Lynsey Woodall
Shrewsbury
Summary
Experienced Education Mentor with a strong background supporting children and young people across education and Alternative Provision. I build positive, trusting relationships and adapt my approach to support each young person effectively. I have a strong knowledge and understanding of working with young people with additional needs, including adapting communication, activities and support to promote engagement and progress. My experience includes supporting learners across a range of ages, predominantly supporting learners preparing for adulthood, with a focus on practical life skills such as communication, money management, budgeting, decision making and independence. I have a strong understanding of safeguarding, professional boundaries and individual targets, including EHCP outcomes. I maintain high professional standards, taking a consistent, reliable and reflective approach to my work. I am confident planning purposeful activities, writing detailed session reports and evidencing progress accurately. I work collaboratively with families, colleagues and other professionals, sharing relevant information appropriately and contributing to a consistent approach that supports positive outcomes for young people.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Mentor
Crossbar Alternative Provision
10.2023 - Current
- Provided one-to-one mentoring support to young people with diverse needs, fostering positive engagement with education and skill development for future success.
- Build consistent, trusting relationships and provide a calm, supportive environment in which young people can communicate and explore their feelings.
- Support young people to recognise emotions, identify signs of dysregulation and develop practical strategies for managing feelings and behaviour.
- Encouraged independence, confidence, and life skills through real-world experiences and everyday activities, promoting positive decision making.
- Plan and deliver purposeful activities linked to individual targets, including positive behaviour, concentration and focus, decision making, self-esteem, emotional regulation, social skills and boundaries.
- Adapt sessions to the young person's interests, presentation and level of engagement, using activities such as sport, creative activities, cooking, outdoor activities and community-based learning.
- Maintain professional boundaries, follow safeguarding procedures and respond appropriately to concerns or changes in presentation.
- Recorded sessions accurately to evidence progress against individual targets, sharing insights with colleagues and professionals to inform support strategies.
Teaching Assistant
Woodfield Infant School
Shrewsbury
- Collaborated with teachers, SENDCo and external professionals to tailor support for individual needs, improving learning outcomes.
- Facilitated learning, communication, social and emotional development for children in school environment, enhancing overall student wellbeing.
- Planned and supported engaging activities for individuals and small groups.
- Created resources and adapted activities to support engagement and learning.
- Communicated regularly with parents and carers and developed positive professional relationships.
- Maintained accurate student records and completed administrative tasks, ensuring efficient tracking of progress and needs.
Nursery Practitioner
Stargazers Nursery
Shrewsbury
- Facilitated children's development through engaging activities while fostering positive relationships with parents and carers.
- Collaborated with team to ensure a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children's growth.
- Monitored childcare regulations and curriculum developments to ensure compliance and enhance programme effectiveness.
Play Leader
Mary Webb Sports Centre
Shrewsbury
- Organised, planned and delivered creative play and leisure activities, enhancing children's enjoyment and participation.
- Supported children's social and emotional development through engaging activities, fostering positive relationships and self-expression.
- Monitored children's safety during play, promptly addressing any hazards or risky behaviours.
- Conducted regular risk assessments of play areas and equipment to maintain high safety standards.
- Cleaned up after activities to prepare rooms for next sessions.
AP Mentor Hub — Independent Professional Development Project
- Developed resources and practical tools to support Alternative Provision mentors, drawing on professional mentoring experience and a strong focus on high standards, structure, reflective practice and positive outcomes for young people.
Education
LEVEL 4 - Childhood and Youth Professional Studies
University of Chester
ChesterLEVEL 3 - Childcare and Education
Shrewsbury college
Shrewsbury, ShropshireLEVEL 2 - Counselling
Shrewsbury college
Shrewsbury, ShropshireGCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Geography, Art, Business Studies
Mary webb
Shrewsbury, ShropshireSkills
- Activity planning and facilitation
- Session planning and progress tracking
- Risk management
- Youth relationship building
- Emotional wellbeing support
- Emotional regulation techniques
- Positive behaviour management
- Concentration and decision-making
- Life skills coaching
- Social skills development
- Collaborative teamwork
- Tailored communication strategies
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- EHCPS utilisation
Certification
- PRICE Restraint Training
- First Aid
- Induction to Pastoral Care
- Suicide Awareness and Prevention
- The Prevent Duty
- Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 – Part 1
- Equality and Diversity
- Harmful Sexual Behaviours
- Child Neglect
- Child Exploitation
- A Guide to UK Data Protection: Education
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
- Female Genital Mutilation Awareness
- Child Protection Refresher 2026
- Domestic Abuse: Children and Young People
- Adolescent Safeguarding
- Fire Safety in Education
- Autism Awareness
- Online Safety
- Radicalisation Awareness
Timeline
Education Mentor
Crossbar Alternative Provision
10.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Woodfield Infant School
Nursery Practitioner
Stargazers Nursery
Play Leader
Mary Webb Sports Centre
AP Mentor Hub — Independent Professional Development Project
LEVEL 4 - Childhood and Youth Professional Studies
University of Chester
LEVEL 3 - Childcare and Education
Shrewsbury college
LEVEL 2 - Counselling
Shrewsbury college
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Geography, Art, Business Studies
Mary webb