Curriculum and pastoral lead. As the Head of Year 7, I am dedicated to ensuring a smooth and enriching transition for students as they embark on their secondary school journey. My role encompasses a multifaceted approach to student development, focusing on academic achievement, emotional well-being, and social integration.Key Responsibilities:Academic Support: Collaborating with teachers and support staff to monitor student progress, identify areas for improvement, and implement tailored strategies to help each student reach their full potential.Pastoral Care: Providing a nurturing environment where students feel safe, valued, and heard. Addressing individual needs through counseling, conflict resolution, and fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.Parent Engagement: Maintaining open lines of communication with parents and guardians, offering regular updates on student progress, and organizing events that encourage parental involvement in the educational process.Behavioral Guidance: Setting clear expectations for behavior and consistently applying school policies. Leading initiatives that promote positive behavior and address challenges proactively.Transition Facilitation: Assisting students in adjusting to the new school environment by organizing orientation programs, buddy systems, and regular check-ins. Supporting their growth from primary to secondary education.Extracurricular Activities: Encouraging participation in a variety of extracurricular activities to develop well-rounded individuals. Overseeing clubs, sports, and other events that enhance the students experience.

As the Head of Department for KS3 Design Technology and KS4 Engineering, I am committed to delivering a dynamic and forward-thinking curriculum that inspires creativity, critical thinking, and technical skills. My role extends to overseeing KS3 Food Technology and KS4 Hospitality and Catering, ensuring a cohesive and comprehensive educational experience across these disciplines.Curriculum Development: Leading the design and implementation of engaging, rigorous, and relevant curricula for KS3 Design Technology and KS4 Engineering. Ensuring alignment with educational standards and industry trends to prepare students for future opportunities.Team Leadership: Line managing a dedicated team of teachers, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. Providing mentorship, professional development, and performance evaluations to promote teaching excellence and continuous improvement.Program Oversight: Overseeing the KS3 Food Technology and KS4 Hospitality and Catering programs. Ensuring high-quality teaching, innovative lesson planning, and resource management to deliver exceptional student outcomes.Resource Management: Efficiently managing departmental resources, including budgets, equipment, and materials. Ensuring well-equipped classrooms and workshops that enhance the learning experience.Extracurricular Enrichment: Leading and supporting extracurricular activities, clubs, and competitions that complement the curriculum and provide additional learning opportunities for students.Successfully integrated technology and industry practices into the KS3 Design Technology and KS4 Engineering curricula, resulting in enhanced student engagement and skill development.With a passion for education and a dedication to fostering a love for design, engineering, and culinary arts, I am proud to lead a department that equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary for their future endeavors.

Curriculum Coordinator. Planning and implementation of schemes of work adapting KS4 content to be brought into KS3 curriculum.Monitoring and implementation of assessment strategy across KS3.Teacher of KS4 Edexcel DT and AQA Art and Design: Graphic Communication. KS5 AQA 3D Design.In charge of Gatsby Benchmark within DT - introducing pupils to careers and work experience outside of education with industry experts in engineering in KS4 and KS5. Teacher training mentor for PGCE student. Weekly mentoring including sharing of best practice and resources.

Teacher of design and technology. Teaching across KS3 to KS5. Including KS4 Edexcel DT GCSE, Art and Design GCSE 3D Design and KS5 Art, Craft and Design.

Teacher training School Direct programme with UCL/IOE. Outcome - QTS

Cover Supervisor for primarily Maths and Design technology/ BTEC Construction.

Freelance Graphic design work. Variety of projects including logo/branding design and creating print based advertisements.