Employment: Teaching Assistant
Various London Schools | June 2024 – Present
* Support children aged 4–16 across primary and secondary schools.
* Provide one-to-one and small group support for children with Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs and other SEN.
* Create engaging learning activities tailored to each child’s individual needs.
* Encourage confidence, independence and participation through positive reinforcement.
* Support children’s emotional wellbeing and promote positive behaviour.
* Build strong relationships with teachers, parents, SENCOs and external professionals.
* Maintain safeguarding procedures and accurate pupil records.
* Supervise children throughout the school day, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
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Summer Camp Leader
Seasonal | 2021 – Present
* Supervise groups of up to 30 children aged 5–16 during daily activities.
* Plan and lead games, sports, arts and crafts, and team-building activities.
* Ensure children remain safe, engaged and included throughout the day.
* Encourage teamwork, confidence and positive friendships.
* Resolve disagreements calmly and fairly.
* Communicate with parents regarding children’s wellbeing and daily progress.
* Adapt activities to suit children of different ages, abilities and needs.
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Family Babysitter
Part-time | 2018 – Present
* Provide regular childcare for younger family members, including infants and primary school-aged children.
* Prepare meals and snacks while following parents’ routines and dietary preferences.
* Organise educational and creative activities including reading, arts and crafts, outdoor play and games.
* Assist with homework and school routines.
* Support bedtime routines including bathing, reading stories and settling children to sleep.
* Ensure children’s safety and wellbeing while maintaining a fun, caring and supportive environment.
* Build trusting relationships with both children and parents through reliability and consistency.
Experience: 7+ years
Education: Education
University of Essex - Master’s in International Law (Merit) 2023 – 2025
University of Essex - BA Politics & International Relations (2:1) 2020 – 2023
Languages: English
Skills: Enhanced DBS checked
• Extensive experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD and other SEN
• Experience caring for babies, toddlers and school-aged children