Frances Elliott
Broadstone
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Assistant with strengths in creating inclusive learning environments. Develops engaging phonics lessons to enhance literacy skills and fosters emotional intelligence through targeted support. Collaborates effectively with students to boost confidence and improve academic performance. Compassionate Emotional Support Literacy Assistant skilled in recognising and managing students' emotional needs. Working with small group and one-on-one sessions to develop social skills, self-regulation, and self-esteem. Promotes a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages personal growth and peer relationships.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant / ELSA
Ocean Academy
Poole
09.2019 - Current
- Oversaw classroom preparation to create conducive learning environment.
Managed resource preparation and laminating processes to enhance teaching materials.
Led circle time sessions to foster community and engagement among students.
Developed and delivered phonics instruction three times a week to improve literacy skills.
Monitored student reading progress and provided support.
Collaborated with small groups to reinforce concepts in English and Maths lessons. - In the afternoons, I work as an Emotional Support Literacy Assistant, helping children to recognise their emotions, and to understand and manage their emotions effectively. I support children in small groups and on a 1:1 level in developing social skills, self-regulation, promoting self-esteem, friendship skills and helping them to build confidence and listening skills.
Montessori Teacher
Parkfield School
Bournemouth
09.2013 - 07.2019
Montessori Teacher
Willow Lodge Montessori Nursery
Poole
09.2007 - 07.2013
Rehabilitation Assistant
Alderney Hospital
Poole
09.2004 - 08.2006
Live in Nanny
Various employers
Londdon
01.2001 - 08.2004
Auxiliary Nurse
Breast and Bowel Cancer ward, Poole Hospital
Poole
05.1998 - 12.2000
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Montessori Diploma Course
Bournemouth Montessori Centre
Bournemouth 01-2006
Level 2 - Teaching Assistant Course
CACHE Level
01-2005
GNVQ - Health & Social Care
Queen Elizabeth's School
Wimborne 01-1997
GCSEs - GCSE
Queen Elizabeth's School
Wimborne 01-1996
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Literacy instruction
- Emotional support
Hobbies and interests
- I am married with two children aged 17 and 15 and live locally in Broadstone. I enjoy keeping fit in the gym, reading, holidays in Greece and spending time with family and friends.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant / ELSA
Ocean Academy
09.2019 - Current
Montessori Teacher
Parkfield School
09.2013 - 07.2019
Montessori Teacher
Willow Lodge Montessori Nursery
09.2007 - 07.2013
Rehabilitation Assistant
Alderney Hospital
09.2004 - 08.2006
Live in Nanny
Various employers
01.2001 - 08.2004
Auxiliary Nurse
Breast and Bowel Cancer ward, Poole Hospital
05.1998 - 12.2000
NVQ Level 4 - Montessori Diploma Course
Bournemouth Montessori Centre
Level 2 - Teaching Assistant Course
CACHE Level
GNVQ - Health & Social Care
Queen Elizabeth's School
GCSEs - GCSE
Queen Elizabeth's School