Evie Curnow
Hayle,Cornwall
Summary
I'm a Second-year BA (Hons) Primary Education (QTS) student with hands-on experience in teaching children in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. I am passionate about early years education, focusing on fostering children's development through play and positive interactions. Throughout my placements and experiences working I have consistently built strong relationships, supported individual learning needs, and collaborated effectively within a team. Committed to creating a safe and engaging environment for young learners.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Counter assistant, Relief supervisor
04.2022 - Current
- Managed team during shifts as relief supervisor, ensuring effective workflows and team collaboration.
- Coordinated with colleagues to ensure timely preparation of customer orders and a smooth shop operation.
- Serving and greeting customers in a friendly and welcoming manner.
- Taking orders and handling customer payments on the till.
- Making milkshakes, waffles, coffees and various desserts with orders taken.
- Setting up and preparing the shop for opening times.
- Compiled stock lists and prepared task lists for the opening team to facilitate efficient morning operations.
- Assisted in training new staff members by providing guidance and support.
- Following and completing deep cleans and regular cleaning lists and paperwork needed day to day.
- Deep cleaning at the end of shifts.
Student Teacher
Marjon University
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Took responsibility for whole-class teaching across different subjects.
- Assessed pupil progress and adapted teaching to support learning needs.
- Provided targeted support for individuals and small groups.
- Planned and delivered a sequence of lessons with increasing independence.
- Demonstrated effective behaviour management strategies.
- Created engaging and inclusive learning environments.
- Established strong, professional relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Reflected on teaching practice to improve effectiveness and pupil outcomes.
- Supported pupils’ confidence, independence, and overall development.
- Developed a deeper understanding of child development and learning strategies.
- Encourages communication, social interaction and independence for learning.
Student Teacher
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Planned and delivered full lessons to the whole class.
- Worked with individual pupils, small groups, and the whole class across the placement.
- Developed confidence in leading classroom activities and maintaining pupil engagement.
- Supported children’s communication, social skills, and independence within an early year setting.
- Supported children’s social and emotional development through encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Built positive relationships with pupils, supporting their confidence and participation.
- Adapted support to meet a range of learning needs within the classroom.
- Applied behaviour management strategies to maintain a positive and supportive learning environment.
- Gained experience working in Reception, supporting early years development through play-based and interactive learning.
- Assisted with preparation of resources, classroom organisation, and displays.
teaching assistant/1:1
Treleigh primary school
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Completed one-to-one work with specific student to reinforce skills and understanding during placement.
- Supported specific child and other students with additional help to enhance learning outcomes.
- Provided support to improve children's work in class activities.
- Offered children a trustworthy adult for confiding and support in class.
- Working as a team with other TAs and teachers within the class.
- Assisting the teachers with extra help around the class such as printing and trimming work.
- I attended Treleigh primary school on Mondays and Friday afternoons and completed over 124 hours within this placement.
Counter assistant
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Serving and greeting customers in a friendly and welcoming manner.
- Taking orders and handling customer payments on till.
- Coordinated with team to communicate cooking and wrapping needs, ensuring timely service for customers.
- Set up and prepared shop for opening times to ensure smooth operations.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer service skills, enhancing team capability.
- Conducted thorough cleaning of work areas at the end of each shift to maintain hygiene standards.
waitress
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Serving customers in a friendly and enthusiastic manner, regularly checking tables to ensure that their needs are met.
- Serving customers at the bar and making drinks for customers at tables.
- Maintaining knowledge about the bar and menu to best advise customers with consideration to their dietary concerns/requests.
- Managed time effectively during busy shifts, juggling multiple customer orders and ensuring timely service.
- Handling customer payments on tills.
- Supported kitchen operations through cleaning and organisation during peak hours and after shifts.
- Trained new staff members on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Conducted bar and stock inventory checks to ensure accurate stock levels and availability.
Education
BA (Hons) - Primary Education (QTS)
Marjon University
04-2025
BTEC Level 3 - Health and Social Care
Truro College
AS Levels - Business, Sociology, Psychology
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Art, Music, History, Sport
Skills
- Knowledge of child development and early years learning
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience supporting individual needs (1:1 and group work)
- Understanding of behaviour management strategies
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Organisation and time management
- Safeguarding and wellbeing awareness
- Creative and engaging approach to learning through play
- Reliable, professional, and positive attitude
Timeline
Student Teacher
Marjon University
01.2026 - 03.2026
Student Teacher
01.2025 - 04.2025
teaching assistant/1:1
Treleigh primary school
10.2022 - 05.2023
Counter assistant, Relief supervisor
04.2022 - Current
Counter assistant
10.2020 - 04.2022
waitress
07.2020 - 04.2022
BA (Hons) - Primary Education (QTS)
Marjon University
BTEC Level 3 - Health and Social Care
Truro College