Emma Rannard
Wigan,Lan
Summary
A dependable individual with strong interpersonal skills and a keen ability to assist in classroom management and student support. Possesses excellent communication and organisational skills. Committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment to enhance student engagement and success.
Specialising in fostering supportive learning environments for diverse student needs. Capable of facilitating academic growth through innovative teaching methods and collaborative problem-solving. Prioritises clear communication and patience to nurture student engagement and progress.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teaching assistant level 2
Wigan Council - Wigan Engagement Centres
Wigan, Lancashire
02.2020 - Current
- Maintained safe and clean classroom, promoting a conducive learning atmosphere.
- Promoted positive behaviour amongst students through role modelling and reinforcement strategies.
- Aided in developing literacy skills amongst students using innovative techniques.
- Implemented behavioural management techniques for maintaining discipline within the classroom.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimising educational resources and outcomes.
- Supported teachers in planning school trips, ensuring safety guidelines were adhered to.
- Administered tests and assignments, assessing student progress effectively.
- Assisted in organising school events encouraging teamwork and camaraderie amongst students.
- Prepared visual aids for lessons, aiding in better understanding of concepts.
- Promoted interactive learning by incorporating technology into lessons where applicable.
- Assisted students with special needs, nurturing their academic development.
- Handled administrative tasks efficiently to ensure seamless classroom operations.
- Facilitated parent-teacher meetings, fostering strong communication channels.
- Enhanced student understanding by creating and implementing creative lesson plans.
- Participated actively in staff meetings contributing valuable insights towards curriculum enhancement.
- Fostered inclusive learning environment with differentiated instruction methods.
- Led group sessions to groups of up to 7 KS 2/3/4 students to develop skills in reading and writing.
- Motivated students to actively participate in classroom activities and collaborate with peers on team projects.
- Worked closely with KS3/4 teacher to accommodate needs of Social Emotional Mental Health students whilst challenging all pupils to reach their full potential.
- Planned and delivered structured interventions to manage complex behavioural issues and minimise obstacles to learning.
- Organised and led several classroom activities weekly to assist KS 3/4 teacher.
- Worked 1:1 with several SEN pupils in core subject lessons.
- Enriched learning environment for all students by de-escalating behavioural issues and working to minimise low-level classroom disruption.
- Boosted academic performance by facilitating out-of-classroom sessions focused on core subject revision.
- Managed pupil behaviour to cultivate focused and productive classes.
- Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
- Supervised pupils during lunchtimes and educational visits.
- Offered support to special needs students, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays for daily lessons.
- Responded to changing needs of pupils and staff to provide maximum help and support.
- Developed and maintained positive, impactful relationships with students, facilitating improved learning outcomes.
- Managed challenging child behaviour, running interventions to raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
- Assisted with planning and preparing lessons, evaluating and adjusting teachings to suit student age and capability.
- Minimised distraction by creating and maintaining clean, safe and organised classroom.
- Acted as superb role model, consistently promoting school mission and values.
- Observed pupils closely in classroom environment to foster engagement.
- Helped student to build confidence by cultivating trusted atmosphere in group settings.
- Supported development of appropriate resources, working with teachers to guarantee provision met learning needs.
- Maximised class teacher productivity by preparing work and activities in advance of lessons.
- Aided improvements in educational, emotional and social development.
- Identified disruptions to learning and discretely addressed issues where possible.
- Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
- Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
- Encouraged students to work together to complete projects and solve problems.
- Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
- Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects.
- Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
- Organised class spaces and prepared materials for upcoming teacher lessons.
- Prepared necessary equipment and technology ahead of class.
- Monitored children in spaces between classes, keeping disruptions to minimum.
- Assisted teacher with using support equipment and computers during lessons.
- Attended to younger children's basic physical needs and assisted in development of personal skills.
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring, improving overall department attainment.
- Planned and arranged classrooms to promote learning and student achievement.
- Arranged recreational spaces and equipment to encourage physical activity.
- Kept class records current with attendance information and student grades.
- Maximised student engagement and receptive learning by educating students using individualised instructional approaches.
- Applied student assessment information to personalise support for students struggling with assignments.
Level 3 nursery practitioner
Busy Bees
Wigan, Lancashire
03.2006 - 12.2019
- Developed strong relationships with parents, promoting open communication about their child's needs and progress.
- Supported special needs students by adapting standard teaching techniques according to their unique requirements.
- Observed and assessed each child's growth and development using early years foundation stage guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with all nursery policies and procedures, providing quality care for the children.
- Collaborated effectively with other practitioners to plan daily routines for optimal learning opportunities.
- Monitored dietary needs of each kid, contributing towards healthy growth.
- Managed transitions between different activities smoothly minimising disruption in schedules.
- Fostered a sense of community within the nursery with engaging group activities.
- Organised fun and educational trips to enhance the children's real-world experiences.
- Administered first aid during emergencies while ensuring minimal distress for the affected child.
- Utilised creative arts to foster self-expression amongst the children.
- Facilitated early childhood education through age-appropriate games and play.
- Enhanced children's understanding of key concepts by conducting interactive learning activities.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's developmentally milestones as per EYFS guidelines.
- Provided emotional support for distressed children, ensuring a comforting environment.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards to ensure a safe environment for the children.
- Implemented creative teaching strategies, improving individual child's development.
- Led storytelling sessions, stimulating imagination amongst kids.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings to report on their child's progress.
- Promoted diversity and inclusivity amongst the children through various cultural activities.
- Met curriculum requirements by delivering age-appropriate teachings.
- Recorded children's milestones and achievements for accurate progress reporting.
- Cleaned and kept rooms and play areas tidy for reduced accident risks.
- Devised learning-through-play activities to improve cognitive development.
- Developed and maintained strong partnerships with parents and carers to facilitate day-to-day caring and early learning needs.
- Kept confidential any information regarding children, members of staff and administration acquired as part of job.
- Kept confidential any information regarding children, members of staff and administration acquired as part of job.
- Recorded child observations and communicated progress updates to parents.
- Helped children with personal hygiene, changing babies and assisting toddlers with toilet training.
- Participated in induction and settling in of new children.
- Escalated safeguarding concerns promptly to maintain child safety.
- Created stimulating nursery displays for improved learning engagement.
- Promoted inclusion and acceptance of children with special needs by making activities accessible for all.
- Adapted teachings, activities and environments to suit Special Educational Needs requirements.
- Monitored child progress against early years foundation stages and raised any development concerns with parents.
- Managed challenging behaviour with positive reinforcement techniques.
- Taught to curricular requirements of Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
- Supported children's learning development through reading, writing and numeracy work.
- Enhanced children's emotional growth through positive socialisation activities.
- Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
- Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
- Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
- Served as Key Person for 8+ children.
- Maintained care continuity through key worker child support.
- Monitored children's food and drink consumption, feeding younger children and helping older children during mealtimes.
- Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
- Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
- Discussed behavioural issues with parents offering practical solutions for improved child development.
- Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
- Helped children learn numeracy skills using counting games.
- Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
- Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
- Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
- Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
- Gave direct instructions to manage behaviour, maintaining positive learning environments.
- Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
- Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
- Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
- Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
- Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
- Built positive relationships with families, enhancing trust in care provisions.
- Safeguarded children appropriately, escalating concerns to senior staff.
- Managed classroom behaviour through positive reinforcement.
- Boosted vocabulary development through singing, storytelling and role-play activities.
- Set up and helped children with activity equipment and resources.
- Encouraged sharing and teamwork for positive social development.
- Used arts and crafts activities to encourage self-expression.
- Used holistic teaching and caregiving methods to support child wellbeing.
- Built student confidence through targeted learning exercises and activities.
- Reported on developmental progress to quickly identify and meet additional educational needs.
- Monitored student activity to maintain safe, positive learning environments.
- Achieved curriculum goals for Early Years Foundation Stage pupils.
- Celebrated student successes to encourage pride and sense of achievement.
- Assessed pupil performance and adapted learning programmes to suit individual needs.
- Monitored playground activity to maintain pupil safety and security.
- Utilised learning through play to enhance children's creativity.
- Supported children with toilet training to aid physiological development.
- Devised activities to improve pupils' social, emotional and cognitive development.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Children's Care, Learning and Development
SDA Training LTD
Wigan 10.2009 - 10.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Supporting Teaching and Learning
NCFE Cache
Wigan 07.2018 - 07.2019
NVQ Level 2 - Administration
City & Guilds
Wigan 01.2005 - 01.2006
NVQ Level 2 - Principles of Customer Service
OCR
Wigan 10.2011 - 10.2013
NVQ Level 2 - Children's Care, Learning and Development
City & Guilds
Wigan 07.2007 - 07.2008
NVQ Level 2 - Customer Service
OCR
Wigan 09.2009 - 09.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Application of Number
City & Guilds
Wigan 03.2009 - 05.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Key skills in communication
City & Guilds
Wigan 10.2009 - 10.2010
GCSEs - Mathematics
Abraham Guest High School
Wigan 09.1999 - 06.2004
GCSEs - English
Abraham Guest High School
Wigan 09.1999 - 06.2004
GCSEs - Double Science
Abraham Guest High School
Wigan 09.1999 - 06.2004
Skills
- Behavioural support
- Child safeguarding
- Special education needs knowledge
- Child psychology knowledge
- Classroom behaviour management
- Emotional intelligence
- Resilience building techniques
- Patience and calmness
- Specialised SEN support
Affiliations
- Skiing
- Squash
- Rugby
- Walking
- Bike riding
- Going for trips in the caravan
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching assistant level 2
Wigan Council - Wigan Engagement Centres
02.2020 - Current
NVQ Level 2 - Supporting Teaching and Learning
NCFE Cache
07.2018 - 07.2019
NVQ Level 2 - Principles of Customer Service
OCR
10.2011 - 10.2013
NVQ Level 3 - Children's Care, Learning and Development
SDA Training LTD
10.2009 - 10.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Key skills in communication
City & Guilds
10.2009 - 10.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Customer Service
OCR
09.2009 - 09.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Application of Number
City & Guilds
03.2009 - 05.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Children's Care, Learning and Development
City & Guilds
07.2007 - 07.2008
Level 3 nursery practitioner
Busy Bees
03.2006 - 12.2019
NVQ Level 2 - Administration
City & Guilds
01.2005 - 01.2006
GCSEs - Mathematics
Abraham Guest High School
09.1999 - 06.2004
GCSEs - English
Abraham Guest High School
09.1999 - 06.2004
GCSEs - Double Science
Abraham Guest High School
09.1999 - 06.2004
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