ANGELA NEVOLA
Sussex (open to roles across East & West Sussex)
Summary
A compassionate and reliable support professional with experience across care, education and wellbeing settings. Naturally patient and friendly, with strong communication skills and a calm approach. Confident providing person-centred support in a respectful and dignified way, including companionship, emotional reassurance and practical help with day-to-day tasks. Trustworthy and committed to safeguarding, with a genuine passion for helping others feel safe, supported and valued.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Assistant Manager
OPEN PATHWAY RETREAT CENTRE
Queen Camel, Somerset
01.2025 - 02.2026
- Support the smooth day-to-day running of the retreat centre, ensuring a calm, welcoming and well-organised environment
- Assist guests and visitors with a friendly, professional and helpful approach
- Responsible for preparing and cooking food for guests and visiting groups
- Assist with answering phone calls and responding to emails in a friendly and professional manner
- Support with general cleaning and maintaining high standards of cleanliness across shared spaces and accommodation areas
- Support with outdoor tasks including light gardening, pruning and maintaining garden areas
TA & Deputy Manager (After School Club)
WELLFIELD INFANT & NURSERY SCHOOL
Sale, Trafford
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided one-to-one and small group learning support to pupils in the classroom
- Assisted with lesson preparation and classroom resources, liaising closely with teachers and staff members to support daily routines and activities
- Supported the after-school club with supervision, ensuring children’s safety and following safeguarding procedures
SEND Teaching Assistant | Y1 & Y3
HOLY TRINITY PRIMARY SCHOOL - ANZ UK EDUCATION
London
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Organising class spaces and preparing materials for upcoming lessons.
- Developed and nurtured positive relationships with students and staff, supporting a welcoming and respectful learning environment.
- Supported SEND pupils, helping improve confidence and engagement in learning
Play Worker (Off-Term)
KIDS - LADY ALLEN ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND
London
12.2020 - 08.2023
- One-to-one or one-to-four supervision, building positive rapport with children with various additional needs and disabilities including autism, behavioural, learning and emotional difficulties.
- Setting up play areas, materials and equipment to enhance activities, keeping the children active and stimulated, encouraging physical health and emotional well-being.
- Helping children maintain personal hygiene and assisting during meal times encouraging social interactions and good manners.
SEND Teaching Assistant
DUNCOMBE PRIMARY SCHOOL - ANZ UK EDUCATION
London
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Provided 1:1 support and helped facilitate social engagement
- Supported teachers with behaviour management, contributing to progress meetings by providing feedback, raising concerns and suggesting appropriate actions
- Monitored students’ responses to learning activities and maintained records of progress and outcomes throughout the academic year
Care Assistant
HFH & APOLLO HEALTHCARE
LONDON
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Provided companionship and emotional support, helping clients to feel comfortable and supported throughout the day
- Assisted with personal care while maintaining dignity, privacy and respect at all times
- Prepared meals and supported clients with daily routines to promote wellbeing and independence
- Helped with light household tasks to maintain a safe, clean and comfortable home environment
- Assisted with medication administration as required, following care plans and guidelines
Children Entertainment Host
KIDZANIA
LONDON
02.2019 - 02.2020
Care Assistant
MUNCHNER PFLEGE - TEAM GMBH & CO.KG
MUNICH, Germany
02.2017 - 12.2018
- Assisted with personal care while maintaining dignity, privacy and respect at all times
- Prepared meals and supported clients with daily routines to promote wellbeing and independence
- Assisted with medication prompts/support as required, following care plans and guidelines
Disability Support Worker
TEENSPIRIT
Perth, Australia
09.2015 - 06.2016
After School Care Assistant
HELPING HANDS
Perth, Australia
03.2014 - 09.2015
Education
Level 3 Certificate - Early Childhood Education & Care
STERLING COLLEGE
Perth2016
Level 3 Certificate - Home & Community Care
STANLEY COLLEGE
Perth2015
Level 2 Certificate - Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness & Prevention
TENANCY Training
Online, UK /2025 -
High School Diploma - Socio-Psycho-Pedagogical High School
LICEO SCIPIONE STAFFA
Trinitapoli2006
Languages
Italian
Native
Spanish
Advanced
English
Fluent
REFERENCES
References available on request
Timeline
Assistant Manager
OPEN PATHWAY RETREAT CENTRE
01.2025 - 02.2026
TA & Deputy Manager (After School Club)
WELLFIELD INFANT & NURSERY SCHOOL
09.2023 - 11.2024
SEND Teaching Assistant | Y1 & Y3
HOLY TRINITY PRIMARY SCHOOL - ANZ UK EDUCATION
09.2021 - 07.2023
SEND Teaching Assistant
DUNCOMBE PRIMARY SCHOOL - ANZ UK EDUCATION
02.2021 - 07.2021
Play Worker (Off-Term)
KIDS - LADY ALLEN ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND
12.2020 - 08.2023
Care Assistant
HFH & APOLLO HEALTHCARE
02.2020 - 02.2021
Children Entertainment Host
KIDZANIA
02.2019 - 02.2020
Care Assistant
MUNCHNER PFLEGE - TEAM GMBH & CO.KG
02.2017 - 12.2018
Disability Support Worker
TEENSPIRIT
09.2015 - 06.2016
After School Care Assistant
HELPING HANDS
03.2014 - 09.2015
Level 3 Certificate - Early Childhood Education & Care
STERLING COLLEGE
Level 3 Certificate - Home & Community Care
STANLEY COLLEGE
Level 2 Certificate - Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness & Prevention
TENANCY Training
/2025 -
High School Diploma - Socio-Psycho-Pedagogical High School
LICEO SCIPIONE STAFFA