Trainee Science Teacher - Dishal

Dishal holds a BSc (Hons) in Biotechnology, a Higher Diploma in Biotechnology, and an MSc in Conservation Biology. His academic background has given him a strong grounding in scientific principles, particularly in biology, chemistry, and physics. Over the past two years, he has worked as a Cover Supervisor at Arnold Hill Spencer Academy, delivering pre-planned lessons and providing long-term cover in Science and Maths across KS3 and KS4.

He demonstrates an ability to adapt his teaching to meet diverse learner needs and maintains positive relationships with students through calm communication and consistent expectations. His experience includes implementing effective behaviour management strategies and contributing to safeguarding and pastoral support. Dishal is reflective in his practice, identifying subject-specific pedagogy and lesson sequencing as areas he aims to strengthen through training. He shows clear potential to develop into a confident and engaging Science teacher.

Strengths

• Strong subject knowledge: Holds degrees in Biotechnology and Conservation Biology, with a solid understanding of biology, chemistry, and physics.
• Classroom experience: Two years as a Cover Supervisor in UK secondary education, delivering lessons across KS3–KS4 Science.
• Behaviour management: Uses calm authority, consistency, and rapport-building to create a safe and focused learning environment.
• Safeguarding awareness: Experienced in identifying and escalating concerns, with multiple CPDL certifications in safeguarding and student welfare.
• Reflective and adaptable: Seeks feedback and continuously adjusts teaching strategies to improve engagement and learning outcomes.
• Commitment to professional growth: Proactive in pursuing subject knowledge enhancement and pedagogical development.

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