entered and verified high volumes of data from paper documents into digital databases, maintaining accuracy and data integrity.
Administrator/Receptionist
Bupa Heathgrove Lodge Care Home
London, Barnet
2012.06 - 2019.07
- Managed reception operations, handling 20+ incoming calls daily and directing enquiries to appropriate departments.
- Assisted visitors and callers with in-person and telephone enquiries, improving service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Supported administrative operations by processing staff contracts and payroll information for new starters and leavers, maintaining accurate personnel records.
- Organised and maintained filing systems for hundreds of documents, ensuring quick retrieval and data confidentiality.
- Executed finance duties including payroll processing and invoicing, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
- Processed banking tasks, allocated receipts, and managed petty cash, maintaining financial accuracy and audit readiness.
- Safeguarded residents' funds and managed facility-held monies, ensuring accountability and compliance with financial controls.
- Maintained compliance with operational and financial procedures by preparing reports and liaising with management.
- Followed health, safety, and welfare regulations to support safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
- Safeguarded funds held by care home on behalf of residents and managed additional funds raised or held by facility.
- Ensured compliance with standard operating and financial procedures by reporting to management.
- Adhered to health & safety and welfare guidelines.
Administrative Assistant - Intern
Axis Security
London
2012.02 - 2012.06
- Streamlined onboarding for new employees by efficiently processing paperwork for 10–15 new starters monthly, ensuring timely payroll setup and compliance.
- Assisted with reception duties by transferring 20+ calls daily and scheduling appointments, supporting smooth front-desk operations.
- Ensured compliance with internal company policies and regulations by completing daily administrative tasks accurately and maintaining 100% audit-ready documentation.
Cashier
Burger King
London, Barnet
2009.06 - 2009.08
- Processed customer purchases using cash register, completing 100–150 transactions per shift across cash, card, and contactless payments with high accuracy.
- Verified cash drawer totals and prepared float at shift start, maintaining 100% till accuracy and sufficient change for daily operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of checkout areas, supporting safe and welcoming environment for hundreds of daily customers.
- Monitored daily stock levels and reported shortages, helping maintain consistent product availability and minimise out-of-stock items.
- Restocked shelves and rotated merchandise, replenishing 50+ items per shift to support store presentation and customer access.
Cashier/Waitress/Customer Assistant
Nandos Chicken Land
London, Barnet
2008.02 - 2008.09
- Operated cash register to process customer payments efficiently, completing 100–150 transactions per shift across cash, cheque, card, gift card, and debit methods with high accuracy.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout areas — including counters, registers, windowsills, and floors — supporting safe, hygienic environment for hundreds of daily customers.
- Monitored daily inventory levels and reported shortages, helping ensure consistent product availability and minimise out-of-stock items.
- Restocked shelves and rotated merchandise, replenishing 50+ items per shift to maintain store presentation and customer access.
- Counted and verified cash drawer at shift start, maintaining 100% till accuracy and ensuring adequate float for daily operations.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Accounting & Finance
Birmingham University
Birmingham 09/2008 - 06/2011
GCE Advanced Level - Barnet
Barnet College
London 09/2005 - 06/2007
PGCE - Secondary School Mathematics
London Metropolitan University
London 09/2020 - 06/2021
Skills
- Interactive lesson design
- Embracing innovative teaching methods
- Effective communication skills
- Collaborative teamwork with educators
- Problem-solving in education
- Technology integration for teaching
- Classroom management
REFERENCES
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supply Teacher
Agencies
2021.09 - Current
PGCE Trainee Teacher
The Crest Academy
2021.03 - 2021.07
PGCE Trainee Teacher
Salvatorian College
2020.11 - 2021.03
Administrator
Estates & Management
2019.07 - 2020.02
Administrator/Receptionist
Bupa Heathgrove Lodge Care Home
2012.06 - 2019.07
Administrative Assistant - Intern
Axis Security
2012.02 - 2012.06
Cashier
Burger King
2009.06 - 2009.08
Cashier/Waitress/Customer Assistant
Nandos Chicken Land
2008.02 - 2008.09
BSc (Hons) - Accounting & Finance
Birmingham University
09/2008 - 06/2011
GCE Advanced Level - Barnet
Barnet College
09/2005 - 06/2007
PGCE - Secondary School Mathematics
London Metropolitan University
09/2020 - 06/2021