Lana Swarna
London,,United Kingdom
Summary
Psychology postgraduate and former competitive athlete with experience in specialist education and student support. As a Teaching and Learning Practitioner, I have supported students with special educational needs across classroom settings, delivering tailored academic and behavioural support while promoting independence, confidence, and emotional resilience. I work closely with multidisciplinary teams to implement and review individual learning plans, monitor progress, and ensure structured, consistent support.
My background in competitive sport continues to shape my professional approach. Sport has taught me discipline, adaptability, teamwork, and the importance of mindset — principles I apply in both educational and professional environments. I strongly value kindness and understanding, and I approach every individual through a biopsychosocial lens, recognising that biological, psychological, and social experiences together shape performance, behaviour, and development.
Organised, empathetic, and solutions-focused, I am motivated by roles where I can combine structure with meaningful human impact — whether in education, sport, wellbeing, or people-centred environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Teaching and Learning Assistant
Ashcroft Technology Academy
London
2026.01 - 2026.02
- Facilitated significant improvements in student independence and confidence through tailored support strategies.
- Achieved consistent reinforcement of therapeutic interventions in classroom settings, ensuring holistic development for students.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress against individual targets, enhancing planning and enabling achievement of learning goals.
Lead Teaching and Learning Practitioner
BeyondAutism
London, ENG
2025.03 - 2025.12
- Collaborated with class behaviour analyst to prepare tailored learning resources and review individual education plans, enhancing student engagement.
- Guided and assisted staff in implementing individualized education plans, ensuring effective support for students throughout school day.
- Supported child with autism in achieving academic and developmental targets, fostering positive and inclusive school experience.
Content Writer
Freelance
, India
2021.01 - 2024.12
- ArtBuzz
- Future Insight Magazine
- Writers4You
- Fame Tech Solutions
- Academy Dental
- Hexaware
Sales Associate
InspirED
Chennai, India
2023.06 - 2023.09
- Promoted educational travel programmes that connected students with universities in Singapore, enhancing academic and industry exposure.
- Supported student recruitment through marketing campaigns and outreach initiatives, developing partnerships with educational institutions.
Sports Intern
Samiksha
Mumbai, India
2022.09 - 2022.10
- Developed expertise in sports psychology through application of psychological principles to various sports, providing consultation and counselling services to athletes and sports teams.
- Completed Samiksha Certificate in Sports and Performance Psychology, enhancing knowledge of psychological principles in sports.
Student Ambassador
Krea University
Sri City, India
2021.06 - 2022.05
- Facilitated icebreaking sessions during online admissions to enhance student engagement
- Conducted student interviews and developed written and social media content to showcase their experiences
Mental Health Intern
Havoc Therapy
Hyderabad, India
2022.02 - 2022.04
- Completed psychology internship programme at Havoc Therapy Private Limited under guidance of qualified psychologists and professionals.
- Supported development of competencies in mental health care through hands-on experience.
- Facilitated understanding of psychopathology to improve awareness of mental health issues.
Mental Health Intern
Schizophrenia Research Foundation SCARF
Chennai, India
2021.06 - 2021.07
- Developed website, conducted mental health research, and raised awareness of gender and sexuality issues in Youth Mental Health Program.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology of Sport and Exercise
Loughborough University
Loughborough 2023.09 - 2024.09
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Business Studies
Krea University
Sri City, India 2020.08 - 2023.05
Skills
- IEP implementation
- Autism support
- Inclusive and adaptive teaching practices
- Behaviour support
- Educational support strategies
- Classroom organisation and resource preparation
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Coaching and mentoring experience
- Leadership collaboration
- Adaptable approach
AWARDS
- U/17 and U/19 Zone Level – Doubles Winners
- U/19 District Level – Doubles Winners
- U/19 Divisional Competitions - Doubles Winners
- U/19 State Level – Doubles Quarters
- Dedication Award for Church Park Debate Club – 2014-2018
- Best Effort in Grade 12 - 2017-2018
Certification
- Autism Awareness
- Behaviour Management in Schools
- Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025
- Prevent Training
- Safeguarding
- Teaching Assistant for Schools
Timeline
Teaching and Learning Assistant
Ashcroft Technology Academy
2026.01 - 2026.02
Lead Teaching and Learning Practitioner
BeyondAutism
2025.03 - 2025.12
Master of Science - Psychology of Sport and Exercise
Loughborough University
2023.09 - 2024.09
Sales Associate
InspirED
2023.06 - 2023.09
Sports Intern
Samiksha
2022.09 - 2022.10
Mental Health Intern
Havoc Therapy
2022.02 - 2022.04
Student Ambassador
Krea University
2021.06 - 2022.05
Mental Health Intern
Schizophrenia Research Foundation SCARF
2021.06 - 2021.07
Content Writer
Freelance
2021.01 - 2024.12
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Business Studies
Krea University
2020.08 - 2023.05