Gilbertstone Primary School · Birmingham, West Midlands
Outstanding Literacy Practitioner
Excellent classroom teacher with a strong track record in reading
and writing
Deep knowledge of high-quality primary literacy pedagogy
Passionate, driven and inspirational, with high expectations for
all pupils
Reading & Phonics Leadership
Expert knowledge of early reading, fluency, comprehension and
vocabulary
Extensive, up-to-date understanding of systematic synthetic phonics
Confident analysing data, leading intervention and coaching staff
to ensure consistency and impact
Committed to building a whole-school culture of reading for
pleasure
Writing Excellence
Strong expertise in writing pedagogy, including grammar, sentence
structure and composition
Skilled in modelling high-quality writing and supporting teachers
to plan, teach and assess effectively
Leadership & Professional Development
Inspiring leader who motivates and supports colleagues through
coaching and CPD
Experienced in monitoring standards and driving curriculum
improvement
Reflective, organised and focused on impact and continuous
improvement
Personal Qualities
Enthusiastic, creative and collaborative
Proactive, resilient and solution-focused
Strong communicator with a positive professional presence