Claire Pearson
Kings Lynn,Norfolk
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in school environments, demonstrating strong attention to detail and adaptability to changing routines. Proficient in child safeguarding, health and safety awareness, and adherence to school policies. Skilled in independent work as well as team collaboration, with expertise in vacuum operation, floor hoovering, desk sanitising, and floor mopping and sweeping. Committed to maintaining a safe and clean educational setting while respecting all school policies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Apprentice Teaching Assistant
Iceni Primary Academy
Hockwold cum Wilton, Norfolk
2025.10 - Current
- Support EYFS lesson delivery while keeping classroom routines running smoothly.
- Maintain classroom order to support consistent teaching across lesson sessions.
- Observe pupils' behaviour and report notes to teachers for next steps.
- Complete administrative tasks that improve class organisation and daily efficiency.
- Set up lesson equipment to support smooth transitions and learning time.
- Monitor children needing extra support and provide help promptly when required.
- Support a non-verbal child on a reduced timetable with learning activities. Record progress notes and share feedback with the class teacher.
- Complete observations to add to children's learning journeys.
- Making sure the children play safely with each other during lunchtime and sorting out any problems that may arise. Following the behaviour policy if required.
- Supported children with special educational needs and ensured inclusivity.
- Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
Examinations Invigilator
Iceni Academy
Methwold, Norfolk
2022.01 - 2025.10
- Distributed examination papers and materials promptly, ensuring a smooth procedure of the test.
- Positioned signage to minimize noise in hallways and outside areas.
- Collected completed scripts accurately to prevent any loss or mix-up.
- Coordinated with other invigilators for seamless conduct of examinations across multiple rooms or venues.
- Assisted with special arrangements for candidates with disabilities, providing equal chances to all.
- Ensured exam integrity by strictly enforcing examination rules.
- Guided candidates regarding seating arrangements and protocols before commencement of exams, minimizing confusion and chaos on the day of the test.
- Adhered strictly to invigilation guidelines as provided by examining bodies, promoting consistency and professionalism throughout the exam.
- Assisted in setting up examination venues, promoting a comfortable environment for examinees.
- Reported any suspicious behaviour immediately to exam coordinators, maintaining a high standard of honesty in every exam session.
- Minimized exam disruptions by handling student queries in a quiet, unobtrusive manner.
- Maintained a quiet atmosphere in the examination room for optimal concentration of candidates.
- Prepared exam room for a conducive and efficient environment.
- Answered student questions in line with strict protocols.
- Monitored time strictly during examinations, ensuring fairness for each candidate and adherence to the schedule.
- Patrolled exam areas to maintain visual presence throughout the exam.
- Seated candidates in line with the seating plan.
- Promoted correct exam conduct, verifying student adherence to school regulations at all times.
- Patrolled exam areas to maintain visual presence throughout the exam.
- Escorted candidates to restrooms or outside premises during exams, minimizing disruption to others.
- Advised candidates on possessions permitted in exam venues to prevent rule breaches.
- Facilitated smooth running of up to 3 exams daily, supervising large groups of students.
- Recorded details of late arrivals and early leavers in line with established procedure.
- Removed distractions, retrieved mobile phones and monitored surrounding movements.
- Announced times at periodic intervals as necessary.
- Scanned large number of students to detect cheating attempts.
Midday supervisor
All Saints Academy
Stoke Ferry, Norfolk
2018.10 - 2025.09
- Promoted healthy eating habits for improved student health.
- Assisted in serving meals, enhancing food distribution efficiency.
- Mediated conflicts between students to maintain a harmonious atmosphere.
- Supported teaching staff in managing behaviour issues effectively.
- Maintained clean dining facilities to ensure a hygienic environment.
- Encouraged good table manners amongst students while eating.
- Ensured child safety by monitoring playground activities.
- Assisted younger students with mealtime tasks, fostering independence.
- Developed positive relationships by interacting with pupils during lunchtime.
- Provided comfort and reassurance to distressed children, promoting emotional well-being.
- Supervised children's playtime, ensuring safe use of equipment.
- Provided first aid assistance when required, prioritising pupils' wellbeing.
- Participated in staff meetings and training sessions for professional development.
- Managed behavioural issues for a peaceful and enjoyable lunchtime experience.
- Worked with the team to keep the lunchtime schedule on track.
- Supervised playtimes of up to 100 children across the outdoor playground.
- Enforced school policies and rules consistently, encouraging discipline among students.
- Administered first aid for minor injuries, reporting accidents and near-misses appropriately.
- Followed safeguarding principles to identify and support distressed and vulnerable students.
- Helped with cleaning the cover periodically.
Cropworker/picker
British Sugar
Wissington , Norfolk
2001.06 - 2016.06
- Packed harvest efficiently, preventing damage during transportation.
- Ensured crop health with regular weeding and pest control.
- Transplanted young plants into fields with great care, ensuring their survival rate increased significantly.
- Harvested crops at the right time to prevent spoilage.
- Reported any issues with pests and disease in the crop.
- Selected fruit and vegetables for picking according to size, colour, and ripeness.
- Sorted and packed produce into containers and separated waste from viable items.
- Maintained a clean workspace by regularly organising and tidying the work area.
- Identified and removed diseased plants to protect overall crop health.
- Maintained crop weekly.
Planter and sorter
Ivan Durrance - Darby Nursery Methwold
Kings Lynn, Norfolk
2000.03 - 2001.06
- Plant seedlings in pots following nursery guidelines and correct spacing rules.
- Transport potted plants around nursery areas with roots protected and stable.
- Sort plants for quality by selecting the healthiest stock and discarding weaker specimens.
- Prune plants when needed to maintain shape and healthy growth.
- Work closely with team members to meet daily nursery targets.
Temporary worker
Various employment agencies in London
London, Central London
1999.05 - 2000.05
- Manage filing systems and perform accurate file retrieval requests regularly for senior members of staff.
- Paperwork, including photocopying.
- Data entry.
- Working in the canteen, preparing food for the other members of staff.
- Maintained a clean, organised workspace to facilitate efficiency.
Production Line worker
Fisher Foods
Methwold, Norfolk
1996.06 - 1999.05
- Working as a team.
- Grading vegetables and salad items on a production line.
- Keeping the work area clean and tidy.
- Adhering to health and safety.
Education
GCSEs - Mathematics
Methwold High School
Methwold NorfolkGCSEs - English Language
Methwold High School
Methwold, NorfolkGCSEs - Double Science
Methwold High School
Methwold NorfolkGCSEs - English Literature
Methwold High School
Methwold NorfolkGCSEs - Sociology
Methwold High School
Methwold, NorfolkGCSEs - Art and Design
Methwold High School
Methwold, NorfolkCertificate of competence - Payroll and Sage
Home Learning College
Surrey 2007.03 - 2008.03
Level 1 certificate in Basic Bookkeeping - Bookkeeping
Home Learning College
Surrey 2007.03 - 2008.06
Level 2 Certificate In Computerised Bookkeeping - Bookkeeping
Home Learning College
Surrey 2007.03 - 2008.09
Sage Instant Accounts - Bookkeeping and Accounts
Home Learning College
Surrey 2008.03 - 2009.03
Level 3 Diploma In Payroll Management - Payroll
Home Learning College
Surrey 2008.03 - 2009.04
OCR Administration Level 2 - Administration
College of West Anglia
Kings Lynn, Norfolk 1998.09 - 1999.06
OCR RSA Text Processing 1 Part 1 - Administration
College of West Anglia
Kings Lynn, Norfolk 1998.09 - 1999.06
GCSEs - German
Methwold High School
Methwold, NorfolkOCR Key Skills - Communication Level 2 and Application of number Level 2
College of West Anglia
Kings Lynn, Norfolk 1998.09 - 1999.06
Skills
- Working in a school environment
- Working independently or as part of a team
- Attention to detail
- Adaptable to changing routines
- School policy adherence
- Respect for school policies
- Vacuum operation
- COSHH
- Floor hoovering
- Desk sanitising
- Child safeguarding
- Health and safety awareness
- Floor mopping and sweeping
- Empathy and understanding
- Experience with sen pupils
- Assisting during examinations
- Patience with students
- Helping with school trips
- One-to-one support
Affiliations
- Gardening.
- Spending time with family.
- Watching costume dramas.
- Walking.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Apprentice Teaching Assistant
Iceni Primary Academy
2025.10 - Current
Examinations Invigilator
Iceni Academy
2022.01 - 2025.10
Midday supervisor
All Saints Academy
2018.10 - 2025.09
Sage Instant Accounts - Bookkeeping and Accounts
Home Learning College
2008.03 - 2009.03
Level 3 Diploma In Payroll Management - Payroll
Home Learning College
2008.03 - 2009.04
Certificate of competence - Payroll and Sage
Home Learning College
2007.03 - 2008.03
Level 1 certificate in Basic Bookkeeping - Bookkeeping
Home Learning College
2007.03 - 2008.06
Level 2 Certificate In Computerised Bookkeeping - Bookkeeping
Home Learning College
2007.03 - 2008.09
Cropworker/picker
British Sugar
2001.06 - 2016.06
Planter and sorter
Ivan Durrance - Darby Nursery Methwold
2000.03 - 2001.06
Temporary worker
Various employment agencies in London
1999.05 - 2000.05
OCR Administration Level 2 - Administration
College of West Anglia
1998.09 - 1999.06
OCR RSA Text Processing 1 Part 1 - Administration
College of West Anglia
1998.09 - 1999.06
OCR Key Skills - Communication Level 2 and Application of number Level 2
College of West Anglia
1998.09 - 1999.06
Production Line worker
Fisher Foods
1996.06 - 1999.05
GCSEs - Mathematics
Methwold High School
GCSEs - English Language
Methwold High School
GCSEs - Double Science
Methwold High School
GCSEs - English Literature
Methwold High School
GCSEs - Sociology
Methwold High School
GCSEs - Art and Design
Methwold High School
GCSEs - German
Methwold High School