Frances Cooper
Maidstone,Kent
Summary
I feel extremely privileged to be a Teaching Assistant. I am currently completing my Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship at St Simon Stock Catholic School. My eventual goal is to become a primary school teacher. My apprenticeship finishes in December this year and I am looking for a teaching assistant position to start in January 2024. I love what I do and I want to progress more in the educational world.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching Assistant
St Simon Stock Catholic School
03.2022 - Current
- My current position means I provide 1-1 or group support to students with special educational needs or English as an additional language . I have developed positive relationships with all of my students, I help them read, write and look after them day to day in the school setting. I create activities and revision tasks, provide emotional support and part take in invigilating for exams. Protecting the happiness of students has always been a key motivator and priority in my teaching assistant role. I commit to creating a safe and healthy environment with a foundation and balance of respect for all students and expand this to the whole school community provide a welcoming and healthy environment where students feel comfortable to explore their potential to succeed. I also support teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
Dog Walker
Fran's Friends
Maidstone, Kent
09.2020 - 02.2022
- I ran my own dog walking and sitting business. During this time I delivered punctual and respectable services. I always treated all the dogs with kindness and care, providing regular updates to owners for continued trust. I also ensured safety and security of dogs when transporting them to and from walking areas.
Support Worker
Enabling Care for you
Maidstone, Kent
07.2020 - 09.2020
- I traveled around with my care partner where we gave care and support for those in supported living. I assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene. I changed continence pads, used hoists, changed catheters and stoma bags and prepared food. I tracked and documented all the clients behaviours, engagement and notable incidents. I also built strong patient relationships through compassionate care.
Sales Assistant
Trespass
Dorchester, Dorset
01.2020 - 03.2020
- My role included serving customers, answering any questions and making sure the stock room was tidy at all times. I promoted sales and special offers whilst also replenishing the floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
Education
St Simon Stock Catholic School
09.2022 - /2023
Hadlow College
04.2001 -
Valley Park School
2016
Skills
- SEN proficiency
- Academic support
- Marking assignments
- Student and parent relationships
- Motivational strategies
- Creative
- Good time management
- Behaviour Management
- Empathetic
- Quick thinker
- Self-confident
- Relationship building
Timeline
St Simon Stock Catholic School
09.2022 - /2023
Teaching Assistant
St Simon Stock Catholic School
03.2022 - Current
Dog Walker
Fran's Friends
09.2020 - 02.2022
Support Worker
Enabling Care for you
07.2020 - 09.2020
Sales Assistant
Trespass
01.2020 - 03.2020
Hadlow College
04.2001 -
Valley Park School