Hannah Bickerton Email & Phone Number

Manchester, Gb

Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom

In addition to classroom responsibilities outlined in my Teach First training year and NQT year, I have gained further leadership experience through responsibilities highlighted below:PSHE subject leader (Personal, Social, Economic and Health Education) | September 2020 - present:• organising and implementing whole school PSHE curriculum• directing and supporting teaching staff through PSHE themed weeks throughout the school years (e.g. anti-bullying week, fire safety week, road safety week, etc.)• co-ordinating, organising and carrying out PSHE CPD meetings for teaching staff• creating resources and support documents used school-wide to ensure consistency in teaching and learning approaches for PSHE• regular evaluation of subject actions and efficacy against school development plan criteria to support overall progress of school improvement• supported the school with a recent Ofsted inspection (grade: outstanding) by conducting a meeting with an Ofsted inspector to outline the role of PSHE education in children's personal developmentUNICEF Rights Respecting School Subject Leader | September 2022 - present• conducting an audit of current teaching practice school-wide to support the creation of an action plan for the gold award (to be booked in later this academic year)• networking within the local authority to share best practice and improve our work as a rights respecting school • set up and currently managing pupil leadership group of rights ambassadors (pupils from years 2-6)• organised events for rights ambassadors to attend• gathered evidence and created a portfolio for gold assessment visit• lead gold award assessment day for my school, conducted meetings with assessor and pupil/staff groups• lead whole school to achievement of UNICEF Gold Rights Respecting School award in May 2023 ECT Mentor | September 2023 - presentNew role Designated safeguarding lead | from November 2023

Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Passed Summer Institute training (5week course from the end of June 2018 to the end of July 2018). In September 2018, placed as a Year 4 Class Teacher in a catholic primary school in South Manchester. Alongside this full-time position, completed a postgraduate diploma of education (PGDE including QTS in year 1).• set high expectations which inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils• promote good progress and outcomes by pupils• demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge• plan and teach well-structured lessons• adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils• make accurate and productive use of assessments• manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment• make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school• taken responsibility for improving my teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues• regularly communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being• treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position• having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory provisions• showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others• not undermining fundamental British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs• ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils’ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law. • have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which I teach, and maintain high standards my own attendance and punctuality• have an understanding of, and always act within, the statutory frameworks which set out my professional duties and responsibilities

Intu Trafford Centre

Re-employed after my period of residence abroad for my undergraduate degree studies. The Body Shop re-branded job role from Senior Customer Consultant to Team Leader. • supported store management team in driving sales and profit within the store through the supervision and coaching of customer consultants together with and in the absence of store management• consistently delivered an exceptional customer experience whilst ensuring adherence to company procedures & policies in relation to protection of the brand and company assets• upheld values and vision of The Body Shop• worked independently with minimal direction• effectively handled customer concerns and shared the feedback with store management as appropriate• creatively supported maintenance of store lay-out, stock management and other store operations as per guidelines• coached Customer Consultants to achieve exceptional customer service standards in partnership with the store management• passionate ambassador of The Body Shop Campaigns

Manchester, United Kingdom

Responsible mainly for creating and delivering 'Why Study Languages?' talks to students mainly aged between 15-18 in a bid to encourage students to take up or continue modern foreign languages studies to higher education. In addition to this I have also been responsible for co-creating and delivering 'Comic Smart' Workshops to be based around modern foreign languages (French) to encourage younger students to again take up languages in their further education studies.

Hyères, France

• supported language teaching through conversation, games and activities with students• helped students prepare for oral examinations and practise their speaking skills, including pronunciation and intonation• introduced students to aspects of British culture and inspired an international outlook (students have gone on to study abroad and complete similar programmes in the USA)• contributed to cross-curricular work in collaboration with other subject areas (science and maths)• encouraged students to be more ambitious and outgoing, as well as helping them develop the ability to communicate their ideas

Intu Trafford Centre

• supported store management team in driving sales and profit within the store through the supervision and coaching of customer consultants together with and in the absence of store management• consistently delivered an exceptional customer experience whilst ensuring adherence to company procedures & policies in relation to protection of the brand and company assets• upheld values and vision of The Body Shop• worked independently with minimal direction• effectively handled customer concerns and shared the feedback with store management as appropriate• creatively supported maintenance of store lay-out, stock management and other store operations as per guidelines• coached Customer Consultants to achieve exceptional customer service standards in partnership with the store management• passionate ambassador of The Body Shop Campaigns

Intu Trafford Centre

• managed shop selling floor, dressing rooms, visual, demonstration, and condition• helped in daily store restoration before, throughout, and after shop operating hours• encouraged current sales and promotions to clients, including goods pricing • assisted in the location and accessibility of selected items to ensure excellent client service• greeted customers, advised fashion to match their needs, and directed them to the right section by researching innovative trends and guaranteeing knowledge of the product• helped with price reduction and stock control• suggested garments and accessories to customers by providing updates on the latest trends

Intu Trafford Centre

Intu Trafford Centre

Levenshulme

• worked with groups of children under supervision of class teachers including the implementations of individual learning plans (ILPs)• established good relationships with pupils, through presenting a positive personal image and responding appropriately to individual needs• actively promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils• encouraged pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage in all their activities• promoted independence and rewarded achievement of self-reliance • supported the progression of children's learning by providing regular feedback to pupils in line with school expectations• under direction of class teacher, support with classroom preparation for lessons, including displaying work• contributed to the planning cycle, managing and preparing resources, evaluating and adjusting lessons/work plans as directed by the class teacher• supported with administration and assessment of routine tests• contributed to the development and implementation of appropriate behaviour management strategies• implemented agreed learning activities, adjusting activies according to pupils' responses/needs• supported the use of ICT in learning activities and developing pupils' competence and independence in its use• was aware of and complied with child protection procedures, health and safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting any concerns to the relevant member of staff• accompanied teachers and pupils on educational visits• maintained good working relationships with colleagues• contributed well to the overall ethos and aims of the school

Master Of Education - Med, Leadership In Learning

Initial 2-year programme (PGDE) completed as a part of the Teach First Leadership Development Programme (2018-2020). Returned to study.

Ba(Hons) Tesol/French, Languages And Linguistics, First Class Honours

Activities and Societies: Make A Difference Schools Outreach Ambassador Role upheld as an extra curricular roleUnits for each year are.

A Levels

Graphics Communications (A), Maths (C) and French (B). AS qualification in Sociology (A).

Gcses

Activities and Societies: Part of several sports teams and also Senior Prefect in final year11 A*- C GCSEs including Maths (A) and English.