Kira Burroughs
University Student
London
Summary
Energetic individual driven to support children in learning and recreational activities. Attentive to behavioural cues and versed in creating safe and welcoming spaces for exploration and play.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Playworker
The Purple Penguin Club
London
2019.07 - 2023.02
- Specialised in providing respite for Special Educational Needs (SEN), disabled and neurodiverse children
- Provided feedback to parents on progress or concerns regarding child behaviour.
- Dealt with injuries and emergencies promptly and efficiently.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Qualification with Automatic Defibrillator (AED) Training
- Allergy, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Awareness Qualification
- Created and maintained safe, creative and stimulating environment for children's play.
- Looked after upset or unwell children, providing emotional support.
- Kept confidential all matters related to children, staff members and management or operational issues.
- Gave direct instructions to manage behaviour, maintaining positive learning environments.
- Used wide range of resources suitable for children's ages, interests and abilities.
- Conducted non-verbal, verbal and written forms of communication depending on child requirements.
- Confidently communicated with colleagues and children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Anatomy, Developmental and Human Biology
King's College London
London 2023.09 -
MBBS - Medicine
Bart's and the London
London 2020.09 -
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics
The Sydney Russell School
London 2018.09 - 2020.08
GCSEs -
The Sydney Russell School
London 2013.09 - 2018.08
Skills
- Behaviour redirection
- Enrichment activities
- Parent communication
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Play-based learning
- Emotional and social development support
Languages
English
Native
Work availability
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Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Anatomy, Developmental and Human Biology
King's College London
2023.09 -
MBBS - Medicine
Bart's and the London
2020.09 -
Playworker
The Purple Penguin Club
2019.07 - 2023.02
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics
The Sydney Russell School
2018.09 - 2020.08
GCSEs -
The Sydney Russell School
2013.09 - 2018.08