NIKISHA MATTU
Coventry
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in curriculum design and culturally responsive development. Proven leader in personal development and PSHE/RSE, focusing on student progress monitoring and SEND support. Skilled in professional development, classroom management, and fostering positive relationships. Committed to safeguarding and behavior for learning, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a background in humanities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Inclusion Progress Leader (KS3 and KS4)
President Kennedy School
Coventry
2024.01 - 2026.04
- Lead on tracking and improving progress for students with additional learning needs across KS3 and KS4, ensuring targeted interventions support academic and personal development.
- Work closely with teaching staff to implement inclusive strategies within the classroom, improving access to the curriculum and closing attainment gaps.
- Deliver whole school CPD on inclusion, diversity and adaptive teaching, supporting staff in developing effective and inclusive classroom practice.
- Monitor pupil data and intervention impact, using evidence to refine strategies and drive continuous improvement in outcomes for SEND learners.
- Contribute to a whole school culture of inclusion, promoting high expectations and ensuring all students are supported to succeed.
Teacher of Religious Education, Sociology and History (Humanities)
President Kennedy School
Coventry
2020.01 - 2026.04
- Teach Religious Education across KS3 to KS4, Sociology across KS4 to KS5, and History at KS3, delivering engaging humanities lessons that promote critical thinking, discussion and independent learning.
- Plan and sequence a coherent and challenging curriculum aligned with national expectations, ensuring strong knowledge retention and clear progression across key stages.
- Create an inclusive classroom environment that supports a diverse student cohort, including pupils with SEND, using adaptive teaching strategies to secure progress for all learners.
- Use formative assessment, targeted questioning and feedback to monitor progress closely, address misconceptions and improve pupil outcomes.
- Contribute to Teaching and Learning development across the department, supporting colleagues with lesson planning, curriculum delivery and strategies for stretch and challenge.
- Embed student voice and reflective practice within lessons, encouraging pupils to take ownership of their learning and develop confidence in articulating ideas.
Personal Development Co-ordinator (KS3)
President Kennedy School
Coventry
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Designed and implemented a progressive PSHE and RSE curriculum for Years 7 to 9, ensuring content was age appropriate, inclusive and responsive to student needs.
- Ensured full compliance with statutory PSHE and RSE requirements while embedding school values, safeguarding priorities and student wellbeing.
- Collaborated with staff across KS4 and KS5 to align and sequence personal development provision, supporting continuity and progression across the school.
- Delivered staff CPD and led whole school assemblies on key themes including wellbeing, relationships, diversity and safeguarding.
Education
PGCE: Secondary School Direct in Religious Education with QTS -
University of Warwick
UK 2019.09 - 2020.07
BA (Hons) - Sociology
University of Warwick
UK 2016.09 - 2019.05
A-Levels - Sociology A, Psychology B, Philosophy and Ethics B
President Kennedy School
2014.09 - 2016.06
GCSEs - A-C including English and Maths
President Kennedy School
2012.09 - 2014.06
Skills
- Curriculum Design & Lesson Planning
- Culturally Responsive Curriculum Development
- Personal Development & PSHE/RSE Leadership
- Student Progress monitoring & SEND support
- Professional Development & Training
- Classroom management & Building Positive Relationships
- Safeguarding & Behaviour for Learning
- Microsoft Office
- Humanities
- Inclusion
References
Available upon request
Enrichment & Extra-Curricular Involvement
Founder and Lead 'Undivided' Enrichment Club | 2021 – Present
Created and led the ‘Undivided’ enrichment group, designed to celebrate the multicultural identity of the school and wider community. Promoted inclusion, belonging, and respect for diversity through student led initiatives, including cultural festivals, charity events, and leadership opportunities. Recognised by senior leaders for strengthening student confidence, unity, and community engagement.
Whole School Lead,
School Improvement Group Inclusion and Diversity in the Classroom | 2024 – 2025 Led a school improvement group focused on embedding inclusive practice across teaching and learning. Worked collaboratively with staff to align approaches with the School Improvement Plan, diversify curricula, and ensure consistency in inclusive classroom practice.
Whole School SME trainer Equality,
Diversity and Inclusion Training | 2022 – 2025 Delivered whole staff training on equality, diversity, and inclusion, providing practical strategies to support staff in responding to discriminatory behaviour and embedding inclusive practice. Led sessions on unconscious bias, microaggressions, and culturally responsive teaching for both staff and Teach First trainees. Founder and Lead 'Undivided' Enrichment Club | 2021 – Present Created and led the ‘Undivided’ enrichment group, designed to celebrate the multicultural identity of the school and wider community. Promoted inclusion, belonging, and respect for diversity through student led initiatives, including cultural festivals, charity events, and leadership opportunities. Recognised by senior leaders for strengthening student confidence, unity, and community engagement. Whole School Lead, School Improvement Group Inclusion and Diversity in the Classroom | 2024 – 2025 Led a school improvement group focused on embedding inclusive practice across teaching and learning. Worked collaboratively with staff to align approaches with the School Improvement Plan, diversify curricula, and ensure consistency in inclusive classroom practice. Whole School SME trainer Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training | 2022 – 2025 Delivered whole staff training on equality, diversity, and inclusion, providing practical strategies to support staff in responding to discriminatory behaviour and embedding inclusive practice. Led sessions on unconscious bias, microaggressions, and culturally responsive teaching for both staff and Teach First trainees.
Continued Professional Development (CPD) and Training
- National Educational Union CPD: Understanding ADHD within educational settings & Study Skills and Revision Techniques for Neurodivergent learners | February 2023
- SEMHL Training session delivered by Miranda Carroll | September 2024
- Tutor2U Training Courses Maximising student performance in AQA A-Level exam skills and Identifying and Improving Analysis | July 2024
- National Educational Union CPD: Show Racism the Red Card | April 2023
- Schools, Students and Teachers network – (SSAT) National award for Middle Leaders | 2022- 2023
- The Association for Science Education: Ethnic Diversity and English as Second Language Network Meeting | September 2022
- The Futures Teaching Alliance Building Future Leaders Programme | 2021 – 2022
- SociologySupport: AQA GCSE and A-Level developing student exam skills | 2021 – 2022
Timeline
Inclusion Progress Leader (KS3 and KS4)
President Kennedy School
2024.01 - 2026.04
Personal Development Co-ordinator (KS3)
President Kennedy School
2023.01 - 2024.01
Teacher of Religious Education, Sociology and History (Humanities)
President Kennedy School
2020.01 - 2026.04
PGCE: Secondary School Direct in Religious Education with QTS -
University of Warwick
2019.09 - 2020.07
BA (Hons) - Sociology
University of Warwick
2016.09 - 2019.05
A-Levels - Sociology A, Psychology B, Philosophy and Ethics B
President Kennedy School
2014.09 - 2016.06
GCSEs - A-C including English and Maths
President Kennedy School
2012.09 - 2014.06