Meet Our A Level Teachers
Dr. Ahmad Achtar is a highly qualified Mathematics Teacher who has completed a BSc in Physics (Aleppo), an MA, PhD (London), PGCE (Surrey) and a Graduate Diploma in Mathematics (King's College London).
He teaches A Level Mathematics and Further Mathematics.
Dr. Achtar also leads two enrichment programmes:
- Spacetime Physics: Relativity, Black holes and the Big Bang
- Quantum Physics: From Wave-Particle Duality to Entanglement and Quantum Computing
Angela joined Westminster Kingsway College in September 2017. Angela studied at the University of the West Indies where in 1994 she completed a BSc (Hons); followed by a Master of Science degree in Biomolecular Organisation (1996) London.
After working as a laboratory technician, Angela undertook teacher training and completed her PGCE in 2000 at Goldsmiths College, London.
Before joining Westminster Kingsway College, Angela taught GCSE and A Level Chemistry at Wimbledon College, Langley Park School for Girls, Saint Cecilia’s Church of England School, Highbury Fields for Girls School, and Duff Miller Sixth Form College.
During her teaching career, Angela completed her PhD in the field of Earth and Planetary Sciences. The experimental work was performed at the Natural History Museum in London and gave rise to two publications on the absorption of iron from iron-rich soil by molecules secreted by microbes.
In addition to teaching, Angela is a Pearson EdExcel examiner for GCSE Chemistry, and a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry and Mineralogical Society of the UK and Ireland.
Anh has dedicated the last 15 years to teaching GCSE and A Level Mathematics, including Further Mathematics, in various educational settings within inner London. Anh’s experience spans secondary schools, sixth-form colleges, and their current position at Westminster Kingsway College. This extensive background has provided Anh with a deep understanding of the unique learning requirements of students at this level.
Anh’s journey into teaching began after earning a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and furthered their qualifications by completing a PGCE in Secondary Mathematics. Anh has remained committed throughout their career to continuous improvement as an educator, with a particular focus on integrating principles of equality and diversity into their teaching and assessment practices.
Anh firmly believes that every child and young person has the fundamental right to realise their full potential. Recognising that education is one of the most significant institutions in the lives of young people, Anh is driven to support all students in achieving their educational aspirations within a diverse and fully inclusive learning environment. Anh’s ultimate goal is to contribute to breaking the link between social deprivation and underachievement, ensuring that every student can thrive academically and personally.
Cerys has a BSc in Maths from KCL and a PhD in Information Security from UCL. Cerys wrote their PhD dissertation on Dark Web Drug Markets and used Crime Science, Computer Science, Mathematics and Sociology to investigate the way that these websites and their users responded to different types of law enforcement interventions.
During their PhD, Cerys completed an internship at the Home Office working in the Cybersecurity Research Department.
After graduating Cerys worked with an LGBTQ+ Hate Crime charity to investigate the impact of transphobia on those who experience it.
Cerys studied a PGCE at the IOE and conducted a research project on the use of mark schemes as a teaching tool.
Cerys has over a decade of debate coaching experience and is interested in oracy-focused maths learning.
Clare joined CANDI in 2019 and is currently the Head of A Level Business. She has a BA (Hons) in Business Management and an M Ed in Education. Clare has been teaching for 18 years and the main focus of her career has been working with 16-18 students, who are transitioning from KS4 and preparing for higher education or employment. She has predominantly taught A Level Business throughout her teaching career and is an experienced examiner for two exam boards.
Prior to teaching, Clare worked in accounting for a well-known manufacturing company where she gained valuable industry experience. She enjoys mentoring entrepreneurs to help them realize their ambitions.
David became a member of the former Enfield College in August 2005, which subsequently underwent mergers with Conel College and then CCCG. His role at that time was that of a Basic Skills Lecturer in Mathematics. Before this position, David initiated his professional journey in 1985 by teaching Statistics and Economics to year 11 and 12 students in India and Iran.
David pursued his education at Calicut University in India, where he obtained a Master's Degree in Economics and Statistics. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's in Education from Annamalai University, also located in India. Upon his relocation to the United Kingdom, David further enhanced his qualifications by undertaking a 3-year Certificate of Education Course with City & Guilds. He specialized in Mathematics at Level 5 through South Bank University in London.
Due to his extensive wealth of expertise and pedagogical knowledge, David adeptly instructed learners of various levels, ranging from Pre-Entry to Level 2, KS4, Access to Teaching, Access to Nursing, and those with severe learning difficulties. His teaching subjects encompass Mathematics and Digital Skills.
Edward has taught Computer Science and IT at City and Islington College since 2008 and has taught A Level Computer Science at the Sixth Form Centre since 2017.
Prior to becoming a teacher, Ed spent 19 years as a Programmer and Software Engineer, working for Marconi, Logica and Reuters.
Ed has a BA (Hons) in Classical Literature, History and Philosophy and an MPhil in Ancient Greek History, both from the University of Oxford.
After studying for a PGCE, he spent 5 years teaching in secondary school. He especially enjoys helping learners develop as programmers and supporting their project work in the second year of the course.
Emma joined Westminster Kingsway College (WestKing) in 2019. She graduated from King's College London with a degree in Maths with Management and Finance. She started her career in education in 2014 when she worked as a Maths Specialist Teaching Assistant. After completing her PGCE the following year, she taught Maths in a variety of secondary schools across London over the next three years.
Emma has been teaching at WestKing for the last four years, where she enjoys working as a team, collaborating with colleagues, and interacting with independent-minded, mature students in the classroom. She is enthusiastic about using technology to enhance engagement in lessons through interactive activities, using platforms like Nearpod.
At WestKing she has taught Functional Skills classes from Entry 1 up to Level 1, including ESOL learners, as well as GCSE Maths. Emma also has a keen interest in Science and has recently completed a Certificate of Higher Education in Life Sciences for Subjects Allied to Medicine at Birkbeck, University of London.
Joe completed his degree in English and Drama at the University of Surrey before moving on to complete his PGCE at the Institute of Education in London.
He is a highly experienced teacher and spent a number of years teaching English and Drama in a range of different secondary schools in London. He then moved to Spain where he taught English before returning and completing an MA in Film Studies at the University of Westminster.
He began teaching Film Studies at Westminster Kingsway College in 2006 and has passed on his knowledge to many students over the years.
Ling joined Westminster Kingsway College in October 2022 on the full-time permanent staff. She began her teaching journey in 2012 and spent six years working as a supply teacher with fifty different schools in the UK. She also spent five years teaching in a FE college in London delivering Functional Skills Maths, GCSE Maths and A Level mainly to year 2 students covering the Pure Maths, Statistics and Mechanics contents.
Pascale joined City and Islington College as a teacher in Charge of Chemistry in August 2021. Pascale studied at Imperial College, London, where she completed a Masters in Chemistry and an MRes in Biomedical Sciences. Pascale then obtained a PhD from the UCL School of Pharmacy, researching the structure of DNA found in chromosomes.
On completing her studies, Pascale worked in cancer research in both Switzerland and at Imperial College. She has co-authored several papers on the development of anti-cancer drugs and published protein crystal structures on the Protein Data Bank.
After a career change to become a teacher, Pascale’s interests have focussed on making chemistry engaging for young people through a combination of developing practical work and real-life examples.
Rachel joined Westminster Kingsway College in 2015. She studied at Roehampton University where she completed her BSc (Hons) in Biological Science with Psychology followed by her PGCE in Secondary Science. Upon completing her PGCE Rachel joined Westminster Kingsway College to teach BTEC Applied Science Level 2 and Level 3 as well as A Level Biology.
Since joining WestKing, Rachel has had a number of roles including E-learning leader and is currently the Head of Year 12 A Levels.
Ricky joined City and Islington College in August 2023. He has over ten years' experience working in secondary schools and sixth forms. He completed his Bachelor's degree in English and American Literature at the University of Kent in 2010. He has specialised in teaching English A-levels for the past six years, and he has also taught A-levels in Media Studies and Film Studies. In addition to teaching, he has contributed educational articles to the English and Media Centre's MediaMagazine, and he has five years' experience as an English A level examiner for OCR.
Sam is an A Level specialist teacher who is in charge of Biology at the Sixth Form College. She has a degree in Biology and Psychology from Newcastle University and a Masters in Ecosystem Health from the University of Edinburgh. Sam has worked as an A Level teacher since 2011 and she has a passion for helping students understand Biology in a wider context. Sam particularly likes genetics and ecology as part of Biology and understanding how these areas interact.
As part of a team of teachers, Sam has published articles on teaching in different research journals and has delivered seminars at several different conferences.
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