BRIGITA PUSCASU
Grays
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in classroom support at St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School, fostering a positive learning environment. Committed to promoting inclusive support and teamwork, ensuring all pupils feel valued and supported. Skilled in organisation and preparation of classroom materials, enhancing effective learning experiences. Career goal: to continue contributing to pupil development through empathetic and patient guidance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Midday Assistant
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Grays
2025.02 - 2026.03
- Responded quickly to emergencies, demonstrated calm under pressure.
- Facilitated games during break periods, encouraged student participation.
- Actively engaged with students during recreational time, promoted inclusive play.
- Ensured student safety by monitoring playground activities.
- Helped pupils develop social skills through interactive tasks.
- Provided first aid care, ensured student well-being.
Volunteer Classroom Assistant
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Grays
2024.11 - 2026.02
- Assisted teacher with classroom activities, lessons, and organisation
- Supported individual pupils and small groups with reading and writing tasks
- Fostered welcoming and supportive learning environment
- Helped maintain classroom routines and encouraged positive pupil behaviour
- Prepared and organised learning materials such as worksheets, books, and activity resources
- Delivered one-to-one support to students, improved focus on tasks.
Barista
Costa Coffee
Finsbury Park, Haringey
2019.06 - 2020.03
Picking and Packing Operative
First Call Agency
Romford, England
2017.09 - 2019.05
Nail technician
Self-employed
Leyton, London
2015.12 - 2017.08
Education
LSA Level 1 - Supporting Work in Schools
Thurrock Adult Community College
Grays 2025.09 - 2026.02
Baccalaureate Diploma - Social Sciencies
Theoretic High School “Vasile Alecsandri”
Sabaoani, Romania 2004.09 - 2008.06
Skills
- Classroom support and organisation
- Child supervision and safety
- Safeguarding procedures
- Behaviour management strategies
- Communication skills
- Learning support
- Inclusive education practices
- Team collaboration
- Material preparation and organisation
- Patience and empathy
Certification
- Safeguarding Children Certificate - New Skills Academy - July 2025
- First Aid Certificate - St John Ambulance - August 2025
References
Available on request.
Timeline
LSA Level 1 - Supporting Work in Schools
Thurrock Adult Community College
2025.09 - 2026.02
Midday Assistant
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
2025.02 - 2026.03
Volunteer Classroom Assistant
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
2024.11 - 2026.02
Barista
Costa Coffee
2019.06 - 2020.03
Picking and Packing Operative
First Call Agency
2017.09 - 2019.05
Nail technician
Self-employed
2015.12 - 2017.08
Baccalaureate Diploma - Social Sciencies
Theoretic High School “Vasile Alecsandri”
2004.09 - 2008.06