Kerry Wooders
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
I am empathetic and hard working, with around 20 years working with individuals, including those with special educational needs.
I feel I have a calm, caring, consistent approach and have used this throughout my time working alongside students with challenging behaviour. Being a good listener is one of my strengths. I have stayed in education due to a strong desire to offer support and guidance to individuals with the aim of improving their experience and outcomes so that they felt supported and empowered to succeed.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching assistant in secondary schools
Hampshire County Council
Southamptom, Hampshire
03.2022 - Current
- Promoted inclusive learning by adapting teaching methods to cater for varied needs.
- Facilitated student participation in group activities to cultivate social skills.
- Liaised between staff , parents and pupils, reinforcing open communication channels.
- Provided one-on-one support to neurodivergent students, enhancing their understanding of processes.
- Supported students with special educational needs, ensuring equal access to education.
- Encouraged proactive behaviour through constructive feedback and guidance.
- Communicated positively and professionally with all staff, parents and pupils.
- Adapted and created positive, engaging learning environments to improve student experiences, when needed.
- Observed during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
- Reported safeguarding concerns as appropriate and inline with procedures.
Learning support assistant at a Primary School
Hampshire County Council
Southampton, Hampshire
09.2008 - 03.2022
- Improved student engagement by providing one-on-one support and guidance as well as small group work.
- Monitored pupil progress closely, providing timely feedback to teachers and parents.
- Written feedback on students work.
- Liaised with parents and carers without supervision.
- Encouraged positive social interactions between children at all times.
- Recorded any safeguarding concerns promptly and appropriately.
Learning Support 1-1 Special needs Year R child
Hampshire County Council
Southampton, Hampshire
12.2007 - 09.2008
- Worked 1-1 with a special needs child in Year R. Supported and encouraged strong relationships with other children, reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Assisted in delivering the teacher’s lessons by adapting the learning to suit the needs of the child.
Pre-School Assistant
Hampshire County Council
Southampton, Hampshire
04.2006 - 12.2007
- Monitored student progress with regular assessments of their work.
- Attended professional development training, updated teaching techniques applied thereafter.
- Guaranteed safety and wellbeing of children.
- Improved social-emotional skill building by promoting interaction and social sharing.
- Created an inclusive learning environment by responding to needs of children with a variety of special needs.
Hairdresser-Self Employed
Self Emplyed
Southampton, Hampshire
05.1996 - 02.1999
- Worked self employed as a mobile hairdresser managing my bookings via telephone appointments and keeping records of takings for tax purposes.
- Met with and built good relationships with a variety of people.
Education
GCSE's - Maths
Wildern School
Southampton06.1989
City And Guilds NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing
Raymond Art De Coiffure
Southampton07.1991
CACHE NVQ Level 2 - Childcare Learning And Development
Eastleigh College
Southampton07.2007
Global Medical Training 1 Day Emergency First Aid At Work Course - 1 Day Emergency First Aid At Work
Wildern School
Southampton09.2022
External Trainer From Agency/Charity - Autism Training
Wildern School
Southampton06.2024
Home Office- PREVENT Training - Prevention of Terrorism
Wildern School
Southampton09.2024
Health And Safety in House Training - Health And Safety in The Workplace
Wildern School
Southampton09.2024
In House GDPR Online Training - E Safety GDPR Training
Wildern School
Southampton09.2024
External Trainee Educational Psychologist - ACES, Trauma And Communication Skills
Wildern School
Southampton11.2024
Skills
- Working with students from age 4 to age 16 with Special Educational needs- including Autism and ADHD
- Understanding of EHCP’s and SEN provision
- Ability to adapt as necessary and be flexible in my approach
- Regular and accurate recording of notes for feedback
- Experience in reporting Safeguarding concerns along with the importance of confidentiality and GDPR
- Understanding and following codes of conduct in relation to working with individuals
- IT skills- use of Google Documents, Slides and Forms Knowledge of Microsoft Office and TEAMS in relation to meetings
Timeline
Teaching assistant in secondary schools
Hampshire County Council
03.2022 - Current
Learning support assistant at a Primary School
Hampshire County Council
09.2008 - 03.2022
Learning Support 1-1 Special needs Year R child
Hampshire County Council
12.2007 - 09.2008
Pre-School Assistant
Hampshire County Council
04.2006 - 12.2007
Hairdresser-Self Employed
Self Emplyed
05.1996 - 02.1999
City And Guilds NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing
Raymond Art De Coiffure
CACHE NVQ Level 2 - Childcare Learning And Development
Eastleigh College
Global Medical Training 1 Day Emergency First Aid At Work Course - 1 Day Emergency First Aid At Work
Wildern School
External Trainer From Agency/Charity - Autism Training
Wildern School
Home Office- PREVENT Training - Prevention of Terrorism
Wildern School
Health And Safety in House Training - Health And Safety in The Workplace
Wildern School
In House GDPR Online Training - E Safety GDPR Training
Wildern School
External Trainee Educational Psychologist - ACES, Trauma And Communication Skills
Wildern School
GCSE's - Maths
Wildern School
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