Kirsty Blythe

HLTA -

I have worked at Fairford Primary school for over 6 years since graduating from university. I have held various roles within the school which are; worked as a 1:1, class TA and HLTA within. I have been part that of the team that has successfully gained an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, also achieved the ranking of 2nd place in Gloucestershire and 9th in the whole of the South West of England Primary schools. I feel honoured and privileged to work in such a highly ranked school.

Responsibilities.

• Providing seamless cover as Class Teacher in absence of the class teacher, including planning, marking and all daily tasks to continue with the expected standards.
• Strengthen class management techniques to raise behaviour, whilst improving focus and engagement when teaching or supporting the class.
• Develop and nurture excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
• Continuously collaborating with colleagues to ensure classroom polices, strategies and discipline methods are adhered to.
• Staying abreast of the changes to school policies and educational trends by attending professional development courses. This includes; Phonics

Safeguarding

First Aid

Diabetes Training

Trauma Informed schools

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Mental Health in Children

Mindfulness - Personal

Mindfulness - teach to 7-11 Year old children

• Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual mentoring. Understanding the child's situation and building a positive supported learning environment, following the school ethos, for every child to achieve their full potential.
• Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
• Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.
• Organised and distributed learning materials, ensuring students received relevant homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
• Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring as well as planning subjects that I cover each week.
• Performed administrative activities such as taking attendance, marking assignments and maintaining student records.

• Teach groups and/or support individuals within the classroom setting.
• Read planning sheets and prepare resources required for the lesson.
• Support the class teacher to promote a healthy, positive learning experience for all children.
• Greet children upon arrival and departure.
• Listen to children reading and change books regularly to ensure continued improve of reading.
• Help children to achieve their very best.
• Keep up to date and follow all safe guarding procedures.

• Managed pupil behaviour to cultivate focused and productive classes.
• Monitored children in spaces between classes, keeping disruptions to minimum.
• Offered support to special needs students, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.
• Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
• Observed pupils closely in classroom environment to foster engagement.
• Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects.