Thomas Dunnington
Bulwell,Nottingham
Summary
Passionate and inclusive class teacher with five years of primary school teaching experience, providing excellent behaviour management and engaging and enriching lessons. I believe in establishing meaningful and positive relationships with both children and parents alike to provide the best opportunities and progress for the child, as well as making their time at school an enjoyable one. I have had experience in leading a music curriculum, teaching a range of children from different background and abilities and am passionate in the day to day educating of each pupil. I am an involved musician, with both listening and playing music being a strong passion of mine. I am an experienced pianist achieving grade 5 piano, and using this knowledge to be a self-taught guitarist, singer and drummer.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
KS2 Class Teacher (Year 4)
L.E.A.D Academy Trust
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
08.2021 - 04.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Implemented effective behaviour management strategies to create a positive learning environment for all children.
- Taught multiple classes with high SEND, adapting lessons and teaching and learning strategies to their specific needs; such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism and learning difficulties.
- Communicated regularly and collaboratively with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Took a leadership role in the subject ‘music’ to improve the music curriculum at the school, and provide hands-on and engaging lessons involving a range of instruments and learning of musical knowledge.
- Provided regular enrichment opportunities including termly visits linking to the curriculum, half termly showcases for parents to view learning, and leading the school choir.
Team Member
Greggs Bakery
Bingham, Nottinghamshire
10.2018 - 08.2021
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organisation of workspaces to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfil customer orders accurately and promptly.
- Offered high quality customer service for customers to ensure they had a friendly, pleasant and positive experience in the shop.
- Resolved customer queries and concerns with professionalism to promote a positive shopping experience.
- As an individual transaction, gained a 97% effectiveness and quality rate during a mystery shop visit from management.
Lifeguard
Parkwood Leisure
Bingham, Nottinghamshire
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Monitored swimming areas to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Provided first aid and emergency for individuals within the leisure centre on multiple occasions.
- Conducted regular safety drills to maintain readiness and preparedness.
- Monitored a children’s disabled swimming session on Sunday nights, using equipment to help children into the pool and supporting within the pool.
- Maintained cleanliness of facilities including changing rooms and pool areas.
- Collaborated with team members to enforce pool rules and regulations effectively.
- Implemented risk management strategies to minimise potential hazards in the environment.
- Undertook regular bi-weekly professional development training to stay updated on lifesaving techniques.
- Assisted swimmers in distress, preventing potential accidents.
Education
PGCE Primary (QTS) - Education
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 09/2020 - 06/2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield 09/2016 - 05/2019
A-Levels - Sociology
Toot Hill College
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2014 - 06/2016
A-Levels - Religious Studies
Toot Hill College
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2014 - 06/2016
A-Levels - Business Studies
Toot Hill College
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2014 - 06/2016
GCSEs - English
Toot Hill School
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - Music
Toot Hill School
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - French
Toot Hill School
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - Business Studies
Toot Hill School
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - Geography
Toot Hill School
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - History
Toot Hill School
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology Combined)
Toot Hill School
Bingham, Nottinghamshire 09/2011 - 06/2013
Affiliations
- Music - having achieved grade 5 piano, self-teaching myself to play the guitar, drums and singing.
- Hiking - completing various hikes around the Peak District
- Badminton - a regular badminton player at a local club
- Technology - a very passionate tech enthusiast
Accomplishments
Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award, Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award, Young Musician Award (Piano), Grades 1-5 piano, Rookie Livesaving Award
Timeline
KS2 Class Teacher (Year 4)
L.E.A.D Academy Trust
08.2021 - 04.2025
Team Member
Greggs Bakery
10.2018 - 08.2021
Lifeguard
Parkwood Leisure
09.2014 - 08.2016
PGCE Primary (QTS) - Education
Nottingham Trent University
09/2020 - 06/2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Sheffield Hallam University
09/2016 - 05/2019
A-Levels - Sociology
Toot Hill College
09/2014 - 06/2016
A-Levels - Religious Studies
Toot Hill College
09/2014 - 06/2016
A-Levels - Business Studies
Toot Hill College
09/2014 - 06/2016
GCSEs - English
Toot Hill School
09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - Music
Toot Hill School
09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - French
Toot Hill School
09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - Business Studies
Toot Hill School
09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - Geography
Toot Hill School
09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - History
Toot Hill School
09/2012 - 06/2014
GCSEs - Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology Combined)
Toot Hill School
09/2011 - 06/2013