Joseph Marfo
Masters' Student
Northampton,NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Summary
Dedicated Psychology graduate and current MA student in Special Educational Needs and Inclusion with strong experience supporting vulnerable young people. I am deeply committed to a learning-centered approach to care, where I use my psychological background to understand the why behind challenging behaviours. I am eager to join teams and organizations to grow my skills in trauma-informed practice and contribute to a nurturing home environment that prioritizes Healing Relationships and Love in Action.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
MA STUDENT & INCLUSION PRACTITIONER
University of Northampton
Northampton, Northamptonshire
2026.01 - Current
- Autism Specialism (SENMO27): Critically evaluating therapeutic and educational interventions to ensure support is evidence-based and theoretically sound.
- Research Application: Applying the latest research on sensory integration and communication supports to help neurodivergent youth thrive.
- Evidence-Based Support: Developing skills to evaluate and tailor interventions to meet each young person’s unique needs.
- Behavioral Analysis: Using the "Assess, Plan, Do, Review" framework to identify the "why" behind behaviors for effective, person-centered support.
- UK Compliance: Building a strong working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and Safeguarding standards for safe residential care.
GOVERNMENT TEACHER & FORM MASTER
Osei Kyeretwie Senior High School
Kumasi, Ashanti Region
2024.09 - 2026.02
- Served as a key member of the guidance and counseling team, providing 1:1 emotional support for students facing complex social and emotional hurdles.
- Focused on building Healing Relationships with learners, serving as a stable, empathetic point of contact to help them regulate their emotions and stay engaged in their development.
- Collaborated with parents and external support services as Form Master to create holistic care plans, ensuring that every student's "Individuality" was recognized and supported.
MATHEMATICS TEACHER & STUDENT MENTOR
Konongo Odumase Senior High
Konongo, Ashanti
2018.11 - 2024.08
- Managed 50+ students' classroom environments by staying grounded and using de-escalation techniques to maintain a "Safety-first" atmosphere for all students.
- Identified at-risk students early and provided "Love in Action" through consistent mentoring, helping them build the resilience needed to overcome personal and academic setbacks.
- Maintained meticulous records of student progress and behavioral incidents, ensuring clear documentation was available for multidisciplinary reviews.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Educational Needs and Inclusion
University of Northampton
Northampton 2026.01 -
Diploma of Higher Education - Education
University of Education
Winneba 2019.09 - 2020.08
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Ghana, Legon
Accra, Ghana 2009.09 - 2013.05
Skills
- Therapeutic Engagement: Committed to building Healing Relationships and staying emotionally attuned to provide a safe, predictable environment for young people
- Behavioral Support: Used empathetic de-escalation techniques and a trauma-informed lens to understand and respond to challenging behaviors as a form of communication
- Evidence-Based Practice: Apply MA-level research (SENMO27) to adopt specialized, person-centered approaches for individuals on the autism spectrum
- Team Collaboration: Proactive team player, eager to learn from colleagues and contribute to the positive culture of a newly developing founding team
- Professional Reporting: Focused on accurate, reflective documentation to ensure all observations contribute meaningfully to a child's care plan and Ofsted standards
COMPLIANCE & DOCUMENTS
- Right to Work: I hold a Student Visa and I am fully compliant with the 20-hour weekly limit during term time.
- Vacation Availability: I am legally permitted to work full-time hours (40+) during University vacations.
- DBS: My Enhanced Disclosure Application is currently in progress; my original Ghana Police Clearance is available for immediate inspection.
- Share Code: My UKVI Share Code is ready for immediate verification.
Certification
- Safeguarding and Prevent Certficate, (Aspire People-March 2026)
- First Aid: A Comprehensive Guide to Saving Lives ( Alison, CPD- March 2026)
- Supporting Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities & Mental Illness (Alison, CPD, 2024)
- Licensed Teacher – National Teaching Council (2022)
- Managing Learners with Specific Learning Disabilities (TPack, 2022)
- Digital Literacy & Instructional Design (TPack, 2022)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MA STUDENT & INCLUSION PRACTITIONER
University of Northampton
2026.01 - Current
Master of Arts - Special Educational Needs and Inclusion
University of Northampton
2026.01 -
GOVERNMENT TEACHER & FORM MASTER
Osei Kyeretwie Senior High School
2024.09 - 2026.02
Diploma of Higher Education - Education
University of Education
2019.09 - 2020.08
MATHEMATICS TEACHER & STUDENT MENTOR
Konongo Odumase Senior High
2018.11 - 2024.08
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Ghana, Legon
2009.09 - 2013.05