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Jane Banner

Cheshunt,Hertfordshire

Summary

A dedicated and organised professional with over 11 years of experience as a Girl Guide Leader, adept at planning and delivering inclusive activities for diverse age groups, including those with SEND needs. Demonstrates strong computer skills and a commitment to continuous learning in technology. Holds safeguarding and First Aid qualifications, along with Makaton training, underscoring a commitment to safety and effective communication. As District Commissioner, oversees seven units and volunteers, showcasing leadership and strategic planning abilities. Career goals include further enhancing skills in educational technology to improve learner experiences.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Learning Support Assistant

Harlow Fields School and College
Harlow, Essex
03.2020 - Current

isthsI have worked across the Upper school and sixth form, spending the last two years in sixth form. I have assisted learners in all areas of the curriculum and have regularly covered teachers' absences by planning and delivering lessons, most recently a 2 week paternity leave cover. I am a First Aider.


I particularly like being in sixth form and enjoy the varied curriculum and life skills aspect.

Scheduler

NDS Metering
Nazeing, Essex
04.2012 - 03.2020

I scheduled gas meter exchanges for companies and individuals. I managed projects to exchange multiple meters in a location to minimize disruption to a business. I was responsible for planning routes for engineers and ensuring all paperwork was in place to ensure access to sites, suitable parking arrangements and identity checks in sensitive sites.

Food Taste Analysist

Tesco
Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
04.2008 - 08.2012

I worked within a team of 12 tasting and analysing new ranges before then were approved for stores. I took part in discussions on taste, appearance, aroma, texture and packing of new ranges


Bringing up family

None
Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
10.1992 - 04.2008

During my time raising my family, I took over and ran a Toddler Group on a voluntary basis and was also employed as a Key Worker at my sons' playgroup

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Private Secretary's Certificate and shorthand up to 100 wpm

Ware College
Ware
09.1978 - 06.1981

GCSEs - English Language (C), English Literature (C), Maths (C), French (C), Science (C), Geography (C)

The Broxbourne School
Broxbourne, Hertfordshire

Skills

I am a patient, caring person and am able to relate to learners ensuring that I can enhance their experience


I have computer skills to enable me to carry out most tasks and am very keen to learn in this field


I am organised in my work ethic and can prioritise and 'change direction' when needed,


I have been a Girl Guide Leader for 11 years and volunteer within two units, one of which is for girls across all sections with a SEND need I help plan and deliver activities that can be accessed by all members from age 4 to 25 I also run a Rainbow Guide Unit and have taken on the role of District Commissioner which involves overseeing 7 units and all our volunteers, I have planned and taken part in residential trips Through Girlguiding I have safeguarding qualifications, a First Aid qualification and have undertaken a Makaton course

Timeline

Learning Support Assistant

Harlow Fields School and College
03.2020 - Current

Scheduler

NDS Metering
04.2012 - 03.2020

Food Taste Analysist

Tesco
04.2008 - 08.2012

Bringing up family

None
10.1992 - 04.2008

Diploma of Higher Education - Private Secretary's Certificate and shorthand up to 100 wpm

Ware College
09.1978 - 06.1981

GCSEs - English Language (C), English Literature (C), Maths (C), French (C), Science (C), Geography (C)

The Broxbourne School
Jane Banner