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Aamena Kola

Coventry

Summary

I am a highly experienced and compassionate Teaching Assistant with over 20 years of experience supporting children across all key stages in primary education. I currently work in a multicultural school and have developed a strong understanding of the different ways in which children learn and develop. I recognise every child as a unique individual and tailor my support accordingly to help them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. For the past six years, I have worked as a 1:1 Special Needs Teaching Assistant, providing consistent and nurturing support to a child with autism, helping him stay regulated and included in the classroom environment. I have a thorough understanding of safeguarding procedures, I am confident using CPOMS, and have a calm, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting children with a range of needs.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work history

Teaching Assistant

John Gulson Primary School
Coventry
09.2007 - 07.2025
  • Provide 1:1 support for pupils with Special Educational Needs, including autism, focusing on regulation and full classroom inclusion
  • Support teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 (ages 3–11), including class-based and small group support
  • Delivered daily phonics teaching in Year 1, supporting early reading and writing development (six years ago)
  • Deliver focused interventions in Maths and English across different year groups
  • Assist children with English as an Additional Language (EAL), adapting resources and support as needed
  • Prepare and create engaging classroom resources and displays
  • Maintain positive behaviour and provide emotional and academic support
  • Attend school trips, supervising small groups and ensuring their safety and participation
  • Liaise regularly with teachers and the SENCO to review progress and adapt strategies
  • Follow safeguarding protocols, reporting concerns through CPOMS and designated safeguarding leads

Education

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism -

Learning Curve Group
07.2025 -

Open University Award in Early Years Practice -

Open University

NVQ Level 2 in Early Years Care & Education - undefined

Foundation Modern Apprenticeship in Early Years Care & Education - undefined

Key Skills – Information Technology Level 2 - undefined

Phonics Training

John Gulson Primary School
09.2025 -

GCSEs - Art, Design Technology: Graphic Products, English, Mathematics, Information Technology, Science, Spanish

Sidney Stringer Community Technology College

Skills


  • SEN support
  • Behaviour management
  • Emotional regulation strategies
  • Phonics support
  • Early literacy support
  • Supporting EAL learners
  • Safeguarding awareness
  • CPOMS
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Classroom preparation
  • Resource making
  • Display work
  • Support on school trips
  • Out-of-class activities

References

Vicki Watson
Head Teacher
John Gulson Primary School
📧 v.watson@johngulson.coventry.sch.uk
📞 02476 227791
Relationship: Head Teacher


Vicki Green
Deputy of Teaching and Learning / Class Teacher
John Gulson Primary School
📧 v.green@johngulson.coventry.sch.uk
📞 02476 227791
Relationship: Class Teacher 

Timeline

Phonics Training

John Gulson Primary School
09.2025 -

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism -

Learning Curve Group
07.2025 -

Teaching Assistant

John Gulson Primary School
09.2007 - 07.2025

NVQ Level 2 in Early Years Care & Education - undefined

Foundation Modern Apprenticeship in Early Years Care & Education - undefined

Key Skills – Information Technology Level 2 - undefined

Open University Award in Early Years Practice -

Open University

GCSEs - Art, Design Technology: Graphic Products, English, Mathematics, Information Technology, Science, Spanish

Sidney Stringer Community Technology College

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