Emily Harrison
Gloucester,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant with proven ability to step in as class teacher and manage pupil progress records. Experienced in safeguarding protocols and effective communication with parents through various channels. Proficient in data management systems including SIMMS and My Concern, ensuring compliance with Data Protection Act and GDPR. Committed to supporting vulnerable children and collaborating with educational professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Abbeymead Primary School
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
2017.01 - Current
- Promoted academic achievement through one-on-one support for struggling pupils.
- Aided in the development of Individual Education Plans for SEN children, improving personalised support.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding pupil progress.
- Attended parent-teacher meetings providing additional insight into individual pupil performance.
- Liaised with external agencies as part of multi-disciplinary teams supporting child welfare initiatives.
- Participated in teacher training sessions to keep abreast of educational trends and strategies.
- Provided pastoral care to students, fostering a safe and supportive school environment.
- Enhanced pupil engagement by developing and implementing interactive lesson plans.
- Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
- Performed administrative activities such as taking attendance, marking assignments and maintaining student records.
- Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
- Recommended additional materials and resources to improve student skills.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Dinglewell Infant School
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
2015.09 - 2016.12
- Carried out regular progress monitoring; ensured consistent academic growth.
- Liaised with parents and carers regularly, fostering strong home-school relationships.
- Improved classroom behaviour with implementation of positive reinforcement strategies.
- Enhanced student comprehension by creating adaptive learning materials.
Education
Level 4 Certificate for HLTA - Teaching
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester 2019.11 - 2020.11
Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Teaching
Gloucestershire College
Gloucester 2015.09 - 2016.07
Bachelor of Arts - Women's Studies with Combined Arts
University of Gloucestershire
Cheltenham 2002.09 - 2005.07
Skills
- Lesson plan development
- Key Stage 2 curriculum delivery
- Class administration
- Special needs support
- Record-keeping
- Challenging behaviour management
- Patience and empathy
- Social development
- Creative thinking
- Lesson preparation
- SEN proficiency
- Clear communication
Timeline
Level 4 Certificate for HLTA - Teaching
Gloucestershire College
2019.11 - 2020.11
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Abbeymead Primary School
2017.01 - Current
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Dinglewell Infant School
2015.09 - 2016.12
Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Teaching
Gloucestershire College
2015.09 - 2016.07
Bachelor of Arts - Women's Studies with Combined Arts
University of Gloucestershire
2002.09 - 2005.07