Luisa D’Santos
Peterborough,Cambridgeshire
Summary
Aspiring religious education teacher committed to promoting student success with strong focus on individualised instruction. Skilled at utilising technology to enhance learning and driven to create positive and supportive classroom experiences. Understands importance of using various teaching methods to meet diverse student needs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teacher of Religious Education
Arthur Mellows Village College
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2023.09 - Current
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Organised extra-curricular activities related to religious studies for deeper understanding.
- Created a safe space for open dialogue about different religions to encourage mutual respect.
- Encouraged active participation during lessons, fostering an inclusive classroom atmosphere.
- Fostered a respectful and inclusive learning environment by implementing religious tolerance teachings.
- Incorporated multimedia resources into lessons to enhance understanding of complex concepts.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
- Managed difficult conversations around sensitive topics, maintaining decorum at all times.
Inclusion Coordinator
Fulbridge Primary School
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2023.09 - 2023.10
- Coordinated project tasks for successful and timely completion.
- Improved workflow efficiency by developing process improvements.
- Streamlined team communication by implementing effective coordination strategies.
- Troubleshot potential problems before escalation, preventing major disruptions.
- Maintained all project documentation, guaranteeing accuracy and accessibility.
Cover Supervisor
Arthur Mellows Village College
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2020.09 - 2023.09
- Managed student behaviour to maintain a conducive learning environment.
- Implemented lesson plans provided by absent teachers for uninterrupted learning.
- Provided feedback on student progress to relevant teachers, aiding in monitoring performance.
- Promoted inclusive teaching strategies with an aim to accommodate individual learner needs.
Spare Parts Assistant
Hotpoint
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
1998.05 - 2022.08
- Provided customer service, delivering high levels of satisfaction.
- Increased efficiency by handling correspondence and organising files.
- Provided technical assistance to customers when selecting appropriate spare parts, improving overall client experience.
- Improved customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate order fulfilment.
- Facilitated smooth running of operations through efficient task management.
Unqualified Teacher of Health and Social Care
City of Peterborough Academy
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2019.09 - 2020.09
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to cater for needs of differently-abled pupils in regular classrooms.
Teaching assistant in secondary schools
Stanground Academy
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2018.09 - 2020.09
- Promoted inclusive learning by adapting teaching methods to cater for varied needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop curriculum materials.
- Aided in monitoring student progress with regular assessments and report writing.
- Created engaging learning activities for enhanced student participation.
Mid Day Supervisor
Stanground Academy
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2017.09 - 2018.09
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Receptionist
Autorama Automotive Repair
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2011.05 - 2018.09
- Exhibited excellent multitasking skills by balancing various responsibilities simultaneously without compromising efficiency or quality of work output.
- Provided valuable support during busy periods, contributing to successful operation under high pressure.
- Collaborated with team members in organising company events; enhancing team cohesion and morale building activities.
- Upheld confidentiality with sensitive information handling procedures.
- Served as the initial point of contact for guests; providing warm greetings and helpful assistance upon arrival.
Constituency secretary
Northwest Cambridgeshire Conservative Association
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2008.01 - 2010.12
- Maintained up-to-date databases, ensuring accurate records.
- Monitored local media coverage, gauging public sentiment effectively.
- Produced newsletter content for increased awareness of parliamentary activities.
- Managed all incoming and outgoing correspondence for streamlined communication.
- Organised comprehensive constituency files to improve record keeping.
- Coordinated public events to enhance community engagement.
- Fielded all telephone calls, ensuring prompt response times.
- Organised personal and professional calendars, supplying timely reminders of upcoming meetings and events.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
- Welcomed arriving visitors and directed to appropriate meeting rooms.
Administration assistant
Pearl Assurance
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
1997.03 - 1998.08
- Prepared reports to support decision-making processes.
- Improved office efficiency by organising and maintaining digital filing systems.
- Handled sensitive information, maintained confidentiality at all times.
- Interacted professionally with clients providing excellent service at all times.
- Supported accurate record-keeping with proficient data entry skills.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly maintaining high level confidentiality at all times.
Education
Teaching
Qualified Teacher Status
Peterborough 2024.09 - 2025.07
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism - Understanding Autism
TQUK
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 2023.09 - 2023.10
NVQ Level 2 - Introduction to Neuroscience
NCFE Cache Level 2
Peterborough 2023.08 - 2023.08
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Domestic Abuse
NCFE Cache Level 2
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 2022.11 - 2022.11
Mental Health First Aid & Advocacy - Mental Health
NCFE Cache
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 2022.11 - 2022.11
NVQ Level 3 - Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
NCC Quality Licence Scheme
2022.03 - 2022.05
NVQ Level 2 - Mental Health Problems
NCFE Cache
Peterborough 2022.08 - 2022.09
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
NCFE Cache
Peterborough 2022.08 - 2022.08
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
NCFE Cache
Peterborough 2022.11 - 2022.11
NVQ Level 2 - Suicide Awareness and Self harm prevention
TQUK Level 2
Peterborough 2022.11 - 2022.11
NVQ Level 3 - Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
NCFE Cache
Peterborough 2018.01 - 2018.06
Diploma of Higher Education - Science and Technology Foundation Studies
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire 2019.03 - 2019.03
Batchelor of Science - Forensic Science
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge 2004.09 - 2008.07
Skills
- Student empathy
- Inclusive education
- Multi-faith awareness
- Moral reasoning
- Effective questioning
- Secondary education expertise
- Assessment methods
Languages
Italian
Upper intermediate
Custom
- Taking my two sons to the local park and cinema
- Attending West End shows and events at the Key Theatre or Broadway
- Eating out with my children
- Watching movies at home
Timeline
Teaching
Qualified Teacher Status
2024.09 - 2025.07
Teacher of Religious Education
Arthur Mellows Village College
2023.09 - Current
Inclusion Coordinator
Fulbridge Primary School
2023.09 - 2023.10
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism - Understanding Autism
TQUK
2023.09 - 2023.10
NVQ Level 2 - Introduction to Neuroscience
NCFE Cache Level 2
2023.08 - 2023.08
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Domestic Abuse
NCFE Cache Level 2
2022.11 - 2022.11
Mental Health First Aid & Advocacy - Mental Health
NCFE Cache
2022.11 - 2022.11
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
NCFE Cache
2022.11 - 2022.11
NVQ Level 2 - Suicide Awareness and Self harm prevention
TQUK Level 2
2022.11 - 2022.11
NVQ Level 2 - Mental Health Problems
NCFE Cache
2022.08 - 2022.09
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
NCFE Cache
2022.08 - 2022.08
NVQ Level 3 - Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties
NCC Quality Licence Scheme
2022.03 - 2022.05
Cover Supervisor
Arthur Mellows Village College
2020.09 - 2023.09
Unqualified Teacher of Health and Social Care
City of Peterborough Academy
2019.09 - 2020.09
Diploma of Higher Education - Science and Technology Foundation Studies
Anglia Ruskin University
2019.03 - 2019.03
Teaching assistant in secondary schools
Stanground Academy
2018.09 - 2020.09
NVQ Level 3 - Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
NCFE Cache
2018.01 - 2018.06
Mid Day Supervisor
Stanground Academy
2017.09 - 2018.09
Receptionist
Autorama Automotive Repair
2011.05 - 2018.09
Constituency secretary
Northwest Cambridgeshire Conservative Association
2008.01 - 2010.12
Batchelor of Science - Forensic Science
Anglia Ruskin University
2004.09 - 2008.07
Spare Parts Assistant
Hotpoint
1998.05 - 2022.08
Administration assistant
Pearl Assurance
1997.03 - 1998.08