Kelly Wakelin
Sitges
Summary
Collaborative working environments drive my enthusiasm and passions. Capable of monitoring, evaluating and supporting an integrated academic and pastoral curriculum. Hard working with high expectations of all. Thrive when the working ethos is one of productivity and enjoyment - the latter ensures the former. Works with an abundance of humour, passion, positivity and diligence.
Fosters a team spirit with an open-door, supportive approach to change management yet having authority to make tough decisions. Transparency, honest communication and a good dose of humour underpin a strong work ethic.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Early Years & Primary
Inspired Education Group
09.2018 - Current
- Ensuring that the Primary School’s academic program is fit for purpose and challenges students of all abilities.
- Engaging Primary School parents as active partners in their children’s learning in a variety of ways.
- Encouraging positive and regular participation of Primary School parents at school events.
- Ensuring that parents receive regular reports of their children’s progress and attainment that include next steps for learning.
- Distributing leadership effectively to achieve high standards of learning and personal development by creating an ethos of collective responsibility and mutual support.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with the whole school community.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
- Implemented an EAL Department.
- Recognition in NABSS inspection for introduction of Language Ambassadors initiative.
- Contributing time and expertise to the professional development of teachers and leaders. Participating and leading professional development workshops.
- Initiating, prioritising and leading the Primary School improvement through effective strategic leadership and planning which supports the vision, mission and values.
- Monitoring teachers’ plans, evaluate students’ classroom experiences, track students’ attainment and evaluate progress.
- Monitoring and managing change quickly, flexibly and successfully.
Primary Class Teacher & Head of Year 5
Goldstone Primary School, Brighton & Hove Council
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication with students and parents.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines, procedures, and behaviour expectations.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using both formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Organized engaging field trips to supplement classroom learning and provide real-world connections to course material.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about student performance, goals, and needs.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development and instructional improvement initiatives.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community, sharing expertise and offering guidance as they navigated their first years in the profession.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Subject Lead: EAL
- Other responsibilities: Teacher Governor, Aspirations Lead, Reading Action Group Lead.
Primary Class Teacher & Head of Year 4
Brunswick Primary School, Brighton & Hove Council
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering open communication with students and parents.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions and additional support, increasing their academic achievement levels.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, ensuring accurate reporting to parents during conferences and in report cards.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in education and improve teaching skills continually.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom setting effectively.
- Utilised various assessment tools to measure student growth consistently, providing valuable data for instructional decision-making purposes.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Implemented behaviour modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Subject Lead: PSHE, Computing
- Other responsibilities: Pedagogy & Curriculum Key Lead, NQT Mentor; EAL Action Research Lead, Teaching & Learning Coach, Lead for Enterprise Week.
Primary Class Teacher
Burlington Junior School, Royal Borough: Kingston
09.2009 - 08.2013
- Construction of daily and medium term lesson plans.
- Delivery of lessons spanning the whole UK National Curriculum.
- Responsible for the pastoral care and overall wellbeing of the class.
- Scheduling of curriculum enrichment activities and special events.
- Organisation of school trips, including running and leading residential trips.
- Led extra-curricular activities: Bench Ball Coach; Hockey Coach, Year 6 English Booster Groups
- Subject Lead: History, Geography, PSHE.
- Other responsibilities: NQT Mentor; Trainee Teacher Mentor; Slow Progress group tuition; Teacher Governor and Founder of the ‘Burlington Museum’ (an in-house museum set up to improve writing across the school, linked to our School Development Plan).
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education & History With QTS
Roehampton University
London, England06.2009
Skills
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of integrity and a accountability
- Attention to Detail
- Cultural Awareness
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Readily adapts to change
Certification
Paediatric First Aid
Health & Safety D9 (ASPY)
Designated Safeguarding Lead (Level 3)
Affiliations
- International cooking
- Reading
- Hiking
- Mediation
- Outdoor Pursuits
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Early Years & Primary
Inspired Education Group
09.2018 - Current
Primary Class Teacher & Head of Year 5
Goldstone Primary School, Brighton & Hove Council
09.2016 - 08.2018
Primary Class Teacher & Head of Year 4
Brunswick Primary School, Brighton & Hove Council
09.2013 - 08.2016
Primary Class Teacher
Burlington Junior School, Royal Borough: Kingston
09.2009 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education & History With QTS
Roehampton University
Paediatric First Aid
Health & Safety D9 (ASPY)
Designated Safeguarding Lead (Level 3)
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