Deborah Nathan
Bushey Heath,Hertfordshire
Summary
I am an enthusiastic and dedicated teaching assistant with 30 years of experience and I have recently completed a foundation degree. I have a passion for creating engaging, inclusive learning environments. I am particularly skilled at developing creative activities that make learning enjoyable and meaningful for pupils. I am highly adaptable, proactive, and committed to supporting both teachers and pupils to achieve their best. I am also a strong believer in teamwork, hard work, and fostering a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages curiosity and confidence. Dedicated individual with a nurturing disposition, driven to support educational growth. Proficient in classroom management and communication, fostering a productive learning environment. Committed to enhancing student engagement and academic success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work history
Teacher's Assistant
North London Collegiate School
Stanmore, Middlesex
2014.08 - 2025.12
- 1:1 Precision Teaching sessions
- Working with groups during lessons to support the teaching of the curriculum
- Supporting children with specific needs
- Hearing children read and small group work
- Making appropriate materials for lessons.
- Planning, putting up and taking down displays.
- Communicating with children, observing their interaction with each other.
- Liaising with teachers to devise strategies to help with difficulties which may arise.
- Give verbal reports to staff when they are compiling information for parents.
- Classroom organisation – labels, filing, checking homework diaries, collecting materials for lessons.
- Playground duties, lunch time duties. Encouraging children to eat a well-balanced meal and to practice good manners.
Co-owner of Children's Arts and Crafts Business
Mucky Mitts
2004.01 - 2014.08
- Ran weekly sessions for children aged walking upwards.
- Organised and run regular parties. – themed if required
- Organised all activities - different topics each week
- Face Painting
- Songs and games
- Designed booking forms, invitations and thank you cards.
- Responsibility for maintaining all equipment and required stock.
- Paperwork/admin – registers, admissions, bank accounts, orders.
- Internet and email
- Mucky Play for Kids
Parent Helper/Teacher's Assistant
Hertsmere Jewish Primary School
2006.09 - 2014.07
- Progressed from parent helper and progressed into a classroom support role.
- Supporting children with additional needs
- Classroom organisation
- Reading with children daily
- Small group work
- Was also a midday lunchtime supervisor
Honky Tonks
1999.01 - 2004.01
- Ran weekly sessions – nursery rhymes and musical instruments
- For children aged 6 months upwards.
- Organise and run regular parties
- Music and Movement group.
Nursery Nurse within the Nursery
North West London Jewish Day School
1994.09 - 1998.07
- To work within the nursery
- Nurture the children to help them progress.
- Help prepare them for Reception
- Toilet duties, if required
- Reason for Leaving: Birth of 1st child
Education
BA - Top-Up Learning & Teaching
Middlesex University
Hendon 2025.09 -
FdA - Learning and Teaching Degree
Middlesex University
Hendon 2023.09 - 2025.07
NNEB/Montessori Diploma -
London Montessori Centre
London 1991.09 - 1993.07
GCSE -
Rickmansworth Masonic School
Rickmansworth 1988.09 - 1991.07
Rosary Priory School
Bushey, Herts 1985.09 - 1988.07
Aylward First and Middle School
Edgware, Middlesex 1977.09 - 1985.07
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer in a Romanian Orphanage, 1994-05, 1994-07, Volunteered in an Orphanage looking after orphaned children., Decorated rooms., Helped set up new school (opened after I left), Reason for leaving: short-term, limited 3-month role.
Custom
As a young student, I always knew I wanted to work with children. After studying for my NNEB and Montessori Diploma and spending time in Romania, I continued to gain many years of experience supporting children in primary classrooms. I am particularly passionate about inclusive education and supporting children’s emotional well-being, and I find great satisfaction in helping children feel confident and valued in their learning. I am currently completing a degree and next year I will complete my Post Graduate Apprenticeship with QTS to qualify as a teacher and remain committed to developing my skills to support every child effectively.
Timeline
BA - Top-Up Learning & Teaching
Middlesex University
2025.09 -
FdA - Learning and Teaching Degree
Middlesex University
2023.09 - 2025.07
Teacher's Assistant
North London Collegiate School
2014.08 - 2025.12
Parent Helper/Teacher's Assistant
Hertsmere Jewish Primary School
2006.09 - 2014.07
Co-owner of Children's Arts and Crafts Business
Mucky Mitts
2004.01 - 2014.08
Honky Tonks
1999.01 - 2004.01
Nursery Nurse within the Nursery
North West London Jewish Day School
1994.09 - 1998.07
NNEB/Montessori Diploma -
London Montessori Centre
1991.09 - 1993.07
GCSE -
Rickmansworth Masonic School
1988.09 - 1991.07
Rosary Priory School
1985.09 - 1988.07
Aylward First and Middle School
1977.09 - 1985.07