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Overview
Work history
Education
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Affiliations
Certification
Languages
References
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Stephanie Burgess Flux

Stephanie Burgess Flux

Cowes,United Kingdom

Summary

Practising Christian; Lay Worship Leader and Preacher enjoying personal growth in faith and confident to share with others.

Dedicated educator with nearly 25 years of experience in diverse teaching environments, demonstrating strong leadership in curriculum development and extracurricular activities.

Successful in leading initiatives that enhance student engagement in school and community involvement further afield.

Demonstrated success in project planning and budget management through Parish Council work and charity events.

Active parish councillor since May 2021, effectively advocating for local improvements, resulting in significant community engagement.

Established and led charity events, raising over £20,000 for Teenage Cancer Trust, showcasing exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Teacher in charge of Languages

Ryde School with Upper Chine
Ryde, UK
01.2008 - Current
  • Year 6 Form Tutor and teacher of Spanish, Latin, and French from Reception to Year 8.
  • Liaising with colleagues from Early Years to GCSE, ensuring continuity in language provision.
  • Developed, resourced, and reviewed curriculum alongside assessment tools.
  • Organise overseas residential trips to Spain for immersive language experiences.
  • Produced end-of-year musicals and functions, celebrating Year 6 leavers.
  • Coordinate and deliver assemblies focused on Christian themes and festivals.
  • Support the Chaplain in facilitating Junior Alpha course within Senior School.

Chair of Parish Council

Northwood Parish Council
Northwood, Cowes, Isle of Wight
05.2021 - 06.2025
  • Initiated and led Pedestrian Safety Working Party, lobbying IOW Council to improve community safety.
  • Co-led organising committee for annual Village Day ensuring successful execution.
  • Member of Planning Committee to consider and respond to planning applications and how they impact our village.
  • Participate in Projects Working Group, driving community projects' development and implementation.
  • Established and manage weekly Warm Space, fostering community engagement and working with outside agencies.
  • Liaised with various agencies including schools, Citizens Advice, and Community Action for resource signposting.
  • Maintain social media presence to connect with public effectively.
  • Produce and distribute literature on behalf of parish council, sharing vital information.

Co-Founder and Committee Lead

Mad Hatters' Balls Committee
, Isle of Wight
09.2018 - Current
  • Planning and hosting charity balls, generating over £20,000 in charitable income so far.
  • Coordinated venues, caterers, entertainment, decorators, photographers, and auctioneers.
  • Collaborated with providers to execute themed events such as Alice in Wonderland and Neverland.
  • Trained actors for character portrayal and assistance with raffle and auction activities.
  • Negotiated service discounts from companies to benefit the charity.
  • Sourced high-quality raffle and auction prizes from reputable vendors.
  • Selected wine and menu options to align with event themes while ensuring profit margins.
  • Managed marketing efforts, ticket sales, and seating arrangements.

Special Projects & Temporary Operations Lead

All Saints Church, Ryde
Ryde, Isle of Wight
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Established and managed office environments, optimising furniture, resources, connectivity, and decor.
  • Advertised available office spaces to attract new tenants.
  • Reviewed and edited policies, procedures, and proformas to ensure clarity and compliance.
  • Conducted health and safety audits, performed risk assessments, liaised with external advisors, and implemented compliance measures.
  • Participated in strategic planning for vision of All Saints Church, Ryde Plurality.
  • Advised Children and Families Lead on safeguarding protocols and activity planning.
  • Supported Team Rector in managing team dynamics and fostering effective collaboration.

Chair

Isle of Wight Liberal Democrats
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Chaired meetings, including AGM, to decide policies and objectives.
  • Coordinated by-election campaign through leaflet distribution and public canvassing.
  • Engaged with local media outlets via interviews to raise awareness of key issues.
  • Produced literature, press releases, and social media content to promote party and candidates and policy issues.
  • Instigated and hosted monthly social events to engage membership and invite new members.
  • Liaised with Lib Dem HQ on national and local matters for strategic guidance.

Curriculum coordinator for PSHCE

Mayfield C of E Middle School
Ryde, Isle of Wight
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Organised enrichment days, including careers fairs and workshops on stress management and CV writing.
  • Compiled evidence and maintained Gifted and Talented database for tracking student progress.

St Martin's C of E Junior School
01.2000 - 01.2006

Teaching Student

Ripon, N. Yorks
Ripon, UK
01.1996 - 01.2000

Volunteer Teacher

Rubiriizi Secondary School
Rubiriizi
01.1996 - 08.1996

Education

GCSE - Spanish

Ryde School with Upper Chine
Ryde
09.2015 - 08.2016

Super Intensive Spanish Courses - Spanish

Don Quijote School
07.2014 - 07.2015

BA (Hons) QTS - French

University College of Ripon and York St John
09.1996 - 07.2000

Skills

  • Christian with service-oriented mindset
  • Personable and charismatic
  • Intrinsically self-motivated and organised
  • Resourceful, proactive and reliable
  • Creative, adaptable and resilient
  • Literate, articulate and a confident orator
  • Persuasive and determined communicator
  • People management across all ages
  • Educator and lifelong learner
  • IT literate

Affiliations

  • Sailing
  • Gardening
  • Walking
  • Sewing

Certification

Diocese of Portsmouth

September - November 2024

  • Lay Worship Preacher

April - May 2024

  • Lay Worship Leader

July 2024

  • Local Leadership & PTO Training (Safeguarding)


Diocese of Bath & Wells

October 2024 - March 2025

  • Exploring Chaplaincy


TES

November 2024

  • Prevent Duty
  • Safeguarding Young People
  • Health & Safety in Education: Staff Awareness

December 2024

  • A Guide to UK Data Protection
  • Equality & Diversity
  • Mental Wellbeing in Children and Young People


iHASCO

February 2024

  • Safeguarding Children, L2
  • Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

November 2023

  • Food Safety & Hygiene, L2

October 2023

  • Fire Awareness

June 2023

  • Keeping Children Safe in Education, Part 1


Church of England Safeguarding Team

June '23

  • Foundations

April '23

  • Basic Awareness


Graydin

February 2020

  • The Anatomy: Foundational Coaching Course

Languages

French
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary
Latin
Elementary

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Projects & Temporary Operations Lead

All Saints Church, Ryde
07.2024 - 08.2024

Chair of Parish Council

Northwood Parish Council
05.2021 - 06.2025

Chair

Isle of Wight Liberal Democrats
01.2021 - 01.2023

Co-Founder and Committee Lead

Mad Hatters' Balls Committee
09.2018 - Current

GCSE - Spanish

Ryde School with Upper Chine
09.2015 - 08.2016

Super Intensive Spanish Courses - Spanish

Don Quijote School
07.2014 - 07.2015

Teacher in charge of Languages

Ryde School with Upper Chine
01.2008 - Current

Curriculum coordinator for PSHCE

Mayfield C of E Middle School
01.2006 - 01.2008

St Martin's C of E Junior School
01.2000 - 01.2006

BA (Hons) QTS - French

University College of Ripon and York St John
09.1996 - 07.2000

Teaching Student

Ripon, N. Yorks
01.1996 - 01.2000

Volunteer Teacher

Rubiriizi Secondary School
01.1996 - 08.1996

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