Tim Waites
Worcester,Worcestershire
Summary
Driven and passionate professional focused on expanding educational opportunities for young people outside conventional classroom. Proven leadership and organizational capabilities complemented by an extensive background in educational management and teaching. Skilled in curriculum design, staff oversight, and nurturing effective learning environments. Committed to utilizing communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills to enhance experiences.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Deputy Headteacher
Baxter College
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
09.2014 - Current
- Promoted inclusive education practices to support an accepting school culture.
- Streamlined administrative processes to aid in improving efficiency.
- Liaised with governing bodies to assist in strengthening the school's external relations.
- Developed curriculum to support improved student performance.
- Created strategic plans to align with the school's mission and vision.
- Evaluated teachers' performance to ensure quality assurance and improvement.
- Enriched learning environments to foster student learning and achievement.
- Education Visit coordinator for the school and wider Trust, having oversite of every visit that takes place.
- Training, advice and guidance for school travel across Trust.
Assistant Headteacher
Baxter College
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
09.2006 - 08.2014
- Enhanced curriculum design to align with national education standards.
- Organised extracurricular programmes to expand students' educational experiences.
- Assisted SEN pupils throughout their learning journey to ensure equal access to opportunities for all students.
Special education coordinator
Baxter College
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
09.1999 - 08.2007
- Enhanced classroom efficiency through support of individualised learning plans for students.
- Coordinated meetings among multi-disciplinary teams to aid communication between stakeholders.
- Managed resources to ensure effective utilisation within the department.
Secondary school teacher of geography and PE
Harry Cheshire High School
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
09.1995 - 08.1999
- Provided extra support to pupils struggling with geography concepts, ensuring no one was left behind.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, making course content more relatable for students.
- Cultivated a culture of respect and inclusion within the classroom setting.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor pupil progress in geography studies.
Education
GCSEs - English, Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, PE,
Driffield School
East Yorkshire 09.1984 - 07.1989
A-Levels - Geography, Environmental Science, Economics
Driffield School
East Yorkshire 09.1989 - 07.1991
Bachelor of Science - Geography and Environmental Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 09.1991 - 07.1994
PGCE - Geography and Physical Education
Hull University
Hull, Kingston upon Hull 09.1994 - 07.1995
Master of Science - Sociology of Sport and Sports Management
University of Leicester
Leicester 09.1997 - 07.1999
NPQH - National Qualification for Headship
Edge Hill University
Ormskirk 09.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
- Financial budgeting
- Strategic visioning
- Collaborative program development
- Leadership
- Organisational skills
- Motivation
- Resource allocation
- Educational visit leadership
- Effective communication
Affiliations
- Registered DofE volunteer for 30 years, with involvement in planning and supporting expeditions at all levels.
- Enjoy playing cricket
- Enjoy watching live sport, especially Rugby Union
Certification
- DofE assessor
Accomplishments
Finalist for School Trip Champion 2025 as part of the School Travel Organiser's School Travel Awards
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
NPQH - National Qualification for Headship
Edge Hill University
09.2015 - 05.2017
Deputy Headteacher
Baxter College
09.2014 - Current
Assistant Headteacher
Baxter College
09.2006 - 08.2014
Special education coordinator
Baxter College
09.1999 - 08.2007
Master of Science - Sociology of Sport and Sports Management
University of Leicester
09.1997 - 07.1999
Secondary school teacher of geography and PE
Harry Cheshire High School
09.1995 - 08.1999
PGCE - Geography and Physical Education
Hull University
09.1994 - 07.1995
Bachelor of Science - Geography and Environmental Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
09.1991 - 07.1994
A-Levels - Geography, Environmental Science, Economics
Driffield School
09.1989 - 07.1991
GCSEs - English, Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, PE,
Driffield School
09.1984 - 07.1989