Alexander Hylton
Uttoxeter ,Staffordshire
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Unqualified SEN Teacher with extensive expertise supporting individuals aged 2–21 (EYFS - Year 14) with a wide range of communication, learning difficulties, and challenging behaviours. Known as an engaging and inspiring educator for all students, with practice frequently recognised as outstanding. Resilient and skilled in managing demanding environments, leveraging strong time management, problem-solving, and interpersonal abilities to foster positive outcomes. Proficient in collaborating with colleagues, families, and other stakeholders to develop tailored strategies that promote engagement, learning, and personal growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Unqualified Teacher (Key Stage 3&4)
SENAD Group
Newton Solney, Derbyshire
01.2025 - Current
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
- Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Coordinated school trips, broadened the pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
Senior SEND Officer
Derbyshire County Council
Buxton, Derbyshire
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Defined and implemented organisational policies, rules and regulations.
- Planned and directed general operations to meet organizational goals.
- Maintained strict confidentiality through careful and correct storage of case documents, in line with internal policies.
- Attended public speaking events to deliver presentations.
- Managed the EHCP assessment process meeting statutory timeframes in line with the Children and Famillies Act 2014
- Adhered to required formats and style guidelines for different types of publications.
- Ran training sessions and supported all staff in understanding needs of SEN pupils.
- Suggested SEN teaching strategies, helping multiple children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to develop and skills.
Unqualified Teacher (Key Stage 2, 3, 4)
SENAD Group
Caldwell , Derbyshire
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Used assessment findings to action necessary care plan adaptations.
- Created targeted support programmes based on client interviews and assessments.
- Conducted assessments of student learning styles and used results to plan instructional activities.
- Employed variety of instructional techniques and media to meet individual student needs and capabilities.
- Created classroom environment to promote physical, social and emotional development.
- Met with other professionals to discuss individual student needs and progress.
- Worked with the police MASH to support cases where students in my care had committed crimes whilst at home
- Offered guidance and advice to parents on educational and social matters relating to SEN students.
- Managed student behaviour, intervening in crisis situations to resolve conflicts.
- Ran training sessions and supported all staff in understanding needs of SEN pupils.
- Set clear short-term and long-term goals to help SEN student progression.
- Responded calmly to manage crises and emergency situations.
- Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
- Established and maintained professional relationships to offer objective guidance and support.
- Advocated on behalf of service users to protect their best interests.
- Adhered to safeguarding principles to protect service users from risk.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date and confidential files in line with reporting standards.
- Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
Bank SEN Residential Support Worker
SENAD Group - Pegasus School
Caldwell , Derbyshire
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Cooked healthy meals to uplift clients and meet dietary requirements.
- Liaised with family members to organise activities and deliver updates on client progress.
- Promoted social inclusion by supporting individual interests, hobbies and social activities.
- Delivered compassionate care in residential homes, community settings, and homes of service users.
- Promoted community engagement and sense of belonging.
- Optimised service user outcomes, administering medication
- Administered medication and minor first aid to ill and injured students.
- Labelled medication with dose and administration guidance.
Lead Teaching Assistant (Key Stage 2-4)
SENAD Group
Caldwell, Derbyshire
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
- Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
- Prepared engaging, effective learning materials to boost stimulation and encourage further academic interest.
- Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
- Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
- Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.
- Established effective classroom routines by providing high-quality practical support to teaching staff.
Unqualified Teacher (Key Stage 1&2)
Fountains Primary School
Stretton , Staffordshire
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
Teaching Assistant (EYFS - Key Stage 2)
Fountains Primary School
Stretton , Staffordshire
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
- Distributed learning materials, textbooks and stationery, enabling full student cooperation in activities.
- Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
- Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
- Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.
- Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
- Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
Education
Foundation Degree in Arts - Education Studies
Staffordshire University
Staffordshire 09.2021 - 07.2024
GCSEs -
Thomas Alleyne's High School
Uttoxeter 09.2015 - 08.2018
City & Guilds - Education
Burton and South Derbyshire College
Burton 01.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Staffordshire University
Stoke-on-Trent 09.2024 - 07.2025
Skills
- Safeguarding
- Semi- Formal & Informal Curriculum Delivery
- Report writing
- Risk management
- Conflict management
- Behaviour pattern recognition
- Solution-focused techniques
- Crisis consultation
- Leadership
Timeline
Unqualified Teacher (Key Stage 3&4)
SENAD Group
01.2025 - Current
Senior SEND Officer
Derbyshire County Council
09.2024 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Staffordshire University
09.2024 - 07.2025
Unqualified Teacher (Key Stage 2, 3, 4)
SENAD Group
09.2022 - 08.2024
Bank SEN Residential Support Worker
SENAD Group - Pegasus School
03.2022 - 08.2024
Lead Teaching Assistant (Key Stage 2-4)
SENAD Group
03.2022 - 09.2022
Unqualified Teacher (Key Stage 1&2)
Fountains Primary School
09.2021 - 03.2022
Foundation Degree in Arts - Education Studies
Staffordshire University
09.2021 - 07.2024
Teaching Assistant (EYFS - Key Stage 2)
Fountains Primary School
01.2019 - 09.2021
City & Guilds - Education
Burton and South Derbyshire College
01.2019 - 09.2021
GCSEs -
Thomas Alleyne's High School
09.2015 - 08.2018
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