Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
Career Aspirations
Timeline
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Georgia Thornhill

London

Summary

Compassionate and motivated individual with experience supporting pupils with physical and learning disabilities in an SEN school environment. Skilled in empathetic communication, active listening and adapting approaches to meet individual needs; with a strong focus on promoting engagement, independence and well-being. Experienced in working collaboratively with staff and supporting inclusive environments. Reliable and organised, with strong interpersonal, teamwork and problem-solving skills; alongside a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work history

Volunteer

Action on Disability
Westfield Shopping Centre, Greater London

(Job Fair support)

  • Supported disabled people attending a job fair, helping them navigate the event and access employment opportunities.
  • Provided friendly and respectful assistance to attendees, helping them engage with employers and organisations.
  • Promoted accessibility and inclusion by helping attendees make the most of the employment resources available.

Learning support assistant

Oaklands School Group
Isleworth, Greater London
2025.10 - 2025.10

Completed a week of work experience during my year 13 school year at Oaklands School Group, a SEN school.

  • supported pupils with physical and/or learning disabilities during classroom activities and lessons.
  • provided one-to-one support to help pupils complete tasks and remain engaged in learning.
  • monitored pupils' wellbeing, behaviour and participation, responding appropriately to individual needs.
  • assisted pupils transitioning safely between classrooms and different areas of the school.
  • adapted my approach to meet pupils' different learning, communication and behavioural needs.
  • Fostered independence in pupils by guiding them through tasks while providing support as needed.
  • worked alongside teachers and staff to maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Volunteer

Food Box charity
Brentford, Greater London
2017.11 - 2018.01
  • Collaborated with team to prepare and organise food supplies for those in need, facilitating access to vital nutrition.
  • Packaged food parcels for individuals and families in need, ensuring timely delivery of essential supplies.
  • Supported administration to organise and distribute resources efficiently, enhancing operational effectiveness.

Education

GCSEs -

The Green School for Girls
Isleworth, Hounslow
09/2019 - 06/2024

A-Levels -

The Green School Trust
Isleworth, Hounslow
09/2024 - 06/2026

Skills

  • Experience Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs - Developed personal experience supporting family members with additional needs, including Autism and ADHD, adapting communication and approaches to individual needs and circumstances
  • Empathetic Communication & Active Listening - From February to May 2025, provided consistent emotional and practical support to an individual who sought my guidance while experiencing depression, using active listening, empathy and adaptable communication to understand and respond to their individual needs
  • Accessibility advocacy
  • Teamwork & Collaboration - Worked effectively as part of a team during my Young Tycoons business project and alongside teachers and staff at an SEN school
  • Organisation & Time Management - Managed academic commitments, an EPQ and responsibilities within a team-based business project
  • Problem-Solving & Initiative - Took initiative when supporting pupils and contributed to practical decisions involving product development, sales and budgeting within the Young Tycoons project
  • Critical Thinking & Analysis - Developed through A Level Psychology, Sociology and Religious Studies, as well as completing an independent EPQ
  • Customer Service - Gained experience interacting with customers through selling handmade jewellery as part of a business project
  • Spanish - basic/elementary proficiency (self-taught)

Affiliations

  • travelling
  • art - painting & sketching
  • reading
  • tennis

References

References available upon request.

Career Aspirations

Currently undertaking a gap year and seeking opportunities to gain relevant practical experience in psychology and mental health. I have a strong interest in pursuing a career as a clinical psychologist and am particularly interested in developing my understanding of psychological wellbeing and evidence-based approaches to supporting people with diverse needs.

Timeline

Learning support assistant

Oaklands School Group
2025.10 - 2025.10

Volunteer

Food Box charity
2017.11 - 2018.01

A-Levels -

The Green School Trust
09/2024 - 06/2026

GCSEs -

The Green School for Girls
09/2019 - 06/2024

Volunteer

Action on Disability
Georgia Thornhill