School Volunteer | Zoe Ogden, Bolton Jul 2021 to Oct 2021
•Assisted with classroom activities by helping teachers with lessons, managing small groups of students, and providing additional support for activities.
•Supported individual students through one-on-one or small group assistance to those who need extra help with their work.
•Facilitated supervision by overseeing students during break, lunch, or other non-classroom times to ensure safety and appropriate behaviour.
•Provided opportunities to learn new skills such as communication, organisation, leadership and problem solving.
•Contributed to the school and helped students create a strong sense of purpose and accomplishment.
•Boosted self-esteem, confidence and overall well-being.
SEN Teaching Assistant | James Clair Marsh, Bolton Dec 2021 to May 2022
• Supported individual learning by assisting SEN students with their learning tasks and adapting materials as needed.
• Implemented behaviour management strategies to support positive classroom behaviour.
• Helped students with communication needs and ensuring they understand instructions.
• Documented and celebrated student progress in areas like literacy, numeracy or social skills.
• Supported students with behavioural challenges, implemented strategies for positive behaviour management and communicated effectively with families and teachers.
• Demonstrated ongoing professional development, acquired new skills and knowledge in autism awareness, behaviour support or communication strategies.
One- to- one teaching assistant | Lydia Bancks, Bolton Oct 2023 to Present
• Assisted with classroom management, organising materials and preparing the learning environment.
• Provided emotional support and encouragement to the student, especially when dealing with difficult situations or setbacks.
• Fostered a positive and supportive relationship with the student.
• Adapted and delivered lessons with instructions to the student based on their individual needs and learning style.
• Helped build friendships, developed social skills and provided a safe and supportive space for students to express their feelings.
• Supported students become more engaged in their learning by creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment, including building rapport, fostering positive interactions, and motivating students to achieve their goals.
SEN Teaching Assistant | Jamie Tickle, Bolton Sep 2024 to Present
• Assisted with learning and development for students with special educational needs.
• Encouraged positive behaviour and social skills.
• Support students with conditions like Autism and ADHD.
• Demonstrated positive impact on student learning and development, through targeted interventions and individualised support.
• Implemented strategies to address challenging behaviour, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
•Adapted learning materials, activities, and teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of students with SEN.