Carla Montgomery
Portadown,Co. Armagh
Summary
Experienced Learning Support Mentor with a background in healthcare, learner support and mentoring. Currently employed within further education, supporting students with additional needs to achieve their qualifications. Holds a BSc (Hons) in Midwifery Science (not currently registered), CMI Level 5 in Management & Leadership, Level 3 AET and Level 3 CAVA. Skilled in inclusive practice, pastoral support and motivating learners. Alongside my primary role, I provide private music tuition in singing and piano, prepare students for music festivals and graded examinations, and train and accompany a male voice choir. I am also Level 5 qualified in Clinical Reflexology.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Learning Support Mentor
Southern Regional College
11.2022 - 02.2026
- Provide academic and pastoral support to students with additional needs. Assist with coursework management and qualification completion. Work collaboratively with lecturing staff to implement structured support plans.
Music Tutor & Choir Trainer
Self-Employed
06.2004 - 02.2026
- Deliver singing and piano tuition. Prepare students for music festivals, graded examinations and performances. Train and accompany a male voice choir performing at community and formal functions.
- Voluntary
Special Educational Needs Classroom Assistant
Dungannon Primary School
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Supported pupils on a one-to-one and small group basis. Assisted with individual learning plans, behavioural strategies and classroom inclusion.
Clinical Reflexologist (Level 5)
Self-Employed
03.2018 - 06.2022
- Provided professional reflexology treatments and holistic wellbeing support.
Dental Nurse & Administrator
D.J. Maguire & Associates
07.2012 - 04.2017
- Delivered chairside clinical assistance alongside administrative and patient care duties.
Staff Midwife
Craigavon Area Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2011
- Provided antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care within a hospital setting.
Dental Nurse
McCarter Dental Surgeries
09.2000 - 08.2005
- Assisted with dental procedures and maintained clinical hygiene and patient records.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Midwifery Science
Queen’s University Belfast
2009
Skills
- Learning support and mentoring
- Inclusive and SEN practice
- Pastoral care and safeguarding awareness
- Leadership and organisation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Certification
- CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management & Leadership (2022)
- Level 3 Award in Education & Training (AET)
- Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)
- Level 5 Diploma in Practitioner Reflexology (2018)
- Performers Singing Certificate – Trinity College London (2003)
- NEBDN Dental Nursing Certificates (2002)
Timeline
Learning Support Mentor
Southern Regional College
11.2022 - 02.2026
Special Educational Needs Classroom Assistant
Dungannon Primary School
08.2021 - 10.2022
Clinical Reflexologist (Level 5)
Self-Employed
03.2018 - 06.2022
Dental Nurse & Administrator
D.J. Maguire & Associates
07.2012 - 04.2017
Staff Midwife
Craigavon Area Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2011
Music Tutor & Choir Trainer
Self-Employed
06.2004 - 02.2026
Dental Nurse
McCarter Dental Surgeries
09.2000 - 08.2005
BSc (Hons) - Midwifery Science
Queen’s University Belfast