Alexandra Horton
Sittingbourne
Summary
A receptive and outgoing professional with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and perseverance. Skilled in fostering inclusive learning environments and supporting students across educational settings. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure both independently and within a team. Eager to apply and further develop patience, adaptability, and teamwork in this role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Volunteer Teaching Assistant
EKC Sheppey Secondary
Sheerness, Kent
2025.03 - Current
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Encouraged student participation in class activities, leading to increased engagement and enthusiasm for learning.
- Provided additional support to students with learning difficulties, increasing their confidence and engagement.
- Maintained a safe, inclusive classroom atmosphere by enforcing school guidelines and policies.
Support Worker
Rivermead Inclusive Trust (ROCC)
Gillingham, Kent
2024.12 - Current
- Provided respite care for young people with disabilities and complex needs during school holidays and weekends.
- Supported with their personal care, social engagement, and well-being, ensuring a safe and enriching environment.
- Adapted activities to individual needs, fostering independence and inclusion.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Leigh Academy Rainham
2024.09 - 2025.03
- Delivered interactive interventions, tailored to the developmental needs of selected students
- Committed to supporting educators in creating engaging learning environments and fostering academic growth in all students, particularly focusing on those with EHCPs
Seasonal Temporary Customer Assistant
Morrisons PLC
Sittingbourne, Kent
2020.12 - 2020.12
Customer Assistant
Morrisons PLC
2022.06 - 2024.09
- Anticipated customer needs and provided them with high quality service while upholding brand standards and values to ensure customer satisfaction
- Meticulously handled system transactions including credit and cash to ensure seamless and accurate cash flow
Bar Assistant
The Crown, Public House
2022.04 - 2022.10
- Provided quick and efficient bar serving skills, alongside waitressing simultaneously
- Creating a rapport with customers to ensure loyalty and customer satisfaction
- Left to manage and oversee all tasks during shift including opening and closing
Temporary Customer Assistant Role
Clarks
2021.07 - 2021.09
Customer Assistant Role
Clarks
2022.02 - 2022.06
- Learnt the intricacies of the foot and shoe relationship as well as the ability to explain and apply such information to the customer interaction
- ‘Star of the week' award accredited numerous times for consistently reaching and exceeding weekly targets
- Effective communication in difficult situations to ensure an outcome that satisfies both the parent and the child consumer
Delivery Driver
Dominos
Sittingbourne
2020.04 - 2021.12
- Maintained and enforced strict and up-to-date cleanliness and social distancing policies regarding the COVID-19 outbreak to ensure both employee safety and customer satisfaction
- Developed the ability to consistently remain productive in the fast-changing working environment and assumed leadership responsibilities during peak demanding periods
Waitress/Bar Staff
Upchurch River Valley Golf Club
2017.11 - 2019.12
- Provided silver service at prestige functions and events
- Demonstrating being able to cope under pressure, to strict timescales with an appropriate manner to the event guidelines
- Served breakfast, lunch, dinner and buffets to customers at a local family-owned business
Education
BSc - Psychology with Cognitive Neuroscience
Goldsmiths, University of London
London 09/2020 - 08/2024
A-Levels -
Highsted Grammar School
09/2018 - 08/2020
GCSEs -
Highsted Grammar School
09/2016 - 08/2018
Skills
- Safeguarding children experience
- SEN knowledge
- Child-Centric approach
- Kind, compassionate and attentive
- Quick learner
Accomplishments
- 7 GCSE's grade A (7) or above
- House Captain at Highsted Grammar School
- Psychology prefect and peer mentor
- Work experience in a local primary school
- Volunteer at local secondary school
- Accredited Gold Award in first year of University
- At Morrisons: Completed training in 5 departments - the only customer assistant to achieve this locally
Affiliations
- Enthusiatic about playing musical instruments and appreciating live music performances
- Committed to physical and mental well-being through strength and endurance training, alongside creative pursuits like painting.
- Value quality time with family and friends, encouraging bonding through social activities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer Teaching Assistant
EKC Sheppey Secondary
2025.03 - Current
Support Worker
Rivermead Inclusive Trust (ROCC)
2024.12 - Current
SEN Teaching Assistant
Leigh Academy Rainham
2024.09 - 2025.03
Customer Assistant
Morrisons PLC
2022.06 - 2024.09
Bar Assistant
The Crown, Public House
2022.04 - 2022.10
Customer Assistant Role
Clarks
2022.02 - 2022.06
Temporary Customer Assistant Role
Clarks
2021.07 - 2021.09
Seasonal Temporary Customer Assistant
Morrisons PLC
2020.12 - 2020.12
Delivery Driver
Dominos
2020.04 - 2021.12
Waitress/Bar Staff
Upchurch River Valley Golf Club
2017.11 - 2019.12
BSc - Psychology with Cognitive Neuroscience
Goldsmiths, University of London
09/2020 - 08/2024
A-Levels -
Highsted Grammar School
09/2018 - 08/2020
GCSEs -
Highsted Grammar School
09/2016 - 08/2018