Ciaran Mates
Banbury,Oxon
Summary
Dedicated and passionate trainee secondary physics teacher with a strong commitment to inclusive education and fostering a love for science. Experienced in supporting diverse learners through adaptive teaching strategies tailored to meet their individual needs. Committed to creating engaging and accessible learning environments where all students can thrive academically and personally.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Playworker
The Let's Play Charity
Adderbury, Oxfordshire
07.2021 - Current
- Created and maintained safe, creative and stimulating environment for young people's play.
- Conducted non-verbal, verbal and written forms of communication depending on young person's requirements.
- Upheld reliable routines to minimise young people's stress and anxiety.
- Applied proven strategies and techniques to carefully manage behaviours that challenge and de-escalate highly emotional situations.
- Developed positive relationships with young people, parents and professionals.
Classroom Support Officer
Frank Wise School
Banbury, Oxfordshire
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided a safe, positive learning environment for students with varying educational needs.
- Monitored students' response to learning activities and modified appropriately to achieve intended learning outcomes.
- Implemented formative assessment strategies to track student development.
- Supervised special group events and off-site trips, guaranteeing student safety.
- Supported classroom teacher in monitoring, assessing and recording student progress.
Education
PGCE (Secondary) with QTS - Physics
University of Warwick
Coventry 09.2024 -
Bachelor of Science - Physics with Astrophysics
University of York
York 09.2021 - 06.2024
A-Levels - Physics, Maths, Drama
The Warriner Sixth Form
Bloxham, Oxfordshire 09.2019 - 07.2021
GCSEs - Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, English, History, Drama, German
The Warriner School
Bloxham, Oxfordshire 09.2014 - 07.2019
Skills
- SEND support
- Positive reinforcement
- Classroom management
- Strong communication
- Pastoral care
- Resilience
Affiliations
- Avid football player and spectator.
- Performed in and directed multiple musicals and plays.
- Self-taught guitar and keyboard player.
Timeline
PGCE (Secondary) with QTS - Physics
University of Warwick
09.2024 -
Classroom Support Officer
Frank Wise School
06.2024 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Physics with Astrophysics
University of York
09.2021 - 06.2024
Playworker
The Let's Play Charity
07.2021 - Current
A-Levels - Physics, Maths, Drama
The Warriner Sixth Form
09.2019 - 07.2021
GCSEs - Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, English, History, Drama, German
The Warriner School
09.2014 - 07.2019
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