Sonia Pope
Leicester ,Leicestershire
Summary
Dedicated DSL with extensive expertise in safeguarding practices, demonstrating strong leadership and supervision skills within the DDSL team. Proficient in pastoral care and training, with enhanced organisational and communication abilities. Skilled in delivering CPD and managing time effectively, committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Deputy Head of School and DSL
Wreake Valley Academy
Syston, Leicester , Leicestershire
2022.08 - Current
- Named DSL for a school of 1200 students age range 11 - 18.
- Responsible for strategic leadership of safeguarding, behaviour, attendance and welfare.
- Provided pastoral care and support to students, promoting wellbeing and personal development
- Provided strategic leadership and direction to school, supporting Headteacher in achieving school's vision and goals.
- Formulate and implement polices
- Work with external agencies
- Accountable for quality assurance.
- Deliver CPD and support to a large team of staff.
Head of Leadership Development
The Roundhill Academy
Thurmaston , leicester , Leicestershire
2021.09 - 2022.08
- Supported training and development of Middle leaders across two secondary schools.
- Delivered CPD
- Took active part in quality assurance processes
Head of Humanities Faculty
The Roundhill Academy
Thurmaston, Leicester , Leicestershire
2011.08 - 2021.08
- Led curriculum development and strategic development of a large department
- Managed a team of staff
- Monitored and improved outcomes for young people
- Quality Assurance
- Provided Training and CPD
Assistant Principal
The Roundhill Academy
Thurmaston , leicester , Leicestershire
2008.08 - 2011.08
Strategically leading on pastoral care and behaviour in a secondary setting
Providing CPD
Line managing departments
Head of Year and Teacher
Ibstock Community College
Ibstock , Leicestershire
2002.08 - 2008.08
Led the pastoral care of a year group.
Teacher of Humanities
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Derby
Derby 2001.08 - 2002.07
A levels - Education
Lodge Park School
Corby, NorthamptonshireGCSE - Education
Lodge Park School
Corby, NorthamptonshireSkills
Experienced DSL with considerable experience in effective Safeguarding Practices
Leadership skills
Supervision Skills for DDSL team
Pastoral skills and training
Enhanced organisational skills
Enhanced communication skills
Ability to deliver CPD
Effective time management
Timeline
Deputy Head of School and DSL
Wreake Valley Academy
2022.08 - Current
Head of Leadership Development
The Roundhill Academy
2021.09 - 2022.08
Head of Humanities Faculty
The Roundhill Academy
2011.08 - 2021.08
Assistant Principal
The Roundhill Academy
2008.08 - 2011.08
Head of Year and Teacher
Ibstock Community College
2002.08 - 2008.08
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Derby
2001.08 - 2002.07
A levels - Education
Lodge Park School
GCSE - Education
Lodge Park School