Experienced and adaptable professional with 30 years' experience and over 20 years in senior leadership roles
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Experienced and adaptable professional with 30 years' experience and over 20 years in senior leadership roles. Skilled in leading teams, managing change, developing people and using technology to improve outcomes. Now seeking to bring strong leadership, computing and organisational skills to a new sector where I can continue to make a positive impact.
Senior Leader, Year Group Leader & Subject Coordinator at River Beach Primary School (2004-01 – 2024-12)
During a 22-year career at River Beach Primary School, I held a range of leadership positions and played a key role in guiding the organisation through significant periods of change, including its transition from a junior school to a primary school and subsequent integration into the SchoolsWorks Academy Trust. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, I contributed to strategic decision-making, organisational development and the successful implementation of school-wide improvement initiatives. I led teams across multiple year groups, managing staff performance, supporting professional development and ensuring the delivery of ambitious objectives.
Lead, I developed and executed strategic action plans, analysed performance data, lead quality assurance processes and delivered training programmes that improved outcomes and consistency across the organisation. Responsible for the performance and development of up to 120 pupils at a time, I successfully led teams to achieve challenging targets, including preparing children for age-related assessments in a Year 6 cohort. Throughout my career, I built a reputation for collaborative leadership, adaptability, effective communication and delivering results in complex and evolving environments.
Supply Teacher & Class Teacher at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School (2024-01 – Present)
Following a successful 22-year career in leadership and education, I chose to broaden my professional experience by working across a range of organisations and environments. This role required the ability to quickly adapt to different teams, cultures, systems and operational priorities while consistently delivering high standards of performance. By building effective relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and service users, I was able to make an immediate impact within each setting and successfully manage competing demands in fast-paced environments.
A long-term supply placement at St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School resulted in a permanent position, demonstrating my ability to integrate rapidly into new teams, establish credibility and contribute positively to organisational objectives. This experience further strengthened my adaptability, communication, problem-solving and leadership skills, while confirming my ambition to apply these transferable strengths within a new sector.
Scouting Volunteer - Beaver and Scout Leader at 1st Ferring Sea Scouts (2011-01 – Present)
Lead and support young people through a varied programme of activities focused on personal development, teamwork, resilience and community engagement. Plan and deliver events, outdoor activities and residential experiences, ensuring high standards of safety, organisation and inclusion. Support the group in recruiting, developing and mentoring volunteers, build positive relationships with parents and the wider Scout District, and contribute to the strategic planning and successful operation of the Scout Group.
Through this role, continue to develop strong leadership, communication, coaching, problem-solving and project management skills.
BTech National in Building Construction in Building Construction – Erith College of Technology (1992-01 – 1994-12)
Bachelor of Arts in Education with Computing and Maths – Goldsmiths University, London (1994-01 – 1998-12)
