Mia McNeill
Huddersfield,Kirklees
Summary
Psychology graduate (First Class Hons) with experience supporting children and young people with complex needs in school settings, including daily 1:1 support focused on relationship-building, emotional regulation, and confidence. Currently working as an Educational Teaching Assistant, using restorative approaches, safeguarding practice, and consistent boundaries to create safe, supportive environments. Alongside this, I am completing Level 3 Counselling Skills (having achieved Level 2) and regularly practising skills in therapeutic triads. Motivated to progress into counselling and psychotherapy training, bringing an empathetic, non-judgmental style, strong communication skills, and experience working collaboratively as part of a team.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Educational Teaching Assistant
Reinwood Junior School
Huddersfield, Kirklees
2025.09 - Current
- Delivered structured maths and literacy interventions to small groups of pupils aged 7–11, including programmes such as Toe by Toe, White Rose Maths and Fluency Bee.
- Regularly used restorative approaches to support pupils in exploring their thoughts and feelings, while building confidence and self-belief.
- Assisted the class teacher with behaviour management to maintain a safe, calm, and positive learning environment.
- Supervised pupils and ensured their safety during break times, lunchtime, and on educational visits/school trips.
- Reviewed pupil profiles and statements to build a clear understanding of individual needs and support requirements.
- Worked daily 1:1 with a child experiencing mental health difficulties, focusing on relationship-building, self-awareness, emotional regulation, and play-based skills.
After School Club Supervisor
Reinwood Infant & Nursery School
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2024.09 - 2025.10
- Supervised children aged 4-11 years, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
- Planned and supported engaging activities, encouraging inclusive participation and positive social interaction.
- Managed behaviour in indoor and outdoor environments to maintain a safe and supportive educational space.
- Supported a child with a severe nut allergy, maintaining strict allergen awareness, being prepared to respond appropriately using an EpiPen if required.
- Prepared and served food in line with hygiene and safety standards.
SEND Educational Teaching Assistant
Reinwood Junior School
Huddersfield, Kirklees
2024.09 - 2025.07
- I supported children with a range of disabilities, including Autism, Down syndrome, Sickle cell anaemia, Epilepsy, Williams syndrome, Fragile X syndrome and terminal illness.
- Worked collaboratively as part of a team to support children’s learning and wellbeing.
- My role involved working both within the specialist unit and providing 1:1 support in a classroom environment.
- I created visual and interactive learning materials and adapted them to meet each child's individual learning needs.
- I helped plan and assist with many educational outings and vocational activities to help build tactile skills and confidence, including wildlife walks, science museum visits, and baking.
- I reviewed EHCP statements and psychological assessments and communicated with psychologists, speech and language specialists, and ABA therapists to fully understand the complexity of the children's needs.
- Regularly conversed with children's parents to ensure a holistic view of their behaviour.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (First Class with Honours)
York St John University
York, England 2021.09 - 2024.07
A-Levels -
Greenhead College
Huddersfield, Kirklees 2019.09 - 2021.07
GCSEs -
Honley High School
Huddersfield, Kirklees 2014.09 - 2019.07
Level 2 in Counselling Skills (RFQ) -
Askham Bryan College
Online 2025.04 - 2025.07
Level 3 in Counselling Skills -
Kirklees College
Huddersfield, Kirklees 2025.09 -
Skills
- Strong knowledge of core psychological concepts and key theoretical approaches
- Proficient in SPSS, Qualtrics and Excel for data handling and analysis
- Empathetic, non-judgmental, with a strong ability to understand others’ perspectives
- Motivated to progress towards a career in counselling and psychotherapy
- Collaborative team member with a reliable, supportive working style
Affiliations
- Played piano since I was young, I enjoy learning and performing classical pieces such as Chopin or Ludovico Einaudi.
- Member of The GirlsChat, a women’s group that runs regular activities (hikes, sports, social events and crafts) to promote independence, wellbeing and empowerment.
- I enjoy reading widely, particularly psychology, Greek mythology and fantasy. Recent favourites include Circe (Madeline Miller), On Becoming a Person (Carl Rogers) and The Secret History (Donna Tartt).
- I enjoy travelling and experiencing new cultures, having completed trips to Costa Rica and Vietnam, and currently planning a trip to Thailand (summer 2027).
- I enjoy sewing and regularly create handmade designs, including clothing, bags, laptop cases, and purses.
Accomplishments
- Independently funded an expedition to Costa Rica, in which I volunteered at a turtle sanctuary, supporting conservation work including anti-poaching patrols, collecting and relocating eggs to the refuge, and assisting hatchlings safely to the sea.
- Currently training for the AJ Bell Manchester Half Marathon (May), having raised £385 towards my £500 target for Alzheimer’s Society.
- I am currently revising my BSc dissertation for publication in collaboration with my university.
Certification
- First Aid trained (infants and adults).
- Epilepsy awareness trained.
- Safeguarding and restorative practice trained.
- EpiPen trained
Timeline
Educational Teaching Assistant
Reinwood Junior School
2025.09 - Current
Level 3 in Counselling Skills -
Kirklees College
2025.09 -
Level 2 in Counselling Skills (RFQ) -
Askham Bryan College
2025.04 - 2025.07
After School Club Supervisor
Reinwood Infant & Nursery School
2024.09 - 2025.10
SEND Educational Teaching Assistant
Reinwood Junior School
2024.09 - 2025.07
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (First Class with Honours)
York St John University
2021.09 - 2024.07
A-Levels -
Greenhead College
2019.09 - 2021.07
GCSEs -
Honley High School
2014.09 - 2019.07