Laura Hill
Dudley
Summary
Motivated trainee Further Education lecturer with a focus on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Experienced in inclusive teaching strategies for Entry Level learners, promoting engagement and progress. Committed to creating supportive learning environments that empower all students to reach their full potential.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Trainee lecturer
Heart of Worcestershire College
Worcester, Worcestershire
2025.09 - Current
- Planned and delivered lessons tailored for entry level 2 and entry level 3 learners.
- Adapted resources for students with a range of Special Educational Needs, including Autism, Dyslexia, Down Syndrome, Speech, Language and Communication needs, and Mobility needs.
- Utilised differentiated activities to assist learners at various ability levels.
- Supported learners in building independence, confidence, and communication skills.
- Collaborated with learning support assistants to cater to individual student requirements.
- Employed visual, practical, and interactive teaching strategies to enhance engagement.
- Assessed student work and offered constructive feedback.
- Followed safeguarding procedures and contributed to student well-being.
- Designed termly schemes of work for entry level 2 and 3 learners to foster an inclusive learning environment that addresses a wide range of SEND needs while adhering to curriculum objectives.
Barista
Costa Coffee
Worcester
2023.01 - Current
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a busy, fast-paced environment
- Communicated effectively with a wide range of customers and colleagues
- Worked as part of a team to meet targets and maintain high standards
- Managed time efficiently and remained calm under pressure
Team member
ODEON Cinemas
Dudley
2021.10 - 2023.01
- Built effective communication skills when working with a wide range of people
- Demonstrated patience, professionalism, and adaptability in busy situations
- Worked collaboratively as part of a team to maintain a positive environment
- Followed procedures carefully and showed responsibility in all tasks
Education
PGCE - Further Education - SEND
University of Worcester
Worcester 2025.09 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Education Studies
University of Worcester
Worcester 2022.09 - 2025.08
A-Levels -
King Edward VI College
Stourbridge, Dudley 2020.09 - 2022.07
GCSEs -
The Link Academy
Dudley 2015.09 - 2020.07
Skills
- Implementing teaching strategies
- Supporting learners with SEND
- Developing schemes of work and lesson plans
- Effective communication
- Organisation and Time management
- Confident use of ICT in teaching and learning
- Supporting EHCP targets and Individual Learning Plans
- Behaviour and classroom management and positive reinforcement strategies
- Assessment, feedback and monitoring learner progress
- Team collaboration
- Student-centred learning
- Kind and empathetic educator
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Trainee lecturer
Heart of Worcestershire College
2025.09 - Current
PGCE - Further Education - SEND
University of Worcester
2025.09 -
Barista
Costa Coffee
2023.01 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Education Studies
University of Worcester
2022.09 - 2025.08
Team member
ODEON Cinemas
2021.10 - 2023.01
A-Levels -
King Edward VI College
2020.09 - 2022.07
GCSEs -
The Link Academy
2015.09 - 2020.07