Donna Barnett
North Yorkshire,England
Summary
Specialising in providing support services across various sectors. Skilled in problem-solving, customer service, and administrative tasks. Capable of ensuring smooth operations and maintaining high satisfaction levels. Committed to enhancing organisational productivity through innovative solutions and continuous improvement.
Dedicated and proactive, equipped with strong communication and problem-solving abilities essential for providing outstanding support. Demonstrates proficiency in conflict resolution and team collaboration, ensuring smooth operations and positive outcomes. Eager to contribute meaningfully and drive success in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
SEMH Support Officer
Red Kite Learning Trust
Harrogate , North Yorkshire
2024.03 - Current
The SEMH Support Officer plays a vital role in promoting the emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and engagement of students within the alternative provision at Rossett. I have worked closely with pupils who may experience social, emotional, or mental health challenges that impact their learning, attendance, behaviour, and relationships in school. Key responsibilities include providing targeted pastoral support, delivering interventions and mentoring programmes, supporting behaviour management strategies, and working collaboratively with teaching staff, safeguarding teams, families, and external agencies to remove barriers to learning.
The role also involves monitoring student progress, maintaining accurate records, contributing to support plans and risk assessments, and helping to implement strategies that improve attendance, wellbeing, and academic outcomes.
SEND teaching Assistant
Red Kite Learning Trust
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
2021.03 - 2024.03
A Teaching Assistant supports teachers in delivering lessons and helping students achieve their learning goals. The role includes assisting with classroom activities, preparing learning materials, supporting individual students or small groups, helping manage classroom behaviour, and creating a positive, safe learning environment. Teaching Assistants also help monitor student progress and provide additional support to pupils who may need extra guidance.
Education
GCSEs - 6 x C, 3 x D
St. John Fisher High School
North YorkshireSkills
I am a dedicated and compassionate professional currently working as an SEMH Support Officer within a high school setting, where I support young people with their social, emotional, and mental health needs Through this role, I have developed strong skills in building trusting relationships, providing tailored pastoral support, and promoting positive wellbeing outcomes for students facing a range of challenges
My experience has given me a deep understanding of the importance of emotional wellbeing in enabling young people to thrive both academically and personally I work closely with students, families, teaching staff, and external agencies to identify needs, implement effective support strategies, and create a safe, inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and heard
I am highly organised, empathetic, and proactive, with a genuine passion for supporting others to overcome barriers and reach their full potential I am confident in coordinating interventions, monitoring progress, and contributing to whole-school wellbeing initiatives that promote resilience, positive mental health, and personal development
Timeline
SEMH Support Officer
Red Kite Learning Trust
2024.03 - Current
SEND teaching Assistant
Red Kite Learning Trust
2021.03 - 2024.03
GCSEs - 6 x C, 3 x D
St. John Fisher High School