1995-1996 — PGCE Oxford University, Westminster College
Post Graduate Certificate of Education Primary Years, Subject Specialism: Science.
1993-1994 — Graduate Studentship with Imperial Cancer Research Fund, South Mimms, Hertfordshire
Research project on DNA replication control.
1988-1993 — Four year BA Biochemistry Degree at Oxford University, St. Hilda's College
1st Class Honours BA Biochemistry degree with Pharmacology supplementary subject. Achieved the top first in Part 1 finals.
1986-1988 — GCE A Levels and S Levels at Richmond-Upon-Thames College, Twickenham, Middlesex
Biology: A, Chemistry: A, Maths: A, Chemistry: S Level Grade 1
1981-1986 — GCE O Levels at Waldegrave School, Twickenham, Middlesex
Maths: A, Biology: A, Physics: A, Chemistry: A, English Language: A, English Literature: A, French: A, Geography: A, Art: B
2013-current (ongoing) — Director of Rutland Genie Ltd, a small business offering maths and science tuition for all ages
Offering a variety of teaching and tutoring services to students aged 5 to adult. A full curriculum to year 6 (age 11);
Common Entrance exam preparation; Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Maths to GCSE and Biology to A Level.
Also, violin and recorder lessons, and science workshops for individuals and schools.
2011-2012 — Part-time PPA Cover Teacher and Science Co-ordinator at St Mary's and St John's Primary School
Taught years 1-6. Planned and taught the science curriculum to Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Ran Science and Gardening clubs.
2009-2010 — Full-time Tutor based at home
Home-Educated my autistic son, teaching all curriculum subjects for year 7 and 8.
2006-2008 — Part-time Maths Teacher years 9-11 at The King's Christian School, FairOak
Taught upper secondary Maths. Organised students to participate in the UK Maths Challenge.
1998-2006 — Part-time Tutor based at home
Taught all ages and abilities, 2 home-education situations, preparation for SATs and school entrance exams, support with GCSE Maths and Science.
1997-1998 — Full-time Class Teacher at Fair Oak Junior School, Fair Oak
Taught Year 5. Ran recorder club.
1996-1997 — Full-time Class Teacher at St. Mary's RCP Primary School
Taught Year 5/6. Preparation for Year 6 for SATs. Ran gymnastics and science clubs.
1994-1995 — Social Work Assistant at Northwick Day Centre, Hertfordshire
Physical and social care for elderly, physically disabled and mental health users. Organised group sessions of keep fit, relaxation, art and craft, music and dance, computing and discussion. Link worker to 20 service users devising and monitoring care plans.
Summer 1993 — Farm Worker at Ryehurst Fruit Farm, Bracknell, Berkshire
Managed sales, kept the farm accounts and implemented a security system.
Summer 1992 — Scientific Researcher funded by Wellcome Foundation
Investigated properties of growth receptors in an Oxford research laboratory.
1989-1990 (gap year) — Full-time Sales Assistant with Marks and Spencer, Oxford
Responsible for monitoring and ordering stock in the home-furnishing and gift departments. Customer service desk. Theft and loss officer involving internal auditing.
2022 — Schools Good Autism Practice Certificate.
2022 — Centre of Excellence Diploma in Home Education, distinction.
2022 — Centre of Excellence Diploma in Becoming a Smart Learner, distinction.
2022 — Centre of Excellence Diploma in Level 3 Biology, distinction.
2022 — NSPCC Safe Guarding Certificate for Tutors.
2022 — St John's Ambulance Paediatric First Aid and Emergency First Aid at Work.
2021 — Mental Health First Aid
2013 — Walking Group Leader Qualification.
2012 — Gold Navigation NNAS.
2012 — Silver Navigation NNAS.
2012 — Outdoor First Aid
2011 — Pool life saving First Aid
2010 — Grade 5 singing - distinction.
1996 — B.A.G.A. Teacher's Award Curriculum Gymnastics.
1996 — A.S.A. Swimming Teacher's Certificate.
1995 — Hertfordshire County Council Minibus Driver's Certificate.
1992 — Nuffield Science Prize for Biochemistry.
1992 — Wellcome Foundation Vacation Studentship.
1992 — Hewitt Scholarship for obtaining top marks in Part 1 Biochemistry Finals.
1990 — Bronze Swimming Life Saving Medallion.
1988 — Grade 8 Violin.
1987 — Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
1984 — Queen's Guide Award.
2010 — Volunteer Teacher at St Mary and St John's Primary School
Running intervention groups for maths and science club.
2006-2009 — Volunteer Singing Teacher
Leading weekly singing assembly at Newtown Soberton Infant School.
1999-2005 — Sunday School Teacher for age 1-5 at The King's Church, Bishops Waltham.
1994-1995 — Brown Owl of 3rd St. Albans Brownie Pack.
1994-1995 — Sunday School Teacher for age 5-7 at St. Luke's Church, St. Albans
1989-1993 — House Leader at Commonwealth House, Oxford (A Christian run international hostel)
Pastoral responsibilities, assisting with the cultural adaptation.
Taught English as a foreign language and led Christian activities.