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Danielle Barclay

Braintree,UNITED KINGDOM

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate with a caring nature, motivated to support individual pupils in their educational journey within their academic abilities . I believe I have strong communication and organisational skills with a knack for problem-solving and adaptability. Committed to making a positive and inclusive learning environment to help students thrive academically and personally. I have worked in both private nursery and school settings covering a wide range of children's age groups ranging from new born to 11 years. I've gained a lot of experience with children on the spectrum and additional, behavioural needs having worked 1-1 for the last 8 years.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Learning support assistant

Beckers green primary school
Braintree, Essex
09.2018 - Current
  • Improved student engagement by providing one-on-one support and guidance.
  • Enhanced classroom environment with creative teaching methods.
  • Provided behavioural management strategies to maintain disciplined atmosphere.
  • Assisted in creating lesson materials, improving educational effectiveness.
  • Aided in the delivery of lessons, ensuring comprehensive understanding.
  • Facilitated group activities to enhance interactive learning experience.
  • Adapted teaching approach according to students' unique needs, achieving better comprehension.
  • Monitored pupil progress closely, providing timely feedback to teachers and parents.
  • Supported children with special educational needs, promoting inclusivity within the school environment.
  • Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
  • Managed challenging child behaviour, running interventions to raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
  • Assisted struggling pupils during class hours, leading to improved grades over time.
  • Accompanied school trips, ensuring safety and enjoyment for all pupils involved.
  • Assisted teacher in maintaining a clean and organised classroom environment for optimal learning conditions.
  • Communicated with parents and caregivers to report on student progress and challenges.
  • Prepared classroom activities and materials to maintain orderly schedule and complete learning objectives.

Teaching assistant in primary school

Roding primary school
Braintree, Essex
09.2010 - 07.2015
  • Conducted regular reading sessions promoting literacy amongst young learners.
  • Ensured consistent communication between teachers and parents about children's progress.
  • Aided in the supervision of children during break times further ensuring their safety while on school premises.
  • Provided special attention to students with learning difficulties for better inclusion in class activities.
  • Maintained a clean, safe classroom environment by performing regular organisation and cleaning tasks.
  • Worked closely with teachers to implement engaging lessons which improved student participation.
  • Monitored pupil behaviour during class time, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
  • Assisted with the marking of pupils' work, providing constructive feedback where necessary.
  • Prepared classrooms for daily activities and tidied up afterwards, keeping surroundings neat and presentable at all times.
  • Created visual aids for use during lessons that enhanced learner engagement and understanding of key concepts.
  • Provided friendly, enthusiastic support to pupils in individual and group support settings.
  • Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
  • Offered support to special needs students, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.
  • Managed challenging child behaviour, running interventions to raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
  • Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays for daily lessons.

Room leader/ Nursery nurse

Waterlily's
Chingford, Waltham Forest
08.2007 - 08.2009
  • Enhanced children's learning experience by implementing creative play and interactive activities.
  • Ensured safety of all children under care whilst maintaining a stimulating environment.
  • Managed team of staff to ensure effective running of the room.
  • Provided support and guidance to less experienced members of staff.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness in all areas utilised by children.
  • Coordinated with other Room Leaders to share best practices and strategies.
  • Created engaging learning resources for use within the setting.
  • Promoted an inclusive atmosphere where every child felt valued and accepted.
  • Monitored children's progress closely, tailoring plans to meet individual needs.
  • Promoted compliance with EYFS curriculum requirements.
  • Achieved Level 3 in Childcare in 2007.
  • Ensured full compliance to internal policies and procedures in alignment with external legislation and regulations of governing bodies.

Education

GCSEs -

West Hatch high school
Chigwell, Essex
09.2000 - 08.2006

Skills

  • Special educational needs experience
  • Constructive feedback
  • Effective collaboration
  • Bookkeeping
  • Playground supervision
  • Numeracy support
  • ADHD support
  • National curriculum familiarity
  • SEN training
  • Autism spectrum disorder understanding
  • Literacy support
  • One-to-one student support
  • Special Educational Needs (SEN) support
  • Differentiated Instructions/ tasks
  • Phonics knowledge
  • Behavioural understanding

A little bit about me.

I enjoy being creative and exploring the world. My greatest achievement will have to be my two children who I enjoy making new memories with everyday. I'm very passionate about what I do and enjoy making a difference in young children's lives.

Timeline

Learning support assistant

Beckers green primary school
09.2018 - Current

Teaching assistant in primary school

Roding primary school
09.2010 - 07.2015

Room leader/ Nursery nurse

Waterlily's
08.2007 - 08.2009

GCSEs -

West Hatch high school
09.2000 - 08.2006

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