Talented teaching professional with leadership experience as Acting Headteacher in an educational setting. Enhances learning outcomes through constructive performance management. Leads by example to develop dedicated, motivated teaching teams.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
Deputy head teacher
Eastern Primary School
Neath, Neath Port Talbot
04.2009 - 04.2025
School Improvement: Provided constructive feedback and support to teachers, resulting in comprehensive school improvement and alignment with ESTYN recommendations.
Teaching and Learning: Implemented effective teaching strategies, which were commended by ESTYN, and spearheaded the development of assessment-driven learning.
Curriculum and Development: Led the revision of the curriculum, enhancing teacher planning and delivery, and resulting in improved pupil outcomes, particularly in literacy.
Acting head teacher
Eastern Primary School
Neath, Neath Port Talbot
09.2017 - 08.2019
Leadership and Management: Cultivated a conducive learning environment by expanding extracurricular activities and effectively managing the school budget.
Student Support and Development: Implemented a monitoring system for vulnerable pupils, enhanced literacy levels, and championed digital literacy.
School Improvement and Communication: Spearheaded transformative teaching methodologies, maintained open communication with parents, and conducted data analysis for school improvement.
Curriculum Developer - Biodiversity
Neath Port Talbot Biodiversity
Neath, Neath Port Talbot
10.2008 - 06.2009
Curriculum Development: Developed innovative curriculum materials to enhance student engagement.
Collaboration: Collaborated with the Neath Port Talbot Biological Diversity team and subject matter experts.
Lesson Plan: Customised lesson plans aligned with Key Stage requirements.
Class Teacher
Gnoll Primary School
Neath, Neath Port Talbot
09.1998 - 04.2009
Classroom Management: Championed inclusivity and fostered a positive learning environment.
Teaching Methodology: Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse student needs and abilities.
Curriculum and Instruction: Developed engaging lesson plans that align with the national curriculum.
Education
National Professional Qualification for Headship - Education
Education Workforce Council
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
08.2016
Graduate Diploma in Professional Development - Education
Swansea Institute of Higher Education
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
08.2007
Education PGCE - Education
Abersytwyth University
Aberystwyth, Ceredigion
09/1996 - 07/1997
Bachelor of Arts - Interactive Systems Design
Staffordshire University
Stoke-on-Trent
09/1993 - 08/1996
Skills
Knowledge of national curriculum
Personalised learning support
Relationship building with students and all stakeholders
Student assessment techniques
Educational innovation
Technology integration
Advanced IT literacy
Creative lesson planning
Strategic visioning
Performance Management
Timeline
Acting head teacher
Eastern Primary School
09.2017 - 08.2019
Deputy head teacher
Eastern Primary School
04.2009 - 04.2025
Curriculum Developer - Biodiversity
Neath Port Talbot Biodiversity
10.2008 - 06.2009
Class Teacher
Gnoll Primary School
09.1998 - 04.2009
National Professional Qualification for Headship - Education
Education Workforce Council
Graduate Diploma in Professional Development - Education