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Victoria Bennett

Chacewater,Cornwall

Summary

I am currently a Senior Leader at St-Francis School in Cornwall. I lead the Early Years team and love my job. I have a proven track record in managing the department with passion and dedication.


However, my true expertise lies in crafting engaging curricula. I am now seeking a new opportunity that will allow me to leverage my skills with the flexibility to work remotely. I feel that this would further enable me to create high quality educational resources that would benefit teachers and pupils nationwide.


I have good skills in stakeholder communication, data analysis, and school improvement strategies, with a strong focus on inclusive teaching practices and special education needs.


I am proficient in classroom management, e-learning platforms, and national curriculum standards, ensuring effective student engagement and academic success.


I am also adept at analysing standardised testing data to drive informed decision-making and enhance educational outcomes.


I have always been committed to managing my time in the most efficient way and feel I juggle my many responsibilities effectively. I am resilient working under pressure and to strict deadlines.


I have experience in communicating with various stakeholders and public speaking with parents, colleagues, preschools and outside agencies.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work history

Early Years Senior Lead Teacher

Kernow Learning
Falmouth , Cornwall
09.2010 - Current
  • Led my Early Years team, to achieve optimal educational outcomes.
  • Designed a comprehensive Early Years Curriculum across all learning areas.
  • Demonstrated subject expertise to ensure comprehensive knowledge coverage.
  • Collaborated with my academy trust to share planning, assessment, and schemes of work.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to all of my team, offering help wherever needed.
  • Facilitated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's academic progress and behavioural issues and maintained open communication channels with parents for consistent feedback on child's progress.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies for my EY department, ensuring a conducive learning atmosphere.
  • Coordinated extracurricular activities to enhance pupils' holistic development.
  • Developed teaching strategies by incorporating technology into the curriculum.
  • Participated in continuing professional development courses for up-to-date educational practices and policies.
  • Utilised formative assessments, facilitating individual learning plans for students' needs.
  • Served as mentor for new teachers, aiding their transition into the role smoothly.
  • Supported teachers, learning assistants and volunteers with understanding and delivering subject curriculum.
  • Led individual and department performance reviews, highlighting successes and recognising extra support needs.

Nursery Nurse / Nursery Manager

Flying Start Nurseries
Falmouth, Cornwall
09.2000 - 08.2010
  • I worked for Flying Start in various roles over 10 years. Including; as a trainee, nursery nurse, admin support and as of the head of the preschool department. During this time I...
  • Monitored staff performance and daily running of the department.
  • Responsible for the health, safety and general education of 3-4 year olds.
  • Designed termly overviews and daily planning and assessment for the department.
  • Produced online learning journals to promote accountability and communication with parents.
  • Attended teacher and childcare training to keep up to date on curriculum and best practice.
  • As Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator; offered tailored activities and support to children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Co-ordinated and liaised with outside agencies and parents.
  • Monitored the progress and development of my own key children through games, activities and tailored lessons.
  • Harnessed my creative skills to enhance children's learning environment; creating fun, imaginative areas.
  • Maintained equipment and outdoor play areas.
  • Communicated children's development, progress, successes or concerns to parents through regular meetings.
  • Built compassionate, caring relationships with children and families.


Education

Qualified Teacher Status - Primary Education

Plymouth University
GTC
09.2010 -

Bachelor of Arts - Early Years

Plymouth University
Plymouth, England
09.2007 - 09.2009

Level 3 - Certificate of Professional Development in Work with Children and Young People

Truro College
Truro
09.2006 - 09.2007

NVQ Level 3 - Early Years Care and Education

City and Guilds
Camborne, Cornwall
09.2000 - 09.2002

Skills

  • Stakeholder communication and collaboration
  • Standardised testing analysis
  • School improvement strategies
  • Educational leadership
  • Data analysis capability
  • Communication excellence
  • Special education needs experience
  • Teaching methodology expertise
  • Knowledge of national curriculum
  • Experience with e-learning platforms
  • Classroom management mastery
  • Educational innovation
  • Pedagogical knowledge
  • Knowledge of ofsted standards
  • Teaching expertise
  • Curriculum Development and lesson planning
  • Student engagement techniques
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Inclusive teaching strategies
  • Time management efficacy
  • Public speaking

Affiliations

  • I enjoy staying active and try to factor some form of exercise into each day. I find this is important in order to maintain my wellbeing and overall productively, I therefore swim each morning and take my dog on long walks ever evening. At the weekends I volunteer with St Johns ambulance at local events.

Accomplishments

At Secondary School I was awarded the 'Third Age Award' for contributions to the performing arts.


At Truro College whilst studying my FdA Early Childhood Education I was awarded the Principles Commendation for exceptional efforts and achievement during the term of my study.


In 2020 I was promoted to Early Years lead teacher.


This year I have been promoted to the schools senior leadership team.


References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Early Years Senior Lead Teacher

Kernow Learning
09.2010 - Current

Qualified Teacher Status - Primary Education

Plymouth University
09.2010 -

Bachelor of Arts - Early Years

Plymouth University
09.2007 - 09.2009

Level 3 - Certificate of Professional Development in Work with Children and Young People

Truro College
09.2006 - 09.2007

Nursery Nurse / Nursery Manager

Flying Start Nurseries
09.2000 - 08.2010

NVQ Level 3 - Early Years Care and Education

City and Guilds
09.2000 - 09.2002
Victoria Bennett