Hayley Sanford

Qualified Art Teacher with QTS and extensive experience teaching and supporting young people within SEMH and specialist education settings. Experienced in delivering Art & Design across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE Art and OCN qualifications. Skilled in project-based learning, adapting lessons to individual needs and creating positive learning environments that promote engagement, confidence and progress.

Creative and reflective practitioner with experience in assessment, behaviour management, safeguarding and supporting pupils with barriers to learning.

Teaching Assistant / Art Lead - Bright Minds Creative Academy

(2019-01)

• Plan and deliver Art & Design lessons across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE Art and OCN qualifications.
• Develop creative, project-based learning opportunities that encourage achievement and independence.
• Adapt teaching approaches and resources to meet SEMH and additional learning needs.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, maintain records and support future planning.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to create a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Deliver individual and small-group Drawing and Talking sessions.
• Work with colleagues, families and external professionals to support pupil development.
• Support transition, college applications, work experience and preparation for adulthood.
• Maintain safeguarding standards and promote pupil wellbeing.

Teaching Assistant – PMLD - Rutherford School

(2017-01 - 2019-12)

• Provided 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
• Supported personalised learning, sensory activities and communication approaches.
• Assisted pupils with complex needs, including mobility, medical and care requirements.
• Contributed to creative projects and worked within a specialist team to promote inclusion.

Tattoo Apprentice

(2015-01 - 2016-12)

Developed creative skills, design awareness, precision and attention to detail.

Teacher Support - Fairchilds Primary School

(2006-01 - 2009-12)

Supported classroom learning and pupil engagement.

BA (Hons) - Education Studies - University of Greenwich (2012-01 - 2015-12)

Diploma - Education Studies - Bromley College (2009-01 - 2011-12)

GCSE Equivalency - English, Maths and Science (2009-01 - 2011-12)

OCR Level 2 - IT Users (2005-01 - 2006-12)

GCSE - Art