Sophie Joseph
Foreign Language Teacher at Graveney School- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Full professional proficiency
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French Limited working proficiency
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Arabic Limited working proficiency
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Experience
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Graveney School
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United Kingdom
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Foreign Language Teacher
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Sep 2018 - Present
I am currently working at Graveney School, a mixed inner-city comprehensive school in South London, teaching Spanish to pupils across KS3 and KS4. On top of this, I value my role as a form tutor, delivering well-being and pastoral support to younger pupils at the school. I am currently Head of House which entails organising events, competitions, socials and leading assemblies as well as KS3 Transition Coordinator whereby I ensure the smooth transition of pupils from primary to secondary school, tailoring support for all pupils. I have also led on creating the Graveney Virtual Open Day which involved working collaboratively with various stakeholders throughout the school. Show less
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Institute of Education
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London, United Kingdom
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PGCE Trainee Teacher
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Sep 2017 - Sep 2018
Currently undertaking my PGCE in Modern Foreign Languages at the Institute of Education. SE1 Placement - La Retraite Catholic Girl's School, London Successfully taught secondary Spanish up to KS4 and French up to KS3 - positive lesson observations with keep interest to implement Oracy within the classroom as well as AfL techniques. Strong focus on National Curriculum as well as promoting strong cultural awareness within pupils from inner London. Currently undertaking my PGCE in Modern Foreign Languages at the Institute of Education. SE1 Placement - La Retraite Catholic Girl's School, London Successfully taught secondary Spanish up to KS4 and French up to KS3 - positive lesson observations with keep interest to implement Oracy within the classroom as well as AfL techniques. Strong focus on National Curriculum as well as promoting strong cultural awareness within pupils from inner London.
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Teach First
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United Kingdom
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Access Coordinator
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Oct 2015 - Sep 2018
1. Providing wider organisational support for the Access Team and Teach First national and regional priority events and campaigns as they come up - such as the Employability Leadership Programme 2. Collate and compile data/surveys/stats scheduled throughout academic year, to help us understand and evaluate the Impact of our Futures Programme (a programme designed to help those from a disadvantaged background, make an informed decision about going to a Russell Group university) 3. Coordinating the logistics and day-to-day running for this year's Easter Schools (2 week residential in either Cambridge/Oxford), organising transport, accommodation, staffing, child safeguarding and activities 4. Designing content for pupils on the Oxbridge Support Programme, including Admissions Test Resource Packs, weekly newsletters, personal statement workshops and Oxbridge trips. 5. Implementing robust child safeguarding procedures for the department. Teach First Impact Conference - Logistical Support Details: Impact Conference 2016 - https://www.teachfirst.org.uk/impact-conference Teach First Impact Conference is one of the largest education-focused conferences in the UK. This year, we brought a group of our pupils along, to present and discuss their views on barriers they face to accessing Higher Education. I coordinated the logistics and further support for our pupils throughout the conference. Show less
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National Letterbox Marketing
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United Kingdom
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Account Executive
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Nov 2014 - Oct 2015
Assisting the planning and executing of nationwide leaflet campaigns for a wide variety of clients across the UK, via data analysis and thorough research based on national census reports and development material. Assisting the planning and executing of nationwide leaflet campaigns for a wide variety of clients across the UK, via data analysis and thorough research based on national census reports and development material.
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Bearfields LTD
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Leytonstone
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Personal Assistant
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Sep 2014 - Oct 2014
My role is predominantly administration based, while I also screen phone calls and make online orders. I have learnt valuable organisational, time management and communication skills during this role. My role is predominantly administration based, while I also screen phone calls and make online orders. I have learnt valuable organisational, time management and communication skills during this role.
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Teach For India
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India
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Teaching Fellow
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Aug 2014 - Sep 2014
I was teaching primary school children a variety of subjects through the medium of English. The NGO focused on children who live in lowest-income areas, so I was therefore evaluating ways in which the school could be further improved. I was teaching primary school children a variety of subjects through the medium of English. The NGO focused on children who live in lowest-income areas, so I was therefore evaluating ways in which the school could be further improved.
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House PR
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United Kingdom
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern
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Jul 2014 - Aug 2014
During my time as an Intern with House PR I was allocated various responsibilities. Firstly, I had to help liaise and organise various events with major clients such as Disarrono, Versace and Sailor Jerry. I also helped translate press releases and construct coverage. I worked as a core member of the team and very much enjoyed both the administration aspect as well as the event management roles I was designated. This job allowed me to get a taste for Public Relations, which mostly involved client liaising and event organisation- which I thoroughly enjoyed. Show less
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Tinder (Not the sexy time company! Now Defunct.)
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United States
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing and Promotions Intern
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Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
This summer I have worked at a few major event venues, including Wimbledon and The Oval, as a Sales Promoter for Tinder UK. This role involved approaching a diverse set of people and issuing them with promotional Tinder items in exchange for a photo with the item. This role allowed me to interact with people and utilise social media in order to promote and market the Tinder brand. This role earned me valuable insight into a quickly growing industry which I will carry with me to future job marketing/advertising industries. Show less
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Stafford House International
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United Kingdom
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Activities Coordinator
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Jul 2013 - Aug 2013
I spent three consecutive summers working as an Activities Coordinator in both Cambridge and Cheltenham Centres.During the summer Stafford House School of English accommodates children from an international background from the ages of 12-17. The summer school combines language lessons and leisure activities across centres in the UK. As Activities Coordinator, my role was to integrate children from different cultures and backgrounds via the organisation and execution of various activities.Activities included sports, music, organising events and integration activities and group excursions to London, Bath, Stratford etc. This experience enabled me to use my initiative, think on my feet, communicate clearly, organise efficiently and maintain a high level of responsibility when working with children. Show less
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Manchester United
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Spectator Sports
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700 & Above Employee
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Hostess
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Dec 2010 - Dec 2011
I worked as a Silver Service Hostess/Waitress in the VIP area of Manchester United Football Club during my first year of university at Manchester. This experience encouraged me to work under pressure both individually and as a team. As I worked within the VIP department I had to perfect my communication, presentation and interaction skills in order to achieve strong client relationships. Speaking English, Spanish and French to a proficient level certainly enabled me to widen my clientèle and create trusting relations. Show less
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Clarks
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United Kingdom
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Marketing Assistant
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Sep 2008 - Oct 2009
During my Sixth Form Studies I worked alongside the Sales and Marketing Team in order improve my customer service skills and help to create and develop campaign strategies for the international retail store. I worked in the offices and on the shop floor which allowed me to engage in primary market research in order to establish strong results. Attending meetings and workshops around the country, I was able to gain a keen insight into marketing strategy for future employment possibilities. Show less
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Education
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UCL
Postgraduate Degree, Education -
The University of Manchester
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), European Studies with Spanish -
Universidad de Almería
ERASMUS, Humanities/Humanistic Studies -
Hockerill Anglo European College
International Baccalaureate, Politics and Languages