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Work history
Education
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Affiliations
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Laura Fenton

Wigan,Greater Manchester

Summary

I have been doing supply agency Teaching Assistant work for the past 3 academic years predominantly in primary schools, but have also done work in nurseries including a number of weeks cleaning and am currently looking for temporary work over the summer.

I have worked in hospitality and catering amongst other sectors in the past including the Youth Hostel Association (YHA).

As a Christian amongst other aspects of the faith I enjoy serving others.

Overview

8
8
years of post-secondary education
36
36
years of professional experience

Work history

Teaching Assistant and similar roles

Tradewind Recruitment
Wigan & surrounding area, Lancashire
2023.09 - Current
  • Assisted in supervising assessments to determine student understanding of subjects.
  • Facilitated active learning environments with engaging teaching aids and resources.
  • Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
  • Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
  • Provided feedback on pupil's work, identifying areas for improvement.
  • At times carried out photocopying.
  • Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
  • Supervised students in classrooms, halls and school yards provided a safe and supportive environment.
  • Improved student engagement by utilising interactive learning techniques.
  • Oversaw students during breaks to maintain safe environment.
  • Cultivated close working relationships with students and teaching staff.
  • Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
  • Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
  • Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
  • Recommended additional materials and resources to improve student skills.
  • Tutored students struggling with material, improving understanding and academic performance.
  • Also did a number of weeks cleaning at a nursery.

Classroom Support Assistant and similar roles

Hazel Tree Education
Wigan & Leigh area, Greater Manchester
2023.06 - 2023.07

Customer Services Assistant - Telephony & similar

Wigan Council
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2004.10 - 2022.10
  • Supported accurate record-keeping with proficient data entry skills.
  • Handled incoming calls for staff, answering questions, directing calls and documenting messages.
  • Supported staff with administrative needs for photocopying, faxing and filing.
  • Arranged filing systems for easy use and retrieval by personnel.
  • Wrote professional letters, emails and memoranda for business communication.

Finance Adminstrator

Manpower Services Ltd
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2004.06 - 2004.10
  • Managed petty cash transactions, ensuring accountability and proper record keeping.
  • Processed invoices and payments, updating vendor and client accounts to reflect up-to-the-minute changes.

Administrative assistant

Neighbourhood Services (Nottingham City Council)
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2002.10 - 2004.03
  • Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  • Interacted professionally with clients providing excellent service at all times.
  • Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency in the workplace.
  • Updated company databases by inputting new employee contact information and employment details.
  • Supported accurate record-keeping with proficient data entry skills.
  • Handled incoming calls for staff, answering questions, directing calls and documenting messages.
  • Supported staff with administrative needs for photocopying, faxing and filing.

Administrative assistant

Draefern Ltd
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2001.10 - 2002.06

Various casual

Various
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2001.05 - 2001.09

Laboratory assistant

Potters Herbal Supplies
Wigan, Greater Manchester
1998.08 - 1999.03
  • Collected samples from different sources, ensuring variety and diversity in tests run.
  • Ensured accurate test results by following strict protocols during sample analysis.
  • Delivered precise measurements using various lab tools to ensure reliable test data.
  • Prepared samples for testing, ensuring accuracy in all procedures.
  • Assisted in the preparation of scientific reports, facilitating timely submission.
  • Maintained high-quality standards whilst handling delicate lab materials.
  • Recorded findings and submitted reports to manager.
  • Performed laboratory testing in controlled conditions for reliable outcomes.

Production operative

De Roma Ice Cream Ltd
Wigan, Greater Manchester
1998.06 - 1998.08

Seasonal Assistant

Youth Hostel Association
Edale, Derbyshire
1997.10 - 1998.03

Included cleaning dormitories, preparing and serving meals.

Production Operative

Tibbett & Britten
Ince, Greater Manchester
1996.08 - 1996.08

Casual Packer

Print & Marketing Services
Derby, Derbyshire
1995.10 - 1995.12

Assistant Scientific Officer

Institute of Terrestrial Ecology, Merlewood
Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
1995.07 - 1995.09

Production Operative

De Roma Ice Cream Ltd
Wigan, Greater Manchester
1994.07 - 1994.07

Casual Waitress

Wallgate Restaurant & Coffee Lounge
Wigan, Greater Manchester
1992.08 - 1993.09

Newspaper delivery person

Wigan Reporter
Wigan, Greater Manchester
1990.06 - 1992.09

Catering Assistant

Wigan Baths
Wigan, Greater Manchester
1991.07 - 1991.08

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Diploma -

New Skills Academy
2023.07 - 2023.08

Classroom Support Assistant Training Course -

Hazel Tree Education Recruitment
2023.06 - 2023.06

Passed the Foundation Year - Worked towards a BA Honours in Theology, Ministry and Mission

ForMission College
Manchester
2022.09 - 2023.05

Functional Skills Level 2 - English

Wigan and Leigh College
Wigan
2012.09 - 2013.07

Triple P - Positive Parenting Program - Group Teen Triple P

Beech Hill Children's Centre
Wigan

Helping & Working in Schools course -

Beech Hill Children's Centre
Wigan
2012.09 - 2013.07

Working with our environment

The Open University

Entry Level 3 - German

Standish Community High School
Standish, Wigan

Higher National Certificate - Habitat Surveying for Nature Conservation

Scottish Wildlife Trust
Granton, Edinburgh
1996.10 - 1997.12

Environmental Management for Exploration inc. Operation New World's Outdoor Training Project Hungary

Farnborough College of Technology
Farnborough
1996.01 - 1996.07

Higher National Diploma - Science (Environmental Monitoring)

University of Derby
Derby
1993.09 - 1995.12

BTEC National Diploma - Science

Wigan and Leigh College
Wigan
1991.09 - 1993.07

GCSEs - Mathematics

Wigan and Leigh College
Wigan
2001.04 - /1992

GCSEs - English Language; English Literature and The Sciences (Double Award)

Standish Community High School
Standish, Wigan
2001.04 - /1991

GCSEs - Business Studies; French; Geography; Mathematics; Social Science

Standish Community High School
Standish, Wigan

Skills

  • Team player
  • Behaviour modelling
  • One-to-one and small group instruction
  • Patience and empathy
  • Maintaining safe environments
  • Clear communication

Affiliations

  • Hebrew roots of Christianity, creative writing/poetry/songwriting/art/cooking/baking. I am also in the process of making a skirt and am interested in trying weaving and spinning and possibly setting up a Christian business at some point.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant and similar roles

Tradewind Recruitment
2023.09 - Current

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Diploma -

New Skills Academy
2023.07 - 2023.08

Classroom Support Assistant and similar roles

Hazel Tree Education
2023.06 - 2023.07

Classroom Support Assistant Training Course -

Hazel Tree Education Recruitment
2023.06 - 2023.06

Passed the Foundation Year - Worked towards a BA Honours in Theology, Ministry and Mission

ForMission College
2022.09 - 2023.05

Functional Skills Level 2 - English

Wigan and Leigh College
2012.09 - 2013.07

Helping & Working in Schools course -

Beech Hill Children's Centre
2012.09 - 2013.07

Customer Services Assistant - Telephony & similar

Wigan Council
2004.10 - 2022.10

Finance Adminstrator

Manpower Services Ltd
2004.06 - 2004.10

Administrative assistant

Neighbourhood Services (Nottingham City Council)
2002.10 - 2004.03

Administrative assistant

Draefern Ltd
2001.10 - 2002.06

Various casual

Various
2001.05 - 2001.09

GCSEs - Mathematics

Wigan and Leigh College
2001.04 - /1992

GCSEs - English Language; English Literature and The Sciences (Double Award)

Standish Community High School
2001.04 - /1991

Laboratory assistant

Potters Herbal Supplies
1998.08 - 1999.03

Production operative

De Roma Ice Cream Ltd
1998.06 - 1998.08

Seasonal Assistant

Youth Hostel Association
1997.10 - 1998.03

Higher National Certificate - Habitat Surveying for Nature Conservation

Scottish Wildlife Trust
1996.10 - 1997.12

Production Operative

Tibbett & Britten
1996.08 - 1996.08

Environmental Management for Exploration inc. Operation New World's Outdoor Training Project Hungary

Farnborough College of Technology
1996.01 - 1996.07

Casual Packer

Print & Marketing Services
1995.10 - 1995.12

Assistant Scientific Officer

Institute of Terrestrial Ecology, Merlewood
1995.07 - 1995.09

Production Operative

De Roma Ice Cream Ltd
1994.07 - 1994.07

Higher National Diploma - Science (Environmental Monitoring)

University of Derby
1993.09 - 1995.12

Casual Waitress

Wallgate Restaurant & Coffee Lounge
1992.08 - 1993.09

BTEC National Diploma - Science

Wigan and Leigh College
1991.09 - 1993.07

Catering Assistant

Wigan Baths
1991.07 - 1991.08

Newspaper delivery person

Wigan Reporter
1990.06 - 1992.09

Triple P - Positive Parenting Program - Group Teen Triple P

Beech Hill Children's Centre

Working with our environment

The Open University

Entry Level 3 - German

Standish Community High School

GCSEs - Business Studies; French; Geography; Mathematics; Social Science

Standish Community High School
Laura Fenton