SLE Directory - 2018-19 visual v3 LR · 2018-09-21 · worked with a range of colleagues, from NQTs...

SLEDIRECTORY

2018-20191

Candleby Lane Teaching School Alliance is committed to supporting the needs of all schools and children from across our alliance and beyond. We are proud to have a growing network of accredited and trained specialist leaders of education available to support you and your school.

SLEs are outstanding practitioners equipped to support the system through school to school support and delivery of CPD. All of our SLEs are from a primary background and are able to support a wide range of specialisms, translating their understanding of what constitutes outstanding practice to enable others to achieve this within their own context.

We are very flexible in our approach to SLE deployments, with our team of SLEs experienced in delivering CPD, providing one on one support, providing support across a team or addressing a whole school priority.

Please use this directory to develop an understanding of the expertise we have available to support you and your school.

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MANAGER OR CALL 0115 989 1010

Introduction

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Contents

English 1-2

Maths 3-4

EYFS 5-6

Teaching & Learning 7

ICT 8

SEN 8-9

KS1 9

Behaviour & Attendance 10

Leadership & Curriculum Leadership 11

Business Management 12

Art & Drama 13

SMSC, PSHE & RE 13

Reading 13

Pupil Premium & Closing the Gap 14

Parental Engagement 14

FOCUS Page(s)

Adam Leivers-Dunn EnglishI am a Yr 3/4 teacher at the Flying High Academy, Ladybrook. I thoroughly enjoy my role within the classroom and opportunities to work in partnership with teachers from other schools. During my career I have worked within and alongside schools in a category, supporting them to develop and improve. In partnership with another SLE I have led the teaching school NQT+1 programme and have been involved in school to school support providing a structured programme of support to literacy leaders and addressing whole school literacy priorities.

Cath Wilkes EnglishI’ve been teaching for 22 years and have been fortunate enough to have worked in very contrasting schools and areas during my time as English subject leader. I spent 5 years as a Primary Strategy Consultant for Nottinghamshire with a focus on supporting schools in English and more recently I became Lead Practitioner for English in the Flying High Trust. I continue to teach for part of the week alongside the Lead Practitioner work. I am also co-author of ‘I know what to write now!’ Engaging Boys (and Girls) Through A Multimodal Approach.

Caroline Houghton English / KS2I am Assistant Head at St Peter's Junior School, Ruddington. I possess 15 years teaching experience across 4 different schools, specialising in Key Stage 2. Within my current role I coordinate English and Pupil Premium. Recent initiatives include the promotion of Reading for Pleasure, developing skills in inference and improving approaches to shared and guided reading.

Alongside this, I am passionate about improving the life chances for Disadvantaged Pupils. I am creative in my approach to providing a variety of enrichment opportunities in order to increase aspiration, readiness for learning and the overall attainment of these identified children. I sincerely believe in the benefits of inter-school collaboration and I am excited about the opportunity to engage with new schools and colleagues.

Charlotte Ford English / Art / DramaI am a Year 6 teacher at Candleby Lane School in Cotgrave. I lead the Creative Arts in school and am the lead practitioner in designing and developing the Creative Schools Network. I work alongside The Mighty Creatives in an Educational Partnership to support schools across Nottinghamshire, where my role is as an Artsmark Ambassador and Arts Award advisor.

I enjoy using supportive and creative approaches to inspire staff and pupils to develop across all areas of the curriculum. I have experience leading year groups in KS2, standards with the phase, supporting SCITT trainees and NQTs.

English

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Ruth Noyes EYFS/Maths/EnglishI am a deputy head in a primary school and have school wide responsibility for assessment, planning and curriculum. I am also numeracy coordinator with particular focus on KS1 which is also the age group I teach. I work for the Local Authority as a moderator and trainer and have recently attended STA and inter Local Authority moderation events for end of KS1 assessment. I revel in the challenge of improving my own practice and enjoy encouraging others to self-reflect upon their own. In my school we have recently developed a system which supports teachers to self-improve with specific CPD matched to each key focus. My experience ensures that I feel confident in delivering both school to school support and CPD.

Sophie McGuinness English/MathsI have been teaching for 13 years and have been fortunate enough to work in a variety of contexts. I am currently in my second year as Deputy Head at Holly Primary School. My current leadership responsibilities include: Attainment & achievement, vulnerable groups & intervention lead, Pupil premium & closing the gap, Appraisal & Quality first teaching. Prior to this, I was a senior teacher working primarily in Year 5/6 at another primary school in Nottinghamshire.

I am also a KS2 writing moderator for the county council and senior marker for the KS2 GPS SATs paper.

I have experience of facilitating training and leading network meetings. I have also worked with a range of colleagues, from NQTs to experienced teachers, developing CPD and support packages in both my own and other schools.

Fliss Prior Curriculum Leadership/Closing the Gap/ English/Maths/ ICTI’m a Lead Practitioner, previously teaching Yr 6 and have been teaching for 9 years. I enjoy teaching in a fun and creative way and challenge myself to use innovative and ‘out of the box’ ideas.

I have also been an English Leader, I would like to support other teachers in any area of the curriculum or with closing the gap. I am also open to new challenges such as being a course facilitator should the opportunity arise.

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Lauren Ellis EYFS/EnglishI have been teaching for 9 years and during this time I have taught across all three Key Stages. I have had experience of Key Stage 2 leadership, Foundation Stage Leader and now working in Key Stage 1. Other roles in the past have included English Lead and I am now working as Phonics Leader. My current role has affirmed my belief that early education is key to developing an enthusiasm for learning, resulting in children achieving the very best they can and being ready for the future that lies ahead of them. I continually and effectively collaborate with a number of agencies involved with primary aged children. Through this collaboration I have gained an insight into many different strategies and pedagogical approaches.

Craig Tilstone MathsI have been teaching for fifteen years, joining The Flying High Academy Ladybrook in January 2014. Many of these years have been spent in Year 6, though I currently teach in Year 4/5. I am the Maths Leader – a role which has involved re-shaping the teaching of Mathematics throughout school to reflect the three aims of the new Maths curriculum – Fluency, Reasoning and Problem Solving. My qualifications include being a Primary Maths Specialist and completing the Leading Writing programme – the latter of which involved supporting other schools to drive standards in Writing, particularly through the use of varied sentence structures. In addition to leading Maths, I am also the Computing Leader at FHA – one of my passions being the use of iPads to support learning and foster creativity.

Dan Graney MathsI am in my 10th year of teaching and currently work at Edwalton Primary School as Assistant head teacher and Maths co-ordinator. I joined the school in Sept 2012 as Key Stage 2 leader, working in year 6 and immediately began working with staff and the Head Teacher on their recent Ofsted feedback and School development plan. Initially focusing on marking, I introduced a new child-friendly marking and feedback policy along with symbols for success criteria in writing. I worked with teachers in order to improve their arithmetic proficiency and use of manipulatives when teaching mathematics and I completed the NCETM's Professional development Lead Support Programme last summer. As well as maths, I now focus on staff development and teaching and learning across Key Stage 2.



Hilary Southwell Maths/Teaching & LearningI am Teaching and Learning Lead at Candleby Lane School. My passion is ensuring all children receive the best possible teaching so that they achieve the best possible outcomes. As well as teaching in KS2, I enjoy working with colleagues in school and across the Trust to develop skilled, reflective and successful practitioners.

Maths

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Tom Isherwood MathsI am a Lead Practitioner for Maths and have been teaching for over 10 years now, since graduating from Exeter University. In my current role at Hillside Primary, I have developed my subject specialism of numeracy, as well as working as a mentor to many trainee and newly qualified teachers. Since visiting China in 2014 as part of the Shanghai exchange programme, I have focused on developing teaching maths for mastery at Hillside, through the Teaching School Alliance, and more widely through my work with the East Midlands West Maths Hub. I lead the Maths Subject Leaders Network, as well as delivering the maths content for the Inspiring Leaders SCITT course.


Sophie McGuinness English/MathsI have been teaching for 13 years and have been fortunate enough to work in a variety of contexts. I am currently in my second year as Deputy Head at Holly Primary School. My current leadership responsibilities include: Attainment & achievement, vulnerable groups & intervention lead, Pupil premium & closing the gap, Appraisal & Quality first teaching. Prior to this, I was a senior teacher working primarily in Year 5/6 at another primary school in Nottinghamshire.

I am also a KS2 writing moderator for the county council and senior marker for the KS2 GPS SATs paper.

I have experience of facilitating training and leading network meetings. I have also worked with a range of colleagues, from NQTs to experienced teachers, developing CPD and support packages in both my own and other schools.

Jenny Pavier MathsI have eight years teaching experience across KS2 and I currently teach year 6 at Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy. My specialism is Maths and I have completed the Maths Specialist Teacher Programme at Nottingham Trent University. I am on the Senior Leadership Team and I am the subject leader for Maths as well as KS2 leader.

Katherine Hall MathsI am the Year 2 class teacher and Mathematics Coordinator at Lambley Primary School. I have recently been appointed as a Primary Mathematics Teaching for Mastery Specialist with the East Midlands East Maths Hub through the NCETM, and completed MaST with Northampton University in my third year of teaching. I have had experience in leading whole school training and supporting staff in my own school and others, and have led training sessions on mathematics teaching at Flying High Network Meetings and Teach Meets.

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Nicola Middleton EYFSI joined Edwalton in January 2012 teaching Year 1 following three years as an Early Years Improvement Advisor for Leicestershire LEA. I am Assistant Head Teacher and KS1 Lead. In this role I have further embedded a creative, play based, age appropriate curriculum into Year 1. I have 16 years teaching experience across Early Years and Year 1 and have extensive county wide School Improvement experience within a number of roles across Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire. My specialisms are Early Years curriculum, KS1 Lead, phonics and Early Years Profile Moderator.

Julie Witham EYFS/KS1/KS2 SEN SupportI am a Senior Teaching Assistant and member of the Senior Leadership Team at Carlton Digby Special School. I have over 20 years of special school experience across all key stages (3-19years). Currently I am working within EYFS, KS1 and KS2. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, I am responsible for line managing Teaching Assistants, Personal Care Assistants, Health Care Assistants and Midday Supervisors. I have supported staff within my own setting and others. I enjoy offering practical advice to ensure support staff are reaching their full potential and are having a positive impact on teaching and learning.

Kelly Darby EYFSI am a class teacher at Peafield Lane Academy and over the last 15 years have had experience of teaching across all Key Stages. For the past 4 years I have been a practitioner in EYFS and am part of an outstanding Early Years team. I specialise in teaching phonics and early reading and writing. I am also skilled in developing a highly personalised approach to teaching and learning.

I have had experience coaching and supporting staff in both my own school and others and I am committed to helping others to achieve high standards for all. I enjoy a creative approach to teaching and aim to inspire and motivate.

Lauren Ellis EYFS/EnglishI have been teaching for 9 years and during this time I have taught across all three Key Stages. I have had experience of Key Stage 2 leadership, Foundation Stage Leader and now working in Key Stage 1. Other roles in the past have included English Lead and I am now working as Phonics Leader. My current role has affirmed my belief that early education is key to developing an enthusiasm for learning, resulting in children achieving the very best they can and being ready for the future that lies ahead of them. I continually and effectively collaborate with a number of agencies involved with primary aged children. Through this collaboration I have gained an insight into many different strategies and pedagogical approaches.

Lisa Kania EYFS/KS1/PhonicsI am a lead practitioner for Early Years, leading on 'Trust Standards' and have been teaching for 8 years, experiencing working across all Key Stages. I work at Mapplewells Primary and Nursery School as the F2 class teacher. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, I have taken on the role of Early Years, along with Maths Co-ordinator. I have experience supporting staff in both my own school and others, focusing on teaching and learning and the assessment of Early Years and Phonics in particular.

EYFS

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Rebecca Howard EYFSI am a year 1 teacher and head of teaching and learning at Ravenshead Primary School. I love my job observing the children progress in all areas of their development and I am continually adapting my own practice to secure the best possible outcomes for the children in my care. My specialism is EYFS and teaching early reading and writing, I have experience supporting colleagues in and beyond my own school.

Sarah Gilbody EYFSI am Deputy Head Teacher and EYFS Leader of Learning at Greenwood Primary and Nursery School. I currently lead and manage a large Foundation Department with over 100 pupils.

I have worked as a Local Authority EYFS Moderator for eleven years, during which time I have also supported many schools and delivered training as an EYSL. My specialisms include - planning to ensure coverage in F1 and 2 ,assessment and tracking, observational assessment, child development, entry and exit data analysis, moderation and EYFS staff training. I have supported many schools with early Years Leadership development.I am a nominated member of the Early Years Consultation Group.

I have a huge interest in the Learning Environment, inside and out and how the organisation of this can promote children's learning, independence and the Characteristics of Effective Learning.

I have worked as a Teaching Mentor for over 16 years. I have experience in supporting NQT's and experienced Teachers across the Key stages. I hope to inspire others to realise how our work changes lives and understand that the children are at the centre of all that we do.


Sarah Tyler EYFSI am a Reception teacher and EYFS leader at Woodthorpe Infants' School, and have previously worked in Foundation Stage and Key Stage One in Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire schools. I have been an SLE for the last four years with Redhill Teaching School Alliance and am excited to now be working with Candleby Lane. Within my SLE role I have delivered phonics CPD sessions for nursery and primary colleagues, and have also provided in school support in primary and secondary schools.

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Michelle Adjebeng KS1/SEN/ Teaching & LearningI have been teaching for the past 13 years and my passion lies in Key Stage One. I am currently a Year 2 teacher at Cotgrave Candleby Lane School where I am year group leader. My other responsibilities are TA line manager and SENCo and I have a range of experience working with staff on differentiation, and interventions. The Master’s degree I completed in inclusive education gave me a true insight into inclusion rather than integration.

I have also had the opportunity to support staff in other schools as a P scale moderator for the local authority and as an AFA coach for Achievement for All 3As.

Laura Wookey Teaching & LearningI am Lead Practitioner for Teaching and Learning for the Flying High Partnership and also work in one of our Trust schools for 2 days a week; prior to this I was an AST. I am motivated by researching and developing practice to ensure great learning. My role includes designing and delivering staff training, personalised CPD and supporting leaders to develop strategic action plans to move learning forward.

Lisa Evans KS1/Teaching & LearningAn experienced senior T.A. at Peafield Lane Primary School in Mansfield Woodhouse over the last 4 years, as part of the SLT, I have worked successfully to empower and motivate the team around me by recognising and developing individual strengths and skills. My experiences ensure that I am in a strong position to provide support to effectively raise the profile of T.A.’s within your school and enhance their role within the school community, built on solid foundations in teaching and learning for all teaching staff.

Hilary Southwell Maths/Teaching & LearningI am Teaching and Learning Lead at Candleby Lane School. My passion is ensuring all children receive the best possible teaching so that they achieve the best possible outcomes. As well as teaching in KS2, I enjoy working with colleagues in school and across the Trust to develop skilled, reflective and successful practitioners.

Leigh Symmons KS1/ Teaching and Learning lead/Behaviour/Growth MindsetI am a class teacher and member of the Senior Leadership Team at Ernehale Infant School. Over the last 18 years, I have had experience of teaching across the Key Stages and I am now currently teaching in Year Two. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, I have taken on the role of Teaching and Learning Lead, along with History, Geography and RE subject leader and EVC. I have had experience supporting staff in both my own school and others, along currently being a facilitator for the OTP/ITP.

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Clare Board ICTI am a CAS (Computing At School) Computing Master Teacher. I have many years’ experience of teaching and subject coordination across Foundation, KS1 and KS2, having worked in a large primary school for 16 years.

For the last 5 years my role at St Peter’s C of E Junior school in Ruddington has included teaching Computing across all the year groups in KS2. At St Peter’s we now have 1:1 iPads for all children in Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 so my understanding and experience of how to use the iPads to enhance children’s learning is rapidly increasing.

I have delivered a number of workshops and courses on Computer Science and the new Computing curriculum for Nottinghamshire LA. I am passionate about getting children to learn how to program a computer because it teaches children how to think!



ICT

SEN

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Nic Williams Business Management/Parental Engagement/SENI am currently Director of Business and Community at Blue Bell Hill Primary School in St Ann’s, Nottingham. I have been working in inner city schools for the past 17 years. I started my career as a Teaching Assistant; then became the first Primary Learning Mentor in the City of Nottingham. A major part of my role has been as the Lead Behaviour and Attendance Professional and the Lead SEAL co-coordinator, speaking at many National conferences on SEAL. As part of the Senior Management team of Blue Bell Hill Primary I helped lead it from being a struggling school with poor grades to an Ofsted rated “Outstanding” School.

I am passionate about schools being at the heart of the community and providing new opportunities and experiences for its children and families.

Lisa Evans KS1/Teaching & LearningAn experienced senior T.A. at Peafield Lane Primary School in Mansfield Woodhouse over the last 4 years, as part of the SLT, I have worked successfully to empower and motivate the team around me by recognising and developing individual strengths and skills. My experiences ensure that I am in a strong position to provide support to effectively raise the profile of T.A.’s within your school and enhance their role within the school community, built on solid foundations in teaching and learning for all teaching staff.


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Sarah Laycock Curriculum Leadership/ MfL/RE/ITT/BehaviourDeputy head teacher/ KS2 leader of teaching and learning/ behaviour lead, assessment lead, SMSC lead, international schools coordinator NQT and RQT induction leader and year 6 teacher.

I have been teaching for 15 years and I have been working at Greenwood a Primary for the last 9 years. I am often observed by other schools as an example of an excellent year 6 practitioner. I am extremely passionate about teaching and helping newly qualified members of staff to become the best they can be. I have supported NQT and RQT who have been identified as struggling and helped them to achieve their potential. I am happy to work with anyone on anything to learn new skills myself and to help to develop others. My strengths are helping people in challenging situations.

Linsey Taylor Leadership/Behaviour/ AttendanceI have been teaching since 1998 and have worked in a variety of different schools in both Nottinghamshire and Essex. I have been in various leadership positions since 2005 including Behaviour and Attitudes Co-ordinator, Assistant head and SENCO. I became Deputy Head at Hillside Primary School in September 2016 and my specialisms are leadership, behaviour and attendance. I also have experience of being a mentor for students and for NQTs.

Over the last 4 years I have been fortunate enough to facilitate aspects of the NPQML, assisting teachers on the first steps of their journeys into leadership. I have also helped to deliver packages of support for individuals and groups of teachers to improve practice.


Behaviour & Attendance

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Sarah Laycock Curriculum Leadership/ MfL/RE/ITT/BehaviourDeputy head teacher/ KS2 leader of teaching and learning/ behaviour lead, assessment lead, SMSC lead, international schools coordinator NQT and RQT induction leader and year 6 teacher.

I have been teaching for 15 years and I have been working at Greenwood a Primary for the last 9 years. I am often observed by other schools as an example of an excellent year 6 practitioner. I am extremely passionate about teaching and helping newly qualified members of staff to become the best they can be. I have supported NQT and RQT who have been identified as struggling and helped them to achieve their potential. I am happy to work with anyone on anything to learn new skills myself and to help to develop others. My strengths are helping people in challenging situations.



Linsey Taylor Leadership/Behaviour/ AttendanceI have been teaching since 1998 and have worked in a variety of different schools in both Nottinghamshire and Essex. I have been in various leadership positions since 2005 including Behaviour and Attitudes Co-ordinator, Assistant head and SENCO. I became Deputy Head at Hillside Primary School in September 2016 and my specialisms are leadership, behaviour and attendance. I also have experience of being a mentor for students and for NQTs.

Over the last 4 years I have been fortunate enough to facilitate aspects of the NPQML, assisting teachers on the first steps of their journeys into leadership. I have also helped to deliver packages of support for individuals and groups of teachers to improve practice.

Leadership & Curriculum Leadership

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Nicola Mather Business ManagementI am the Business Manager at Hillside Primary & Nursery School, with 8 years’ experience of managing a school/academy. The role of a School Business Manager is hugely complex and I understand the impact that excellent school business management can have on a school both in terms of cost savings, income generation and freeing up the time of senior leaders to enable them to focus on teaching and learning.

My role in the school’s academy conversion in 2013 has equipped me with the knowledge and understanding of this process and the significant impact this has on the business operation of schools. I have been involved in school to school support mentoring business managers with the transition from school to academy status, providing support and guidance in what can be a daunting and complex procedure.I strongly believe that networking and sharing good practice is key to successful School Business Management.

Helen Ballard SBMI am currently Trust Business Manager, playing an integral part of the leadership of all support functions at both Bilsthorpe and Ladybrook Flying High Academies.

Being part of the Senior Leadership Team I support both Head Teachers and Executive Head Teacher in the effective running of the Academy, as well as providing professional leadership and management of relevant support staff within the Academy .

My responsibilities include:• Finance • HR • Health & Safety • Procurement • Compliance

• Facilities Management • Administration Management.

I have experience of working for Local Authority schools as well as working for a variety of multi academy trusts.

Business Management

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Deepa Vasudevan SMSC/PSHE/REI am responsible for SMSC including RE, PSHE and the British Values agenda at Ernehale Junior School; Prior to that, I worked for the Local Authority’s Ethnicity Culture and Achievement Service for about 14 years. I am passionate about providing children with the opportunity to share their ideas and insights as well as ensuring they feel respected and valued. I really believe that education is about developing children, who want to learn, both inside and outside the classroom and provide them with as many opportunities as possible to become true global citizens. My previous role has given me many wonderful opportunities to observe good practice across many schools. In my role as an SLE, I have been able to reflect on what I have seen and share this with other colleagues.

Justin Starr ReadingI am a Year 6 teacher and Deputy Head Teacher at Radcliffe on Trent Junior School where I have worked for the past 5 years. I have delivered training at my school as well as others in a supporting role, including talk for writing, whole class guided reading and subject leadership. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team I have implemented and monitored whole school SIP targets, working closely with other members of staff.

Charlotte Ford English / Art / DramaI am a Year 6 teacher at Candleby Lane School in Cotgrave. I lead the Creative Arts in school and am the lead practitioner in designing and developing the Creative Schools Network. I work alongside The Mighty Creatives in an Educational Partnership to support schools across Nottinghamshire, where my role is as an Artsmark Ambassador and Arts Award advisor.

I enjoy using supportive and creative approaches to inspire staff and pupils to develop across all areas of the curriculum. I have experience leading year groups in KS2, standards with the phase, supporting SCITT trainees and NQTs.

Art & Drama

SMSC, PSHE & RE

Reading

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Helen Brown Pupil Premium/Closing the GapI am the Deputy Head at Hucknall National C of E Primary School. Since 2013, one of my responsibilities has been around ‘Closing the Gap’, especially for Pupil Premium children. Only a few years later, at Hucknall National we are now really starting to see our gaps close and the impact of the support and intervention we have in place has made a huge difference to our children. I spent a lot of time researching different ways to close the gap during my NPQH and this research has helped us to use our funding more effectively.

As an SLE I look forward to sharing ideas with colleagues and working together to do the best possible for our children.

Pupil Premium & Closing the Gap

Parental Engagement

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