Hey, I’m Annelies!
Teacher, Petite Primary Content Creator and Career Success Mentor
Let me take you back to the beginning when nerves and "umms" filled the air as I nervously sat down to record my first YouTube video in 2019.
You see, I was on a mission to capture every twist and turn of my teacher training journey, sharing the raw, real experiences that defined the moment. Little did I know that this endeavour would spark a connection with fellow trainees, leading to requests for content and advice. The turning point? Realising that the flood of messages couldn't be addressed with generic advice. I needed to offer tailored services to meet everyone's unique needs.
But, oh boy, imposter syndrome hit hard at the start. Who was I to share insights and tips as a trainee? The answer? Someone living the experience, someone navigating the challenges in real time. I faced obstacles when my personal touch in videos was questioned, like sharing my journey on a support plan. Despite the sceptics, that video stayed up, becoming one of the most viewed—a testament to resilience.
What fuels my fire? The lack of standardised support for aspiring and early-career teachers. With varied guidelines and a recruitment crisis, I'm driven to equip individuals with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to tackle job applications head-on.
I get it. Applying for teaching positions is no walk in the park. I've been there, struggled with personal statements, stumbled through interviews, and learned through trial and error. Now, I'm here to share those hard-earned lessons, guiding you through the process with strategies that work.
Why coaching, editing, and resources for job success? It's a decision grounded in my journey. A journey marked by trial and error, resilience, and eventual triumph that I now want to share with you.
My vision for Petite Primary is crystal clear—to bridge the gap in job application support post-teacher training. I want to shatter the daunting experience, providing the confidence to stand out, the self-belief to secure that job, and the assurance that every aspiring teacher is worthy and ready to embark on their career journey.
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To date, I've helped 300+ students with their job applications through my coaching calls, workbooks and proofreading.
I’m not just about helping you apply for jobs, but I’m here to help you apply with confidence and a high degree of self-belief. I would be BEYOND honoured to help you start your teaching journey! Thank you for visiting my website and I can’t wait to meet you!
Get to know me
Here are a few of
My Favourite Things
1. To Unwind:
Going for a walk
3. To Distract:
Watch Hell's Kitchen
2. To Eat:
Chilli Con Carne
4. To Collect:
Notes and pictures from pupils
Ready to learn? Let's GO!!
Petite Primary Support
Your teaching journey is about to get an upgrade! Browse my digital support for instant access to interview and personal statement workbooks, courses and book coaching calls.
Personal Statement Goals
Learn how to start and write your Personal Statement from scratch to increase your chances pf securing an interview and standing out! This course covers EVERYTHING around personal statements and how to use it to convert a reader into your employer!
Interview Question Course
How to confidently answer any type of interview question & quickly grow your confidence through effective preparation — without the overwhelm & stress! I help you answer ANY type of interview question & confidently answer to sell yourself.