Ray Lau Email & Phone Number

Professional SummaryA dedicated and experienced education professional, I am the Director of Education at Active Swim, where I oversee the Coach Education (teacher training) and Teacher Development programs for swimming teachers. With a profound background in educational leadership, I am committed to fostering the professional growth and development of teachers, ensuring the highest standards of instruction in the field of swimming.Current Roles and ResponsibilitiesDirector of Education, Active Swim* Lead and manage Coach Education and Teacher Development programs.* Develop and implement training curriculums and continuous professional development (CPD) initiatives for swimming teachers.* Ensure the quality and effectiveness of teaching methods and practices across the company.Ofsted Inspector* Conduct inspections of primary and secondary schools.* Lead and participate in inspection teams, providing detailed and constructive feedback.* Ensure schools meet statutory requirements and uphold high standards of education.PhD Researcher in Teacher Development in Swimming* Engage in advanced research focused on the development of swimming teachers.* Analyse and contribute to the academic field of Learning and Teaching in sports coaching and learning.Leadership Performance Coach and Assessor * Coach and mentor cohorts of learners studying for the Senior Leader qualification (NPQSL).* Assessor for the NPQSL and NPQH programmes. Academic Background* Specialised in Learning and Teaching in Education, University of Oxford* NLP Master Practitioner and Master CoachPublications and Consultancy* Author of several books on education and leadership.* Extensive experience in educational consultancy, offering expertise to various educational institutions and organisations.Skills and Competencies* Strong leadership and management skills.* Expertise in teacher training and development.* In-depth knowledge of educational inspection and regulatory requirements.* Advanced coaching and mentoring abilities.* Research proficiency and academic writing.

Listed skills include Coaching, Staff Development, Teaching, Educational Leadership, and 46 others.

• Education Consultant

  Ray Lau Consultancy

  London, England, Gb