Hi, I’m Catherine Liddy, a language specialist and international projects coordinator. Over the past eight years I have taught French and Spanish to GCSE-age pupils, promoted a love of languages, and led initiatives to support new arrivals and pupils with English as an additional language. I also secured Erasmus and Turing grants to enable international travel and ran school partnerships and trips to France, Spain and Latvia. I am now looking for work opportunities within the European Union. Beyond the classroom I contribute to national assessment as team leader for AQA French speaking marking and enjoy building collaborative, equitable learning experiences for students through cross-cultural exchanges.

Catherine Liddy

Hi, I’m Catherine Liddy, a language specialist and international projects coordinator. Over the past eight years I have taught French and Spanish to GCSE-age pupils, promoted a love of languages, and led initiatives to support new arrivals and pupils with English as an additional language. I also secured Erasmus and Turing grants to enable international travel and ran school partnerships and trips to France, Spain and Latvia. I am now looking for work opportunities within the European Union. Beyond the classroom I contribute to national assessment as team leader for AQA French speaking marking and enjoy building collaborative, equitable learning experiences for students through cross-cultural exchanges.

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Hi, I’m Catherine Liddy, a language specialist and international projects coordinator. Over the past eight years I have taught French and Spanish to GCSE-age pupils, promoted a love of languages, and led initiatives to support new arrivals and pupils with English as an additional language. I also secured Erasmus and Turing grants to enable international travel and ran school partnerships and trips to France, Spain and Latvia. I am now looking for work opportunities within the European Union.

Beyond the classroom I contribute to national assessment as team leader for AQA French speaking marking and enjoy building collaborative, equitable learning experiences for students through cross-cultural exchanges.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Portuguese
Fluent
Czech
Beginner

Work Experience

Teacher of French and Spanish, INA Coordinator, Global Links Coordinator at Sharples School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
Quality first teaching of pupils aged 11-16, promoting a love of learning languages throughout lessons and with extra-curricular activities. Consistently strong results at GCSE level in French and Spanish over 8 years. Understanding of EPI method of teaching, and of GCSE specification from 2018 and new GCSE examined 2026. Coordinating whole school approach to supporting international new arrivals and pupils with English as an additional language. Completing grant applications for international travel via Erasmus and Turing, to allow more pupils to travel and experience different cultures. Leading international school partnerships and trips to France, Spain and Latvia.
Team Leader for AQA French Speaking Examination Marking at AQA (UK)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Guiding and coordinating associates in my team to complete consistent and fair marking of French speaking examinations.
Waitress at French Living Restaurant
May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016
Working with a team of French speaking chefs and waiters to ensure an authentic experience for diners.
Receptionist & Waitress at The Strathdon Hotel
May 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016
Leading the breakfast service and working on reception.
Receptionist & Waitress at Best Western Hotel
June 1, 2015 - August 31, 2015
Leading the breakfast service for 60-80 residents and assisting on reception.
Teaching Assistant at El Instituto Manuel Reina
October 1, 2014 - May 31, 2015
Working in bilingual section with pupils from 11-18 years old.
Intern at MacDermid Offshore
July 1, 2014 - September 30, 2014
Working as a laboratory technician, translator and commercial assistant.

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Secondary Modern Languages with QTS at Edge Hill University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
BA (Hons) French and Hispanic Studies at The University of Nottingham
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
January 1, 2016 - December 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services