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Dionne Bretherton

Dionne Bretherton

Liverpool / London

Summary

Enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant with extensive experience supporting children and young people across primary, secondary and sixth form, including SEND learners. Skilled in delivering elements of the PE curriculum through gymnastics coaching (Nursery–Year 6) and fostering confidence, resilience, and academic progress. Seeking to further professional development through the Education Studies BA (Hons) Top-Up to progress towards a career in teaching.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teaching assistant in secondary schools

All Saints Catholic High School
Liverpool
03.2024 - Current
  • Support sixth form and secondary pupils in academic studies, including those with SEN.
  • Enhance classroom learning through homework assistance, improving comprehension and retention.
  • Monitor student progress via regular assessments and detailed report writing.
  • Deliver targeted interventions to increase confidence and academic progress.

National curriculum gymnastics coach

Beth Tweddle Gymnastics
North West England
09.2022 - 12.2023
  • Planned and delivered gymnastics sessions for students from Nursery to Year 6.
  • Accommodated special needs students in PE lessons, ensuring adherence to inclusive practices.

Dance teacher

Self - Employed
Liverpool
01.2019 - Current
  • Taught dance classes to children and young people, building creativity and resilience.
  • Encouraged students to explore their own artistic style, fostering individuality and creativity.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Performing Arts (Dance)

The City of Liverpool College
Liverpool
09.2020 - 07.2022

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma - Performing Arts

Broadgreen international school
Liverpool
09.2018 - 07.2020

GCSEs -

All Saints Catholic High School
Liverpool
09.2012 - 07.2018

Skills

  • Classroom support and SEN inclusion
  • Lesson planning and delivery (PE/dance)
  • Communication and relationship building
  • Organisation, time management, and reflection
  • Resilience, empathy, and adaptability



References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teaching assistant in secondary schools

All Saints Catholic High School
03.2024 - Current

National curriculum gymnastics coach

Beth Tweddle Gymnastics
09.2022 - 12.2023

Higher National Diploma - Performing Arts (Dance)

The City of Liverpool College
09.2020 - 07.2022

Dance teacher

Self - Employed
01.2019 - Current

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma - Performing Arts

Broadgreen international school
09.2018 - 07.2020

GCSEs -

All Saints Catholic High School
09.2012 - 07.2018
Dionne Bretherton