Louise Husk
Andover,Hampshire
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in special educational needs, demonstrating a strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding protocols. Proficient in preparing study materials and implementing Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) with an inclusive mindset. Has an encouraging attitude and sensitivity towards special needs, ensuring adherence to the Disability Equality Act. Experience in phonics teaching in ks1 schedule management, and school records organisation, contributing to efficient documentation and reporting. Committed to training and development, aiming to enhance educational practices while maintaining professionalism and maturity.
Compassionate and dedicated individual with proven ability to communicate clearly and support learning activities. Strong organisational skills combined with patience; effectively managing classroom dynamics and assisting students with their educational needs. Committed to fostering positive learning environment and contributing to student success in LSA role.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Learning support assistant
Hampshire County Council
Andover, Hampshire
10.2023 - 04.2025
- Maintained accurate records of pupil attendance, contributing towards administrative efficiency.
- Provided behavioural management strategies to maintain disciplined atmosphere.
- Accompanied school trips, ensuring safety and enjoyment for all pupils involved.
- Assisted teacher in maintaining a clean and organised classroom environment for optimal learning conditions.
- Collaborated with teachers for development of effective learning plans.
- Monitored pupil progress closely, providing timely feedback to teachers
- Improved student engagement by providing one-on-one support and guidance.
- Supported children with special educational needs, promoting inclusivity within the school environment.
- Assisted struggling pupils during class hours, leading to improved grades over time.
- Prepared classroom resources to facilitate smooth lesson delivery.
- Aided in the delivery of lessons, ensuring comprehensive understanding.
- Promoted exploration and curiosity, encouraging students to delve into new ideas and concepts to foster creative expression.
- Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
- Managed challenging child behaviour, running interventions to raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
- Supervised pupils during lunchtimes and educational visits.
- Acted as superb role model, consistently promoting school mission and values.
- Developed and maintained positive, impactful relationships with students, facilitating improved learning outcomes.
- Assisted with planning and preparing lessons, evaluating and adjusting teachings to suit student age and capability.
- Minimised distraction by creating and maintaining clean, safe and organised classroom.
- Identified disruptions to learning and discretely addressed issues where possible.
- Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
- Attended to younger children's basic physical needs and assisted in development of personal skills.
- Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
- Encouraged students to work together to complete projects and solve problems.
- Monitored children in spaces between classes, keeping disruptions to minimum.
- Arranged recreational spaces and equipment to encourage physical activity.
- Organised class spaces and prepared materials for upcoming teacher lessons.
- Kept class records current with attendance information and student grades.
Catering manager
Hampshire County Council
Andover, Hampshire
09.2018 - 10.2023
- Conducted regular staff meetings for improved communication within the team.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favourable terms and conditions.
- Upheld hygiene and safety regulations through regular checks and audits.
- Streamlined supply chain process for improved delivery timescales.
- Worked on budgeting and forecasting to control financial resources effectively.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment amongst staff members contributing to better productivity.
- Ensured client satisfaction by maintaining high standards in food quality and presentation.
- Assessed equipment requirements periodically, ensuring optimal functionality at all times.
- Optimised inventory management processes, avoiding unnecessary wastage and saving costs.
- Managed all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Enhanced team efficiency with consistent training programmes.
- Hired and managed catering staff to perform best practices and quality standards.
- Handled day-to-day scheduling, ordering food and planning events to support catering logistics.
- Maintained outstanding hygiene levels for optimised customer safety and continued regulatory compliance.
School Catering Assistant
Hampshire County Council
Andover, Hampshire
09.2010 - 10.2017
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Beauty Therapy
BCOT
Basingstoke, Hampshire 09.2000 - 07.2002
NVQ Level 3 - Beauty Therapy
Andover College
Andover, Hampshire 09.2007 - 07.2008
functioanl skills level 2 - MATHS and english
Andover family learning centre
Andover, Hampshire 09.2009 - 07.2012
TQUK level 2 - certificate in special needs and disability
The skills network
Andover, Hampshire 08.2025 - 10.2025
TQUK level 2 - certificate in introducing and caring for children and young people
The skills network
Andover, Hampshire 04.2025 - 06.2025
Skills
- Special educational needs experience
- Encouraging attitude
- Child protection understanding
- Safeguarding protocols adherence
- Disability equality act knowledge
- Sensitivity towards special needs
- Study materials preparation
- Phonics teaching knowledge
- Inclusive mind-set
- Schedule management
- Training and Development
- Documentation and reporting
- Organisation and efficiency
- IEP implementation
- Professional and mature
- School records organisation
Timeline
TQUK level 2 - certificate in special needs and disability
The skills network
08.2025 - 10.2025
TQUK level 2 - certificate in introducing and caring for children and young people
The skills network
04.2025 - 06.2025
Learning support assistant
Hampshire County Council
10.2023 - 04.2025
Catering manager
Hampshire County Council
09.2018 - 10.2023
School Catering Assistant
Hampshire County Council
09.2010 - 10.2017
functioanl skills level 2 - MATHS and english
Andover family learning centre
09.2009 - 07.2012
NVQ Level 3 - Beauty Therapy
Andover College
09.2007 - 07.2008
NVQ Level 2 - Beauty Therapy
BCOT
09.2000 - 07.2002