Cleo – Experienced KS2 Teacher | Sustainability Engagement Lead | PGCE South Bank University
Cleo is an experienced and creative primary teacher with over ten years of experience across education, leadership and student engagement roles. Having taught extensively within Key Stage 2 and more recently led national sustainability programmes working with schools across the UK, she brings a unique combination of strong classroom practice, curriculum expertise and leadership experience.
Passionate about creating engaging, inclusive learning environments, Cleo has a proven track record of supporting pupils with diverse needs while fostering curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Alongside her teaching experience, her background in sustainability education enables her to bring real-world relevance and enrichment into the classroom.
Education & Qualifications
- PGCE (2019–2020): South Bank University
- BA (Hons) Graphic Design, Upper Second Class Honours: Liverpool John Moores University
- Art and Design Foundation Diploma: Camberwell College of Arts
- A Levels: Art (C), Printmaking (C): Prendergast Girls’ School & London College of Communication
- GCSEs including Mathematics (B), English (C), Science Principles (C) and Science Applications (C): Prendergast Girls’ School
Experience Summary
Cleo has extensive experience teaching across Key Stage 2, supporting pupils with a wide range of needs and leading curriculum initiatives. Alongside her classroom expertise, she has developed strong leadership skills through subject leadership, staff development and national sustainability engagement programmes.
- Five years of successful KS2 teaching experience at Kingswood Primary School
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons across the full National Curriculum
- Supported pupils with SEND including autism, ADHD and speech and language needs through adaptive and inclusive teaching approaches
- Successfully prepared pupils for Key Stage 2 SATs and supported strong academic progress
- Led Art and Design and Design Technology across the school, organising whole-school arts events and enrichment opportunities
- Managed Teaching Assistants effectively to deliver targeted interventions and pupil support
- Developed strong safeguarding, assessment and pastoral care expertise
- Currently leads student engagement for the Great British Energy Solar Partnership programme, delivering workshops, assemblies and sustainability projects in schools nationwide
- Provides staff training, mentoring and support to schools implementing climate action and sustainability initiatives
- Experienced in building positive relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and senior leaders
Key Strengths
- Experienced Key Stage 2 Teacher
- Curriculum Planning and Delivery
- SATs Preparation and Intervention
- SEND Support and Inclusive Practice
- Autism and ADHD Awareness
- Behaviour Management
- Safeguarding and Child Protection
- Assessment for Learning
- Subject Leadership
- Art and Design Leadership
- Design Technology Leadership
- Staff Training and Mentoring
- Sustainability and Environmental Education
- Workshop and Assembly Delivery
- Parent and Community Engagement
- Project Management and Organisation
- Creative and Cross-Curricular Learning
- Relationship Building and Team Collaboration