Helena Wood
Leatherhead,Surrey
Summary
An extremely driven Teaching Assistant with 7 years' experience within a Primary School. A positive role model, who maintains a great relationship with both students and members of staff. A compassionate nature has always allowed effective behaviour management, leading to positive teaching outcomes. Always willing to take on new experiences and continue the rewarding work within education.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Learning support assistant
Leatherhead Trinity School
Leatherhead, Surrey
02.2016 - Current
- Facilitated the learning of children within small groups, across key stage one and two. This would include daily spelling and math's groups as well as phonics interventions.
- Responsible for a number of Year One RWI (Read Write Inc) literacy groups.
- Covered classes during teacher PPA time.
- Created positive, engaging learning environments to improve student experiences.
- Supported teachers in managing and defusing challenging student behaviour.
- Provided a safe and nurturing space for all children.
General assistant
Tesco Superstore
Leatherhead, Surrey
07.2006 - 01.2016
- Resolved customer complaints and answered queries about store products.
- Assisted with cashier close-down by counting drawer change and processing vouchers.
- Recommended products and services to customers based on requirements.
- Engaged with customers with a warm and friendly nature.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham 10.2008 - 06.2011
A-Levels - History, Psychology, English Literature
Therfield School
Leatherhead 09.2006 - 07.2008
GCSEs - 11 A*-C
Therfield School
Leatherhead 09.2001 - 07.2006
Skills
- Hardworking individual who is always willing to take on new challenges
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Kind and nurturing individual who will always put children's best interests first
- Highly organized with excellent time keeping
Timeline
Learning support assistant
Leatherhead Trinity School
02.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History
Royal Holloway, University of London
10.2008 - 06.2011
A-Levels - History, Psychology, English Literature
Therfield School
09.2006 - 07.2008
General assistant
Tesco Superstore
07.2006 - 01.2016
GCSEs - 11 A*-C
Therfield School
09.2001 - 07.2006
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