Children • Education • Poverty Alleviation

Award-winning educational influencer and school leader.

Kausor Amin-Ali FRSA FCCT

Author of A-Z of School Leadership: A Guide for new School Leaders

&

A-Z of Teaching: A Guide for Early Career Teachers


Founder of 'All Children Read'.


Contact me via LinkedIn.

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  • Secondary Headteacher | Executive Leadership Team | DSL
  • Secondary Headteacher | Executive Leadership Team | DSL
  • GEMS Founders School - Al Mizhar · Full-time
  • GEMS Founders School - Al Mizhar · Full-time
  • Nov 2021 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos
  • Nov 2021 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

  • Secondary Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead and member of the Executive Leadership Team of a very large British International Primary & Secondary School.
    • Strategic school improvement remit in one of the top 10 largest schools in Dubai [3100 NOR].
    • Executive Leadership Team.
    • Designated Safeguarding Lead in the Secondary School with a DSIB rating of 'Very Good' in Wellbeing, Care and Support and Personal Development.
    • Achieved 'Good' DSIB inaugural inspection rating and a 'Good' in BSO inspection within 4 months (March 2022)
    • 30% upgrade in DSIB indicators with 94% SEF judgement accuracy (March 2022 - March 2023).
    • Year on Year (Dec. 2021 to Dec. 2022) 58% reduction in student attrition rate from in-year transfers.
    • Year on Year 16% admissions roll growth.
    • Rapid re-enrollment for 2024 as a school of choice and expansion to 4000 NOR.
    • NPS parent survey score increased around from single to double digits positive in six months (Nov. 2021 to May 2022 & Nov. 2022)
    • Staff confidence in Leadership up by double digits % and Staff NPS more than doubled.
    • Expansion into inaugural Key Stage 5, after achieving debut GCSE results:
    • 40% Grade 9 to 7 and 68% Grade 9 to 5.
    • Devised a 9 year strategic plan 2021-2030.
    • Devised Cluster Heads of Secondary partnership with six GEMS schools.
    • GFM achieved 'World Class' status in High Performance Learning (June 2023).
  • Secondary Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead and member of the Executive Leadership Team of a very large British International Primary & Secondary School. • Strategic school improvement remit in one of the top 10 largest schools in Dubai [3100 NOR]. • Executive Leadership Team. • Designated Safeguarding Lead in the Secondary School with a DSIB rating of 'Very Good' in Wellbeing, Care and Support and Personal Development. • Achieved 'Good' DSIB inaugural inspection rating and a 'Good' in BSO inspection within 4 months (March 2022) • 30% upgrade in DSIB indicators with 94% SEF judgement accuracy (March 2022 - March 2023). • Year on Year (Dec. 2021 to Dec. 2022) 58% reduction in student attrition rate from in-year transfers. • Year on Year 16% admissions roll growth. • Rapid re-enrollment for 2024 as a school of choice and expansion to 4000 NOR. • NPS parent survey score increased around from single to double digits positive in six months (Nov. 2021 to May 2022 & Nov. 2022) • Staff confidence in Leadership up by double digits % and Staff NPS more than doubled. • Expansion into inaugural Key Stage 5, after achieving debut GCSE results: • 40% Grade 9 to 7 and 68% Grade 9 to 5. • Devised a 9 year strategic plan 2021-2030. • Devised Cluster Heads of Secondary partnership with six GEMS schools. • GFM achieved 'World Class' status in High Performance Learning (June 2023).

  • Kausor Amin-Ali, FRSA FCCT on LinkedIn: #futureschool #WeAreGFM #FacesOfFounders
  • Kausor Amin-Ali, FRSA FCCT on LinkedIn: #futureschool #WeAreGFM #FacesOfFounders
  • We are delighted to announce Kausor Amin-Ali, FRSA FCCT as our new Head of the Secondary school at GEMS Founders School - Al Mizhar. Kausor Amin-Ali qualified...
  • We are delighted to announce Kausor Amin-Ali, FRSA FCCT as our new Head of the Secondary school at GEMS Founders School - Al Mizhar. Kausor Amin-Ali qualified...

  • Founder
  • Founder
  • All Children Read · Freelance
  • All Children Read · Freelance
  • Apr 2021 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos
  • Apr 2021 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos
  • Remote
  • Remote

  • Award-Winning Educational Influencer (GESS 2022) and Founder of a global not-for-profit organisation and delivery partner dedicated to eradicate global childhood illiteracy.
  • Award-Winning Educational Influencer (GESS 2022) and Founder of a global not-for-profit organisation and delivery partner dedicated to eradicate global childhood illiteracy.

  • All Children Read
  • All Children Read
  • A global not-for-profit umbrella organisation dedicated to eradicating childhood illiteracy.
    We will work with local partners across the world to ensure all children are able to read.
    Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram...
  • A global not-for-profit umbrella organisation dedicated to eradicating childhood illiteracy. We will work with local partners across the world to ensure all children are able to read. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram...

  • Educational Consultant
  • Educational Consultant
  • JESS, Dubai · Contract
  • JESS, Dubai · Contract
  • Sep 2021 - Nov 2021 · 3 mos
  • Sep 2021 - Nov 2021 · 3 mos
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

  • • Contracted to carry out a digital systems audit in a collective of three 'Outstanding' coeducational schools (two Primary schools and one Secondary school) in two prominent locations in Dubai.
    • JESS is known for its reputation as being at the forefront for technology, innovation and digital literacy.
  • • Contracted to carry out a digital systems audit in a collective of three 'Outstanding' coeducational schools (two Primary schools and one Secondary school) in two prominent locations in Dubai. • JESS is known for its reputation as being at the forefront for technology, innovation and digital literacy.

  • Utilities Teacher
  • Utilities Teacher
  • Dubai English Speaking College · Contract
  • Dubai English Speaking College · Contract
  • Jan 2021 - Mar 2021 · 3 mos
  • Jan 2021 - Mar 2021 · 3 mos
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

  • • Strategic advisory remit to the Principal of one of the leading 'Outstanding' schools in Dubai.
    • School improvement feedback to the Head of School with fortnightly reports.
    • Policy review with SLT.
    • Supporting across the curriculum in learning facilitation for remote learners and in class provision.
  • • Strategic advisory remit to the Principal of one of the leading 'Outstanding' schools in Dubai. • School improvement feedback to the Head of School with fortnightly reports. • Policy review with SLT. • Supporting across the curriculum in learning facilitation for remote learners and in class provision.

  • Founding Principal | Executive Headteacher
  • Founding Principal | Executive Headteacher
  • Al Salam Community School · Full-time
  • Al Salam Community School · Full-time
  • Jan 2019 - Nov 2020 · 1 yr 11 mos
  • Jan 2019 - Nov 2020 · 1 yr 11 mos
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

  • Principal and Executive Headteacher of a British International Primary & Secondary School. Highlights include BSME membership, Google for Education Reference School status, signficantly increased Admissions, excellent Outcomes and enhanced Staff Development:

    Admissions:
    • 30% increase in pupil enrolment from year on year inc. 68% growth in the Primary school.
    • One of the fastest growing schools in September 2020 set against an economic downturn with a sector wide 1.7% decrease in enrolments.

    Outcomes:
    Inaugural attainment in the Secondary school:
    • 96% A*-C inc. 66% A*-A (IGCSE)
    • 92% A*-C inc. 46% A*-A (A level)

    Staff Development:
    • Onboarding of more than 45 overseas staff.
    • Google for Education Certified Training for all staff - teaching and non-teaching
    • Successful membership application for BSME (British Schools in the Middle East) enabling NQT Induction support
  • Principal and Executive Headteacher of a British International Primary & Secondary School. Highlights include BSME membership, Google for Education Reference School status, signficantly increased Admissions, excellent Outcomes and enhanced Staff Development: Admissions: • 30% increase in pupil enrolment from year on year inc. 68% growth in the Primary school. • One of the fastest growing schools in September 2020 set against an economic downturn with a sector wide 1.7% decrease in enrolments. Outcomes: Inaugural attainment in the Secondary school: • 96% A*-C inc. 66% A*-A (IGCSE) • 92% A*-C inc. 46% A*-A (A level) Staff Development: • Onboarding of more than 45 overseas staff. • Google for Education Certified Training for all staff - teaching and non-teaching • Successful membership application for BSME (British Schools in the Middle East) enabling NQT Induction support

  • Al Salam Community School, a Hard Hat Tour
  • Al Salam Community School, a Hard Hat Tour
  • Al Salam Community School (ASCS) is fast approaching completion. Tucked neatly into a plot in Al Twar, a high density area of Dubai, it’s not yet possible to appreciate the sheer scale and ambition of this new school from the street. Enter the site,...
  • Al Salam Community School (ASCS) is fast approaching completion. Tucked neatly into a plot in Al Twar, a high density area of Dubai, it’s not yet possible to appreciate the sheer scale and ambition of this new school from the street. Enter the site,...

  • Al Salam Private School & Nursery
  • Al Salam Private School & Nursery
  • 2 yrs 11 mos
  • 2 yrs 11 mos

  • Principal | Executive Headteacher
  • Principal | Executive Headteacher
  • Aug 2017 - Jan 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos
  • Aug 2017 - Jan 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

  • Principal & Executive Headteacher of one of the highest achieving British Curriculum schools in the UAE. Significant school improvement:
    • Accreditation as a Google for Education Reference School.
    • Focus on innovation, happiness and sustainability.
    • Introduction of a new model for Key Stage 1: SKIP (Skills, Knowledge, Innovation and Project) Learning based on principles of student-led learning from Finland.

    Al Salam Private School DSIB inspection report 2018: 'Good with Very Good Leadership'
    The principal has made a positive start to providing leadership and promoting school improvement. He is ambitious and wants to deliver the best possible practice in establishing a positive learning culture and maintaining the high standards of students’ personal development. Morale throughout the school is positive. Leaders know what needs to be improved and have made appropriate changes.

    Al Salam Private School DSIB inspection report 2017: 'Good with Very Good Leadership'
    The recently appointed principal and his senior leadership team are continuing to promote
    a vision of inclusivity which maximises opportunities for students of all abilities.
  • Principal & Executive Headteacher of one of the highest achieving British Curriculum schools in the UAE. Significant school improvement: • Accreditation as a Google for Education Reference School. • Focus on innovation, happiness and sustainability. • Introduction of a new model for Key Stage 1: SKIP (Skills, Knowledge, Innovation and Project) Learning based on principles of student-led learning from Finland. Al Salam Private School DSIB inspection report 2018: 'Good with Very Good Leadership' The principal has made a positive start to providing leadership and promoting school improvement. He is ambitious and wants to deliver the best possible practice in establishing a positive learning culture and maintaining the high standards of students’ personal development. Morale throughout the school is positive. Leaders know what needs to be improved and have made appropriate changes. Al Salam Private School DSIB inspection report 2017: 'Good with Very Good Leadership' The recently appointed principal and his senior leadership team are continuing to promote a vision of inclusivity which maximises opportunities for students of all abilities.

  • Changes at the Top at Dubai's Al Salam School
  • Changes at the Top at Dubai's Al Salam School
  • Al Salam will open in September with a new principal, Kausor Amin-Ali, and a new role for his predecessor, Sue Johnston, who becomes CEO. WhichSchoolAdvisor.com asked why, after 30 years, Ms Johnston decided the time was right for change...
  • Al Salam will open in September with a new principal, Kausor Amin-Ali, and a new role for his predecessor, Sue Johnston, who becomes CEO. WhichSchoolAdvisor.com asked why, after 30 years, Ms Johnston decided the time was right for change...

  • School Improvement Partner & Governor
  • School Improvement Partner & Governor
  • Mar 2016 - Aug 2017 · 1 yr 6 mos
  • Mar 2016 - Aug 2017 · 1 yr 6 mos
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

  • Governance structure designed to sectorwide leading practice as recognised by KHDA as exemplary governance in the 'Gift of Good Governance' publication.
    Framework for school improvement:
    Policy review.
    Assessment framework design
    Performance management review.
  • Governance structure designed to sectorwide leading practice as recognised by KHDA as exemplary governance in the 'Gift of Good Governance' publication. Framework for school improvement: Policy review. Assessment framework design Performance management review.

  • Al Salam Private School: Your Questions Answered
  • Al Salam Private School: Your Questions Answered
  • Al Salam Private School, needs little introduction. This 27 year old institution located in Al Qusais, Dubai has been rated Good by the KHDA inspection team for the past five years. Yet, a closer look at the 2015/16 KHDA report shows much of what Al...
  • Al Salam Private School, needs little introduction. This 27 year old institution located in Al Qusais, Dubai has been rated Good by the KHDA inspection team for the past five years. Yet, a closer look at the 2015/16 KHDA report shows much of what Al...

  • School Improvement Partner
  • School Improvement Partner
  • The British International School Abu Dhabi · Freelance
  • The British International School Abu Dhabi · Freelance
  • Jan 2016 - Feb 2016 · 2 mos
  • Jan 2016 - Feb 2016 · 2 mos
  • United Arab Emirates · Hybrid
  • United Arab Emirates · Hybrid

  • Pro-bono advisory work to SLT in school improvement strategies to support pupil progress, assessment, monitoring, data mapping from Key Stage 2 to IB Diploma.
  • Pro-bono advisory work to SLT in school improvement strategies to support pupil progress, assessment, monitoring, data mapping from Key Stage 2 to IB Diploma.

  • Head of Secondary Boys
  • Head of Secondary Boys
  • School of Research Science · Full-time
  • School of Research Science · Full-time
  • Aug 2015 - Dec 2015 · 5 mos
  • Aug 2015 - Dec 2015 · 5 mos
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

  • Leading on behaviour systems to support engagement in learning.
    Establishing student voice and peer mentoring system.
    Contributed to Self-evaluation which resulted in upgrade in DSIB from Good to Very Good overall (November 2015)
  • Leading on behaviour systems to support engagement in learning. Establishing student voice and peer mentoring system. Contributed to Self-evaluation which resulted in upgrade in DSIB from Good to Very Good overall (November 2015)

  • Associate Deputy Head Teacher
  • Associate Deputy Head Teacher
  • Balby Carr Community Academy · Full-time
  • Balby Carr Community Academy · Full-time
  • Sep 2013 - Aug 2015 · 2 yrs
  • Sep 2013 - Aug 2015 · 2 yrs
  • Doncaster, England, United Kingdom · On-site
  • Doncaster, England, United Kingdom · On-site

  • Associate Deputy at Balby Carr Community Academy (now known as Woodfields Academy c/o Astrea Academy Trust.)

    School Improvement with a focus on raising attainment and improving inclusion.
    • Appointed to bring rapid School Improvement to exit Ofsted ‘Special Measures’ Category, achieved in 5 terms.
    • Behaviour & Admissions lead: 50% reduction in exclusions and the first fully subscribed cohort ever.
    • Line managed Mathematics and ICT. Best ever A2 and GCSE results with 86% and 80% A*-C respectively.
  • Associate Deputy at Balby Carr Community Academy (now known as Woodfields Academy c/o Astrea Academy Trust.) School Improvement with a focus on raising attainment and improving inclusion. • Appointed to bring rapid School Improvement to exit Ofsted ‘Special Measures’ Category, achieved in 5 terms. • Behaviour & Admissions lead: 50% reduction in exclusions and the first fully subscribed cohort ever. • Line managed Mathematics and ICT. Best ever A2 and GCSE results with 86% and 80% A*-C respectively.

  • Associate Future Leader
  • Associate Future Leader
  • The Future Leaders Trust · Apprenticeship
  • The Future Leaders Trust · Apprenticeship
  • Jun 2010 - May 2015 · 5 yrs
  • Jun 2010 - May 2015 · 5 yrs
  • Yorkshire & Humber · Hybrid
  • Yorkshire & Humber · Hybrid

  • Inaugural cohort in the Yorkshire & Humber region.
    • Future Leaders School Leadership development programme validated by The Hay Group ESCI
    • Devised to eradicate educational disadvantage in England.
    • Leadership intervisitation to schools in New York and New Jersey in Autumn 2010.
  • Inaugural cohort in the Yorkshire & Humber region. • Future Leaders School Leadership development programme validated by The Hay Group ESCI • Devised to eradicate educational disadvantage in England. • Leadership intervisitation to schools in New York and New Jersey in Autumn 2010.

  • Future Leaders Recruitment Video 2011/2012
  • Future Leaders Recruitment Video 2011/2012
  • We're looking to recruit up to 75 outstanding individuals to join the Future Leaders programme in 2012. Do you have the potential to become a headteacher in around four years and the commitment to improve the life chances of children in challenging...
  • We're looking to recruit up to 75 outstanding individuals to join the Future Leaders programme in 2012. Do you have the potential to become a headteacher in around four years and the commitment to improve the life chances of children in challenging...
  • Shirebrook Academy logo
  • Trainee Head Teacher
  • Trainee Head Teacher
  • Shirebrook Academy · Internship
  • Shirebrook Academy · Internship
  • Jul 2014 - Nov 2014 · 5 mos
  • Jul 2014 - Nov 2014 · 5 mos
  • Shirebrook, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
  • Shirebrook, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

  • National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) placement at Shirebrook Academy (now part of Aston Community Education Trust, ACET.

    Project based on enhancing behaviour for learning
    • Planning and Implementation in July 2014 and Impact measurement in November 2014.
    • Reduction in negative behaviour incidents in first half-term year on year.
    • Advised on health and safety in the new building.
  • National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) placement at Shirebrook Academy (now part of Aston Community Education Trust, ACET. Project based on enhancing behaviour for learning • Planning and Implementation in July 2014 and Impact measurement in November 2014. • Reduction in negative behaviour incidents in first half-term year on year. • Advised on health and safety in the new building.
  • Rainbow Primary School logo
  • Principal Designate
  • Principal Designate
  • Rainbow Primary School · Full-time
  • Rainbow Primary School · Full-time
  • Jan 2013 - Aug 2013 · 8 mos
  • Jan 2013 - Aug 2013 · 8 mos
  • Nottingham, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
  • Nottingham, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

  • Appointed to be the Project lead to open a Primary school in Nottingham.

    Planned to be a parallel provision to Rainbow School in Bradford (now known as Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy c/o Star Academies Trust).

    Pre-opening stage of Primary Free School.
    • Stakeholder engagement.
    • Policy and Curriculum Development.
    • DfE protocols for tendering and procurement of ICT for both Primary school sites (Bradford and Nottingham).
    • Leadership capacity support (Bradford). Ofsted inspection (Feb. 2013).
    • Marketing and new build project management for the Primary school in Bradford.
  • Appointed to be the Project lead to open a Primary school in Nottingham. Planned to be a parallel provision to Rainbow School in Bradford (now known as Rainbow Primary Leadership Academy c/o Star Academies Trust). Pre-opening stage of Primary Free School. • Stakeholder engagement. • Policy and Curriculum Development. • DfE protocols for tendering and procurement of ICT for both Primary school sites (Bradford and Nottingham). • Leadership capacity support (Bradford). Ofsted inspection (Feb. 2013). • Marketing and new build project management for the Primary school in Bradford.

  • Founding Vice Principal
  • Founding Vice Principal
  • Kings Science Academy · Full-time
  • Kings Science Academy · Full-time
  • Aug 2011 - Dec 2012 · 1 yr 5 mos
  • Aug 2011 - Dec 2012 · 1 yr 5 mos
  • Bradford, United Kingdom · On-site
  • Bradford, United Kingdom · On-site

  • VP Pastoral & Admissions lead of one of England's first Secondary Free School, Kings Science Academy (now known as Dixons Kings Academy c/o Dixons Academy Trust).

    • By the end of the first year, it was in the top 20 oversubscribed schools in England with 6.4 applications per available place.
    • Apple IT infrastructure innovation implementation with Apple TV for Teaching and Learning
    • Established safeguarding protocols including extended school provision and family liaison
    • Facilitated ITT programme with Schools Direct route with Sheffield Hallam University
    • Hosted the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom for a school visit in April 2012
  • VP Pastoral & Admissions lead of one of England's first Secondary Free School, Kings Science Academy (now known as Dixons Kings Academy c/o Dixons Academy Trust). • By the end of the first year, it was in the top 20 oversubscribed schools in England with 6.4 applications per available place. • Apple IT infrastructure innovation implementation with Apple TV for Teaching and Learning • Established safeguarding protocols including extended school provision and family liaison • Facilitated ITT programme with Schools Direct route with Sheffield Hallam University • Hosted the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom for a school visit in April 2012

  • Top state schools 'flooded with over 1,000 applications'
  • Top state schools 'flooded with over 1,000 applications'
  • Up to 18 children are competing for each place at the most popular state schools amid a desperate scramble for a “Rolls-Royce” education, the Telegraph has learnt.
  • Up to 18 children are competing for each place at the most popular state schools amid a desperate scramble for a “Rolls-Royce” education, the Telegraph has learnt.

  • Associate Deputy Head Teacher
  • Associate Deputy Head Teacher
  • Balby Carr Community Sports & Science College · Contract
  • Balby Carr Community Sports & Science College · Contract
  • Sep 2010 - Aug 2011 · 1 yr
  • Sep 2010 - Aug 2011 · 1 yr
  • Doncaster, United Kingdom · On-site
  • Doncaster, United Kingdom · On-site

  • Future Leaders Residency School.
    1 year placement on the Accelerate to Headship programme at Balby Carr Community Sports and Science College (now known as Woodfields Academy c/o Astrea Academy Trust).

    School Leadership development across the Senior Leadership Team.
    Rotated roles for strategic lead for:
    • Teaching and learning.
    • Care & Guidance.
    • Assessment, Recording and Reporting.
    • Teacher appraisal.
    • Line Management of Sociology.
  • Future Leaders Residency School. 1 year placement on the Accelerate to Headship programme at Balby Carr Community Sports and Science College (now known as Woodfields Academy c/o Astrea Academy Trust). School Leadership development across the Senior Leadership Team. Rotated roles for strategic lead for: • Teaching and learning. • Care & Guidance. • Assessment, Recording and Reporting. • Teacher appraisal. • Line Management of Sociology.

  • Wisewood School & Community Sports College
  • Wisewood School & Community Sports College
  • 7 yrs
  • 7 yrs
  • On-site
  • On-site

  • Assistant Head Teacher
  • Assistant Head Teacher
  • Contract
  • Contract
  • Sep 2008 - Aug 2010 · 2 yrs
  • Sep 2008 - Aug 2010 · 2 yrs
  • Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Sheffield, United Kingdom

  • Wisewood School and Community Sports College.
    It subsequently merged with Myers Grove to in 2011 to become Forge Valley School c/o Tapton School Academy Trust).

    OFSTED School Inspection: 'Outstanding' (2009).
    • Responsible for CPD, Data, Assessment and Reporting.
    • Line management of History, ICT and Geography.
    • Developed ITT programme in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University to become one of the top 10 effective schools partners.
  • Wisewood School and Community Sports College. It subsequently merged with Myers Grove to in 2011 to become Forge Valley School c/o Tapton School Academy Trust). OFSTED School Inspection: 'Outstanding' (2009). • Responsible for CPD, Data, Assessment and Reporting. • Line management of History, ICT and Geography. • Developed ITT programme in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University to become one of the top 10 effective schools partners.

  • Teaching and Learning Coach
  • Teaching and Learning Coach
  • Contract
  • Contract
  • Sep 2005 - Sep 2008 · 3 yrs 1 mo
  • Sep 2005 - Sep 2008 · 3 yrs 1 mo
  • Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
  • Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

  • Wisewood School and Community Sports College.
    It subsequently merged with Myers Grove to in 2011 to become Forge Valley School c/o Tapton School Academy Trust).

    Led development of e-learning across the school.
    Devised and implemented staff INSET workshops. Led on VLE implementation and CLC cluster collaboration with the Northwest Sheffield Learning Partnership.
  • Wisewood School and Community Sports College. It subsequently merged with Myers Grove to in 2011 to become Forge Valley School c/o Tapton School Academy Trust). Led development of e-learning across the school. Devised and implemented staff INSET workshops. Led on VLE implementation and CLC cluster collaboration with the Northwest Sheffield Learning Partnership.

  • Acting Head of Mathematics
  • Acting Head of Mathematics
  • Contract
  • Contract
  • Sep 2007 - Aug 2008 · 1 yr
  • Sep 2007 - Aug 2008 · 1 yr
  • Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
  • Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

  • Wisewood School and Community Sports College.
    It subsequently merged with Myers Grove to in 2011 to become Forge Valley School c/o Tapton School Academy Trust).

    OFSTED Subject Inspection: Outstanding (2008).
    Deputised in the leadership of the department whilst incumbent was seconded to the LEA support schools across the city.
    Role included NQT mentorship.
  • Wisewood School and Community Sports College. It subsequently merged with Myers Grove to in 2011 to become Forge Valley School c/o Tapton School Academy Trust). OFSTED Subject Inspection: Outstanding (2008). Deputised in the leadership of the department whilst incumbent was seconded to the LEA support schools across the city. Role included NQT mentorship.

  • Teacher of Mathematics
  • Teacher of Mathematics
  • Full-time
  • Full-time
  • Sep 2003 - Aug 2008 · 5 yrs
  • Sep 2003 - Aug 2008 · 5 yrs
  • Sheffield
  • Sheffield

  • Wisewood School and Community Sports College.
    It subsequently merged with Myers Grove to in 2011 to become Forge Valley School c/o Tapton School Academy Trust).

    Teacher of Key Stage 3 and 4 Mathematics
    Trained as an Edexcel examiner of KS3 SATs.
    Teacher of GCSE Statistics: 100% A*-C three times in 4 years inc. 100% A*-B twice, of which one cohort had 74% A*-A grades.
  • Wisewood School and Community Sports College. It subsequently merged with Myers Grove to in 2011 to become Forge Valley School c/o Tapton School Academy Trust). Teacher of Key Stage 3 and 4 Mathematics Trained as an Edexcel examiner of KS3 SATs. Teacher of GCSE Statistics: 100% A*-C three times in 4 years inc. 100% A*-B twice, of which one cohort had 74% A*-A grades.

  • Fast Track Teacher
  • Fast Track Teacher
  • National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services (formerly NCSL) · Apprenticeship
  • National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services (formerly NCSL) · Apprenticeship
  • 2008 - 2009 · 1 yr
  • 2008 - 2009 · 1 yr
  • Sheffield, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
  • Sheffield, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

  • Recognised as one of the top 50 Fast Track teachers in England and Wales. Technically one of the fastest participants, completing the programme in 3 months. Undertook modules on Effective Influencing, Change Management
  • Recognised as one of the top 50 Fast Track teachers in England and Wales. Technically one of the fastest participants, completing the programme in 3 months. Undertook modules on Effective Influencing, Change Management

  • Trainee Mathematics Teacher
  • Trainee Mathematics Teacher
  • Sharnbrook Academy Federation · Apprenticeship
  • Sharnbrook Academy Federation · Apprenticeship
  • Jan 2003 - Jun 2003 · 6 mos
  • Jan 2003 - Jun 2003 · 6 mos
  • Sharnbrook · On-site
  • Sharnbrook · On-site

  • Term 2 and 3 PGCE placement by the University of Cambridge at Sharnbrook Upper School (now expanded as Sharnbrook Academy c/o Sharnbrook Academy Federation).

    Year 10 Form Tutor.
    Delivered Year 10 and Year 12 assemblies.
    Taught Year 10 PHSE.
    Taught Year 9 ICT.
    Taught Year 9, Year 10 and Year 12 Mathematics.
  • Term 2 and 3 PGCE placement by the University of Cambridge at Sharnbrook Upper School (now expanded as Sharnbrook Academy c/o Sharnbrook Academy Federation). Year 10 Form Tutor. Delivered Year 10 and Year 12 assemblies. Taught Year 10 PHSE. Taught Year 9 ICT. Taught Year 9, Year 10 and Year 12 Mathematics.

  • Trainee Mathematics Teacher
  • Trainee Mathematics Teacher
  • Ernulf Academy · Apprenticeship
  • Ernulf Academy · Apprenticeship
  • Sep 2002 - Dec 2002 · 4 mos
  • Sep 2002 - Dec 2002 · 4 mos
  • St Neots, Cambridgeshire
  • St Neots, Cambridgeshire

  • Term 1 PGCE placement by the University of Cambridge at Ernulf Community School (now known as Ernulf Academy as part of Astrea Academy Trust).
  • Term 1 PGCE placement by the University of Cambridge at Ernulf Community School (now known as Ernulf Academy as part of Astrea Academy Trust).

  • Trainee Teacher
  • Trainee Teacher
  • Nene Education Trust · Internship
  • Nene Education Trust · Internship
  • Sep 2002 · 1 mo
  • Sep 2002 · 1 mo
  • Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom · On-site
  • Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom · On-site

  • Pre-PGCE Primary School Placement at Redwell Primary School (now part of Nene Education Trust).

    Supported Year 5 and Year 6 classes.
  • Pre-PGCE Primary School Placement at Redwell Primary School (now part of Nene Education Trust). Supported Year 5 and Year 6 classes.

  • Direct Debit Controller
  • Direct Debit Controller
  • Booker Group · Contract
  • Booker Group · Contract
  • Nov 2001 - Aug 2002 · 10 mos
  • Nov 2001 - Aug 2002 · 10 mos
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom

  • Corporate Accounts Direct Debit Controller for all 160 Booker cash and carry depots.
  • Corporate Accounts Direct Debit Controller for all 160 Booker cash and carry depots.

  • Travel
  • Travel
  • Career Break
  • Career Break
  • Oct 2001 · 1 mo
  • Oct 2001 · 1 mo


  • Trainee Chartered Accountant
  • Trainee Chartered Accountant
  • Grant Thornton LLP · Full-time
  • Grant Thornton LLP · Full-time
  • Aug 2000 - Sep 2001 · 1 yr 2 mos
  • Aug 2000 - Sep 2001 · 1 yr 2 mos
  • Northampton, United Kingdom · On-site
  • Northampton, United Kingdom · On-site

  • ● Financial statements professional training in balance sheet reconciliation, profit and loss and cash flow statements.
    ● Audit skills training and client site visits to carry out walkthroughs and inventory checks.
    ● Successfully completed ICAEW examinations in Accounting and in Audit & Assurance
  • ● Financial statements professional training in balance sheet reconciliation, profit and loss and cash flow statements. ● Audit skills training and client site visits to carry out walkthroughs and inventory checks. ● Successfully completed ICAEW examinations in Accounting and in Audit & Assurance

  • Group Finance
  • Group Finance
  • Booker Group · Contract
  • Booker Group · Contract
  • Feb 2000 - Aug 2000 · 7 mos
  • Feb 2000 - Aug 2000 · 7 mos
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom

  • Administration of Booker wholesale depot accounts and finance
  • Administration of Booker wholesale depot accounts and finance

  • Voluntary work
  • Voluntary work
  • Career Break
  • Career Break
  • Jul 1999 - Jan 2000 · 7 mos
  • Jul 1999 - Jan 2000 · 7 mos
  • Sheffield, England
  • Sheffield, England

  • • Volunteering at the University of Sheffield Students Union to welcome International Students in Semester 1.
    • Pursuing training to work in Oil & Gas.
  • • Volunteering at the University of Sheffield Students Union to welcome International Students in Semester 1. • Pursuing training to work in Oil & Gas.

  • Warehouse Operative
  • Warehouse Operative
  • Booker Group · Full-time
  • Booker Group · Full-time
  • Jun 1995 - Sep 1996 · 1 yr 4 mos
  • Jun 1995 - Sep 1996 · 1 yr 4 mos
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom · On-site
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom · On-site

  • Gap year after studying A levels.
    Working nightshift at the National Distribution Centre which was responsible for wholesale food logistics for 160 depots, supplying 120,000 independent retailers.
  • Gap year after studying A levels. Working nightshift at the National Distribution Centre which was responsible for wholesale food logistics for 160 depots, supplying 120,000 independent retailers.

  • Office Administrative Assistant
  • Office Administrative Assistant
  • Booker Group · Seasonal
  • Booker Group · Seasonal
  • Jun 1993 - Aug 1994 · 1 yr 3 mos
  • Jun 1993 - Aug 1994 · 1 yr 3 mos
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom · On-site
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom · On-site

  • Summer holiday office work after the end of Year 11 and Year 12 in school.
    Supporting in administrative tasks in the Invoice Clearance department. Tasks included microfiche archiving, credit notes reconciliation and depot supplier invoice processing.
  • Summer holiday office work after the end of Year 11 and Year 12 in school. Supporting in administrative tasks in the Invoice Clearance department. Tasks included microfiche archiving, credit notes reconciliation and depot supplier invoice processing.

  • Car cleaner
  • Car cleaner
  • Midland Road Car Wash · Seasonal
  • Midland Road Car Wash · Seasonal
  • Jul 1985 - Aug 1986 · 1 yr 2 mos
  • Jul 1985 - Aug 1986 · 1 yr 2 mos
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom
  • Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom
  • Washing cars for 4 shillings per washer per car to support a low income household.


Education



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Licenses & certifications



  • UAE School Principal License
  • UAE School Principal License
  • Ministry of Education – UAE
  • Ministry of Education – UAE
  • Issued May 2023
  • Issued May 2023
  • Credential ID CR-2023-S-16-008206
  • Credential ID CR-2023-S-16-008206

  • Skills: Educational Leadership
  • Skills: Educational Leadership

  • Emergency First Aid including use of AED
  • Emergency First Aid including use of AED
  • Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services
  • Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services
  • Issued Feb 2023
  • Issued Feb 2023
  • Credential ID FA7131066
  • Credential ID FA7131066

  • Skills: Automated External Defibrillator (AED) · Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Skills: Automated External Defibrillator (AED) · Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

  • Designated Safeguarding Lead - Level 3
  • Designated Safeguarding Lead - Level 3
  • GEMS Education
  • GEMS Education
  • Issued Feb 2022
  • Issued Feb 2022

  • Skills: Safeguarding Children
  • Skills: Safeguarding Children

  • Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching
  • Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching
  • Chartered College of Teaching
  • Chartered College of Teaching
  • Issued Nov 2021
  • Issued Nov 2021


  • Online Safety for Non-Teaching Staff
  • Online Safety for Non-Teaching Staff
  • National Online Safety
  • National Online Safety
  • Issued Nov 2021
  • Issued Nov 2021

  • Skills: Safeguarding Children
  • Skills: Safeguarding Children

  • Power BI Essential Training
  • Power BI Essential Training
  • LinkedIn
  • LinkedIn
  • Issued Oct 2021
  • Issued Oct 2021

  • Skills: Data Analysis
  • Skills: Data Analysis

  • Governance: your role your responsibility your organisation
  • Governance: your role your responsibility your organisation
  • National Governance Association
  • National Governance Association
  • Issued Sep 2021
  • Issued Sep 2021

  • Skills: Governance
  • Skills: Governance

  • Power BI Dashboard for Beginners
  • Power BI Dashboard for Beginners
  • LinkedIn
  • LinkedIn
  • Issued Sep 2021
  • Issued Sep 2021

  • Skills: Data Analysis
  • Skills: Data Analysis

  • Ofsted and the new inspection framework
  • Ofsted and the new inspection framework
  • National Governance Association
  • National Governance Association
  • Issued Aug 2021
  • Issued Aug 2021


  • Safeguarding - The Governor's Role
  • Safeguarding - The Governor's Role
  • National Governance Association
  • National Governance Association
  • Issued Aug 2021
  • Issued Aug 2021


  • Succession Planning
  • Succession Planning
  • National Governance Association
  • National Governance Association
  • Issued Aug 2021
  • Issued Aug 2021


  • Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
  • Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
  • The RSA (The royal society for arts, manufactures and commerce)
  • The RSA (The royal society for arts, manufactures and commerce)
  • Issued Mar 2021
  • Issued Mar 2021


  • Apple Teacher
  • Apple Teacher
  • Apple
  • Apple
  • Issued Jan 2021
  • Issued Jan 2021


  • Microsoft Innovative Educator
  • Microsoft Innovative Educator
  • Microsoft
  • Microsoft
  • Issued Jan 2021
  • Issued Jan 2021


  • NPQEL - National Professional Qualification for Executive Leadership
  • NPQEL - National Professional Qualification for Executive Leadership
  • Department for Education
  • Department for Education
  • Issued Jun 2019
  • Issued Jun 2019


  • Google for Education Certified Trainer
  • Google for Education Certified Trainer
  • Google
  • Google
  • Issued May 2019
  • Issued May 2019


  • Google Certified Educator Level 2
  • Google Certified Educator Level 2
  • Google
  • Google
  • Issued Sep 2018 · Expires Aug 2024
  • Issued Sep 2018 · Expires Aug 2024


  • Google Certified Educator Level 1
  • Google Certified Educator Level 1
  • Google
  • Google
  • Issued Aug 2018 · Expires Aug 2024
  • Issued Aug 2018 · Expires Aug 2024


  • Emergency Aid
  • Emergency Aid
  • The Football Association
  • The Football Association
  • Issued Jul 2015 · Expired Jul 2018
  • Issued Jul 2015 · Expired Jul 2018


  • NPQH - National Professional Qualification for Headship
  • NPQH - National Professional Qualification for Headship
  • Department for Education
  • Department for Education
  • Issued Jun 2015
  • Issued Jun 2015


  • Child Exploitation and Online Safety
  • Child Exploitation and Online Safety
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • Issued May 2015 · Expired Apr 2018
  • Issued May 2015 · Expired Apr 2018


  • Child Neglect Awareness
  • Child Neglect Awareness
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • Issued May 2015
  • Issued May 2015


  • Preventative Bullying
  • Preventative Bullying
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • Issued May 2015
  • Issued May 2015


  • Safer Recruitment
  • Safer Recruitment
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • Issued May 2015
  • Issued May 2015


  • Safeguarding Children
  • Safeguarding Children
  • The Football Association
  • The Football Association
  • Issued Feb 2015
  • Issued Feb 2015


  • Child Protection in Education
  • Child Protection in Education
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • Issued Nov 2014 · Expired Apr 2017
  • Issued Nov 2014 · Expired Apr 2017


  • Data Protection
  • Data Protection
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • EduCare Learning Ltd.
  • Issued Jun 2014
  • Issued Jun 2014


  • Partnership working To Safeguard Children - Level 3
  • Partnership working To Safeguard Children - Level 3
  • Doncaster Council
  • Doncaster Council
  • Issued Dec 2013 · Expired Dec 2016
  • Issued Dec 2013 · Expired Dec 2016


  • Fire safety and Extinguisher use
  • Fire safety and Extinguisher use
  • West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service
  • West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service
  • Issued Dec 2011 · Expired Dec 2014
  • Issued Dec 2011 · Expired Dec 2014


  • Child Protection Named Person's Training
  • Child Protection Named Person's Training
  • Bradford Council
  • Bradford Council
  • Issued Oct 2011 · Expired Oct 2014
  • Issued Oct 2011 · Expired Oct 2014


  • FA Football Coach Level 2
  • FA Football Coach Level 2
  • The Football Association
  • The Football Association
  • Issued Jul 2011
  • Issued Jul 2011


  • Leadership Pathways
  • Leadership Pathways
  • National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services (formerly NCSL)
  • National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services (formerly NCSL)
  • Issued Jun 2010
  • Issued Jun 2010


  • Safer Recruitment
  • Safer Recruitment
  • Sheffield City Council
  • Sheffield City Council
  • Issued May 2010
  • Issued May 2010


  • Fast Track Teaching
  • Fast Track Teaching
  • National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services (formerly NCSL)
  • National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services (formerly NCSL)
  • Issued Sep 2008
  • Issued Sep 2008


  • Emergency First Aid
  • Emergency First Aid
  • Sheffield City Council
  • Sheffield City Council
  • Issued Jun 2007 · Expired Jun 2010
  • Issued Jun 2007 · Expired Jun 2010


  • E-mentor
  • E-mentor
  • The Sheffield College
  • The Sheffield College
  • Issued Nov 2006
  • Issued Nov 2006


  • E-Tutor
  • E-Tutor
  • The Sheffield College
  • The Sheffield College
  • Issued Sep 2006
  • Issued Sep 2006


  • Football Referee County Level 7
  • Football Referee County Level 7
  • Sheffield & Hallamshire County FA
  • Sheffield & Hallamshire County FA
  • Issued Apr 2006
  • Issued Apr 2006


  • FA Football Coach Level 1
  • FA Football Coach Level 1
  • The Football Association
  • The Football Association
  • Issued Jul 2005
  • Issued Jul 2005


  • First Aid
  • First Aid
  • Sheffield City Council
  • Sheffield City Council
  • Issued Dec 2003 · Expired Dec 2006
  • Issued Dec 2003 · Expired Dec 2006


  • Microsoft Office Specialist Master Instructor
  • Microsoft Office Specialist Master Instructor
  • Microsoft
  • Microsoft
  • Issued Dec 2003
  • Issued Dec 2003


  • QTS
  • QTS
  • Department for Education
  • Department for Education
  • Issued Aug 2003
  • Issued Aug 2003


  • BOSIET: Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET). TEMPSCs and rafts. Fire Fighting and Compressed Air Emergency Breathing Systems (CA-EBS)
  • BOSIET: Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET). TEMPSCs and rafts. Fire Fighting and Compressed Air Emergency Breathing Systems (CA-EBS)
  • Petans Limited
  • Petans Limited
  • Issued Nov 1999 · Expired Nov 2002
  • Issued Nov 1999 · Expired Nov 2002

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  • Associate Member
  • Associate Member

Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)Issued Jul 1999New Paragraph

Projects

Projects

Projects




  • All Children Read
  • All Children Read
  • Apr 2021 - Present
  • Apr 2021 - Present
  • Show project

A global not-for-profit umbrella organisation dedicated to eradicate childhood illiteracy.
We work with local partners across the world to ensure all children are able to read.New Paragraph

Volunteering




  • Chair of the Local Governing Board at Robert Miles Infant School
  • Chair of the Local Governing Board at Robert Miles Infant School
  • Nova Education Trust
  • Nova Education Trust
  • Sep 2021 - Present · 2 yrs
  • Sep 2021 - Present · 2 yrs
  • Education
  • Education

  • www.rmischool.co.uk
    Robert Miles Infant School, located in Bingham, Nottinghamshire.
    The school is a member of the Nova Education Trust.
  • www.rmischool.co.uk Robert Miles Infant School, located in Bingham, Nottinghamshire. The school is a member of the Nova Education Trust.

  • Education Strategy Group
  • Education Strategy Group
  • University of Birmingham Dubai
  • University of Birmingham Dubai
  • Oct 2018 - Present · 4 yrs 11 mos
  • Oct 2018 - Present · 4 yrs 11 mos
  • Education
  • Education

  • Founding member. Spearheading dialogue for professional development for teachers and school leadership collaboration in the UAE.
    Strategic partnership between leading schools in Dubai and the University in cascading initial teacher training, research and professional development in the UAE.
  • Founding member. Spearheading dialogue for professional development for teachers and school leadership collaboration in the UAE. Strategic partnership between leading schools in Dubai and the University in cascading initial teacher training, research and professional development in the UAE.

  • Ambassador
  • Ambassador
  • National Crime Agency (NCA)
  • National Crime Agency (NCA)
  • Jan 2012 - Present · 11 yrs 8 mos
  • Jan 2012 - Present · 11 yrs 8 mos
  • Children
  • Children

  • The NCA - CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection) is a member of the VGT (Virtual Global Taskforce).
    The CEOP Education programme aims to help protect children and young people from the threat of online child sexual abuse and exploitation, reducing their vulnerability to abuse, and increasing their confidence and ability to seek help from an appropriate source when they need it.
    Providing training to staff and students in schools to stay safe online, e-safety and protection from online abuse and exploitation
  • The NCA - CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection) is a member of the VGT (Virtual Global Taskforce). The CEOP Education programme aims to help protect children and young people from the threat of online child sexual abuse and exploitation, reducing their vulnerability to abuse, and increasing their confidence and ability to seek help from an appropriate source when they need it. Providing training to staff and students in schools to stay safe online, e-safety and protection from online abuse and exploitation

  • Founder
  • Founder
  • All Children Read
  • All Children Read
  • Apr 2021 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos
  • Apr 2021 - Present · 2 yrs 5 mos
  • Children
  • Children

  • Founder of a global not-for-profit umbrella organisation dedicated to eradicate childhood illiteracy.
    https://allchildrenread.org/
  • Founder of a global not-for-profit umbrella organisation dedicated to eradicate childhood illiteracy. https://allchildrenread.org/

  • Co-Vice Chair of Friends of Ranches Primary School
  • Co-Vice Chair of Friends of Ranches Primary School
  • Cognita Schools
  • Cognita Schools
  • Sep 2021 - Feb 2022 · 6 mos
  • Sep 2021 - Feb 2022 · 6 mos
  • Children
  • Children

  • Parent body of Ranches Primary School, Dubai
  • Parent body of Ranches Primary School, Dubai

  • Chair of Governors
  • Chair of Governors
  • Al Salam Private School & Nursery
  • Al Salam Private School & Nursery
  • Apr 2016 - Aug 2017 · 1 yr 5 mos
  • Apr 2016 - Aug 2017 · 1 yr 5 mos
  • Education
  • Education

  • Recognised as best practice by the KHDA 'Gift of Good Governance" report.
    School Improvement advisory support:
    https://whichschooladvisor.com/uae/school-news/al-salam-private-school-your-questions-answered
  • Recognised as best practice by the KHDA 'Gift of Good Governance" report. School Improvement advisory support: https://whichschooladvisor.com/uae/school-news/al-salam-private-school-your-questions-answered

  • Peer Mentor
  • Peer Mentor
  • The Future Leaders Trust
  • The Future Leaders Trust
  • Mar 2014 - Aug 2014 · 6 mos
  • Mar 2014 - Aug 2014 · 6 mos
  • Education
  • Education

  • Mentoring aspiring headteachers and school leaders.
  • Mentoring aspiring headteachers and school leaders.

  • Governor
  • Governor
  • Sheffield City Council
  • Sheffield City Council
  • Sep 2006 - Jul 2010 · 3 yrs 11 mos
  • Sep 2006 - Jul 2010 · 3 yrs 11 mos
  • Education
  • Education

  • Sheffield Local Authority School Governor.
    Wisewood Secondary School.
    Sat on Health & Safety sub-committee
  • Sheffield Local Authority School Governor. Wisewood Secondary School. Sat on Health & Safety sub-committee

  • Leadership Mentor
  • Leadership Mentor
  • Indigo Diversity Ltd
  • Indigo Diversity Ltd
  • Dec 2012 - Jul 2013 · 8 mos
  • Dec 2012 - Jul 2013 · 8 mos
  • Education
  • Education

  • As alumni of the inaugural Diverse Leaders of Tomorrow (Yorkshire), I took on a Leadership Mentor role for the Diverse Educators Network. The programme was designed to mentor aspiring young teachers into senior leadership roles.
  • As alumni of the inaugural Diverse Leaders of Tomorrow (Yorkshire), I took on a Leadership Mentor role for the Diverse Educators Network. The programme was designed to mentor aspiring young teachers into senior leadership roles.

  • Volunteer Teacher
  • Volunteer Teacher
  • City Circle Saturday School
  • City Circle Saturday School
  • Nov 2001 - Feb 2003 · 1 yr 4 mos
  • Nov 2001 - Feb 2003 · 1 yr 4 mos
  • Education
  • Education

Awarded Valuable Contribution certificate (June 2002).
The City Circle Saturday School aims to address educational disadvantage and also provide positive role models, who contribute to the development of balanced adults who will be able to make a positive impact within their communities.

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Skills


Passed LinkedIn Skill AssessmentNew Paragraph


  • Embrace diversity and ditch the outdated ‘alpha’ leaders
  • Embrace diversity and ditch the outdated ‘alpha’ leaders
  • TES · May 16, 2023
  • TES · May 16, 2023

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  • Schools need to reflect and provide role models in leadership for the communities they serve
  • Schools need to reflect and provide role models in leadership for the communities they serve

  • How to survive as a new SLT in an international school
  • How to survive as a new SLT in an international school
  • TES · Aug 12, 2022
  • TES · Aug 12, 2022

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  • Many will be starting a new senior leadership role in an international school this September – either having climbed through the ranks or moved over from the UK. Here one experienced international leader offers some key advice to help ease them into the job
  • Many will be starting a new senior leadership role in an international school this September – either having climbed through the ranks or moved over from the UK. Here one experienced international leader offers some key advice to help ease them into the job

  • Three inspections and a funeral: finding resilience in testing times
  • Three inspections and a funeral: finding resilience in testing times
  • TES · Jun 10, 2022
  • TES · Jun 10, 2022

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  • Book Review: 'The Birmingham Book: Lessons in urban education leadership and policy from the Trojan Horse affair' by Colin Diamond
  • Book Review: 'The Birmingham Book: Lessons in urban education leadership and policy from the Trojan Horse affair' by Colin Diamond
  • Crown House · Jun 1, 2022
  • Crown House · Jun 1, 2022

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  • Diamond’s book is very relevant and has implications beyond Birmingham. It sheds light onto how the needs of the largest minority group in England – Muslims – are or are not being met and the reaction by authorities to alarmist levels, escalating prejudice, fear and mistrust, despite it resulting in no criminal charges whatsoever. His privileged position to bring together many of the key actors in the Trojan Horse affair allows a focus on the causes of the series of incidents. His reference to Holmwood provides an apt interjection in the discourse. The subsequent effects on the professional lives of many are alluded to in an authentic narrative by Campbell-Stephens. With this, the book leaves the reader wanting to ask more questions – four of which I allude to here: how can the mistrust amongst the Muslim community be repaired with an authentic voice? How can pupil outcomes be regained to the high levels of attainment pre-Trojan Horse? What is the accountability of governance across all multi-academy trusts in England? Lastly, how can barriers be removed for aspiring Muslim school leaders in their career progression who are still in the shadow of the incidents from 2013–2014?
  • Diamond’s book is very relevant and has implications beyond Birmingham. It sheds light onto how the needs of the largest minority group in England – Muslims – are or are not being met and the reaction by authorities to alarmist levels, escalating prejudice, fear and mistrust, despite it resulting in no criminal charges whatsoever. His privileged position to bring together many of the key actors in the Trojan Horse affair allows a focus on the causes of the series of incidents. His reference to Holmwood provides an apt interjection in the discourse. The subsequent effects on the professional lives of many are alluded to in an authentic narrative by Campbell-Stephens. With this, the book leaves the reader wanting to ask more questions – four of which I allude to here: how can the mistrust amongst the Muslim community be repaired with an authentic voice? How can pupil outcomes be regained to the high levels of attainment pre-Trojan Horse? What is the accountability of governance across all multi-academy trusts in England? Lastly, how can barriers be removed for aspiring Muslim school leaders in their career progression who are still in the shadow of the incidents from 2013–2014?
  • Other authors
  • Other authors


  • The schools making ‘impossible’ timetable change a reality
  • The schools making ‘impossible’ timetable change a reality
  • TES Magazine · Feb 4, 2022
  • TES Magazine · Feb 4, 2022

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  • Four and a half day school week
  • Four and a half day school week

  • Book Review: Educational Leadership and the Global Majority: Decolonising Narratives
  • Book Review: Educational Leadership and the Global Majority: Decolonising Narratives
  • Journal of Groundwork Cases and Faculty of Judgement (GCFJ) · Jan 22, 2022
  • Journal of Groundwork Cases and Faculty of Judgement (GCFJ) · Jan 22, 2022

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  • Amin-Ali, K. (2022) Book Review Campbell-Stephens, R. (2021) Educational Leadership and the Global Majority: Decolonising Narratives. London: Palgrave MacMillan., in Journal of Groundwork Cases and Faculty of Judgement 1, (2) 319-324. 324
    ISSN 2754-0243.
  • Amin-Ali, K. (2022) Book Review Campbell-Stephens, R. (2021) Educational Leadership and the Global Majority: Decolonising Narratives. London: Palgrave MacMillan., in Journal of Groundwork Cases and Faculty of Judgement 1, (2) 319-324. 324 ISSN 2754-0243.
  • Other authors
  • Other authors



  • 5 ways Heads can get the most from Governing Boards
  • 5 ways Heads can get the most from Governing Boards
  • TES · Nov 18, 2021
  • TES · Nov 18, 2021

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  • A-Z of School Leadership: A guide for new school leaders
  • A-Z of School Leadership: A guide for new school leaders
  • Independent · Jul 26, 2021
  • Independent · Jul 26, 2021

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  • An essential guide for new and aspiring school leaders and headteachers.
  • An essential guide for new and aspiring school leaders and headteachers.

  • Hughes
  • Hughes
  • Hughes Hall, The University of Cambridge · Apr 2, 2021
  • Hughes Hall, The University of Cambridge · Apr 2, 2021

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  • News from Our Members
  • News from Our Members

  • Apple, Google and Microsoft certificates: a guide

  • Apple, Google and Microsoft certificates: a guide
  • TES · Feb 16, 2021
  • TES · Feb 16, 2021

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  • A comparison of each certification offered to educators by the leading tech firms
  • A comparison of each certification offered to educators by the leading tech firms

  • Why I can’t put my faith in exams any more

  • Why I can’t put my faith in exams any more
  • TES · Feb 2, 2021
  • TES · Feb 2, 2021

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  • Discussing the future format of school exams and assessment #futureschool
  • Discussing the future format of school exams and assessment #futureschool

  • Roald Dahl Day: The life lessons Willy Wonka teaches us
  • Roald Dahl Day: The life lessons Willy Wonka teaches us
  • TES · Sep 13, 2020
  • TES · Sep 13, 2020

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  • Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a timeless reminder of the power of education, humility and resilience.
    Education is indeed the Golden Ticket.
  • Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a timeless reminder of the power of education, humility and resilience. Education is indeed the Golden Ticket.

  • Why charity is a big focus of our September return
  • Why charity is a big focus of our September return
  • TES · Aug 19, 2020
  • TES · Aug 19, 2020

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  • Why charity is a vital concept for everyone in these strange times - and will have huge long-term benefits
  • Why charity is a vital concept for everyone in these strange times - and will have huge long-term benefits

  • Coronavirus: virtual tours prove a hit as UAE schools look to welcome new pupils in September
  • Coronavirus: virtual tours prove a hit as UAE schools look to welcome new pupils in September
  • The National UAE · Jul 2, 2020
  • The National UAE · Jul 2, 2020

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  • Interview in The National newspaper (UAE) regarding Schools reopening after the Coronavirus-19 lockdown.
  • Interview in The National newspaper (UAE) regarding Schools reopening after the Coronavirus-19 lockdown.
  • Other authors
  • Other authors


  • Why schools must prepare for the next digital era
  • Why schools must prepare for the next digital era
  • TES · Jun 22, 2020
  • TES · Jun 22, 2020

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  • Schools that had already embraced e-learning coped better with closures - let's learn from that
  • Schools that had already embraced e-learning coped better with closures - let's learn from that

  • United Arab Emirates: An overview
  • United Arab Emirates: An overview
  • Education in the Arab World (Bloomsbury) · Jun 1, 2017
  • Education in the Arab World (Bloomsbury) · Jun 1, 2017

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Education in the Arab World is a critical reference guide to development of education in the region edited by Dr Serra Kirdar and series editor Professor Colin Brock.

Kausor Amin-Ali is the author of Chapter 11 of the book, 'United Arab Emirates: An overview.'

It aims to provide a summary as then known of the education system, as well as discussion of educational reforms and socio-economic issues.

Including a comparative introduction to the issues facing education in the region as a whole, this book is an essential reference for researchers, scholars, international agencies and policy-makers.New Paragraph

Honors & awards



  • Educational Influencer of the Year
  • Educational Influencer of the Year
  • Issued by GESS Dubai · Nov 2022
  • Issued by GESS Dubai · Nov 2022


  • Associated with All Children Read
  • Associated with All Children Read
  • The Mark Duncan Award
  • The Mark Duncan Award

  • Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching
  • Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching
  • Issued by The Chartered College of Teaching · Nov 2021
  • Issued by The Chartered College of Teaching · Nov 2021


  • Associated with JESS, Dubai
  • Associated with JESS, Dubai
  • Fellowship to recognise the commitment and achievements of teachers and school leaders. This is an accolade held by some of the most committed teachers and leaders who have shown a significant and sustained contribution to the teaching profession.
  • Fellowship to recognise the commitment and achievements of teachers and school leaders. This is an accolade held by some of the most committed teachers and leaders who have shown a significant and sustained contribution to the teaching profession.

  • Fellow of the RSA
  • Fellow of the RSA
  • Issued by Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce · Mar 2021
  • Issued by Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce · Mar 2021


  • Associated with Dubai English Speaking College
  • Associated with Dubai English Speaking College
  • Fellowship of the RSA is an award granted to individuals that the Royal Society of Arts judges to have made outstanding achievements to social progress and development.
  • Fellowship of the RSA is an award granted to individuals that the Royal Society of Arts judges to have made outstanding achievements to social progress and development.

  • Innovative School
  • Innovative School
  • Issued by Europe Schools Net & Acer · Oct 2018
  • Issued by Europe Schools Net & Acer · Oct 2018


  • Associated with Al Salam Private School & Nursery
  • Associated with Al Salam Private School & Nursery
  • #futureschool award for the school in leading innovation and digital learning issued by Europe Schools Net
  • #futureschool award for the school in leading innovation and digital learning issued by Europe Schools Net

  • Google for Education Reference School
  • Google for Education Reference School
  • Issued by Google · Sep 2018
  • Issued by Google · Sep 2018


  • Associated with Al Salam Private School & Nursery
  • Associated with Al Salam Private School & Nursery
  • School awarded reference school status for innovative and effective use if GSuite for Education
  • School awarded reference school status for innovative and effective use if GSuite for Education

  • Top 50 Fast Track Teacher (England & Wales)
  • Top 50 Fast Track Teacher (England & Wales)
  • Issued by National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services (formerly NCSL) · Mar 2009
  • Issued by National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services (formerly NCSL) · Mar 2009


  • Associated with Wisewood School & Community Sports College
  • Associated with Wisewood School & Community Sports College
  • Fast Track Teaching (FTT) programme is a very selective programme designed to identify teachers who can have an accelerated trajectory into leadership. I was recognised as one of the top 50 participants across England and Wales.
  • Fast Track Teaching (FTT) programme is a very selective programme designed to identify teachers who can have an accelerated trajectory into leadership. I was recognised as one of the top 50 participants across England and Wales.

  • FA Charter Standard
  • FA Charter Standard
  • Issued by The Football Association · May 2007
  • Issued by The Football Association · May 2007


  • Associated with Wisewood School & Community Sports College
  • Associated with Wisewood School & Community Sports College
  • As the School's Football Coordinator, this was recognition of outstanding provision for Boys and Girls schools football and establishing excellent parental and community engagement in supporting active and healthy lifestyles in schools.
  • As the School's Football Coordinator, this was recognition of outstanding provision for Boys and Girls schools football and establishing excellent parental and community engagement in supporting active and healthy lifestyles in schools.

  • Outstanding Teacher in the City of Sheffield
  • Outstanding Teacher in the City of Sheffield
  • Issued by Sheffield Children and Young Persons Directorate · May 2006
  • Issued by Sheffield Children and Young Persons Directorate · May 2006


  • Associated with Wisewood School & Community Sports College
  • Associated with Wisewood School & Community Sports College

Outstanding Achievement by a Secondary School teacher in the City of Sheffield for pioneering e-learning, anytime anywhere learning.New Paragraph

Organizations



  • Chartered College of Teaching
  • Chartered College of Teaching
  • Fellow · Nov 2021 - Present
  • Fellow · Nov 2021 - Present


  • Associated with JESS, Dubai
  • Associated with JESS, Dubai

  • All Children Read
  • All Children Read
  • Founder · Apr 2021 - Present
  • Founder · Apr 2021 - Present


  • Royal Society for arts, manufactures and commerce
  • Royal Society for arts, manufactures and commerce
  • Fellow · Mar 2021 - Present
  • Fellow · Mar 2021 - Present


  • Associated with Dubai English Speaking College
  • Associated with Dubai English Speaking College

  • National Crime Agency
  • National Crime Agency
  • CEOP Ambassador · Jan 2012 - Present
  • CEOP Ambassador · Jan 2012 - Present


  • Associated with Kings Science Academy
  • Associated with Kings Science Academy
  • Advanced Child Protection and Safeguarding training with a focus on the online sphere.
  • Advanced Child Protection and Safeguarding training with a focus on the online sphere.

  • Institute of Chemical Engineers
  • Institute of Chemical Engineers
  • Associate Member · Apr 1999 - Present
  • Associate Member · Apr 1999 - Present


  • Associated with
  • Associated with

  • Future Leaders
  • Future Leaders
  • Associate Member · Jun 2010 - Jun 2014
  • Associate Member · Jun 2010 - Jun 2014


  • Associated with Balby Carr Community Sports & Science College
  • Associated with Balby Carr Community Sports & Science College

  • Association of Teachers of Mathematics
  • Association of Teachers of Mathematics
  • Member · Nov 2002 - Nov 2013
  • Member · Nov 2002 - Nov 2013


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