Laura Nicholson
Deputy Head Teacher @Turing House School
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WORK HISTORY
Deputy Head Teacher @Turing House School
Leadership: As the second in charge, I oversee the daily leadership and operations of a visionary and successful secondary school. Promoted from Assistant Headteacher to Deputy Headteacher in 2019.Strategic Planning & Project Execution: Led the establishment of a temporary school site and supported the opening of a permanent site, which has now grown to full capacity.Performance Management: Oversaw our in-house performance management systems for up to 80 members of staff.Event Coordination: Organised large-scale school events, fostering community engagement.Risk Management: Served as Designated/Deputy Safeguarding Lead, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.Quality Control: Led quality assurance for Vocational Qualifications and Non-Examined Assessments.Diversity & Inclusion: Directed the school’s equalities program, enhancing LGBTQ+ inclusivity.Professional Development: Implemented quality assurance processes, supporting staff development.Leadership: Managed a team of 6-10 direct reports, fostering professional growth.Policy Development: Administered behavioural and safety policies, driving significant impact.Program Development: Developed transition programs for Year 6 to Year 7 students.Strategic Communication: Contribute to the school development plan and report to governors, ensuring effective and thorough communication on key whole school initiatives.Educational Delivery: Led by example in delivering high-quality lessons and line managed departments across the school, demonstrating measurable impact in GCSE and A-Level progress and outcomes.
EDUCATION
The University of Edinburgh
Bachelor of Education - BEd Hons. , Physical Education
ABOUT LAURA NICHOLSON
Deputy Headteacher/Strategic Educational Leader
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