Jamie

Over 10 years as head of Social Sciences at Dame Alice Owen's school, recently voted in the Sunday Times (2021) as the state school of the decade in the South East of England. I love teaching and work tirelessly to meet the needs of those who I am fortunate to work with. I have two young boys and a partner who also teaches. I love the outdoors and cycle 100 miles a week for my commute to school. I was fortunate enough to spend two years cycling around the world, so would like to think I am both patient, resilient and have a keen appreciation of global issues. Please refer to the many references on the platform as evidence of my work ethic with tutees.

Tutoring Experience

I have over 15 years teaching experience, in addition to Industry experience and time working at the Treasury and Prime Minister's Office. I teach Business and Economics at GCSE and A Level and can tutor across all exam boards. I lead a very successful faculty, have worked as an examiner and have most recently implemented a whole school revision approach for exam classes, so am well placed to offer tuition to a high standard. I have completed an MA in Education. I spent 3 years in a challenging school setting before being invited to return to my current school where I originally trained. My roles have been varied including head of enterprise, head of year 12 & 13 and my current role as head of Social Sciences which I have now held for 10 years (Business, Economics & Sociology). I have recently completed a secondment with the Senior Leadership team focusing on effective revision strategies, which involved implementing a whole school initiative. I am also an examiner for A Level Business.

Tutoring Approach

I would take a flexible approach dependent on the needs of the student. I have a range of effective revision strategies which could be used in the session, along with a wealth of resources which I would be happy to share. I would make sure that the sessions are interesting, interactive and with a focus on any misconceptions the student may have. I would mix developing solid subject knowledge along with a sound exam technique. I would mark work of tutees and offer constructive feedback. I have access to model answers to help improve exam technique where required.