Experienced EYFS Teacher | Phase Lead | PGCE Early Years University of Greenwich
Rebecca is a highly experienced Early Years and KS1 specialist with over 20 years of classroom practice, curriculum leadership and mentoring experience across high-performing primary schools. Her approach is rooted in a child-centred philosophy combined with high academic expectations, ensuring children’s first experiences of education are nurturing, inspiring and rigorous.
She has led within Outstanding Early Years teams, driven measurable progress for pupils, and built strong partnerships between school and home. Rebecca is committed to delivering exceptional Early Years provision while continuing to contribute strategically to whole-school improvement.
Education & Qualifications
- PGCE Early Years Specialism: University of Greenwich
- MA History and Politics (Merit): University of Sussex
- BA (Hons) Modern History (Upper Second Class Honours): Queen Mary & Westfield University
- A Levels: : English (B), History (B), Law (C)
Experience Summary
Rebecca brings extensive EYFS and KS1 teaching experience alongside significant curriculum and pastoral leadership responsibility. She has consistently combined creativity with careful progress tracking to accelerate attainment, particularly for pupils with SEND, EAL and those eligible for Pupil Premium. Her work reflects both strategic oversight and hands-on classroom excellence.
- Over 20 years’ experience teaching across Nursery, Reception and Year 1 in high-performing primary schools
- Led literacy and multiple foundation subjects, observing and coaching colleagues to strengthen provision
- Designed and delivered targeted interventions with measurable impact, using detailed tracking grids and progress analysis
- Established and led a highly successful Family Learning Programme to strengthen parental engagement and accelerate pupil progress
- Coordinated Pupil Premium provision, identifying eligible pupils and creating themed literacy interventions to close gaps
- Mentored trainee teachers and delivered CPD, supporting staff development and maintaining high teaching standards
- Worked closely with SENDCo, Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists and other external professionals to remove barriers to learning
- Provides high-quality EYFS and KS1 supply cover, maintaining strong behaviour expectations and curriculum continuity
Key Strengths
- Deep expertise in Early Years pedagogy and child development
- Proven curriculum and subject leadership across EYFS and KS1
- Strong data analysis and intervention planning skills
- Exceptional parental engagement and community partnership building
- Experienced mentor and reflective practitioner
- Creative, nurturing and academically rigorous classroom practice