I am Harpreet Kaur Matharu, an art and digital media educator with a passion for helping learners unlock creativity and build confidence through project-based learning. I lead the Creative Digital Media program at St John Bosco College and bring hands-on experience in art, design, and media production to the classroom. My journey from learning support to teaching has sharpened my collaborative and independent working style. I value diversity and mentorship, and I enjoy guiding students to communicate visually using industry tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud and Final Cut Pro, while fostering curiosity, resilience, and critical thinking.

Harpreet Kaur Matharu

I am Harpreet Kaur Matharu, an art and digital media educator with a passion for helping learners unlock creativity and build confidence through project-based learning. I lead the Creative Digital Media program at St John Bosco College and bring hands-on experience in art, design, and media production to the classroom. My journey from learning support to teaching has sharpened my collaborative and independent working style. I value diversity and mentorship, and I enjoy guiding students to communicate visually using industry tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud and Final Cut Pro, while fostering curiosity, resilience, and critical thinking.

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I am Harpreet Kaur Matharu, an art and digital media educator with a passion for helping learners unlock creativity and build confidence through project-based learning. I lead the Creative Digital Media program at St John Bosco College and bring hands-on experience in art, design, and media production to the classroom.

My journey from learning support to teaching has sharpened my collaborative and independent working style. I value diversity and mentorship, and I enjoy guiding students to communicate visually using industry tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud and Final Cut Pro, while fostering curiosity, resilience, and critical thinking.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Creative Digital Media at St John Bosco College
January 1, 2021 - Present
Lead the Creative Digital Media department, established and developed the program, and delivered Creative Digital Media Production to Years 12 and 13. Manage resources, collaborate with staff, and implement industry-standard tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro) to support project-based learning and film/media theory.
Art/ Graphics Teacher at Waverley School
September 1, 2019 - August 31, 2020
Delivered Art and Graphics lessons, planned and assessed schemes of work, developed student portfolios, and maintained effective classroom management.
Art/ Graphics Teacher (SCITT Trainee) at The Streetly Academy (SCITT)
September 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019
Completed SCITT teacher training in Art/Graphics, gaining experience in lesson planning, delivery, and assessment within the curriculum.
Teaching Assistant (Level 3) at Devonshire Primary School
January 1, 2013 - July 22, 2018
Supported classroom learning across key stages, assisted teachers with lessons and group activities, and contributed to inclusive practices.
Teaching Assistant (Level 3) at Mathew Bolton Primary School
September 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Temporary position providing pupil support and classroom assistance to help learning activities.
Teaching Assistant at St Clare's Primary School
January 1, 2011 - July 31, 2012
Supported classroom activities and pupil learning, contributing to positive learning environments.
Desktop Publisher at Interserve FM
February 1, 2010 - August 31, 2010
Desktop publishing tasks and layout for marketing materials, coordinating with teams to deliver projects.
Desktop Publisher / Marketing at Sun4U Direct
February 1, 2009 - January 31, 2010
Created marketing collateral and desktop publishing materials; supported marketing campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Pinstripe Print Group
January 1, 2004 - November 30, 2008
Graphic design work for print projects; prepared layouts and artwork for clients.

Education

BA Hons – Digital Media and Design Studies (2:2) at Wolverhampton University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003
Advanced GNVQ Art and Design at St Philip's 6th Form College - Edgbaston
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1999
GCSEs at Broadway School - Perry Barr
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1996
SCITT Training at Sutton Park SCITT - Streetly Academy
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2019
Diploma in Support Teaching and Learning Level 3 at Boldmere College – Sutton Coldfield
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012

Qualifications

NVQ Level 2 – Numeracy
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026
NVQ Level 2 – Support Teaching and Learning
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026
NVQ Level 2 – Customer Services
September 1, 2009 - June 10, 2026
BA Hons – Digital Media and Design Studies (2:2)
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003
Advanced GNVQ Art and Design – Merit
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1999
SCITT Training
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2019
Diploma in Support Teaching and Learning Level 3
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012
NVQ Level 2 – Customer Services
September 1, 2009 - June 10, 2026
NVQ Level 2 – Numeracy
January 11, 2030 - June 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services