Flora Vales
Southampton, Hampshire,Hampshire
Summary
Post graduate certificate student in low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy student at Reading University.
Experienced in supporting primary and secondary level classrooms serving students with different learning styles. Dedicated to building relationships and aiding students whenever needed. Worked at a secondary school as a teaching assistant, supporting pupils between the ages of 11-16. BSC Honours Psychology graduate with Post Graduate certificate experience in low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy. Collectively have 8 years experience working in classroom environments and one year working and studying as a psychological wellbeing practitioner. Passionate about improving mental well-being and empowerment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Wellbeing Volunteer
Solent Mind
Winchester, Hampshire
2025.11 - Current
- Wellbeing volunteer for mental health charity, Solent Mind, Winchester.
- Support weekly Art group for clients struggling with mental health conditions.
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Trainee
North Hampshire Urgent Care NHS Talking Therapies
Farnborough, Hampshire
2024.02 - 2025.01
- Supported clients with mild to moderate depression and various anxiety disorders through low intensity CBT interventions
- Assisted healthcare teams in evaluating patient conditions for suitable interventions.
- Supported health programmes aimed at enhancing wellness and preventing diseases.
- Helped improve patient care delivery processes within healthcare settings.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Completed regular supervision as required by job role.
- Maintained continuous professional development through regular self reflection.
- Built positive rapport with clients and other healthcare professionals to support continuum of care
Teaching Assistant
St. George Catholic VA College
Southampton
2021.09 - 2026.03
- Supporting students' academic, social and emotional development, both one-to-one and in a group setting
- Built strong, positive and long-lasting relationships with students, especially those with added needs.
- Leading a well-being group for pupils dealing with exam stress (mainly 15-16 year olds).
- Empathetic, understanding and open to all students' needs, often offering emotional support.
- Continually served as a helpful and enthusiastic assistant with a proven track record of doing work in a timely and professional manner.
Social Care Worker
Choice Care Group
Southampton
2019.01 - 2021.05
- Collaborated with the health care team to establish and manage patient care.
- Supervised individuals with complex mental health conditions in both a mental health care home setting and in the community.
- Ensured that personal care + hygiene was maintained.
- Supervised managed outings for the patients.
Radiotherapy Assistant
Southampton General Hospital
Southampton
2015.01 - 2016.07
- Supported cancer patients (largely in emotional needs) in their radiotherapy treatment.
- Liaised with other health care professionals in the day to day running of the department.
- Maintained a hygienic environment, for example disinfection of equipment for treatment along with stocking of PPE.
- Often a first point of contact for patients.
Teaching Assistant
St. Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Southampton
2006.04 - 2011.02
- Supported young students in a primary school setting, mainly working with ages 4-11.
- Helped with literacy and numeracy activities.
- Assisted on numerous off-site school trips.
- One-to-one reading with all students.
Education
BSC Honours - Psychology
Southampton Solent University
Southampton 2017.09 - 2020.06
Foundation degree - working with children
University of Southampton
Southampton 2007.01 - 2008.06
NVQ Level 2 - Childcare + Education(CACHE)
City College Southampton
Southampton 2004.09 - 2005.06
Higher secondary education - Psychology, Sociology, English language, Economics, History
Carmel College of Arts and Science
Goa, India 1989.06 - 1991.04
Secondary education - undefined
St Rita's High School
Goa, India 1983.06 - 1989.03
Skills
- Empathetic, compassionate, respectful with
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Flexible and adaptable
- Curiosity for learning
- Excellent work ethic
- Positivity and empowerment
- Health and Safety Compliant
- Computer literate
- Creativity in Arts and Designs
- Emotionally intelligent
- Trained in safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
LANGUAGES
English
Konkani
HOBBIES
Swimming, painting, gardening, reading, flower arranging, sewing, cooking
Affiliations
- Hobbies include swimming, gardening, flower arranging and painting abstract acrylic paintings on canvas
Accomplishments
Awarded at Reading University for Driving Diversity
Timeline
Wellbeing Volunteer
Solent Mind
2025.11 - Current
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Trainee
North Hampshire Urgent Care NHS Talking Therapies
2024.02 - 2025.01
Teaching Assistant
St. George Catholic VA College
2021.09 - 2026.03
Social Care Worker
Choice Care Group
2019.01 - 2021.05
BSC Honours - Psychology
Southampton Solent University
2017.09 - 2020.06
Radiotherapy Assistant
Southampton General Hospital
2015.01 - 2016.07
Foundation degree - working with children
University of Southampton
2007.01 - 2008.06
Teaching Assistant
St. Patrick's Catholic Primary School
2006.04 - 2011.02
NVQ Level 2 - Childcare + Education(CACHE)
City College Southampton
2004.09 - 2005.06
Higher secondary education - Psychology, Sociology, English language, Economics, History
Carmel College of Arts and Science
1989.06 - 1991.04
Secondary education - undefined
St Rita's High School
1983.06 - 1989.03