Paula – Experienced Primary Teacher & Senior Leader – Available for September
Paula is an accomplished and highly respected primary education professional with over 20 years of experience spanning classroom teaching, senior leadership and headship. Having successfully served as a Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher and Inclusion Leader, she has an outstanding track record of raising standards, leading school improvement and creating inclusive environments where pupils and staff flourish.
Now looking to return to the classroom, Paula is seeking a Primary Teacher role from September, while remaining open to Assistant Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher opportunities where she can continue to make a strategic impact. She brings exceptional leadership experience alongside a genuine passion for high-quality teaching, nurturing positive relationships and ensuring every child achieves their full potential.
Education & Qualifications
- National Professional Qualification for Executive Leadership (NPQEL): 2025
- National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH): 2023
- National Professional Qualification for Middle Leadership (NPQML): 2014
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): University of Plymouth
- BA (Hons) History: University of Plymouth
Experience Summary
Paula combines extensive leadership expertise with a strong commitment to classroom practice and inclusion. Throughout her career she has successfully led whole-school improvement while maintaining a focus on delivering high-quality education and ensuring pupils receive the support they need to thrive.
- Over 20 years' experience across primary education, including Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher, Inclusion Leader and Class Teacher roles
- Led whole-school improvement, curriculum development, safeguarding, behaviour, attendance and quality of education initiatives, driving sustained improvements in pupil outcomes
- Extensive expertise supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs through inclusive practice, specialist provision and multi-agency collaboration
- Strong background in coaching, mentoring and developing staff, leading performance management, professional development and school improvement strategies
- Experienced in safeguarding leadership, managing complex child protection cases, Early Help, Prevent, safer recruitment and attendance safeguarding
- Proven ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families, governors and external agencies while creating nurturing, high-expectation school cultures
- Keen to return to a classroom-focused role where she can utilise her wealth of experience while remaining open to Assistant Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher opportunities
Key Strengths
- Primary Teaching (KS1 & KS2)
- Assistant Headship & Deputy Headship
- Headship Experience
- School Improvement
- Curriculum Development
- Safeguarding & Child Protection
- SEND & Inclusion Leadership
- SEMH Support
- Behaviour & Attendance
- Teaching & Learning
- Staff Coaching & Mentoring
- Performance Management
- Data Analysis & School Improvement Planning
- Multi-Agency Working
- Relationship Building & Community Engagement