Raphael Brown

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About Raphael Brown

Preparing Learners for Life, Not Just Exams | Bridging Academics & Soft Skills A versatile and innovative educational professional with a strong foundation in evidence-based teaching and leadership. With over a decade of impactful classroom and leadership experience, I am passionate about cultivating both academic excellence and character development. My approach is grounded in educational research and driven by a deep belief in the power of soft skills, self-regulation, and metacognition to shape resilient, reflective, and lifelong learners. Holding the NPQSL and NPQLTD from the Church of England Foundation for Educational Leadership (CEFEL), I am committed to developing teacher capacity, raising standards, and embedding sustainable change in educational settings. Key Strengths: Curriculum Innovation & Design Data-Informed Instruction & SEND Progress Monitoring Staff CPD & Coaching across Multi-Academy Trusts Parent & Community Engagement Whole-School Event & Worship Leadership 🧠 Promotion of Growth Mindset, Resilience & Metacognition Pastoral Care & Safeguarding Awareness University Guest Lecturing: SEMH, Well-being & Soft Skills Professional Achievements: Led and delivered staff development coaching across the PDET Trust. Coordinated impactful parent workshops and whole-school events. Conducted learning walks with actionable feedback to drive school improvement. Acted as an Improvement Champion, delivering workshops to support key development areas. Provided lectures and seminars to university audiences on well-being, SEMH, and the power of soft skills. Mentored university students and nurtured future educators. Currently serve as a secondary school governor, contributing to strategic direction. Led collective worship and celebration assemblies, embedding core values and fostering a sense of community. 🤝 Community Engagement: Beyond school, I volunteer with: Go Dharmic – food distribution initiatives. NMIC Youth Network – empowering young people through social action and mentorship.