Frank Callow

Frank Callow

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Developer - Technology Enhanced Learning

  • Education

    • Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Penrith

      1986 - 1991
      Physics and Mathematics

      A Levels in Maths, Physics and General Studies

    • The Manchester Metropolitan University

      1992 - 1995
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Information Technology in Society

      Social, ethical and economic impact of implementing information technology solutions into business and community organisations. Included programming electives.

  • Experience

    • Music On-Line

      Sept 1995 - Jul 2004
      Lead Programmer

      Lead developer of interactive, database driven web sites predominantly for the music industry. Included bespoke content management systems, e-commerce solutions and interactive user systems such as message boards, e-cards and competitions. Often involved in client liaison, project pitches and ongoing site maintenance. Systems written in php and mysql. Self taught in Perl, php, JavaScript, mysql.

    • The Robert Smyth Academy

      Sept 2007 - Aug 2016
      Teacher of computer science

      I joined Robert Smyth School in 2007 as their first A level computer science teacher, also teaching GCSE and A Level ICT. Key career points include: - Head of Computing & ICT department for academic years 2013 – 2015 - SLT secondment from Dec 2011 – Jul 2013 with a focus on improving use of technology across the school - Being part of the pilot scheme for GCSE computing in 2012 - Training teaching and support staff in use of assorted technologies - Evaluating and adopting different courses to meet the needs of all students, developing teaching and learning resources for departmental delivery. - Development and delivery of year 5 computer science lessons and supporting primary and key stage 3 schools in computer science delivery as part of the national curriculum 2014 Show less

    • TeacherActive

      Sept 2016 - Nov 2016
      Supply Teacher

      Teacher of Computer Science and ICT

    • Marks Electrical Ltd

      Nov 2016 - Apr 2019
      Web Developer

      Full stack developer of E-commerce site for independent electrical retailer

    • PRESTIGE CAR SERVICING LIMITED

      May 2019 - Aug 2020
      Senior Software Developer

      Maintaining existing code base, specifying and introducing new features. Additional duties included front line technical support and office network maintenance under head of IT support.

    • CALDEW SCHOOL

      Sept 2020 - Sept 2022
      Teacher of Computer Science and ICT
    • NHS England

      Sept 2022 - now
      Learning Tools Developer
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Qualified Teacher Status

      National College for Teaching and Leadership
      Jul 2006