The priority for Maths teachers is to ensure the best possible outcomes for all learners, to promote a depth of understanding of key concepts, fluency in Mathematics and a confident mind set.  My personal strengths as a classroom practitioner relate to having high expectations and enthusiasm for Mathematics as well excellent subject knowledge, which all contribute to the impact I make.

I have been a Maths teacher at Priory since joining the school as an NQT in September 2009. During my teaching career I have, at times, taken on different additional roles, all of which have given me the opportunity to develop my skills beyond the classroom and gain new experiences working across school.

I actively seek opportunities to share best practise and work collaboratively with colleagues, mentoring both formally and informally, working alongside associate teachers, newly qualified and experienced colleagues. I have always found this a rewarding process, supporting others in their professional development and allowing me to reflect on my own practice.

As a Trust Improvement Consultant, I have welcomed the chance of contributing to the culture of collaboration across the Trust by sharing areas of my own expertise as a teacher of Maths. In the role so far, I have enjoyed visiting another school for dialogue and reflection; working with colleagues to improve teaching and learning, specifically Teaching for Mastery at KS3, assessment, feedback and reflection, supporting literacy in Maths and numeracy across the curriculum.