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Kate Johnson

Kidlington,Oxfordshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with experience in nurture and safeguarding, demonstrating exceptional communication skills, including building and maintaining strong pupil and family relationships. Deep understanding of behaviour, with a good knowledge of ADHD, ASC, PDA and ODD. Both, self-motivated, and a strong team player who can remain calm under pressure. Committed to nurturing emotional and social development and applying problem-solving skills to support children effectively. Every child deserves the opportunities for a bright future.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Teaching assistant

Edward Feild Primary School
Kidlington, Oxfordshire
2026.04 - Current
  • Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
  • Participated in parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and potential improvements.
  • Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
  • Liaised between teachers and parents, maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Supervised students in classrooms, halls, playgrounds and school trips providing safe, supportive environments.
  • Provide additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.

Care giver

Career
Kidlington, Oxfordshire
2023.07 - 2026.04

My daughter was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma cancer in July 2023, I became her full time career. Sadly, after a 2 year fight, Jessica passed away July 2026. I took some time off to be with my son.

ELSA

Edward Feild Primary School
Kidlington, Oxfordshire
2018.01 - 2023.07

Emotional Learning Support Assistant

  • Improved student engagement by providing one-on-one support and guidance.
  • Provided (de-escalating) behavioural strategies.
  • Supported children with special educational needs, promoting inclusivity within the school environment.
  • Monitored pupils progression closely, providing feedback to teachers, parents and recording when necessary.
  • Developed tailored learning plans for individualised students emotional progression.
  • Facilitated group activities to enhance social skills.

Nursery practitioner

Magpies
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2017.01 - 2020.01
  • Planned educational activities to stimulate and help the children reach their milestones.
  • Prepared daily activity schedules that promoted fun-filled learning experiences for children.
  • Made positive relationships with parents and carers; kept them informed about their child's achievements and areas for improvement, or concern.
  • Promoted inclusivity within the classroom using diverse teaching materials and practices.

Groom

Tom Graham
Twyford, Buckinghamshire
2012.09 - 2017.01
  • Welcomed the owners and clients.
  • Provided optimal care for horses, leading to enhanced wellbeing.
  • Demonstrated commitment towards animal welfare-received commendations from superiors.
  • Strengthened horse performance with regular exercise.
  • Promoted horse safety by regularly checking and maintaining equipment.
  • Assisted with veterinary visits, facilitated smooth operations during examinations and treatments.

Education

GCSEs - English

Gosford Hill School
Kidlington, Oxfordshire
1992.09 - 1997.07

NVQ Level 3 - Beauty therapy Level 2 & 3

Mid-Warwickshire College
Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
1997.09 - 2000.07

NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

Mid-Warkishire College
Kidlington, Oxfordshire
1997.09 - 2000.07

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Communication skills
  • Understanding behaviour
  • Problem-solving
  • Making strong child/family Relations
  • Child protection knowledge
  • SEN knowledge of ADHD, ASC, PDA, ODD
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Safeguarding
  • Emotional and nurture experience
  • Patience and tolerance
  • Child protection awareness
  • Self motivated and a strong team player
  • Progress monitoring

Certification

Safeguarding Level 3 - June 2026

Abuse and neglect CPD - June 2026

Attendance CPD - July 2026

SEN Autism, ADHD, & Dyslexia CPD

Team Teach 2023

Timeline

Teaching assistant

Edward Feild Primary School
2026.04 - Current

Care giver

Career
2023.07 - 2026.04

ELSA

Edward Feild Primary School
2018.01 - 2023.07

Nursery practitioner

Magpies
2017.01 - 2020.01

Groom

Tom Graham
2012.09 - 2017.01

NVQ Level 3 - Beauty therapy Level 2 & 3

Mid-Warwickshire College
1997.09 - 2000.07

NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

Mid-Warkishire College
1997.09 - 2000.07

GCSEs - English

Gosford Hill School
1992.09 - 1997.07
Kate Johnson