Laura Gordon
Basildon,Essex
Summary
I am a dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a strong passion for education and inspiring young minds. Having developed excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills through my previous experiences, I am now eager to begin my journey into teaching. I believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed and feel valued, and I am committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging classroom environment. I am motivated to continually develop my practice, embrace challenges, and work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to deliver outstanding education. I am excited to bring energy, creativity, and resilience to a trainee teacher role and to make a positive difference in the lives of my future pupils.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trainee teacher
Nestt
Wickford, Essex
09.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated patience whilst addressing behavioural issues among students.
- Prepared interactive assignments to increase pupil involvement in the learning process.
- Organised field trips that complemented classroom instruction; enhanced practical knowledge of students.
- Facilitated parent-teacher meetings, strengthening communication channels.
Learning supervisor, Learning support assistant
Ryedene Primary School and Nursery
Basildon, Essex
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Provided constructive feedback to staff for improved performance levels.
- Coordinated with other supervisors to maintain consistency across shifts.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, resulted in increased customer satisfaction rates.
Midday supervisor, Learning Support Assistant
Merrylands Primary School
Laindon, Basildon, Essex
09.2018 - 07.2021
- Participated in staff meetings and training sessions for professional development.
- Promoted inclusivity with active involvement in children's games and activities.
- Ensured child safety by monitoring playground activities.
Education
GCSEs - Art and design
Barstable School
Basildon 09.2002 - 06.2007
Certificate of Higher Education - Adult Literacy and Maths
Seevic College
Benfleet 08.2008 - 07.2009
Diploma of Higher Education - Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 3
South Essex College
Southend-on-Sea 10.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Education Studies (Primary)
The Open University
Milton Keynes 10.2021 - 07.2024
Post graduate QTS - Initial Teacher training
NESTT Inital Teacher Training
Wickford, Essex 10.2024 -
GCSEs - English
Barstable School
Basildon 09.2002 - 06.2007
GCSEs - Science
Barstable School
Basildon 09.2002 - 06.2007
GCSEs - Maths
Barstable School
Basildon 09.2002 - 06.2007
GCSEs - Child development
Barstable School
Basildon 09.2002 - 06.2007
Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Social Care Level 2
Seevic College
Benfleet 09.2007 - 07.2008
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care Level 3
Seevic College
Benfleet 09.2008 - 07.2010
Skills
- Patience and resilience
- Curriculum development understanding
- Pupil motivation
- Collaborative learning promotion
- Behavioural management techniques
- Teaching aptitude
- Positive reinforcement use
- Online learning platforms use
- Interactive learning techniques
- Knowledge of teaching standards
- Adaptability in teaching styles
- Lesson planning
- Conflict Resolution
- Classroom management
- Inquiry-based learning
- Learning strategies
- Curriculum knowledge
- Self motivated
- Child-centred pedagogy
- Student engagement
- Curriculum planning
Certification
The Prevent Duty Online Safety August 2024 TES
Keeping children safe in education 2023 August 2024 TES
Health and safety in education: Staff awareness August 2024 TES
Harmful sexual behaviours Female Genital Mutilation Awareness August 2024 TES
Child Protection 2023 August 2024 TES
Mental Health Champions Foundation August 2024 Place2Be
Biology GCSE Equivalency qualification June 2024 A Star Equivalency
English GCSE Equivalency qualification May 2024 A Star Equivalency
Maths GCSE Equivalency qualification February 2024 A Star Equivalency
Mathematics Proficiency Certificate March 2024 NASBTT
Timeline
Post graduate QTS - Initial Teacher training
NESTT Inital Teacher Training
10.2024 -
Trainee teacher
Nestt
09.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Education Studies (Primary)
The Open University
10.2021 - 07.2024
Learning supervisor, Learning support assistant
Ryedene Primary School and Nursery
09.2021 - 08.2024
Diploma of Higher Education - Supporting Teaching and Learning Level 3
South Essex College
10.2019 - 10.2020
Midday supervisor, Learning Support Assistant
Merrylands Primary School
09.2018 - 07.2021
Diploma of Higher Education - Health and Social Care Level 3
Seevic College
09.2008 - 07.2010
Certificate of Higher Education - Adult Literacy and Maths
Seevic College
08.2008 - 07.2009
Certificate of Higher Education - Health and Social Care Level 2
Seevic College
09.2007 - 07.2008
GCSEs - Art and design
Barstable School
09.2002 - 06.2007
GCSEs - English
Barstable School
09.2002 - 06.2007
GCSEs - Science
Barstable School
09.2002 - 06.2007
GCSEs - Maths
Barstable School
09.2002 - 06.2007
GCSEs - Child development
Barstable School
09.2002 - 06.2007
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