Founder - The Book Lords
(2025-01)
Research, catalogue and market antiquarian, collectible and first edition books.
- Produce bibliographically accurate catalogue descriptions, condition reports and provenance research.
- Photograph and prepare books for sale across specialist online marketplaces and social media platforms.
- Source collections and through private sellers, fairs, markets and dealers.
- Organise and attend book fairs, pop-up events and exhibitions to promote stock and engage with collectors.
- Develop marketing materials, digital content and promotional campaigns to increase visibility and sales.
- Build relationships with collectors, booksellers and prospective clients, providing knowledgeable advice and excellent customer service.
- Oversee all aspects of the business, including acquisitions, cataloguing, pricing, photography, logistics and sales administration.
Supply SEND Teacher - Various schools across Greater London and Berkshire - Greater London and Berkshire
(2025-12)
- Deliver personalised provision for pupils with Autism, PMLD and complex SEND.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams including SaLT, OT and Teaching Assistants.
- Implement trauma-informed and PBS approaches.
- Maintain safeguarding records and professional communication.
SEN Teacher - States of Guernsey (Le Rondin School) - Rue des Landes, Guernsey
(2023-09 - 2025-08)
Lead Design and Technology Teacher and PPA Teacher at a specialist school supporting pupils aged 5–11 with moderate, severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), complex communication needs and additional medical needs. Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals, families and support staff to deliver personalised, holistic provision that promoted educational progress, wellbeing and independence.
- Delivered personalised educational provision tailored to pupils' cognitive, communication, sensory and physical needs.
- Collaborated with parents, therapists, medical professionals and senior leaders to support holistic planning and improve outcomes for pupils with complex SEND.
- Contributed to person-centred planning by monitoring progress, reviewing provision and adapting strategies to meet individual needs and long-term outcomes.
- Led and coached Teaching Assistants to ensure consistent implementation of interventions, behaviour support strategies and high-quality classroom practice.
- Developed differentiated resources and personalised learning programmes to maximise engagement, independence and inclusion.
- Implemented trauma-informed and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches to promote emotional regulation, positive relationships and pupil wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate records of pupil progress, behaviour, interventions and safeguarding concerns to support effective communication and multi-agency working.
- Worked closely with education, health and care professionals to coordinate support and ensure consistency across educational and therapeutic provision.
Teacher of Design Technology - Kings College International School - Bangkok, Thailand
(2021-07 - 2023-08)
King's College International School Bangkok is a King's College School Wimbledon affiliate. Recruited to establish and lead the Design and Technology curriculum across the Primary School within an outstanding British international school, working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an inclusive, enquiry-based curriculum that promoted creativity, problem-solving and pupil engagement.
- Established and led the Design and Technology curriculum across the Primary School, ensuring high-quality teaching and consistent provision across year groups.
- Developed an inclusive curriculum that enabled pupils with a range of learning needs and abilities to access meaningful learning experiences.
- Worked collaboratively with teachers, senior leaders and support staff to review pupil progress, analyse assessment data and implement strategies to improve educational outcomes.
- Led and coached Teaching Assistants, promoting consistent practice, effective classroom support and high standards of teaching and learning.
- Designed differentiated learning opportunities that balanced individual, small-group and whole-class approaches to meet diverse learner needs.
- Managed departmental resources, procurement and learning environments to create safe, engaging and accessible spaces that supported practical learning.
- Developed cross-curricular STEM and sustainability projects, including a marine conservation initiative designing artificial coral reef structures to support environmental education.
- Contributed to whole-school curriculum development and continuous improvement through collaborative planning, professional dialogue and evidence-informed practice.
Teacher of Design Technology - Al Yasmina Academy - Abu Dhabi
(2017-08 - 2021-07)
Yasmina British Academy is an outstanding British international school educating pupils from Foundation Stage to Year 13. Held leadership responsibilities alongside teaching, contributing to curriculum development, pastoral care, wellbeing initiatives and whole-school improvement.
- Served as Assistant Head of Year 10, supporting pupil wellbeing, attendance, behaviour and pastoral care through early identification of needs and collaborative intervention.
- Led the school's sustainability programme, achieving Green Flag Award accreditation through whole-school leadership, project management and stakeholder engagement.
- Led the Design & Technology Graphics Department, maintaining outstanding teaching standards and supporting departmental quality improvement.
- Developed and implemented departmental literacy strategies to improve pupils' communication, subject-specific vocabulary and academic outcomes.
- Collected, analysed and monitored pupil attainment, attendance and behaviour data to identify emerging concerns and inform targeted interventions.
- Worked collaboratively with senior leaders, pastoral teams and teaching colleagues to review pupil progress and implement strategies that improved educational outcomes.
- Designed inclusive learning programmes that enabled pupils with a range of abilities and learning needs to access the curriculum successfully.
- Developed and delivered a nine-week mindfulness programme for students aged 11–18, promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience and positive mental health.
- Contributed to curriculum review and continuous improvement through evidence-informed practice, resource development and collaborative planning.
Teacher of Design Technology - Richmond Park Academy - London
(2015-09 - 2017-07)
Delivered an inclusive Design & Technology curriculum across Key Stages 3–5, adapting teaching approaches to meet a range of learning needs and maximise pupil engagement.
- Mentored Gifted and Talented pupils, providing personalised support to extend achievement and encourage independent learning.
- Designed and introduced a school-wide mindfulness programme to promote emotional wellbeing, resilience and positive mental health.
- Organised enrichment opportunities, including guest speakers, extracurricular clubs and STEM initiatives to enhance pupil aspiration and engagement.
- Developed and implemented Schemes of Work, contributing to curriculum planning, quality improvement and consistent teaching practice across the department.
- Collaborated with colleagues to review curriculum provision, analyse pupil progress and refine teaching strategies to improve educational outcomes.
- Led a multi-school engineering and electronics competition involving three secondary schools in partnership with the local Rotary Club, strengthening community engagement and cross-school collaboration.
Teacher of Design Technology - Highcrest Academy - High Wycombe
(2014-09 - 2015-08)
Various Graphic Design Positions (Non-Academic) - Various
(2008-01 - 2014-12)
