Nick C.

Deputy Head Academic at Rendcomb College

United Kingdom

About

I am an experienced teacher and senior leader in independent day and boarding schools. I have a strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils and developing staff, leading meaningful change in teaching, curriculum, and school organisation. Alongside this, I have worked as an ISI inspector, chair of governors, and principal examiner, giving me a wide perspective on what drives successful schools.

Experience

  • Deputy Head (Academic) at Rendcomb College
    Sep 2016 - Present · 9 yrs 10 mos

  • ISI Team Inspector at Independent Schools Inspectorate
    Mar 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 4 mos

  • Subject Expert: Science at Ofqual
    Sep 2005 - Present · 20 yrs 10 mos

    Various consultancy activities including standards over time, specification approval and comparability studies.

  • Principal Examiner at AQA
    Sep 2010 - Aug 2020 · 10 yrs

    Senior Associate Principal Examiner A-Level Physics Lead Assessment Writer GCSE Additional Science (Physics) Reviser / Scrutineer / Team Leader A-grade examiner

  • Head of Faculty : Science and PE at Downside School
    Sep 2005 - Aug 2016 · 11 yrs