Andrea Grady
Beverley,E Yorkshire
Summary
A compassionate Teaching Assistant, proficient in providing focused support to all children. Successful at building a positive rapport with students. Experienced in taking phonics sessions and also preparing Year 6 students for SATS. Demonstrates a patient demeanor in tutoring, offering one-to-one student support, including special needs and autism spectrum disorder understanding. Strong empathy and commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teaching assistant in primary school
St John's RC Primary School
Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Partnered with teachers to design interactive lessons that increased student engagement.
- Strengthened children's grasp of intricate concepts by employing engaging methods for simplification and clarification.
- Facilitated improved inclusion of students with learning challenges in class activities through dedicated attention.
- Produced visual aids for classroom application, fostering increased learner engagement and understanding of critical concepts.
- Implemented consistent reading sessions supporting literacy growth for young learners.
- Offered support to special needs students, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.
- Organised interventions for problematic child behaviour, highlighting concerns and advocating for effective solutions.
Postgraduate Admissions Officer
University of York
York, North Yorkshire
10.2021 - 09.2024
- Coordinated communication between applicants and faculty members for efficient integration into the academic year.
- Safeguarded sensitive information, ensuring strict adherence to applicants' privacy rights.
- Partnered with the finance department to optimise scholarship and grant decision frameworks.
- Upheld detailed records of all applicant data, confirming the precision of information.
- Ensured updated knowledge of university policies and procedures via frequent participation in training sessions.
- Ensured a fair admissions process by strictly following established guidelines and protocols.
- Increased applicants' satisfaction with prompt and helpful responses.
- Developed strong relationships with academic departments for streamlined application processing.
- Reviewed incoming applications, ensuring adherence to admission criteria.
- Conducted interviews and information sessions to guide prospective students through the application process.
- Assessed and verified visa documentation for international student admissions.
- Evaluated and processed student applications for admissions, processing the most in the department for each admissions cycle.
- Advised applicants of the outcome of applications per school protocols and departmental approvals.
Faculty Administrator
University of Hull
Hull, E Yorkshire
07.2018 - 09.2020
- Assembled extensive reports for university management assessment.
- Created an advanced filing system, improving the speed of document retrieval.
- Ensured compliance with university policies and regulations through rigorous monitoring and enforcement strategies.
- Managed student records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Responded promptly to student enquiries, improving customer satisfaction rates.
- Answered telephone and email enquiries promptly, signposting requested information.
- Took and distributed detailed administrative meeting minutes.
Teaching assistant in primary school
St Mary Queen of Martyrs Primary School
Hull, E Yorkshire
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Conducted regular reading sessions promoting literacy amongst young learners.
- Provided special attention to students with learning difficulties for better inclusion in class activities.
- Worked closely with teachers to implement engaging lessons.
- Facilitated group activities during lessons.
- Assisted with the marking of pupils' work, providing constructive feedback where necessary.
- Aided in the supervision of children during break times. This further ensured their safety while on school premises.
- Enhanced children's understanding of complex ideas by simplifying and explaining concepts.
Education
Master of Science - Developmental Disorders and Clinical Practice
University of York
York 09.2024 - 08.2025
Postgraduate Diploma - Law
Nottingham Trent University
Nottinghamshire 09.1999 - 07.2001
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Loughborough University
Loughborough 09.1995 - 06.1998
Skills
- Group work coordination
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Numeracy support
- Literacy support
- Phonics knowledge
- Patient demeanor in tutoring
- Special needs support
- One-to-one student support
- Child psychology
- Autism spectrum disorder understanding
- Strong empathy
Affiliations
- I am a wholesome individual who loves walking, reading and visiting new places.
Timeline
Teaching assistant in primary school
St John's RC Primary School
05.2025 - 01.2026
Master of Science - Developmental Disorders and Clinical Practice
University of York
09.2024 - 08.2025
Postgraduate Admissions Officer
University of York
10.2021 - 09.2024
Faculty Administrator
University of Hull
07.2018 - 09.2020
Teaching assistant in primary school
St Mary Queen of Martyrs Primary School
09.2016 - 07.2018
Postgraduate Diploma - Law
Nottingham Trent University
09.1999 - 07.2001
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Loughborough University
09.1995 - 06.1998