Christine Herczeg
Dudley,West Midlands
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong time management skills and a proven track record of meeting deadlines. Able to use MS Office Suite, for record-keeping and appointment scheduling. Recognized for professionalism, emotional resilience, and empathetic listening abilities. Fluent in English, skilled in public speaking, and committed to maintaining confidentiality while enhancing organizational efficiency.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Learning support practitioner
Elston Hall Learning Trust
Tipton, Sandwell
2020.01 - Current
- Able to work independently using my own initiative.
- Able to complete accurate record-keeping.
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR.
- Handled sensitive information with utmost discretion, maintaining trust amongst children and staff alike.
- Form positive relationships with people.
- Delivered constructive feedback to promote continuous self-improvement among students.
- Facilitated inclusive environments, enhancing participation and engagement in lessons.
- Conducted regular assessments, identifying gaps in understanding or skills.
- Developed individualized learning plans to improve student comprehension.
- Liaised with parents and external agencies to provide progress updates and support.
- Designed lesson plans and resources tailored for learners receiving additional support.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies to maintain a harmonious classroom atmosphere.
- Accompanied students on school trips, ensuring safety and promoting experiential learning opportunities.
Learning support practitioner
Sandwell Council
West Bromwich, Sandwell
2002.09 - 2020.01
- Implemented behaviour management strategies maintaining harmonious classroom atmosphere.
- Coordinated after-school tutoring sessions to reinforce topic understanding and skill application.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, encouraging active engagement in lessons.
- Improved student comprehension by developing individualised learning plans.
- Delivered constructive feedback on performance, encouraging continuous self-improvement.
Learning support practitioner
Sandwell Council
Tividale, Sandwell
1998.02 - 2002.10
- Implemented behaviour management strategies maintaining harmonious classroom atmosphere.
- Coordinated after-school tutoring sessions to reinforce topic understanding and skill application.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, encouraging active engagement in lessons.
- Improved student comprehension by developing individualised learning plans.
- Delivered constructive feedback on performance, encouraging continuous self-improvement.
Learning support practitioner
Sandwell Council
Smethwick, Sandwell
2001.10 - 2002.09
- Implemented behaviour management strategies maintaining harmonious classroom atmosphere.
- Coordinated after-school tutoring sessions to reinforce topic understanding and skill application.
- Fostered positive relationships with students, encouraging active engagement in lessons.
- Improved student comprehension by developing individualised learning plans.
- Delivered constructive feedback on performance, encouraging continuous self-improvement.
Nursery nurse
Happy Hours Day Nursery
Lower Gornal, Dudley
1994.08 - 1995.03
- Guided positive behaviour amongst children through role-modelling appropriate actions and manners.
- Implemented nursery policies consistently; maintained standards expected by management team.
- Liaised effectively with colleagues during shift changes; guaranteed seamless continuity of care for all children.
- Delivered high-quality childcare by maintaining safe, clean and nurturing environment.
- Administered first aid when required, ensuring prompt attention to injuries or illnesses.
- Maintained comprehensive records of each child's progress; noted developments at regular intervals.
- Provided detailed daily reports to parents regarding their child's day, ensuring transparency and trust.
- Safeguarded and protected welfare of young children.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with parents, carers and nursery staff.
- Wrote up regular activity and observations reports, monitoring children's progress and development.
Education
City & Guilds - English Level 2
Shrewsbury College
West Bromwich, Sandwell 2019.11 - 2020.07
Diploma in Nursery Nursing - Childcare
Sandwell College
Sandwell 1992.09 - 1994.06
GCSEs - GCSEs
Bishop Milner Roman Catholic School
Dudley 1986.09 - 1991.07
Skills
- Deadline adherence
- Fluent English language
- Information recording
- Neat presentation
- Flexible work attitude
- Code of conduct understanding
- Time management expertise
- Professionalism and courteous demeanour
- MS office suite
- Empathetic listener
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Telephone etiquette
- Appointment scheduling
- Meticulous record-keeping
- Public speaking
- Emotional resilience
Affiliations
- Reading
- Walking my dog
- Music and films
Accomplishments
Catalogued a new school book scheme
Created sheets for data, observations and record keeping
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Learning support practitioner
Elston Hall Learning Trust
2020.01 - Current
City & Guilds - English Level 2
Shrewsbury College
2019.11 - 2020.07
Learning support practitioner
Sandwell Council
2002.09 - 2020.01
Learning support practitioner
Sandwell Council
2001.10 - 2002.09
Learning support practitioner
Sandwell Council
1998.02 - 2002.10
Nursery nurse
Happy Hours Day Nursery
1994.08 - 1995.03
Diploma in Nursery Nursing - Childcare
Sandwell College
1992.09 - 1994.06
GCSEs - GCSEs
Bishop Milner Roman Catholic School
1986.09 - 1991.07