Annie Mclean
York,Yorkshire
Summary
Newly graduated (2025) Psychology bsc. student with first class honors, devoted to improving and supporting children's development through education. I have vast enthusiasm for working alongside children within the SEN scope and have acquired valuable experience and confidence doing so already, in positions such nursery assistant and guided reading volunteer, as well as focussing my dissertation around the topic of school transitions amongst Neurodivergent children. My passion lies within helping children to feel accepted, safe and included, which is the motivator for my aspirations to build on the psychological frameworks I have studied and pursue a career in educational psychology. Overall, I have the drive, patience and empathy to hopefully make a difference to children's lives, and I never shy away from a challenge.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Nursery assistant
Walmgate Day Nursery York
York, Yorkshire
2025.01 - Current
- Engaged in educational play, including reading, counting and crafts to support unique child development.
- Maintained safe learning and play environments by utilising health and safety certified policies.
- Organised outdoor enrichment and socially guided activities
- Assisted in meal preparation, personal care and first aiding to ensure optimal physical health of children and infants.
- Promoted language development through storytelling sessions and group singing to nurture communication skills.
- Took part in monthly parental meetings, providing updates on child progression and wellbeing.
Restaurant Front of House staff
Pizza Express
York, York
2022.12 - 2025.05
- Served food and drinks during busy periods, including during peak tourism seasons.
- Followed strict level 2 Food Hygiene and safety protocols.
- Maintained friendly and welcoming service, even when confronted with challenging situations such as complaints.
- Communicated efficiently as a team and fostered strong relationships with colleagues.
- Committed to long, regular working hours on a dedicated schedule alongside managing the load of my University degree.
Primary School reading buddy volunteer
Haxby Road Primary Academy
York, York
2022.10 - 2024.07
- Spent weekly sessions guiding children ages 4-7 through appropriate reading activities, followed up with discussions about the material.
- Encouraged independence and confidence when words and sentences seemed challenging, utilising compassion rather than pressure.
- Recorded and tracked weekly progress, allowing reading abilities to improve in line with lesson content.
- Built up trust and comfort with individual children through positive reinforcement.
SEND school trip volunteer
Castle Hill School
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2022.03 - 2024.07
- Assisted with three different school trips throughout the summer term, including indoor and outdoor activities.
- Supported SEND children aged 6- 12 during transport and navigation of new environments.
- Compiled a packing list and preparatory information to be distributed to parents and carers beforehand.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
York St John University
York 2022.09 - 2025.06
A-Levels -
Greenhead College
Huddersfield, Kirklees 2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs -
Holmfirth High School
Huddersfield, Kirklees 2015.09 - 2020.06
Skills
- Resilience and dedication
- Approachability
- Empathy and understanding
- Special needs accommodation (CFE CACHE Level 3 certificate in Understanding Autism)
- Time management
- Communication
Languages
English
Native
Polish
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Accomplishments
NSPCC Introduction to safeguarding and child protection certification
CFE CACHE Level 3 Understanding autism certification
Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award
Head of House leadership team, Holmfirth High School 2019- 2020
Affiliations
- I have been a keen piano player since the age of 6 and have achieved a Grade 8. I think music is a wonderful way to communicate and express oneself, especially in childhood. Learning languages is another of my favourite hobbies and I am currently practicing German with the hopes of one day reaching fluency- this would be very useful given my love of travel. Additionally, I have recently joined my local tennis club which has been a great way to join a community, stay healthy and improve my teamwork abilities in pressured but still enjoyable situations.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursery assistant
Walmgate Day Nursery York
2025.01 - Current
Restaurant Front of House staff
Pizza Express
2022.12 - 2025.05
Primary School reading buddy volunteer
Haxby Road Primary Academy
2022.10 - 2024.07
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
York St John University
2022.09 - 2025.06
SEND school trip volunteer
Castle Hill School
2022.03 - 2024.07
A-Levels -
Greenhead College
2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs -
Holmfirth High School
2015.09 - 2020.06