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STUART BOOTH

STUART BOOTH

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Accomplished professional with a strong focus on strategic planning and quality assurance. Demonstrates leadership acumen through effective team leadership, staff development, and training and mentoring initiatives. Skilled in performance management, revenue management strategy, and departmental budget planning, ensuring profit and loss responsibility is met. Adept at brand positioning and public relations strategies, with a proven track record in influential communication. Committed to enhancing organisational success through decision-making prowess and performance evaluation.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF EXTENDED CURRICULUM AND PATHWAY

GEMS Winchester School
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Expanded responsibilities to line manage Sports, Art, Performing Arts, and whole-school BTEC departments, ensuring alignment with the school's vision and development goals.
  • Promoted to oversee BTEC programs across school, establishing student pathways through partnerships with companies like HSBC, Radisson Red, Desert Vipers, MyGolf, and Fortinet.
  • Facilitated real-world experiences for BTEC students, including events, placements, and project work with leading organisations.
  • Introduced a post-16 football pathway, integrating BTEC/A-level studies with professional-level training, generating significant revenue for the school.
  • Designed and implemented a performance suite for strength and conditioning, accessible to both students and staff. Secured external partnerships and sponsorships to significantly reduce costs for the school, ensuring a high-quality facility with minimal financial impact.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental collaborations resulting in stronger teamwork.
  • Developed growth plans to enhance market presence.
  • Led and mentored teams, empowering individual career development as well as team achievements.

DIRECTOR OF SPORTS

GEMS Winchester School
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
09.2022 - 08.2024
  • Created the WSD Lions brand, engaging students in the design and development, fostering school pride.
  • Established after-school sports programs for the first time, engaging over 600 students weekly.
  • Formed a Sports Council and leadership roles, empowering students to take ownership of sports initiatives.
  • Improved iGCSE PE results by 20% and successfully introduced BTEC Sports at Levels 2 and 3.
  • Developed an in-house CPD program for staff, collaborating with external companies for enhanced professional development.
  • Launched the Super SAM Day, an event for over 100 students of determination, supported by the Special Olympics Committee and HSBC.
  • Revitalised sports days into the WSD Olympics, securing sponsorship from Sketchers and ensuring inclusivity for all students.
  • Introduced new sports such as netball and rugby, partnering with external clubs at no additional cost to the school.
  • Expanded competitive opportunities by moving into DASSA competitions, achieving league wins in basketball, football, and volleyball.
  • Football Pathway for Post-16 Students. Established a program to explore professional football or scholarship opportunities, supporting school retention.
  • Data-Driven Focus. Identified and enhanced success in high-performing sports like basketball and volleyball, driving excellence in these areas.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Created squad and development training structures with external support, engaging a wider range of students in sports activities.
  • Built relationships with organisations such as Fursan Soccer, Beyond Basketball, and Desert Vipers to enhance student opportunities.
  • Established a successful social media presence, celebrating student achievements at school and in external clubs.
  • Designed and distributed promotional materials, including newsletters and flyers, to effectively communicate club happenings.
  • Implemented health and safety protocols for all events, guaranteeing a safe environment for members and guests.
  • Supervised volunteers and part-time staff, providing training and support to ensure event success.
  • Addressed and resolved member complaints, adopting a proactive approach to maintain high levels of satisfaction.
  • Streamlined event registration processes, improving efficiency and member satisfaction.

HEAD OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis
Dubai, UAE
09.2016 - 08.2022
  • BTEC (post 16) results improved.
  • 14% more students achieving DDD, 50% more MMD, 40% more MMM.
  • Improved IB results by include an experienced Science teacher in order to help deliver the course content.
  • 71% overachieved their target grade.
  • Created more opportunities for students to participate in teams, which was recognised at the Middle Eastern Journal Awards - The department was awarded The Highly Commended PE Department Award.
  • Development programs received recognitions in the UAE Teen Awards.
  • WSO Awarded 1st place for youth development program.
  • Increased the size of the Sports Development Academy, which now spans from year 5 students through to year 13, with over 70 students now gaining access as opposed to just 20 students in 2016.
  • Introduction of the Sports Leadership Academy, which has the school as a central hub for the UAE.
  • The academy saw 659 students pass the course last year.
  • Introduction of the first ever Determination Games, which saw over 200 determined students attend the event for both primary and secondary.
  • This event was recognised in the Teen Awards.
  • Over the last four years, as Head of PE at GEMS Wellington Academy, my main objective has been to develop the overall vision for Sport whilst supporting the aims, priorities and ethos of the school; oversee and develop appropriate pedagogy and methodology within the PE department, and ensure high standards of teaching and learning throughout.
  • A large part of my role within the Academy is to lead the development of appropriate syllabus, resources, schemes financial and physical resources within the department to support the teaching and learning.
  • I am responsible for and learning styles ensuring that all schemes of work, and teachers, cater for the needs of all students, irrespective of ability.
  • I undertake the performance management reviews of the PE curriculum leaders as well as selection, initiatives within PE to ensure that there is a positive climate for learning within the PE department.
  • Beyond this, my role includes developing the school's Extra-Curricular Sports Program to provide highly successful competitive and developmental squad opportunities, plan competitive sports fixtures and tournaments, and organise sports trips that are educational, inspirational and fun for our students to attend.
  • I actively promote the leadership of elite sport at WSO, defining training regimes and coaching techniques leading to renewed and new successes at inter school level and beyond.
  • Created the brand WSO FALCONS that the school, parents and students can be proud to support.
  • Introduction of external pathways for students, which has seen Lincoln City Football Club trial the most talented footballers within the school but also built link with Cambridge University and the past summer has seen Cambridge host a summer school exclusively for Wellington students only.
  • GCSE Results have seen an improvement since 2016 - 7-9 grades have risen over 30%, grades 6-9 have risen by 40% and grades 4-9 have been in 90%+ in the last 2 years, showing an improvement of over 20% since 2016.

HEAD OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION & PE TEACHER

Unity College High School
Burnley
09.2009 - 08.2016
  • As a teacher, and latterly Head of Department at Unity College, I was employed to teach Physical Education in line with the curriculum guidelines.
  • This included GCSE and Vocational courses, as well as promote, coordinate and participate in sports activities throughout the school year.
  • I was placed in charge of introducing new technologies within PE, assessing what was available and how those technologies improve teaching and learning within the department and school.
  • I took responsibility for cross curricular projects aiming to improve English and Maths and was involved in identifying students under achieving in these areas.
  • I was the key figure for introducing new approaches to the assessment of students with the introduction of personal student booklets and the learning wall.
  • I also introduced schemes of work for Personal Development tutors, and used these to enhance students cognitive skills.
  • As well as plan and prepare lessons and ensure that learning is kept within curriculum targets, I would report on the development, progress and attainment of children including initiating meetings with parents to discuss these factors.
  • Alongside this I would organise PE and Sport workshops for staff and parents, and participate in the provision of co-curricular activities; including liaising with other schools and clubs to arrange fixtures.
  • I also managed and organised Able, Gifted and Talented events.
  • GCSE results A - C across the department 88%.
  • Personal achievement of 100% A -C from an all-boys class, including one A.
  • Coached the Unity College team to win the Lancashire County Cup in football, Burnley Schools Cup, Burnley League and the Burnley Football Academy Trophy.
  • This team was rated in the top 16 in England through these achievements, and progressed to the English Schools Cup.
  • Implemented a successful project aimed at the Government's target of students participating in sport for at least two hours per week.
  • 78% of students achieved this target.
  • Implemented an assessment booklet now used in Physical Education in all of Key Stage 3.
  • Raised achievement levels for certain groups of students, for example students on free school meals, students who are on the SEN register and vulnerable students.

STUDENT TEACHER | PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Priory Sports and Technology College
09.2008 - 08.2009
  • Whilst at Priory Sports and Technology College I taught lessons for Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and GCSE PE with a qualified teacher observing from November until August.
  • I then went on to do a placement at an all boys Grammar school for three weeks, teaching National Curriculum PE to both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
  • I qualified as a teacher, completing key assignments relating to course criteria and produced a portfolio covering all standards as outlined by the Government for trainee teachers.
  • Whilst undertaking my qualification I devised a competition to improve attendance for students and the school saw an increase of 3% in class figures.
  • I also created a program to enhance personal development whilst attending registration.

TEACHING ASSISTANT

City of Preston High School
Preston
02.2005 - 08.2007
  • I was promoted within the first two months of starting at the City of Preston High School moving from a teaching assistant level one to a level two.
  • Whilst working in the behaviour department I was offered the opportunity to teach Maths as part of short-term cover, and due to outstanding performance, I was further promoted to a full time level three teaching assistant.
  • After working closely with many different departments and continuing to thrive, I was offered the opportunity to have a partial timetable in Physical Education.
  • Amongst other things, my role included working with students who have behaviour problems and reintegrating students after periods of absence or difficulty.
  • I offered one to one help for students on the Special Education Needs register and completed Individual Educational Plans (IEP).

COMMUNITY OFFICER

Preston North End Football Club
01.1996 - 12.2002
  • During my time with Preston North End, I coached football in various settings such as primary and high schools as well as organised national tournaments, such as the National Rail Cup for under 13 girls.
  • I also organised after school clubs, promoting health and fitness in the local community, and soccer schools at different venues around the North West of England.
  • The role involved planning fund raising events, and we hosted a successful National Cup at Preston College with over 12 schools from around the Preston area taking part.
  • I began a soccer school with over 40 participants and completed Level 1 FA certificate, Level 2 FA certificate, disability coaching award, and junior football organiser's courses.

Education

Graduate Teachers Programme -

University of Cumbria

Sports Coaching Degree - undefined

University of Central Lancashire

HNC - Sports Science

Preston College

NVQ Level 2 - Sport and Recreation

Runshaw College
Preston
06.2017

GCSE - English speaking and listening, English Language, English Literature, Maths, Science

Corpus Christi High School
Preston
06.1996

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Performance evaluation and feedback sessions
  • Influential communicator
  • Staff development
  • Leadership acumen
  • Quality assurance focus
  • Brand positioning
  • Training and mentoring
  • Decision-Making prowess
  • Departmental budget planning
  • Profit and loss responsibility
  • Performance Management
  • Revenue management strategy
  • Leadership skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Public relations strategies

References

  • Mr Matthew Lecuyer, CEO & Principal, GEMS Winchester School, Dubai, Dubai, 0000, United Arab Emirates, +971 (4) 595 2555, matthewjames.l_wsd@gemsedu.com
  • Mrs Sarah O'Regan, CEO & Principal, GEMS WSO, Silicon Oasis, Dubai, 0000, United Arab Emirates, +971 (04) 515 9000, principal_wso@gemsedu.com

Timeline

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF EXTENDED CURRICULUM AND PATHWAY

GEMS Winchester School
09.2024 - 04.2025

DIRECTOR OF SPORTS

GEMS Winchester School
09.2022 - 08.2024

HEAD OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis
09.2016 - 08.2022

HEAD OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION & PE TEACHER

Unity College High School
09.2009 - 08.2016

STUDENT TEACHER | PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Priory Sports and Technology College
09.2008 - 08.2009

TEACHING ASSISTANT

City of Preston High School
02.2005 - 08.2007

COMMUNITY OFFICER

Preston North End Football Club
01.1996 - 12.2002

Sports Coaching Degree - undefined

University of Central Lancashire

HNC - Sports Science

Preston College

Graduate Teachers Programme -

University of Cumbria

NVQ Level 2 - Sport and Recreation

Runshaw College

GCSE - English speaking and listening, English Language, English Literature, Maths, Science

Corpus Christi High School

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