Catherine Harnett
Banbury
Summary
Knowledgeable, resourceful and compassionate teaching professional with experience supporting students both academically and pastorally.
Passionate about helping students to reach their goals whilst also promoting independence and resilience.
Offers strong communication and organisational skills alongside an enthusiasm to provide a positive and engaging learning environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teaching Assistant
Sibford School
Sibford Ferris, Oxfordshire
10.2017 - Current
- Uses evidence based interventions to support children with their specific area of need in 1:1 or small group situations enhancing their learning outcome
- Liaises with mainstream teachers and SENCo to deliver targeted support for improvement and discuss students' progress and difficulties
- Specialises in cross curriculum 1:1 support for KS5 students for improved academic performance, with particular focus on exam preparation and study skills
- Provides academic and pastoral support (including SEMH) to students with special educational needs, continually improving their development and confidence
- Maintains up-to-date records of pupil progress, tracking individual development effectively
- Provided administrative and academic support to Head of Sixth Form including UCAS applications, work experience placements, intervention timetables and sixth form initiatives
- Assists in conducting assessments to determine student understanding of subjects and provision of access arrangements
- Supports classroom teachers with behaviour management, promoting positive learning environment
- Liaises between students, teachers and parents, maintaining open lines of communication
- Manages administrative tasks including student data management and record keeping
- Contributes to pupil reviews, grading and report writing
- Improves student engagement and independence by utilising interactive learning techniques and assistive technology
- Collaborates with teaching staff in organising and staffing school events and field trips
Associate Director - London Offices Research
JLL
London
10.1999 - 10.2012
- Produced and published quarterly market research on Central London office market
- Presented regular client briefings to inform on market trends
- Conducted data collection, analysis, and interpretation to support decision-making
- Demonstrated high proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Education
GCSEs - English Language / Maths
Warriner School
Bloxham, Banbury 09.1988 - 06.1993
Diploma of Higher Education - Economics
The Open University
09.2003 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Durham University
Durham 10.1995 - 06.1998
Skills
- GCSE & A-Level subject knowledge
- SEND support
- Autism strategies (NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism)
- Dyslexia interventions (Dyslexia Awareness - Microsoft / Made By Dyslexia)
- Pastoral care
- ICT literate
- Excellent communication skills
- Minibus driving
- First Aid training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Sibford School
10.2017 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Economics
The Open University
09.2003 - 06.2005
Associate Director - London Offices Research
JLL
10.1999 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Durham University
10.1995 - 06.1998
GCSEs - English Language / Maths
Warriner School
09.1988 - 06.1993
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