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Stuart Hodgson

Stuart Hodgson

Manchester,Manchester

Summary

Highly experienced and adaptable professional with over 27 years in teaching and school leadership, including nearly a decade as Headteacher of an infant school in Greater Manchester. Passionate about supporting young learners (ages 3–11). Brings a calm, nurturing presence, strong classroom management, and deep curriculum knowledge across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Currently awaiting results for an MSc in Psychology, beginning part-time Child Counselling training with Place2Be from September. Returning to the classroom through supply teaching—offering schools a flexible, enthusiastic and highly skilled practitioner committed to children's learning and wellbeing.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder & Tutor – Inspiring Minds Tuition

Self-Employed
Altrincham, Trafford
09.2023 - Current
  • Provide personalised 1:1 tutoring for primary-aged children, with focus on English and Mathematics
  • Design and deliver engaging, targeted lessons to build pupil confidence and close learning gaps
  • Communicate closely with parents/ carers to track and celebrate progress
  • Quickly engage with new pupils and adapt to new environments

Head teacher

Trafford Council
Sale, Trafford
09.2014 - 08.2023
  • Led a thriving infant school, driving continuous improvement across teaching, learning, and pastoral care
  • Created an inclusive, child-centred ethos with strong safeguarding and wellbeing practices
  • Led school-wide initiatives, promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment
  • Managed relationships with staff, governors, parents, and external agencies, including Ofsted

Deputy head teacher

Trafford Council
Urmston, Trafford
09.2006 - 08.2014
  • Supported Headteacher in all areas of school leadership, leading school improvement plans and staff appraisal
  • Acted as Headteacher for two years, maintaining stability and standards during leadership transition
  • Championed phonics and early literacy, with strong pupil progress across EYFS and KS1

Class teacher

Trafford Council
Altrincham, Trafford
09.1996 - 08.2006
  • Taught across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, building trusting relationships with pupils and families
  • Created calm, purposeful classroom environment that supported behaviour, engagement, and emotional wellbeing
  • Designed and delivered well-organised, engaging learning spaces that supported progress across theprimary curriculum
  • Promoted to KS1 Lead (2003), contributing to curriculum development and school strategy as part of the Senior Leadership Team

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester
10/2023 - 05/2025

Bachelor of Arts - Education with Qualified Teacher Status

Durham University
Durham
09/1992 - 06/1996

A-Levels -

Ryton Comprehensive School
Gateshead
09/1990 - 05/1992

GCSEs -

Ryton Comprehensive School
Gateshead
09/1990 - 06/1992

Skills

  • EYFS and KS1/KS2 Curriculum & Assessment
  • Strong classroom Management & Behaviour Support
  • Safeguarding & Pupil Wellbeing (NSPCC trained)
  • Special Educational Needs (SEND)
  • Parental Communication & Community Engagement
  • Adaptability Across Settings & Year Groups
  • Read, Write, Inc Trained
  • Observation, Planning, and Differentiation
  • Resilience, Professionalism & Warmth

Certification

  • Enhanced DBS (Updated and Registered
  • NSPCC Safeguarding Children Training (Online)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Founder & Tutor – Inspiring Minds Tuition

Self-Employed
09.2023 - Current

Head teacher

Trafford Council
09.2014 - 08.2023

Deputy head teacher

Trafford Council
09.2006 - 08.2014

Class teacher

Trafford Council
09.1996 - 08.2006

Master of Science - Psychology

Manchester Metropolitan University
10/2023 - 05/2025

Bachelor of Arts - Education with Qualified Teacher Status

Durham University
09/1992 - 06/1996

A-Levels -

Ryton Comprehensive School
09/1990 - 05/1992

GCSEs -

Ryton Comprehensive School
09/1990 - 06/1992

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