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Jodie Potter

Swindon ,Wiltshire

Summary

Responsible professional with experience in special education. Trained to deal with deaf and hard of hearing, physical and health impairments and disabled individuals. Open for growth and willingness to contribute ideas to assist and collaborate other professionals to support adults who may have physical disability, a learning disability, autism etc.

Committed professional in special educational needs, delivering support and assistance to foster learning. Achievements include fostering inclusive learning environment, ensuring each student's unique needs are met. Skills encompass patience, empathy and adaptability, facilitating development of students' academic and social skills.

Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teaching assistant in special educational needs

Mary Hare School
Newbury, West Berkshire
06.2021 - Current
  • Facilitated communication between students, parents and staff to ensure understanding of progress and goals.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members such as speech therapists or psychologists for holistic child development.
  • Participated in professional development training sessions to stay informed about the latest in special education teaching strategies.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of each pupil's progress, attendance, medical information and behavioural patterns.
  • Offered emotional support during challenging situations whilst respecting student's personal space and emotions.
  • Collaborated with special education teachers for better lesson planning and execution.
  • Assisted in managing classroom behaviour by implementing effective discipline strategies tailored to individual needs.
  • Ensured adherence to school policies regarding safety standards when dealing with special needs children.

Residential care worker

Mary Hare School
Newbury , Wiltshire
01.2023 - 04.2025
  • Assisted with medication administration, improving overall health management.
  • Facilitated recreational activities for enhanced emotional well-being.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements, maintaining optimal health levels for each resident.
  • Encouraged social interactions amongst residents for an improved community environment.
  • Physically assisted residents around the facility with mobility issues promoting independence where possible.
  • Regularly updated records, ensuring accurate documentation regarding each resident's condition and progress.
  • Helped individuals manage personal hygiene tasks; this led to better self-esteem among residents.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of residential childcare policy, practice and legislation to support compliance.
  • Created social and educational opportunities to help children build life skills and develop personal interests.
  • Supported school-aged children in academic and extracurricular activities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education and Lifelong Learning

Oxford Brookes University
Swindon
09.2016 - 06.2018

Foundation Degree in Arts - Educational Practice

Oxford Brookes University
Swindon
09.2015 - 06.2016

Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care

Mary Hare School
Newbury, West Berkshire
09.2013 - 06.2015

Certificate of Higher Education - Keeping Children Safe at School

Mary Hare School
Newbury, West Berkshire
09.2013 - 06.2015

GCSEs - Mathematics

Mary Hare School
Newbury, West Berkshire
09.2013 - 06.2015

GCSEs - English Literature and Language

Mary Hare School
Newbury, West Berkshire
09.2013 - 06.2014

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Safeguarding vulnerable adults
  • Disability awareness
  • Empathetic communication
  • Safeguarding protocols
  • Disability support planning
  • Time efficiency
  • Record keeping accuracy
  • Communication skills

Languages

British Sign Language
Fluent

Timeline

Residential care worker

Mary Hare School
01.2023 - 04.2025

Teaching assistant in special educational needs

Mary Hare School
06.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Education and Lifelong Learning

Oxford Brookes University
09.2016 - 06.2018

Foundation Degree in Arts - Educational Practice

Oxford Brookes University
09.2015 - 06.2016

Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care

Mary Hare School
09.2013 - 06.2015

Certificate of Higher Education - Keeping Children Safe at School

Mary Hare School
09.2013 - 06.2015

GCSEs - Mathematics

Mary Hare School
09.2013 - 06.2015

GCSEs - English Literature and Language

Mary Hare School
09.2013 - 06.2014
Jodie Potter