Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Personal Information
Custom
Timeline
Generic

Clare Lewis

Rushden,Northamptonshire

Summary

I am a qualified SEND Teaching Assistant. I have a strong interest in supporting children with special educational needs in schools I have strong Knowledge of SEND legislation, such as The Send Code of Practice, (DoH, DfE,2015), The Equality Act, (DfE,2010) & The Children and Families Act, (DfE, 2014). In which is crucial when supporting and including all pupils with SEND. I have supported learners with several SEN disorders, such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, SEMH and Attachment and Trauma in Children. I have worked in various schools around Northamptonshire and Bedfordshire and London. I have a positive understanding of supporting children with SEND and aim to work in partnership with parents and all members of staff in an educational setting. Additionally, I also have a keen interest in research in how educators implement support strategies to support learners with SEMH, Attachment and Trauma in schools. I would also describe myself as hardworking and proactive individual

in which I am dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences for students.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teaching Assistant

Aspire
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
12.2024 - 12.2025

I was a supply Teaching Assistant supporting pupils in Year 1 with SEND .I also taught some lessons due to the Teachers sickness and staff shortages.

My role as a Teaching consisted of assisting children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers. I also supported the classroom teacher with lesson planning and behaviour management, in which assisted in promoting a positive learning environment.

I also Offered one-on-one guidance to struggling students for improved academic performance, in which consisted of Improved student engagement by utilising interactive learning techniques. I also led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.

SEND Teaching Assistant

Monarch Education
Northampton, Northamptonshire
07.2024 - 07.2024

This was a temporary 3-week position to cover sickness

I supported a child in year 6 with high behaviour needs, my role was to assist with his learning and management. behaviour management strategies to support the pupil. My role was to ensured the safety of pupils during extracurricular activities for an accident-free environment. In which I provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment. Additionally, I also prepared engaging, effective learning materials to boost stimulation and encourage further academic interest. In which cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents. Furthermore, i also prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources. My role as a SEND teaching assistant also consisted of Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions. I also established effective classroom routines by providing high-quality practical support to teaching staff.

Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Dunbar Education
Corby
07.2023 - 09.2023

My contract ended due to their original member of staff returning to work after a period of sickness

My role as a SEN Teaching assistant was to ensure that i implemented Improved student engagement by utilising interactive learning techniques, classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons, in which I ensured safety of pupils during extracurricular activities for an accident-free environment. Additionally, I supported the classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment and encouraged pupil autonomy through guided independent study initiatives.

SEN Teaching Assistant

Dunbar Education
Corby
05.2023 - 06.2023

I worked at a Special Needs Academy in Corby as a 1:1 Learning support assistant. My role as a Leaching support assistant was to support pupils with their learning and manage any disruptive behaviour and to work well within a team and support the staff I worked with.

Additionally, my role was to ensure inclusivity within the school community; promoted acceptance and respect for all pupils. Additionally, I also created sensory stimuli for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder in easing pupils anxiety levels, Implemented visual aids during lessons; supported better information retention. I also assisted in Encouraging independent learning through structured tasks, boosting self-reliance skills.

SEN Teaching Assistant

Dunbar Education
Wellingborough
10.2021 - 05.2023

I worked at a Special needs school as a 1:1 Teaching assistant, mainly as an ad hoc supply .My role as a SEN Teaching assistant was to support students with their learning and manage their behaviour and to support the teacher and other support staff in the classroom setting.

This consisted of fostering inclusivity within the school community; promoted acceptance and respect for all pupils,

Implementing visual aids during lessons; supported better information retention, Creating sensory stimuli for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder; eased anxiety levels and Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction among SEN students and aiming to Improve classroom behaviour with implementation of positive reinforcement strategies.

SEN Teaching Assistant

Dunbar Education
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
03.2021 - 07.2021

I Was an LSA for a pupil in Year 1 with Autism for a 4 month Contract. My role was to support him and to help him manage his behaviour and emotions and to encourage him to concentrate on his work, I implemented support strategies through Makaton, PECS, Visual Boards, Organising Sensory And Calming Activities. Additionally, my role was to ensure that I managed behavioural challenges effectively by maintaining a positive learning environment. I also implemented emotional support during challenging situations; instilled resilience in pupils. Furthermore, I also carried out formative assessments to monitor the pupils progress in school for consistent academic growth.

SEN Teaching Assistant

Sugarman Education
Bromley, Greater London
01.2020 - 03.2020

I was employed as an SEN Teaching Assistant in various schools in Bromley, mainly working with children with Autism/ learning difficulties, and I helped manage their behaviour, encouraging speech through sign language and pecs

Unfortunately, I had to finish earlier than expected due to the Covid - 19 Outbreak

Afterschool Nanny

London
10.2018 - 08.2019
  • Afterschool nanny for a 4-year-old boy, with preparing meals and play dates
  • Nursery duties only

Volunteer Placement

Orpington
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • I am Currently a volunteer at The ASD Unit in Orpington
  • I am also studying level 2 in Teaching Assistant Diploma I am currently helping children with their work

Nanny

London
11.2013 - 03.2015
  • Nanny to two boys aged 12 months on Mondays and Tuesday Full nanny duties

2 Day Nanny

Forest Hill, London
11.2013 - 03.2015
  • I left this position to go onto Maternity Leave and to Spend some time with my baby daughter

1 day Nanny

London
05.2013 - 09.2013

Nanny

London
02.2012 - 09.2013
  • Nanny to three children, 10-month baby girl and twin boys

Temporary Nanny

London
03.2013 - 04.2013
  • Nanny to 11-month-old boy, Monday - Wednesdays, Full nanny duties until Mother started her maternity leave

Temporary Nanny

London
07.2011 - 07.2012
  • Nanny to three boys 2, 4 & 7yrs Monday - Wednesday
  • Full nanny duties until the family relocated out of London

2 day/wk Nanny

09.2010 - 01.2012
  • Nanny to three boys, 3-month twins and 3-year-old boy on Full nanny duties, until the family relocated out of London

3 day/wk Nanny

London
10.2010 - 07.2011
  • Nanny to 3-year-old, and 18-month-old nanny duties

4-day Nanny Share

London
02.2009 - 07.2010
  • Nanny to two 14-month-old girls
  • Full nanny duties for 2 families

4 day/wk Nanny

07.2008 - 12.2008
  • Nanny to three boys 12, 10, 7yrs
  • I was made redundant due to a change in the familyʼs circumstances

Fulltime Nanny

London
01.2007 - 07.2008
  • Nanny to 14-month-old girl
  • Full nanny duties

Live in Nanny

London
01.2006 - 12.2006
  • Nanny to two boys 10 months and 3 years
  • Full nanny duties

Live in Nanny

London
09.2005 - 12.2005
  • Nanny to 2-year-old girl Full nanny duties

Live in Nanny

London
12.2002 - 07.2005
  • Nanny to two girls 3 and 2 yrs
  • Full nanny duties

Career Break

04.2002 - 12.2002
  • I took a Career break as my mother was ill with Breast Cancer

Education

BA Hons - Special Educational Needs and Disability

University of Bedfordshire
Bedford
09.2021 - 05.2025

Level 3 - NNEB Diploma

Tresham College
Kettering
09.1993 - 07.1995

Level 2 - BTEC 1st Diploma in Care

Tresham College
Kettering
09.1992 - 07.1993

GCSE’S - Maths, English, Science, History, Dance, R.E

Chichele Girls School
Rushden, Northamptonshire
09.1985 - 07.1990

Skills

    I have worked in education for over 6 years and I have strong knowledge of The Send Code of Practice,(DoH,DfE, 2015),The Equality Act,(DfE,2010), Children and Families Act,(DfE, 2014),Teachers Standards, (DfE, 2011)

    I have mainly worked as a specialist SEND/SEMH Teaching assistant, supporting learners with various needs such as Autism, Adhd, Dyslexia, Trauma and Attachment difficulties My role as a SEND teaching assistant was to ensure that I supported pupils with SEND by ensuring they accessed an Inclusive curriculum,by working in partnership with educators and assist with lesson planning, carrying out interventions that is stated in an IEP/EHCP and assist in maintaining positive classroom and behaviour management in the classroom

Personal Information

Date of birth: 02/20/75

Custom

  • Aspire, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
  • Monarch Education, Northampton, Northamptonshire
  • Dunbar Education, Corby, Northamptonshire
  • Dunbar Education, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
  • Sugarman Education, Bromley, Greater London
  • London, London
  • Orpington, Orpington
  • Forest Hill, London
  • Winslow, Milton Keynes

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Aspire
12.2024 - 12.2025

SEND Teaching Assistant

Monarch Education
07.2024 - 07.2024

Teaching Assistant (SEND)

Dunbar Education
07.2023 - 09.2023

SEN Teaching Assistant

Dunbar Education
05.2023 - 06.2023

SEN Teaching Assistant

Dunbar Education
10.2021 - 05.2023

BA Hons - Special Educational Needs and Disability

University of Bedfordshire
09.2021 - 05.2025

SEN Teaching Assistant

Dunbar Education
03.2021 - 07.2021

SEN Teaching Assistant

Sugarman Education
01.2020 - 03.2020

Volunteer Placement

05.2019 - 07.2019

Afterschool Nanny

10.2018 - 08.2019

Nanny

11.2013 - 03.2015

2 Day Nanny

11.2013 - 03.2015

1 day Nanny

05.2013 - 09.2013

Temporary Nanny

03.2013 - 04.2013

Nanny

02.2012 - 09.2013

Temporary Nanny

07.2011 - 07.2012

3 day/wk Nanny

10.2010 - 07.2011

2 day/wk Nanny

09.2010 - 01.2012

4-day Nanny Share

02.2009 - 07.2010

4 day/wk Nanny

07.2008 - 12.2008

Fulltime Nanny

01.2007 - 07.2008

Live in Nanny

01.2006 - 12.2006

Live in Nanny

09.2005 - 12.2005

Live in Nanny

12.2002 - 07.2005

Career Break

04.2002 - 12.2002

Level 3 - NNEB Diploma

Tresham College
09.1993 - 07.1995

Level 2 - BTEC 1st Diploma in Care

Tresham College
09.1992 - 07.1993

GCSE’S - Maths, English, Science, History, Dance, R.E

Chichele Girls School
09.1985 - 07.1990
Clare Lewis