Michelle – Experienced Primary Teacher & Middle Leader | NPQSL Candidate | Master's in Social Justice & Education
Michelle is an experienced and highly effective primary teacher and middle leader with over 20 years of experience across both primary and secondary education. Throughout her career, she has successfully combined outstanding classroom practice with strategic leadership responsibilities, driving improvements in teaching, learning, curriculum development and inclusion. Passionate about ensuring every child receives the support and challenge they need to succeed, Michelle has extensive experience working with pupils from diverse backgrounds, including those with SEND, EAL, SEMH needs and disadvantaged circumstances.
She is now seeking a permanent leadership opportunity from September 2026 where she can continue contributing to whole-school improvement while maintaining a strong presence in the classroom.
Education & Qualifications
- NPQSL for Senior Leaders (Expected 2026): Ambition Institute
- National SENCO Qualification: Middlesex University
- Master's Degree in Social Justice and Education: University of London (Institute of Education)
- University of London (Institute of Education): University of London (Institute of Education)
Experience Summary
Michelle brings over two decades of teaching and leadership experience, with a proven track record of raising attainment, improving teaching practice and leading inclusive provision. Her experience spans curriculum leadership, SEND, EAL, safeguarding, staff development and school improvement, making her a versatile and highly skilled educational leader.
- Currently teaching KS2 pupils with SEND, SEMH and complex learning needs, delivering adaptive and inclusive teaching strategies
- Middle Leader at Jubilee Primary School, leading curriculum development, assessment, teaching standards and mathematics improvement across EYFS and KS1
- Delivered whole-school CPD, coaching programmes and professional development initiatives to improve teaching and learning
- Extensive experience analysing assessment data and using evidence-informed approaches to drive school improvement
- Former Literacy and EAL Lead, designing and implementing successful literacy interventions and curriculum programmes
- Served as Assistant SENCO, leading interventions, supporting inclusive practice and supervising support staff
- Successfully prepared pupils for KS2 SATs and supported GCSE English attainment through intervention programmes
- Experienced mentor for trainee teachers and early career colleagues, delivering coaching and professional development
- Strong safeguarding experience, working closely with families, governors, trust leaders and external agencies to improve outcomes for pupils
Key Strengths
- Experienced Primary Teacher and Middle Leader
- NPQSL Candidate
- Curriculum Development and Leadership
- Teaching and Learning Improvement
- SEND Leadership and Inclusion
- Literacy and EAL Provision
- Assessment and Data Analysis
- KS2 SATs Preparation
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
- CPD Design and Delivery
- Safeguarding and Child Protection
- Behaviour Management and SEMH Support
- School Improvement Planning
- Parent and Community Engagement
- Strategic Leadership and Team Management
- Evidence-Informed Practice
- Strong Communication and Relationship Building
- Passionate about Inclusion, Equity and Pupil Achievement