Jade Russell
Witham,Essex
Summary
l have extensive experience in special education, adept at managing a wide range of disabilities and understanding children's emotional and physical needs. This goes beyond my current job in a PNI school, I PA for children with special needs and my son also has special needs himself (ASD/ADHD). I am proficient in the use of communication devices and skilled in epilepsy awareness and management. I am known for a positive attitude, ambition for continuous learning, and a commitment to helping each child achieve. I believe I am able to connect with any child that I work with and will put in every effort I can to achieve their trust in me. I believe that I have something special to bring to the lives of any child that I am lucky enough to work with. I am currently in the process of relocating to Liverpool to live with my husband and I am excited for my next challenge and what it will bring.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Personal Assistant
Penderels
Chelmsford, Essex
2026.05 - Current
- I provide care to a child with PNI needs.
- I take him out on days out to encourage his independence and social skills
- I take care of his personal care needs and feeding.
- I am there to assist the family on day to day routines.
- As well as being a carer, I also am a friend to him and we go on amazing adventures together and enjoy singing, dancing, bowling and a range of activities.
Special needs teaching assistant
Southview School
Witham, Essex
2024.09 - Current
- I have experience using a wide range of communication devices that are personalised for each student's needs.
- I liase effectively with multidisciplinary teams including OT'S, Physios and speech and language therapists.
- I have strong knowledge of Makaton and using objects of reference to communicate with the children I work with
- Medical experience such as epilepsy training, enteral feeding training and anaphylatic training. I also currently give medicine orally and through gastrostomy tubes.
- I have assisted in teaching when there has been a need and I am able to work with children either 1:1 or in small groups, depending on what is needed.
- I adapt teaching methods to meet the student's varying needs and interests.
- I am experienced with personal care and using equipment such as hoists, walkers and standers.
Duty Manager/Store Manager
Chelmsford Star Coop
Chelmsford, Essex
2009.10 - 2024.07
- Reason for leaving-due to my personal experience with my own child and step-children with special needs, I wanted to pursue a career where I could help to support more children
- Day to day running of a convenience store, in charge of a small team of about 15-20 staff.
- Drafted detailed reports on daily operations, aiding senior management in decision-making process.
- Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing health and safety regulations strictly
- In charge of staff rotas and responsible for cash handling
- Oversaw stock checks and reordering, ensuring product availability at all times
- Delivered excellent customer service.
Education
GCSEs - Maths, English lit, English Language, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Drama, History, French, R.S
Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Chelmsford 2004.09 - 2009.07
Skills
- Special education knowledge
- Communication devices experience
- Epilepsy awareness and management
- Positive attitude and an ambition for learning more
- Experience with a wide range of disabilities
- The ability to work to understand any child's needs, emotional and physical
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Assistant
Penderels
2026.05 - Current
Special needs teaching assistant
Southview School
2024.09 - Current
Duty Manager/Store Manager
Chelmsford Star Coop
2009.10 - 2024.07
GCSEs - Maths, English lit, English Language, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Drama, History, French, R.S
Chelmsford County High School for Girls
2004.09 - 2009.07