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Gergana Ivanova

Kettering,Northamptonshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in Special Education Needs (SEN) support, specialising in autism awareness and inclusive practice. Proficient in implementing personalised learning techniques and differentiation strategies to foster an inclusive classroom environment. Skilled in classroom behaviour management, safeguarding awareness, and the use of assisted technology to enhance learning outcomes. Adept at providing one-to-one and small group support, with a strong understanding of dyslexia strategies and ADHD support methods. Committed to promoting positive behaviour and ensuring a child-centric approach to education.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Secretary

Rusev Services Ltd
Kettering, Northamptonshire
2017.09 - 2026.01

Provided organised administrative support within a busy office environment

Communicated clearly and professionally with clients, visitors and colleagues

Managed records, schedules and documentation with high attention to detail

Cleaner

Abclean Ltd
London, Camden
2012.08 - 2014.04
  • Responded swiftly to emergency situations requiring immediate cleanup to minimise disruption.
  • Upheld privacy regulations whilst carrying out duties in sensitive areas such as hospital wards or care homes.
  • Completed laundry tasks promptly, resulting in continuously available fresh linen and uniforms.
  • Utilised eco-friendly products to maintain a safe, chemical-free environment.

Teacher history and geography

Vasil Levski Academy
Sevlievo, Bulgaria
2006.09 - 2007.06
  • Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement

through effective classroom management.

  • Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
  • Adhered strictly to syllabus guidelines whilst teaching various subjects across different grade levels.
  • Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
  • Delivered structured lessons to pupils with varied learning needs
  • Adapted teaching approaches to support individual learning styles
  • Maintained a calm, inclusive and respectful classroom environment

Education

Level2 Certificate in Understanding Autism - Learning Difficulties

CACHE
Peterborough
2025.11 - 2026.01

Level2 Understanding Specific Learning Difficulty - Learning Difficulties

CACHE
Peterborough
2025.09 - 2025.11

AIM level1Extended Award in personal development - Learning Difficulties

Bedford College
Bedford
2024.01 - 2024.02

ESOL Skills for Life Level1 and 2 - English and Maths

Bedford College
Bedford
2017.09 - 2019.06

Bachelor of History and Geography - Science

University of Veliko Turnovo Bulgaria(St St KIril and Metodi
Veliko Turnovo , Bulgaria
2000.09 - 2003.06

Skills

    Special Education Needs (SEN) support

    Autism awareness and inclusive practice

    Understanding Specific learning Difficulties

    One-to-one and small group support

    Classroom behaviour management

    Differentiation and reasonable adjustments

    Safeguarding awareness

    Communication and active learning

  • Knowledge of dyslexia strategies
  • Personalised learning techniques
  • Classroom supervision
  • Sensory integration support
  • ADHD support strategies
  • Child-Centric approach
  • ADHD classroom management
  • Assisted technology use
  • Cognitive behaviour therapy understanding
  • Autism spectrum understanding
  • Knowledge of sen legislation
  • Patience and understanding
  • SEN teaching strategies
  • Positive behaviour promotion
  • Behaviour management
  • 1:1 student support
  • Activity support
  • Autism teaching approaches
  • Behaviour management strategies

Timeline

Level2 Certificate in Understanding Autism - Learning Difficulties

CACHE
2025.11 - 2026.01

Level2 Understanding Specific Learning Difficulty - Learning Difficulties

CACHE
2025.09 - 2025.11

AIM level1Extended Award in personal development - Learning Difficulties

Bedford College
2024.01 - 2024.02

Secretary

Rusev Services Ltd
2017.09 - 2026.01

ESOL Skills for Life Level1 and 2 - English and Maths

Bedford College
2017.09 - 2019.06

Cleaner

Abclean Ltd
2012.08 - 2014.04

Teacher history and geography

Vasil Levski Academy
2006.09 - 2007.06

Bachelor of History and Geography - Science

University of Veliko Turnovo Bulgaria(St St KIril and Metodi
2000.09 - 2003.06
Gergana Ivanova