Kevin Shaw
Singapore
Summary
CREATING STRATEGIC PLANS AND PROGRAMMES THAT ENABLE PEOPLE TO REALISE THEIR DREAMS AND AMBITIONS. INSPIRING PEOPLE TO LEAD THEIR BEST LIVES WITH EMPATHY AND AMBITION TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR OF SPORT & CCAs
DULWICH COLLEGE (SINGAPORE)
01.2014 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
SPORTS ADVISOR & CONSULTANT
EDUCATION IN MOTION
01.2018 - Current
- Advise sports strategy for 13 schools in Education in Motion.
- Advise on sports infrastructure for future schools in Education in Motion.
- Assist recruitment for senior sports positions in other EiM schools and Colleges.
- Chair Directors of Sports Committee for EiM schools.
HEAD OF CRICKET & MIDDLE SCHOOL GAMES CO-ORDINATOR
DULWICH COLLEGE
01.2011 - 07.2014
- Developed culture of participation in cricket through exam season.
- Implemented systems for tracking player progress, allowing for recognition of individual accomplishments and growth over time.
- Organized tournaments, fostering a sense of friendly competition among players while maintaining sportsmanship standards.
- Evaluated participant feedback to make informed decisions on future programming improvements.
- Educated community about effective strategy for improvement resulting in increased skill levels and enhanced performance.
- Collaborated with other staff members to create a cohesive and enjoyable environment for all attendees.
TEACHER OF BOYS’ GAMES, DIRECTOR OF RUGBY & CRICKET
THE KING’S SCHOOL, ELY
08.2005 - 12.2011
- Re-established rugby as main sport at King's Ely, increasing participation from 0 to 12 teams.
- Established strategic plan providing sustainable success for rugby and cricket at King's Ely.
- Produced effective partnerships for cricket and rugby to enable successful pathways for students to achieve their potential.
HOUSEMASTER, Snr. BOARDING HOUSE, HEREWARD HALL
THE KING'S SCHOOL, ELY
08.2006 - 12.2011
- Assisted new students with seamless transitions into boarding house, providing orientations and connectivity with House Spirit to form sense of attachment and belonging.
- Ensured compliance with regulations, policies, and safeguarding requirements by maintaining accurate records and documentation.
- Managed House Budgets accurately, to maximize cost efficiency.
- Scheduled regular meetings with staff members for performance evaluations, feedback discussions, and troubleshooting challenges, to ensure well-being of students.
- Organized engaging events, fostering sense of community among residents and promoting positive interactions.
RUGBY SCHOOL MANAGER/DIRECTOR OF RUGBY
WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE
08.2002 - 07.2005
- Established High-Performance programme of rugby development linked with academic attainment for students post-16.
- Developed partnerships between educational institutions, local rugby clubs, and RFU to build Rugby Academy.
- Established effective strategic plans to build sustainable model for high-performance rugby pathways in East Anglia.
HEAD of PHYSICAL EDUCATION
COUNTY UPPER SCHOOL
01.1995 - 07.2005
- First school in Suffolk to implement 'A' Level Physical Education.
- Establish personalised pathways for students.
- Produced national champions.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
MA -
UNIVERSITY OF BUCKINGHAM
Buckingham08.2023
Bsc. QTS Hons -
WEST LONDON INSTITUTE FOR SPORT,UNIVERSITY COLLEGE BRUNEL (BOROUGH ROAD.)
West London07.1994
A’ LEVELS - Economics, Social Biology, Geography
King Edward VI
Bury St Edmuunds07.1989
O’ LEVELS -
King Edward VI
Bury St Edmunds07.1987
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS -
VARIOUS
Skills
- Very positive outlook on life Through excellent communication skills, have consistently built powerful teams Spent career enthusing people to achieve highest standards, encouraging and enabling others to maximise all opportunities that come their way
Current Role
Dulwich College (Singapore) is an International School of over 3,000 students. The College opened in 2014 with 886 students and I have created and implemented the strategic vision sports and CCA provision that rivals the most established schools in Asia. We have become arguably the strongest sports school in Singapore and now Southeast Asia. I also work with EiM (Education in Motion) to advise them on all sporting issues. This helps enable the network of Dulwich College International Schools to become world leaders in sports provision; enabling their students to graduate “Worldwise”.
Experiences Expertise
- Culture and ethos: Creating positive learning environments for engagement in sports and healthy living, linked to positive academic achievement.
- Character Development: Education and programmes based upon development of character of individuals, linking positive behaviour outcomes.
- Recruitment: Over 80 sports coaches delivering the programme and 30 full-time staff.
- Budget Management: Control of Whole College budget.
- Curriculum Design: Implementation of engaging, student-centred curriculum following Long-Term Athletic development.
- Whole College Management and Leadership: Linking three Schools within one College create seamless programme for Toddlers to Year 13 students.
- Extended Pathways: Ensuring students well-equipped for journeys in sports at all levels.
- High Performance: Creation of specific High-Performance provision.
Coaching Experience
- 1996: SUFFOLK YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CRICKET CO-ORDINATOR.
- 1998-2005: LEAD CRICKET COACH EDUCATION TUTOR SUFFOLK CCC. DIRECTOR of CRICKET BURY ST. EDMUNDS C.C.
- 2000-2002: RUGBY BACKS COACH BURY ST. EDMUNDS 1ST XV.
- 2003-2005: SUFFOLK U.16 RUGBY COACH
- 2003-2007: EASTERN COUNTIES U.17&18 RUGBY COACH
- 2004/05: LONDON DIVISION COLLEGES RUGBY COACH
- 2004/05: BURY ST. EDMUNDS RFC. U.19 DEVELOPMENT MANAGER.
- 2007-2009: RFU ELITE SCHOOL of RUGBY LEAD COACH.
- 2012: DULWICH COLLEGE RUGBY COACH OF THE YEAR.
- 2015: ACSIS U10; U11; U13 RUGBY CHAMPIONS.
Playing Experience
- NORWICH CITY FOOTBALL CLUB SCHOOL-BOYS.
- SUFFOLK U.19 CAPTAIN:- FOOTBALL, RUGBY, CRICKET.
- BURY ST. EDMUNDS RUGBY CLUB 1ST XV.
- 1991: BOROUGH ROAD 1ST XV.
- BRITISH UNIVERSITIES RUGBY LEAGUE XIII.
- 1993 - Present: M.C.C. PLAYING MEMBER.
- 1994-2004: SUFFOLK COUNTY CRICKET CLUB.
- 1994-1999: BURY ST. EDMUNDS CRICKET CLUB CAPTAIN.
- 1995-99: RUGBY EASTERN COUNTIES CHAMPIONSHIP SIDE.
- CRICKET 2 COUNTIES REPRESENTATIVE SIDE CAPTAIN.
- SUDBURY RFC 1ST XV NATIONAL LEAGUE.
- BURY ST. EDMUNDS RFC 1ST XV CAPTAIN.
- 2012 – 2014: OLD ALLEYNIAN SURREY CHAMPIONSHIP LEAGUE X1.
- 2021 – Present: SINGAPORE O.50s TOUCH REPRESENTATION – WORLD CUP (2024)
Other Experience Interests
- CHARITY FUNDRAISING CYCLE RIDE JOHN O’ GROATES. TO LAND’S END.
- PLAYER REPRESENTATIVE ON EAST ANGLIA PREMIER CRICKET LEAGUE MANAGEMENT BOARD.
- PLAYER REPRESENTATIVE ON E.A.P.L. DISCIPLINARY BOARD.
- PLAYER REPRESENTATIVE FOR BURY ST. EDMUNDS SPORTS CLUB.
- PHYSICAL EDUCATION ADVISOR FOR PEARSON PUBLISHING.
- ACSIS CHAIR OF RUGBY (Athletic Conference of Singapore International Schools).
- DANCE - PERFORMER: BALLET, TAP, MODERN UP TO 1986
- PRODUCER SCHOOL PRODUCTION OF CREATIVE ARTS 1998-2001.
- PADSIS; COBIS
- TRAVEL.
- GOLF, HANDICAP OF 12.
- CHRISTIAN, Church of England.
- A VERY UNDERSTANDING FAMILY (wife & 3 daughters).
- ORGANISED FOBISIA PE & SPORT CONFERENCE 2023
- ORGANISED DULWICH OLYMPIAD 2024.
References
- Mr Nick Magnus, Dulwich College Singapore, 71 Bukit Batok West Avenue 8, Singapore, 658966, +65 9868 1000
- Mr Joseph Spence, Master Dulwich College, Dulwich Common, London, Se21 7LD, 020 8693 3601, SpenceJAF@Dulwich.org.uk
- Mr. Jacob Martin, Deputy Head of College, 71 Bukit Batok West Avenue 8, Singapore, 658966, +65 9868 1000
Timeline
SPORTS ADVISOR & CONSULTANT
EDUCATION IN MOTION
01.2018 - Current
DIRECTOR OF SPORT & CCAs
DULWICH COLLEGE (SINGAPORE)
01.2014 - Current
HEAD OF CRICKET & MIDDLE SCHOOL GAMES CO-ORDINATOR
DULWICH COLLEGE
01.2011 - 07.2014
HOUSEMASTER, Snr. BOARDING HOUSE, HEREWARD HALL
THE KING'S SCHOOL, ELY
08.2006 - 12.2011
TEACHER OF BOYS’ GAMES, DIRECTOR OF RUGBY & CRICKET
THE KING’S SCHOOL, ELY
08.2005 - 12.2011
RUGBY SCHOOL MANAGER/DIRECTOR OF RUGBY
WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE
08.2002 - 07.2005
HEAD of PHYSICAL EDUCATION
COUNTY UPPER SCHOOL
01.1995 - 07.2005
MA -
UNIVERSITY OF BUCKINGHAM
Bsc. QTS Hons -
WEST LONDON INSTITUTE FOR SPORT,UNIVERSITY COLLEGE BRUNEL (BOROUGH ROAD.)
A’ LEVELS - Economics, Social Biology, Geography
King Edward VI
O’ LEVELS -
King Edward VI
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS -
VARIOUS
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