Nick Clarke
Locks Heath,Hampshire
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in presenting findings, ethical consideration, and policy advocacy. Demonstrates a strong ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively. Committed to advancing policies that promote ethical standards and societal well-being.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Tutor within Vulnerable Children Unit
Brookfield Community School
Sarisbury Green, Hamphire
2020.10 - Current
- Ensuring vulnerable, SEND pupils, including those with EHCPs, and other pupils’ needs are being met and ensuring they are progressing to the best of their ability while out of the mainstream school.
- Developed study schedules for effective time management and exam preparation.
- Managed multiple students simultaneously whilst maintaining high quality instruction.
- Building rapport with key pupils and working with them across a range of subjects, predominantly core subjects.
- Following up with class teachers to ensure work undertaken is relevant and in line with classwork
- Tracking the progress of pupils and writing reports.
- Tutoring at pupil’s houses, on behalf of the school, and liaising with parents regarding progress and next steps.
- Attending pupil specific review meetings, including with external agencies.
Teacher of Mathematics
The Gregg School
Southampton, Hampshire
2016.01 - 2020.07
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment by promoting respect and mutual aid among students.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, leading to better comprehension of key topics.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities related to mathematics like Maths Olympiad for wider exposure beyond syllabus.
- Utilised technology effectively in lessons, enhancing the learning experience for students.
Teacher of Mathematics
Cams Hill School
Fareham, Hampshire
2014.01 - 2014.12
- Utilised technology effectively in lessons, enhancing the learning experience for students.
- Participated actively in staff meetings and professional development workshops to continuously improve teaching skills.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to effectively deliver the curriculum content.
- Encouraged peer teaching amongst students; promoted collaborative problem-solving approach.
- Created an open-door policy for after-hour consultations; offered additional support when needed.
Head of House/Teacher of Mathematics
Crookhorn College
Waterlooville, Hampshire
2011.09 - 2013.12
- Kept abreast with latest educational research, incorporated relevant findings into teaching practice.
- Continuously updated knowledge on new maths syllabi or exam patterns; ensured preparedness ahead of changes.
- Participated actively in staff meetings and professional development workshops to continuously improve teaching skills.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents, communicated student progress regularly for enhanced home-school partnership.
Management Accountant
JPMorgan Chase
Bournemouth, Dorset
1996.10 - 2010.08
- Participated in strategic planning sessions to provide financial insights and recommendations.
- Maintained internal control systems for risk mitigation.
- Provided leadership to finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Coordinated month-end close procedures for timely reporting.
- Developed comprehensive performance reports for senior management review.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication for effective budgeting and forecasting.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Teacher of Mathematics
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth 2010.08 - 2011.07
Bachelor of Arts - Accountancy
Univerisity of Portsmouth
Portsmouth 1992.09 - 1996.07
A-Levels - Economics, Geography and Mathematics
Havant College
Havant 1990.09 - 1992.07
GCSEs - Maths, English x2, Science x2, Geography, Computer Studies, Drama and German
Purbrook Park School
Purbrook 1986.09 - 1990.07
Skills
- Presenting findings
- Ethical consideration
- Policy advocacy
- Self-Initiative
- Patience and resilience
Affiliations
- I perform table magic
- Keen interest in politics
- My wife and I travelled the world for a year while on sabbatical from our jobs (2004-2005). This year of travelling gave us many positive, life-lesson experiences we are both able to frequently draw upon.
- I am a keen runner, and while not particularly fast, I do enjoy attempting to improve my runnung times.
Certification
Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy Diploma – The Clifton Practice – 06/2006 to 02/2007
Solution Focused Therapy Course (CPD) – Association for Psychological Therapies – 12/2020 to 01/2021
SATs (Year 6 examinations) Marking Supervisor – Pearsons – 04/2022 to present (yearly undertaking from May to June)
GCSE Marker – Pearsons – 06/2024 to present (yearly undertaking from June to July)
References
Name: Rachel Cumming
Address: The Phoenix Centre, Brookfield Community School, Brook Lane, Sarisbury Green, Southampton, SO31 7DU
Tel No: 01489 484126
Email: r.cumming@brookfield.hants.sch.uk
Name: Ian Williamson/Tom Kempster
Address: The Phoenix Centre, Brookfield Community School, Brook Lane, Sarisbury Green, Southampton, SO31 7DU
Tel. No: 01489 484126
Email: i.williamson@brookfield.hants.sch.uk/t.kempster@brookfield.hants.sch.uk
Occupation: Phoenix Centre Lead (Inclusion Unit)
Timeline
Tutor within Vulnerable Children Unit
Brookfield Community School
2020.10 - Current
Teacher of Mathematics
The Gregg School
2016.01 - 2020.07
Teacher of Mathematics
Cams Hill School
2014.01 - 2014.12
Head of House/Teacher of Mathematics
Crookhorn College
2011.09 - 2013.12
Diploma of Higher Education - Teacher of Mathematics
University of Portsmouth
2010.08 - 2011.07
Management Accountant
JPMorgan Chase
1996.10 - 2010.08
Bachelor of Arts - Accountancy
Univerisity of Portsmouth
1992.09 - 1996.07
A-Levels - Economics, Geography and Mathematics
Havant College
1990.09 - 1992.07
GCSEs - Maths, English x2, Science x2, Geography, Computer Studies, Drama and German
Purbrook Park School
1986.09 - 1990.07