Clare Allen
Earlsfield,London
Summary
Organized and reliable Teaching Assistant with 21 years of experience in Primary education. Proven ability to deliver effective individual and group lessons. Skilled in preparing engaging lesson plans and learning materials, ensuring enjoyable and achievable class activities. Strong communicator and time management skills. Positive and enthusiastic attitude to work.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work history
ELSA (1 day/week)
Rokeby School
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Supported child's individual needs with 1:1 activities that helped to develop their emotional and social development.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging children's behaviour, conducting meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate steps.
- Professionally liaised and supported parents during very difficult and emotional situations respecting confidentially.
- Utilised specialised ELSA techniques for improvement the emotional wellbeing children.
- Respected confidentially of the child and their families in very difficult situations, particularly involving safe guarding concerns.
Teaching Assistant
Rokeby School
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey
01.2004 - 08.2025
- Supported classroom teacher in behaviour management to promote a positive learning environment.
- Assisted with assessments, providing essential support to the teacher.
- Supported individual and group learning sessions for children to enhance their learning.
- Developed close working relationships with students, teaching staff, SLT and parents.
- Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.
- Provided targeted support for children with special educational needs, collaborating closely with SENCo.
- Delivered constructive feedback on children's work, highlighting areas for improvement.
- Developed engaging learning materials and prepared stimulating classroom displays.
Receptionist
Nakedhealth
West Wimbledon, London
10.2003 - 01.2004
- Handled appointment scheduling to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Coordinated office supplies orders to keep necessary materials available at all times.
- Upheld confidentiality with sensitive information handling procedures.
- Delivered front of house duties with warm and professional manner.
Assistant Area Manager
Jaeger
London, England
06.1986 - 12.1997
- Conducted performance reviews contributing to employee development positively.
- Delegated tasks effectively, improving overall productivity levels.
- Oversaw visual merchandising standards across all retail outlets.
- Assisted HR in the recruitment process.
- Implemented regular training sessions, enhancing staff knowledge and skills.
- Optimised sales methods to best engage, acquire and retain customers.
Education
NVQ Level 3 -
The City and Guilds London Institute
Sutton 08.2007 -
Emotional Literacy Support Assistant -
Achieving for Children Educational Psychology Service
Kingston upon Thames 09.2022 -
Skills
- Phonics knowledge
- Child psychology
- One-to-one student support
- Behaviour management
- Literacy and numeracy support
- Special needs assistance
- Reward-based behaviour strategies
Timeline
ELSA (1 day/week)
Rokeby School
05.2023 - 08.2025
Emotional Literacy Support Assistant -
Achieving for Children Educational Psychology Service
09.2022 -
NVQ Level 3 -
The City and Guilds London Institute
08.2007 -
Teaching Assistant
Rokeby School
01.2004 - 08.2025
Receptionist
Nakedhealth
10.2003 - 01.2004
Assistant Area Manager
Jaeger
06.1986 - 12.1997
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