Claire Pearson
Bolton
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable practitioner with experience across education, mental health, and neurodevelopmental services. Skilled in delivering low‑intensity interventions, supporting autism and ADHD assessment pathways, and creating safe, nurturing environments for children with diverse needs. Strong safeguarding practice, high‑quality communication, and a collaborative approach with families, schools, and multi‑agency teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Education Mental Health Practitioner
Pennine Care Foundation Trust
Greater Manchester
2021.08 - Current
- Delivered evidence‑based low‑intensity interventions (CBT‑informed) for children and young people presenting with anxiety, low mood, and behavioural difficulties.
- Provided guided self‑help to parents and carers using structured intervention programmes.
- Facilitated individual and group interventions within school settings, adapting materials to developmental level and need.
- Conducted mental health assessments for children and young people, including risk assessment and safety planning.
- Identified presenting needs and signposted or escalated to appropriate services when required.
- Worked closely with SENCOs, pastoral teams, and wider school staff to support early identification of mental health needs.
- Contributed to whole‑school approaches to wellbeing, including staff training, workshops, and consultation.
- Delivered psychoeducation sessions for pupils, parents, and school staff on topics such as anxiety management, emotional regulation, and behaviour strategies.
- Worked along side appropriate safeguarding professionals to safeguard children and young people.
- Maintained accurate, timely clinical records in line with service and national standards.
- Engaged in regular clinical skills and case management supervision.
- Participated in ongoing CPD to maintain and develop competencies in low‑intensity CBT, child development, and school‑based mental health.
Neurodevelopmental Support Practitioner
East Lancashire Hospital Trust
Burnley, Lancashire
2020.08 - 2021.08
- Supported autism and ADHD assessment pathways through structured information‑gathering, observation, and liaison with families and schools.
- Conducted ADOS-2 diagnostic observations for children and young people.
- Conducted developmental history interviews and gathered information to inform multidisciplinary formulation.
- Contributed to MDT discussions, ensuring accurate presentation of assessment data and family perspectives.
- Signposted families to appropriate services, community resources, and parenting programmes.
- Produced high‑quality written summaries for autism and ADHD assessments, integrating developmental history, school feedback, and observational data to support diagnostic formulation.
- Supported ADHD assessments by conducting QB testing and preparing clear summaries of results for clinicians.
- Took height and weight measurements to support prescribing clinicians with baseline physical health data.
Supply Teacher
Zen Educate
Manchester, Greater Manchester
2020.02 - 2020.07
- Delivered high‑quality teaching across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, adapting quickly to different school environments and pupil needs.
- Implemented lesson plans effectively and maintained continuity of learning in the absence of class teachers.
- Managed classroom behaviour using positive, consistent strategies to create a calm and productive learning environment.
- Differentiated tasks and support to meet a range of learning needs, including SEND and EAL pupils.
- Built positive relationships with pupils and staff, contributing to a supportive school culture.
- Maintained accurate records of pupil progress and reported key information to school staff.
- Followed safeguarding procedures and upheld school policies and expectations.
- Provided consistent teaching and pastoral support to small groups of key‑worker and vulnerable pupils during COVID school closures.
- Created a calm, reassuring environment to support pupils' emotional wellbeing during periods of uncertainty
KS1 Classroom Teacher
St Josephs RC Primary Sc
Bacup, Lancashire
2019.10 - 2020.02
- Taught a mixed‑age Year 2/3 class with a wide range of academic abilities, delivering engaging and appropriately differentiated lessons.
- Adapted planning and resources to meet diverse learning needs, including SEND, EAL, and pupils requiring additional pastoral support.
Primary supply teacher
Salford Supply Desk
Salford, Greater Manchester
2019.09 - 2019.10
- Prepared daily lesson plans in line with national curriculum guidelines for improved knowledge retention.
- Adapted quickly to different year groups and classrooms, ensuring minimal disruption to students' learning experience.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques, fostering a love for learning amongst pupils.
- Strengthened classroom discipline with effective behaviour management strategies.
- Built rapport with students to provide top-quality instruction.
- Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.
- Communicated with faculty and administrators to gain insight or to disclose class information.
- Helped resolve challenges and disagreements, displaying healthy conflict resolution.
- Kept records of daily work and left notes for lead teacher.
- Supervised students during break periods and meals to address safety or behavioural issues.
- Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
- Adapted teaching styles for varying student capabilities and requirements.
- Marked student work with clear improvement feedback.
Early Years teacher
British International School of Charlotte
Charlotte , North Carolina
2018.08 - 2019.08
- Tailored teaching approaches to meet individual student needs.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings to discuss child progress.
- Developed literacy skills for improved reading levels.
- Taught basic numeracy concepts to enhance mathematical understanding.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues for planning thematic units of study.
- Assimilated children into school life smoothly, at various points during the school year, with comforting settling-in practices.
- Prepared students for primary school transition by developing foundational skills.
- Promoted inclusivity and diversity through lessons on various cultures and traditions.
- Provided positive classroom experiences with creative, engaging learning-through-play activities.
- Planned and delivered engaging quality curriculum to classes of up to 30 children in line with EYFS framework.
- Maintained high levels of classroom and outdoor safety for staff and children, ensuring facility and equipment were clean, well maintained and safe at all times.
- Monitored physical and emotional child development, logging individual progress and communicating to family members.
- Established trusted rapport with parents, encouraging parental involvement to continually meet individual needs of children.
- Maintained a clean, tidy classroom environment for optimal child safety and comfort.
- Organised classroom resources and displays, creating a fun and positive learning environment for children to thrive in.
- Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
Primary school teacher
Holly Mount RC Primary School
Bury, Manchester, Greater Manchester
2014.09 - 2018.08
- Planned and delivered well‑structured, engaging lessons across Key Stage 1 and Lower Key Stage 2.
- Prepared pupils for Key Stage 1 SATs under both the old and new National Curriculum frameworks.
- Led the preparation of school assessment data for external moderation for two consecutive years.
- Created a nurturing, positive classroom environment where children felt safe, valued, and motivated to learn.
- Managed and directed support staff, volunteers, and trainee teachers to ensure effective classroom practice.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues to support the smooth running of the Lower KS2 phase.
- Held subject leadership responsibility for Science, overseeing curriculum planning and progression.
- Planned whole school events to inspire learning in Science and fundraise for national charities.
- Engaged in ongoing CPD to maintain strong subject knowledge and evidence‑based teaching practice.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Clinical Supervision Skills- EMHP Pathway
GMMH Psychological Therapies Training Centre
Manchester 2024.11 - 2026.02
Post Graduate Diploma - Education Mental Health Practice
GMMH Psychological Therapies Training Centre
Manchester 2021.10 - 2023.03
PGCE - Primary Teaching
University of Cumbria
Lancaster, Lancashire 2013.09 - 2014.08
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lancaster University
Lancaster 2008.09 - 2011.08
Skills
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Early intervention and prevention strategies
- Reflective practice
- Clinical Supervision
- Care coordination through signposting and consultation with key professionals
- Trained Triple P Parenting Practitioner
- Individualised care plan development
- Patient record systems
- Risk Assessment
- Multi-agency working
- Pupils with autism support
- Supporting Families
- Advocating for the needs of children and young people within education settings
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Post Graduate Certificate - Clinical Supervision Skills- EMHP Pathway
GMMH Psychological Therapies Training Centre
2024.11 - 2026.02
Post Graduate Diploma - Education Mental Health Practice
GMMH Psychological Therapies Training Centre
2021.10 - 2023.03
Education Mental Health Practitioner
Pennine Care Foundation Trust
2021.08 - Current
Neurodevelopmental Support Practitioner
East Lancashire Hospital Trust
2020.08 - 2021.08
Supply Teacher
Zen Educate
2020.02 - 2020.07
KS1 Classroom Teacher
St Josephs RC Primary Sc
2019.10 - 2020.02
Primary supply teacher
Salford Supply Desk
2019.09 - 2019.10
Early Years teacher
British International School of Charlotte
2018.08 - 2019.08
Primary school teacher
Holly Mount RC Primary School
2014.09 - 2018.08
PGCE - Primary Teaching
University of Cumbria
2013.09 - 2014.08
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lancaster University
2008.09 - 2011.08