I am an experienced teacher, leader, coach, and communicator who is passionate about improving the world by exploring and sharing ideas that contribute to human and societal flourishing. I pursue this work both inside educational settings and through writing, podcasting, and delivering talks and workshops. My work spans character education, online learning, staff development, and public engagement with ideas. I enjoy guiding learners and teams, developing strong pedagogy, and producing content that invites thoughtful reflection and practical action.…

Kenneth Primrose

I am an experienced teacher, leader, coach, and communicator who is passionate about improving the world by exploring and sharing ideas that contribute to human and societal flourishing. I pursue this work both inside educational settings and through writing, podcasting, and delivering talks and workshops. My work spans character education, online learning, staff development, and public engagement with ideas. I enjoy guiding learners and teams, developing strong pedagogy, and producing content that invites thoughtful reflection and practical action.…

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I am an experienced teacher, leader, coach, and communicator who is passionate about improving the world by exploring and sharing ideas that contribute to human and societal flourishing. I pursue this work both inside educational settings and through writing, podcasting, and delivering talks and workshops.

My work spans character education, online learning, staff development, and public engagement with ideas. I enjoy guiding learners and teams, developing strong pedagogy, and producing content that invites thoughtful reflection and practical action.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Character Development Lead/Assistant Vice-Principal (Part time) at Emmanuel College, Gateshead
August 1, 2019 - Present
Part-time role focusing on staff development, online learning, pupil premium, character development, personal development, RSE delivery, Induction Tutor, Online Safety, line management, teaching RE/Philosophy to 11-18, and co-curricular leadership programs (Ivy House Award) and Philosophy Club.
Writer, Podcaster & Consultant at Self-employed / Independent
January 1, 2016 - Present
Publications across TES, UNESCO, Aeon, The Wire, Thinking Faith, Theos Think Tank, Jubilee Centre, and The Philosophers Magazine. Host and producer of The Examined Life podcast, with interviews featuring leading thinkers.
Head of Religion & Philosophy at Robert Gordon’s College, Aberdeen
August 1, 2014 - July 31, 2019
Led the department (4 staff), delivered strong results, more than doubled exam class numbers, ran academic societies, pedagogy reading group, CPD sessions, school trips, and coordinated weekly climbing club.
Teacher of Theology and Philosophy at Sherborne School, Dorset
December 1, 2011 - August 31, 2014
Teaching religion/philosophy up to A-level; led numerous outdoor trips (kayaking and mountaineering); house tutor; part of chaplaincy team.
Research Assistant at Theos Think Tank
September 1, 2011 - October 31, 2011
Event organisation for high-profile events; research on issues intersecting politics, religion and society; writing copy.
Post Graduate Tutor at Glasgow University
October 1, 2010 - September 30, 2011
Programme aimed at widening participation for disadvantaged students in Glasgow through offering a top-up course.
Academic Skills Tutor at Glasgow International College, Glasgow University
January 1, 2010 - September 30, 2011
Teaching academic research and writing skills to pre-masters students from abroad intending to study at Glasgow University.
English Language Teacher at Beau Soleil, Switzerland
July 1, 2010 - August 31, 2011
Teacher of written and oral English for international summer school students.
Religious Studies & Philosophy Teacher (NQT) at Guernsey Grammar School & Sixth Form Centre
December 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009
NQT teacher of religion and philosophy up to A-level; form tutor.
Pupil Support Assistant at Kincorth Academy, Aberdeen
October 1, 2006 - June 30, 2007
Worked with students who had behavioural and learning challenges.
Lecturer in English Language at Xi’an Petroleum University, China
August 1, 2005 - July 31, 2006
Lecturing oral and written English; training (non-degree).

Education

MA Character Education (Distinction) at University of Birmingham
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
PGCE Religious Education (Masters level) at King’s College London
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
MTh Master of Theology at University of Edinburgh
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
MA (Hons) Religious Studies (II/I) at University of Aberdeen
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

Farmington Scholarship
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Ivy House Life Leader Programme
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Evidence Based Education – Science of Learning
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Stoking Curiosity in the Classroom (paper presented)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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Experience Level