With over 13 years’ experience providing engaging & structured physical education in high-performing preparatory schools, I am certain to bring seasoned expertise in student development to any school.
I am a stickler for being on time, disciplined and have the ability to improvise, adapt and overcome a situation when it is needed. These values were instilled during my 12 years in the British Army.
I did not come into teaching the conventional way of university, so I have learnt from day one from the coaches and PE teachers that I have worked with or come across. Also, I would take note of what the heads of the department go through within their own daily routines. With that, I have made myself into an inspiring, confident, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, PE teacher and more recently a leader, manager and role model that encourages exercise and a healthy approach to daily life.
My time as Head of PE at The Hampshire School Chelsea, sees me set high expectations so that all students are inspired, motivated & challenged to reach their full potential, with a commitment to my pupils and the quality of their experiences by catering for the range of needs of all the students & I provide a stimulating, happy, safe & supportive learning environment.
As a Teacher of PE in both Hampshire and Hill House School, I planned & taught well-structured, differentiated lessons for EYFS to Year 8 that aligned to the agreed curriculum & cultivated intellectual curiosity in my students. I was responsible for the educational development of my classes, delivering an age-appropriate curriculum. I made sure to foster positive self-esteem in my pupils & hold high expectations of their work & behaviour.
All of this has allowed me to develop a mastery of PE as a subject along with general teaching pedagogy. Of course, ensuring the wellbeing of students & safeguarding them is my ultimate concern.
I am extremely hard working and committed to delivering high quality teaching and learning to improve and raise standards wherever I am. I believe in motivating children to be their best selves, instilling an appreciation of learning across the curriculum.
Liaise with Head of PE to provide a comprehensive PE programme for the school.
Coordinating multiple whole school and inter school events per year inclusive of sports day(s), and tournaments. Communication with parents and having an ‘open door’ policy.
Organising and scheduling a diverse extra-curricular program within the school.
Assisting the Head of PE to help members of the team in delivering an outstanding PE provision.
Liaise with the Head to provide a comprehensive PE programme for the school.
Coordinating multiple whole school and inter school events per year inclusive of sports day(s), swimming galas and tournaments. Communication with parents and having an ‘open door’ policy. This further involves inviting parents to watch ballet and swimming lessons to share practice with them.
Booking facilities for all sporting activities (being a central London school we have no provision in the building) this includes budgeting for and building positive relationships with vendors.
Developing and managing a bus schedule and managing timetables for drivers, ensuring prompt start to lessons and realistic travel times.
Leading 3 members of staff in delivering an outstanding PE provision. Mentoring and coaching staff, completing termly observations and offering constructive feedback to ensure we offer the best experience we can, in the strongest team we can.
Organising and scheduling a diverse extra-curricular program within the school.
Teach all years (Nursery to Year 8), boys and girls PE.
Running inter house competition
Working in four secondary schools organising morning and after school clubs
Teaching PE Lessons and covering absences.
Organising and running sports camps during school holidays