Andrew Featherstone Email and Phone Number

As an experienced educational professional having spent more than 15 years working in the education sector I have developed outstanding classroom teaching, as well as course leadership. As currently a practitioner of Geography A Level and BTEC Business as well leading quality oversight of BTEC provision I have demonstrated an ability to manage not only classroom teaching and quality management to a successful outcomeI have experience of working on complex logistical activities and events including those working with young people. During my career as a classroom practitioner I have engaged in activities to promote the school and local authority and also corporate bodies. I have taken roles in the planning and implementation of open events and curriculum enrichment events which have involved complex logisticsThrough over 15 years in the classroom I believe I have developed excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills and that these have involved working with a diverse range of individuals and addressing a variety of agendas. As part of this I have written clear and concise reports for which I have to accountable. Having to think on my feet on a daily basis with an ever changing audience, parents/carers I have had to demonstrate tact, diplomacy and political awareness.Many years of classroom practice has seen me develop sound IT skills, including knowledge and effective use of Microsoft applications. Preparing to teach on daily basis has shown a high level of organisation and planning, self-motivation and a can do attitude. I have also been able to show adaptability and flexibility to ever changing situations.