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Online Super Tutor Cambridge Qualified Teacher 100% GCSE Pass Rate, 95% A Level Pass Rate and 95% 11+ Pass Rate Experienced Examiner for 11+, GCSE and A Level Director of Top Tutoring Company 11+/13+ Consultant Taught over 5,700 students I teach teachers and tutor how to teach
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Tutoring Experience
10 years' teaching and tutoring experience age 7-18 in OUTSTANDING Grammar and top Public Schools
Qualified Teacher from University College London
Taught over 5,700 students
Director of Top Tutoring Company with 1000+ students
Examiner for 11+ GL and CEM, GCSE and IB/ A Level Level
Scholarships for Wellington College, Marlborough College, Charterhouse, Brighton College and more
Oxbridge and Russell Group - building and writing a personal statements, and interview practice
Examiner for GCSE and IB / A Level Coursework
Ten years' online and international tuition experience via Skype, Meet/G-Drive and Zoom, with a huge library of resources based on all IB and A Level exams
Specialised in 11+/13+/Common Entrance, GCSE, A Level and IB
Common Entrance 7/11/13+ Tuition Covers:
Sample list
Standard and Multiple Choice
English Comprehension
English Creative Writing
Maths
Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Interview Skills
Schools Sample for Successful Entrance 2022-2023:
ETON, St Paul's Girls School, King's College School, City of London School for Boys, Godolphin, Latymer School, Tiffin Girls & Henrietta Barnett School etc..
Independent/Grammar School Sample:
Tiffin Girls, Henrietta Barnett School, St Paul’s Girls’ School, Westminster School, North London Collegiate School, St Paul’s School, Godolphin & Latymer School, City of London School for Girls, King’s College School, City of London, Queen Elizabeth School, Latymer Upper, Lady, Eleanor Holles, South Hampstead High School, Haberdasher Aske’s School for Girls, JAGS, ETON,, Wimbledon High, Highgate, Haberdasher Aske’s School for Boys, UCS, Hampstead, Hampton School, St Olave’s, Notting Hill & Ealing High, Alleyn’s Dulwich, Francis Holland SW1, Eltham College, Bromley, Kingston Grammar School, Nonsuch High School, Newstead Wood School, Merchant Taylor’s School, St Helen’s, Bancroft’s, Dulwich, College, Sutton Grammar School, Latymer School,, Channing School, Putney High School, Whitgift School, St, Michael’s Grammar, Francis Holland NW1, Queen’s College, St James Girls’ School, Tiffin School, Croydon High School, GDST, Queen’s Gate, Wilson’s Grammar School, Trinity School, Northwood College GDST, Harrodian School etc..
Sample list of GCSE texts I cover:
Literature
Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, The Tempest, The Merchant of Venice, Much Ado About Nothing, Julius Caesar, Twelth Night, Julius Caesar, Richard II, Othello, Much Ado, Midsummers Night's Dream
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, A Christmas Car, Great Expectations, Frankenstein, Pride and Prejudice, Jane Eyre, The Sign of Four, Journey's End, Streetcar Named Desire, Top Girls, 1984, A Christmas Carol, Life of Pi, Woman in Black, Great Expectations, Hard Times, The Grapes of Wrath, The Great Gatsby, The Handmaid's Tale
An Inspector Calls, Blood Brothers, The History Boys, DNA, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, A Taste of Honey, Lord of the Flies, Telling Tales, Animal Farm, Never Let Me Go Anita and Me Pigeon English
Poems: Power and Conflict, Love and Relationships, Songs of Ourselves, The Wife of Bath's Prologue and Tale, An Ideal Husband, The Duchess of Malfi, The White Devil, Miss Julie, Angela Carter, Dracula, Mother Courage and Her Children, Chronicle of a Death Foretold, Waiting for Godot, Imtiaz Dharker, Simon Armitage, Carol Ann Duffy, Owen Sheers, Alfred Lord Tennyson, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, John Keats, Philip Larkin, William Blake, Sylvia Plath, Unseen poetry
Language:
Creative writing
Transactional creative writing (letters, articles, blogs, reviews, speeches etc)
Sample list of IB/A Level texts I cover:
Literature
Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, The Tempest, The Merchant of Venice, Much Ado About Nothing, Julius Caesar, Twelth Night, Julius Caesar, Richard II, Richard III, Edward II, Othello, Much Ado, Midsummers Night's Dream
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, A Christmas Car, Great Expectations, Frankenstein, Pride and Prejudice, Jane Eyre, The Sign of Four, Journey's End, Streetcar Named Desire, Top Girls, 1984, A Christmas Carol, Life of Pi, Woman in Black, Great Expectations, Hard Times, The Grapes of Wrath, The Great Gatsby, The Handmaid's Tale
An Inspector Calls, Blood Brothers, The History Boys, DNA, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, A Taste of Honey, Lord of the Flies, Telling Tales, Animal Farm, Never Let Me Go Anita and Me Pigeon English
The Taming of the Shrew, Measure for Measure, The Winters Tale, Persuasion, Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, The Awakening, Rotters' Club, The Mill of the Floss, Great Gatsby, Room with a View, The Go-between, Rebecca, Atonement, Regeneration, Birdsong, Oh! What a lovely war, Journey's End, Up the Line to Death, Scars Upon my Heart, Blackadder Goes Forth, The Boy Jack, The Wipers Times, Coriolanus, Hamlet, Measure for Measure, The Duchess of Malfi, She Stoops to Conquer, A Doll’s House, An Ideal Husband
Poems: Power and Conflict, Love and Relationships, Songs of Ourselves, The Wife of Bath's Prologue and Tale, An Ideal Husband, The Duchess of Malfi, The White Devil, Miss Julie, Angela Carter, Dracula, Mother Courage and Her Children, Chronicle of a Death Foretold, Waiting for Godot, Imtiaz Dharker, Simon Armitage, Carol Ann Duffy, Owen Sheers, Alfred Lord Tennyson, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, John Keats, Philip Larkin, William Blake, Sylvia Plath, - Up the Line to Death, Scars upon my Heart, First World War Poetry/ War Poems Wilfred Owen, The Merchant’s Prologue and Tale, Paradise Lost Books 9 & 10, Samuel Taylor Coleridge: Selected Poems, Maud, Christina Rossetti: Selected Poems & Unseen poetry
Language:
Textual variations and representations, Language diversity/discourses, Writing skills, Methods of language analysis, Language and the individual, Language variations
If the text you need isn't listed, don't worry: this is just a sample and I teach many more!
Exam Boards/Levels
A-Level: AQA, OCR, EDEXCEL, Cambridge International, WJEC, Eduqas
IB: International Baccalaureate - Language and Literature and Literature at Higher and Standard Level - written assignments, orals - Global Issues.
Tuition is bespoke.
I will meet your child wherever they are at and guide them where they need to go in order to succeed.
Lessons adapt as they develop their skills to make the most of every minute of tuition.
This type of teaching offers undivided attention every step of the way and incredible value for money.
Successful Experience with:
Prize-winning and Oxbridge candidates: applicable and competition prize winners
School refusers/excluded children
Home-Schoolers
Dyslexia
Dyspraxia
ADD and ADHD
Autistic Spectrum and Aspergers
EAL
I have helped thousands of students at all stages: from the fiercely bright, to those lacking in confidence - or any interest in learning whatsoever.
I had an exceptional track record to navigate entrance and scholarship exams, GCSE, A-Level and University applications, as a teacher, tutor, and as a Director of a tuition company, so I know what you're going through and know what works.
Qualifications
University College London QTS (Distinction)
University College London PGCE (Distinction)
University of Cambridge Masters in Educational Research (MEd)
REVIEWS - TOP 5* TUTOR on Sherpa, Tutorhunt, FirstTutors and Superprof
✩✩✩✩✩ - Hayley is a fantastic communicator, and her replies are always prompt. She explains ideas really well and engages consistently in every session. I would highly recommend her, particularly if you have any English queries. - Simran C
✩✩✩✩✩ - I recently had the pleasure of working with Miss Hayley P on Sherpa and I am extremely satisfied with my experience so far. She is a highly skilled and dedicated tutor who has helped me improve my techniques in analyzing poems for my English GCSE this summer. Her deep understanding of poetry analysis and effective teaching methods made complex concepts easy to grasp. I highly recommend her to anyone who is seeking tutoring for English Literature. - Lina M
✩✩✩✩✩ - Hayley is an excellent tutor, she is very talented and always comes to the lessons well prepared. Hayley is positive and add a lot of excitement to her sessions, my son looks forward to his sessions with her! - Meryem D
✩✩✩✩✩ - I am very pleased to have Hayley as my English Literature teacher. Hayley is absolutely fantastic, she is familiar with the GCSE syllabus and she knows what is needed for the exam. I have a very obvious improvement after her lessons and I am confident that I will get a good grade with Hayley’s tuition. I will definitely continue the lessons with Hayley and undoubtedly to recommend her. - Vincent A
✩✩✩✩✩ - I would highly recommend Miss Hayley to all my friends. She is so patient and encouraging. She takes time to know your learning style and adopts her teaching accordingly. I was really struggling with my A-level English and now I feel so much more confident. - Ashmita S
✩✩✩✩✩ - Hayley is a very thoughtful and engaging tutor who is currently helping my 14 year old son with his English. He was very reluctant to have a tutor but Hayley has definitely brought him round. He appreciates her help a lot and what she is doing to assist him has increased his grades by two levels already. I would highly recommend Hayley to anyone interested in hiring a private tutor. - Marie R
✩✩✩✩✩ - Hayley is very experienced at teaching non native speaker. She is patient and very easy to communicate. She cares about students' progress. Thank you, Hayley. - Jenny C
✩✩✩✩✩ - Hayley has been tutoring my children for many years and is so friendly and approachable. My child has successfully passed the 11+ To attend one of the top private schools and now tutors my daughter for GCSE. HIghly recommend. - Paul V
✩✩✩✩✩ - Hayley tutored my daughter for her Year 11 GCSEs and she managed to achieve a Level 9 - super happy and proud. A credit to Hayley for her support and expertise. - Hannah G
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Chelmsford, England
Science Clinic Private Tutors was founded in 2010. Our vision was to help struggling children understand the concepts of the major subjects which are sought after by many colleges & universities. Our tutoring was mainly in the main subjects (Maths, all 3 Sciences & English Language) to exam students only. Because of the huge demand of tutoring in all year groups, we now teach students across the board from Primary (KS1 & KS2) through to GCSE, A-level and University. We were luck to have had colleagues we share the same vision with join us. Now we can teach all subjects from Primary through to GCSE, College /A-levels and Science & Maths at University level. All our teachers / tutors are graduates and qualified teachers with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) who understand the National Curriculum. Some of them are examiners at GCSE and A-level, which means they know the exam techniques students need to answer the exam questions properly and get better grades. Within the team, we have professionals with very high qualifications ie Masters Degrees (MSc / MA) and PhDs in various subjects. We can, therefore, be confident to say we are professionals who are dedicated to what we do with proven records in the UK’s most entrance and national exams. We are a tutoring organisation that is defined by its professionalism. Our aim is to provide a personal service. This makes us very different from most tutoring companies that just offer a platform for tutors and students to meet. We speak to clients so that we can match them with the most appropriate tutor for their needs. When this happens, the results can be remarkable & confidence grows. We personally know all our tutors and all have had DBS checks and their qualifications checked before we take them on. We are also a member of The Tutors’ Association (TTA) which was formed in 2013 to provide standards to the tutoring industry.
I have worked with a variety of children at all ages an abilites from 4 to 17. I belileve in working to the strengths of the student and developing a program that is appropriate regardless of what the age expectations are.
I have a 100% sucess rate in students gaining at least their target grade at GCSE including working with a young lady for 3 months who needed to resit her maths having failed (equivalent of a grade 2) - she gained a grade 6 in her resit.
I also have a 100% success rate at primary aged children gaining a place at independent schools for their secondary education, with all who applied for a scholarship being sucessful.
I have 3 courses advertised on here (max allowed). I am constantly developing new ones so please contact me for details.
KS3 Language. Reading Specialist. Teaching Coach and Mentor. Head of Department Consultant.
With more than a decades of experience as a Secondary School Teacher, Coach and Mentor I able to offer a bespoke targeted session or package of lessons to support progress for all levels.
I am also an experienced Gifted and Talented Coach who is able to support the needs of more able students at KS2-4.
I can tailor a bespoke package of learning for all levels and abilities.
I work online and do some face to face sessions and can organise a local meet up in a public place such as a library.
I can offer coaching and mentoring, NLP, relaxation and cognitive and behavioural therapy - especially useful for nervous and shy students.
If you are worried, anxious or feeling a lack of confidence in any area of the English curriculum, I can help.
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If you are looking for someone who is dedicated to helping every child succeed in whatever they aim to achieve then look no further. I am passionate about helping children learn and am highly qualified to teach children up to GCSE level. I have had experience teaching children with SEND needs also so would be able to prepare a bespoke set of sessions for any individual. I ask any pupil who is looking for tutoring to to complete a short baseline test to give an accurate current picture of where they are starting from. A meeting with parents to negotiate timescale and to establish end goals is essential. I am able to come to a home if this is where the pupil may feel most comfortable or I am currently preparing a fresh space for learning at my residence which is due to be completed mid February. For more information, please contact me. I look forward to hearing from you! Miss S..
Kate is a British teacher & author. She attended an all-girls grammar school & graduated with a BA in English Literature and Creative Writing from the University of Kent. She went on to receive a Post Graduate Diploma & a Masters in Education.
For 10 years, Kate worked in Hong Kong as a NET (native English teacher), aiding Secondary Schools in establishing an English rich environment, promoting the love of reading & writing through language arts, as well as speech festivals and debate training. She is currently a freelance writer and private tutor.
As well as ESL teaching, her focus levels are also on GCSE & A Level (OCR, AQA, Edexcel), igcse, 11+, IELTS & HKDSE.
Some of her published work includes: Grade 1-Grade 3 Grammar textbooks for those learning English as a second language, a poetry collection “The Forgotten” & her fantasy novel “Caskets of Ice”.
In her spare time, you will catch her writing prose, promoting books on social media and reading, sometimes 7 books a month. Her love of literature knows no bounds! She currently acts as a rep for book companies such as Canterbury Classics, Country House Library, Bookdepository etc and has over 12k followers on IG.
Kate’s expertise include: English literature, creative writing, grammar, poetry, reading, storytelling.
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Your child or teenager may be struggling, or you sense they might be dyslexic or have other related difficulties?
I can help by offering reading, spelling and literacy tuition and support, dyslexia and special needs support and tuition for all ages, using a phonic programme. I can also help children and youth or adults who have English to improve their reading, comprehension, speaking listening, spelling skills and teens with study and revision skills and GCSE English literature and Language.
I offer dyslexia tuition via online learning, live ON-LINE group tuition, with lessons in phonics/spelling, punctuation, grammar, study skills and reading & writing skills. On-line lessons to be studied at the child's own pace.
Our Services include:
Dyslexia & special needs online tuition
Weekly on-line tuition via a small Zoom group
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Dedicated Class Teacher with 5+ years of experience in Outstanding schools, teaching across the KS1 and KS2 UK curriculum. I am passionate about shaping young minds and helping students excel academically. I am committed to making learning enjoyable, interactive, and tailored to each students unique needs. I have a strong grasp of the primary school curriculum, including the required standards and benchmarks. Sessions will be planned and adapted to cater to the strengths and weaknesses of pupils. Feedback and targets will be provided to parents at the end of each session. I have lots of experience preparing pupils for: Phonics screenings, Year 2 and Year 6 SATS.
Opening offer: First session if half price
Siblings: £35 each
Basic Maths, English, Chemistry, General Science, Maths, and Reading lessons in Ilford, UK.
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Free Half-Hour Consultation - I offer a Free Half Hour Consultation - For you and your child! So you can see how online tuition works, my methods and the software used. Also to enable you to ask any questions and discuss your needs, requirements and expectations.
I am a caring and patient qualified Primary Teacher with over 7 years classroom experience. I have worked with a wide range of students including those with special educational needs. I have been tutoring since 2018, I offer online tuition only which I have found to be most effective for students of all ages. At Serenity Education & Tutoring we offer bespoke lessons always tailored to the level of work covered to the individual student’s needs. To develop both their self-confidence and attainment levels.
I can offer 1:1 tuition and tuition classes for up to 6 students, according to my clients' needs. Offering tuition for the following ages and subjects:
• Early Years, KS1 and KS2 (Primary-aged children 4 - 11yrs/EYFS - Year 6) • Transition to Secondary School - for children who lack confidence or have gaps in their learning from their time in Year 6, to enable them to reach their potential in Year 7. • Year 7
Maths English ( including Phonics, Reading, Handwriting, SPAG and Creative Writing) - - Science. Test Preparation - Year 1 - Phonics screening & Year 4 - Time Tables Test KS1 & KS2 SATs - for Year 2 and Year 6 Focusing on exam technique, building confidence and covering any areas of the Maths and English curriculum required to enable the child to complete SATS confidently.
I offer 1:1 Tuition and tuition classes for up to 6 students Online using Zoom and bitpaper.
A few testimonials from past and current clients (more are available to view on my website Serenity Education and Tutoring)
"I just want to send my thanks for offering us online tutoring via Skype. Following a few weeks of face to face lessons, a change in circumstances meant my daughter wouldn’t be able to attend for 3 weeks. Rather than have to cancel you offered us online lessons which I was happy to accept, but to be honest a little sceptical. I shouldn’t have been. The lessons are structured really well and work perfectly using webcams and online learning tools. You’ve done a really great job of keeping the lessons interesting but also really focused. We’re happy to continue with our online lessons and have now booked more for the Easter holidays. We highly recommend them and Nicola to anyone." Year 6, March 2020
"Nicola has been tutoring my daughter for about 6 months. She makes her lessons fun and during lockdown her online zoom lessons have been invaluable. My daughter was lacking confidence in maths and literacy and Nicola is really helping her to build confidence, especially in maths which she has made good progress in. I would highly recommend Nicola and her friendly and fun approach to learning." Year 3, July 2020
"Nicola has provided excellent maths tuition to our daughter who is in year 8 and we would highly recommend her to anyone who is thinking about having tuition for their child . She has provided wonderful support and we have seen our daughter’s progress with her maths improve dramatically since starting tuition with Nicola; she has really made a big difference and our daughter’s confidence with her maths is far greater than before. We moved from face to face tuition to online tuition as a result of the COVID-19 situation and this transition has proven extremely successful. Our daughter has continued to thrive with her maths with the online tuition and she really enjoys using the online tools and interaction during her sessions, we have been very impressed with this method. We would highly recommend Nicola’s tuition service and would like to say how grateful we are for her continuing support, professionalism and calm approach; she continues to be a welcome source of relief for our daughter, who before her tuition was finding maths a struggle but now has the understanding and interest to develop and learn and enjoy this subject." Year 8, July 2020
"Nicola has provided very thoughtful, thorough Maths tuition for our son in year 6. She has really been creative in the sessions, thinking of personally tailored ways to engage his interest. She has a kind manner and has helped to build his confidence as well as his ability. For a child who thought he couldn't stand Maths, I've been amazed by how much he has enjoyed his lessons. The online lessons have worked brilliantly too." Year 6, July 2020
Tutoring Experience
I'm a Qualified Primary Teacher and have over 7 years classroom experience, I have worked with a wide range of students including those with special educational needs. I have been tutoring since 2018 originally both Face to Face and Online, but since March 2020 I now offer online tuition only which I have found to be most effective for students of all ages. I offer bespoke lessons always tailored the level of work covered to the individual student’s needs. To develop both their self-confidence and attainment levels.
I offer Online 1:1 tuition and tuition classes for up to 6 students Online.
Tutoring Approach
I offer a Free Half Hour Consultation - For you and your child! So you can see how online tuition works, my methods and the software used. Also to enable you to ask any questions and discuss your needs, requirements and expectations.
During the first lesson, I assess your child's needs through activities and discussion with yourself and your child. I tailor lessons to the child's needs and to reflect their interests, I like to include games and practical activities whenever possible. I continually assess progress to determine the next steps in their learning.
I am offering tutoring to pre-school and primary children to support them with their learning and progression throughout school. Whether this is through reading, understanding maths or helping with homework. I am currently training to be a teacher and have just completed my degree in primary education. I am passionate about teaching and enjoy helping children to reach their full potential in their academic journey.
I have been a qualified primary school teacher for 12 years and have taught in a variety of years from year 3 to 6. I am a qualified SENDCo so have experience with a variety of special educational needs.
Pre-school and reading lessons in London, UK.
Basic Maths, Reading, and Writing lessons in Southampton, UK.
I have over 7 years experience in teaching the primary age range in the state education sector.
I am extremely knowledgeable on the National curriculum and in planning, delivering and assessing your child's ability. I will take an initial assessment to see where they are in their learning - their strengths and areas they need to develop and create a personalised program for them to progress at that right speed for them as an individual.
I have used many different programs in my career such as Mastery maths, White Rose maths, FFT phonics and Little Wandle as well as creating my own activities
I enjoy making lessons creative and with real life contexts so that the children can see the purpose for their learning ready for when they enter the adult world. I like to keep the lessons at a good pace to maximise their concentration and focus. A good light hearted sense of humor with positive encouragement is the approach I find works best for when I tutor to provide the child with self-esteem and confidence in themselves.
I look forward to hearing from you.
As a passionate and dedicated educator with seven years of teaching experience, includiing five years in the challenging classrooms of London and two years in the vibrant educational landscape of the UAE. I specialise in maths and English interventions for students who require an extra push to achieve their full potential. My commitment to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment has been key in helping my past students excel in their tests and assessments. One of my key strengths lies in my ability to identify and address the individual learning styles and needs of my students. I firmly believe in the power of differentiated instruction and I students’ various learning styles, thus, I modify my teaching techniques to accommodate various learning paces and styles. This approach not only ensures that my students comprehend the core concepts thoroughly but also instills in them the confidence to apply their knowledge effectively. I take great pride in the success stories of my students, and I am particularly passionate about supporting students who may struggle in a classroom environment. My experience has taught me the importance of patience, empathy, and encouragement in helping students overcome their challenges and reach their full potential. I am dedicated to creating a supportive and nurturing learning environment where every student feels valued, motivated, and inspired to succeed. My vast experience across all primary education years, specifically years 2 & 6, has allowed me to understand the requirements of the curriculum and the intellectual development of the child each year. Being raised in a challenging area of London myself, it has allowed the children to find a sense of familiarity and comfortability and strive to become the best they can be; not only within the classroom but also outside of it.
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My name is Hannah, I am a primary school teacher with experience teaching and tutoring children from nursery and pre school age up to year 6 level. I can cover any primary curriculum subjects with a focus on early reading skills, phonics, writing and maths throughout primary level. Experienced with working with additional needs too. Happy to do homework help sessions or work on any specific areas that need supporting. I pride myself on fun and engaging sessions, building a raport with my students. I look forward to hearing from you and helping some little learners!
I am a primary school teacher with experience in one to one tuition. I have an excellent track record with many great and personal reviews.
I enjoy working with children to get the best out of them but also to ensure they continue to have a love of learning.
My specialist subjects are English Literature, Reading, Writing and Maths but also specifically practice for the 11 plus (Kent Test).
I live and work in Folkestone so would be willing to travel to the pupils house near by or teach online, 121 or in groups.
I am a kind and caring teacher/tutor who believes children should feel confident in everything they do.
I believe tutoring is a great way to show children what they are capable of. With support, dedication and a tailored programme, your child will become more confident and develop a greater love of learning.
I aim to build great relationships which will help your child when concepts might be tricky for them or when they need a boost of encouragement to help build their resilience. I take time to understand gaps in knowledge, teach them to a mastery level before moving on and progressing to ensure you child has a well-rounded understanding of all ideas, concepts and objectives.
All key stage 1 and 2 subjects. Keen interest in Maths, Reading, Science, Drama, History, Art, PSHE, Greater Depth and SEND support.
Reading, Writing, Spelling, Numeracy, Mathematics, and Maths lessons in Omagh, UK.
English Literature, Essay Writing, Reading, and Literacy lessons in Saltburn-by-the-Sea, UK.
English, Maths, Reading & Writing lessons in Poole, UK.
I am currently Head of EYFS & KS1 at Whitehill Community Academy, Halifax, a post I have held since April 2021. Prior to this I held the role of Vice Principal at Whitehill. I also completed a one-term secondment as Interim Head Teacher at All Saints’ CE (VA) Primary School in the Autumn Term 2016.
I have completed my NPQH training and qualified in July 2015.
My personal visions and values strongly align with your vision statement, I am also passionate about ensuring that all children have full access to an inclusive education and range of experiences, regardless of their background. This means I am fully committed to delivering a curriculum and range of learning opportunities, both academic and pastoral, which will enrich and prepare all children for their life ahead. I am a keen advocate for music in the school.
Having carefully considered the Job Description and Person Specification, I believe I am the ideal candidate to embrace this amazing opportunity, I have detailed how I feel I my experience, attributes, skills and knowledge match the criteria for this role below:
Current Leadership Experience
My leadership position at Whitehill gives me direct responsibility for Early Years and Key Stage 1, although much of my role also covers KS2, my main responsibilities include:
· Being the Senior Mentor for all ECT staff.
· Promoting effective relationships between staff, pupils and parents.
· Managing behavioural issues through the implementation of successful strategies such as the Restorative Justice system.
· Writing, developing and implementing our new creative, thematic curriculum (writing Programmes of Study which are cross-referenced to the National Curriculum and supporting Knowledge Organisers).
· Timetabling; Teaching & Learning monitoring (including introducing the new Deep-dive monitoring process); Staff and student placement and Induction.
· Being line manager for the lunchtime team.
· Writing policies for numerous subject and areas of school life.
In our most recent Ofsted Inspection (January 2020) our school was judged as ‘Good’, with many of the areas I am directly responsible for being highly praised. These included ‘Delivering a Broad, Balanced Curriculum’ and our Early Years Provision.
The areas which were highlighted for improvement were areas I had already identified and had started work on with the subject teams, but were not at full implementation stage at the time of inspection. This included our phonics and reading programme, which were not fully aligned at the time of inspection, but had already been identified during a deep dive in reading only a few weeks prior to the inspection. Following the inspection, I wrote a RAP for reading and Phonics, which had been actioned within just a few weeks.
I introduced a new tracking and assessment programme, DCPro in September 2018, which has helped to reduce workload both for the Tracking and Assessment Manager and for class teachers.
I have also had the opportunity to lead parent workshops on Mathematics and Assessment/ SATs preparation. I have been involved in the school’s Performance Management programme, using BlueSky.
I am the Senior Mentor for all Early Career Teachers and teacher-training students in the school, I ensure that the performance of ECT staff is monitored and reviewed through lesson observation with regular feedback given. I work in close partnership with Huddersfield University, Leeds Beckett, Trinity TSA and Teamworks.
I have also delivered ITT in Music to Huddersfield University students. I organise and often lead weekly assemblies for both Key Stages and regularly lead Achievement Assembly, which I always thoroughly enjoy. In the assembly organisation, I introduced ‘The Big Question’ linked to the assembly themes and to British Values and I ensure that all religious festivals and SMSC significant dates are covered in the assembly programme. In 2019, I also introduced Picture News to our assembly resources. During lockdown, I developed and recorded ‘Newsround’ assemblies, covering all aspects of World Religion, SMSC and current affairs. The assemblies have been so popular that I have continued recording them for use as a class-based assembly.
Previous Leadership Experience
In my role as Interim Head Teacher at All Saints in 2016 I met weekly with the Chair of Governors and I sat on all governing body committees, reviewing and writing policies and producing Head Teacher Reports. My responsibilities and achievements included:
· Ensuring that the school website was compliant and regularly up-dated. I led on staff training and staff meetings, carried out performance management appraisals for the staff team, scheduled lesson observations, work scrutinies and worked alongside the school business manager and the LA to develop the school budget.
· Successfully leading the school through its re-accreditation of the Basic Skills Quality Mark.
· Developing and leading on the school’s church ethos through Collective Worship and led on a highly successful Harvest Festival, Macmillan Coffee Morning and a series of events in church to celebrate Christmas, including Nativity performances, Carol Services and a musical concert.
· I am a firm believer in building and maintaining positive relationships with parents and the community and made it a priority to be a visible presence to parents by being on gate duty every morning and home-time to greet the children and parents.
· Working closely with the LA (including the Safeguarding team and the Health & Safety team), attending training and Calderdale Primary Head meetings, plus cluster meetings of the 12 schools within the Elland Cluster.
· I completed Whole-School Safeguarding Training and additional training for Designated Safeguarding Lead, which I have renewed for my role as Deputy DSL at Whitehill. I worked hard during my term as Head to develop an active role with the governing body and with the Senior Management Team and staff team, children and parents and also with the church. I worked hard to improve safeguarding and health and safety throughout the school.
Following my successful secondment at All Saints in January 2017, I returned to my post as Deputy Head Teacher at Whitehill. My role changed to Vice Principal in January 2018, following the retirement of our Executive Principal, changing again to Head of EYFS & KS1 in 2021. The school expanded in 2015 to give the potential for three-form entry throughout. We currently have 705 pupils on roll.
I played a key role in the expansion of the school, organising class register placements (to ensure an equal range of abilities and needs across each new class. I also played a key role, working closely with EYFS lead, in the planning and development of our new Early Years facilities, including designs of rooms, purchasing furniture, classroom resources and outdoor provision.
I was also involved in the recruitment of additional staff following the expansion, including short-listing and interviewing teachers and TAs / SEN Supports. I worked in close partnership with Wainstalls Primary School, which is part of I-Trust MAT, sharing many of my policies, schemes of work, curriculum documents and templates for Teaching & Learning / Deep-dive monitoring, many of which they have adapted to suit the needs of their individual school and adopted.
Continuing Professional Development
To ensure that my knowledge of curriculum and strategies are up to date, I have attended online National College training in the new EYFS Framework, the new Ofsted Framework, Deep-dives, Early Years practice, Baseline Assessments in Foundation Stage, Team Teach, Annual Safeguarding (plus DSL training), Safer Recruitment Training, PREVENT, White Rose Maths / Power Maths and The Write Stuff, plus RWI Phonics training and Epi-pen training.
Classroom Teaching Experience
I have substantial experience in primary education, having taught in every year group from Y1 through to Y6, plus cover in both Nursery and Reception. I have a high track record for results in the school at both key stages. In my role as subject leader, I have taken responsibility for Maths, Music and www.*** I play a key role in the school’s celebrations, included leading our Harvest Festivals alongside clergy from the local churches (Illingworth Methodist Church and St. John’s, Bradshaw) and holding our annual Christmas Carol service and Lessons, for almost 1000 children, teachers, parents and friends at Halifax Minster or Mount Zion Church. I have also musically directed and produced the Y6 end-of-year musicals, including ‘Joseph’ and ‘Oliver’, I also direct and accompany the school choir, who have participated in numerous concerts and for our elderly residents in the school’s catchment area as part of our Community Cohesion. As a very keen musician, I believe passionately that it should play a key part in school life. In 2019, I introduced The Rocksteady Music School to Whitehill and we currently have 10 rock bands involving children from Y1 to Y6.
As a classroom practitioner I always strived to set high standards in classroom organisation, discipline, planning and teaching. I continued with this same commitment to me leadership role. I work hard to ensure that everything runs as smoothly and efficiently as possible to gain results and hit deadlines. I have worked closely with the Pastoral team to ensure that the needs of vulnerable children are met, helping our school to achieve Investors in People Gold Award and Inclusion Quality Mark. In 2007 I had the opportunity to visit one of our Comenius Link schools in Denmark to look at how the school systems work, and I also visited the Kandy schools group in Sri Lanka in 2011.
Out-of-School
In an out-of-school context, I also bring sixteen years of leadership experience through my past work for Calderdale Youth Service. I am a strong believer in work-life balance and have a number of interests. I am also a member of my local Amateur Operatic Society, along with being a regular Musical Director / pianist for a 12-piece singing group called ‘Encore’. I have also been Musical Director for local amateur pantomimes and was also MD for a 100th Anniversary production of ‘Oh, What a Lovely War!’ in 2018. I am also pianist for Bradford Accordion Band. In 1998, I also qualified with the IDTA as a dance teacher in Ballroom, Latin and Modern. I was also church organist for eleven years in a small village church in Bradford and have recently played for services at my local village church (including playing for our late Queen’s memorial service, the pop-up Nativity service and the St Valentine’s family service). All of my ‘hobbies’ are very flexible to allow full commitment to my work in school.
