Natasha Mansha
Halifax,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in autism spectrum disorder and special education strategies, committed to fostering inclusive environments. Expertise in child safeguarding, behaviour management, and technology-based strategies enhances the ability to support diverse learning needs. Proficient in creating multisensory environments and implementing specialised curriculum knowledge to encourage additional support needs.
Motivated Classroom Assistant adept at assessing student needs and developing individualised strategies to meet diverse needs.
Enthusiastic and learning-oriented teaching professional devoted to helping students and supporting teachers. Talents include classroom management, activity planning and audio-visual support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Special needs assistant
Zen Educate
Leeds, Leeds
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted children with special needs in daily activities and educational tasks.
- Supported teachers in implementing individualised education plans for students.
- Monitored students' behaviour and provided guidance to promote positive interactions.
- Collaborated with educational staff to create engaging learning environments.
- Supported children with physical disabilities during lunchtimes and breaks, promoting social inclusion amongst peers.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays for daily lessons.
- Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behavioural and emotional issues.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, contributing to progress meetings to provide feedback, raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
- Maximised student engagement and receptive learning by educating students using individualised instructional approaches.
- Assisted teacher with using support equipment and computers during lessons.
- Prepared necessary equipment and technology ahead of class.
- Taught students important learning, study and behaviour management skills for academic success.
Caregiver
Not applicable For a Family Member
Halifax, Calderdale
04.2018 - 04.2025
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Provided companionship to promote emotional well-being and alleviate isolation.
- Served as caregiver following father's stroke, ensuring comprehensive support.
Teaching assistant
Teaching Personnel
Huddersfield, Kirklees
03.2014 - 06.2017
- Assisted in preparation of instructional materials and resources for classroom activities.
- Collaborated with teachers to support diverse learning needs of students.
- Monitored and guided student behaviour during lessons and activities.
- Provided administrative support by maintaining accurate records of student progress.
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance understanding of key concepts.
- Organised classroom environment to promote a positive and engaging learning atmosphere.
- Led small group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics.
- Provided feedback on pupil's work, identifying areas for improvement.
- Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
- Offered one-on-one guidance to struggling students for improved academic performance.
- Ensured safety of pupils during extracurricular activities for an accident-free environment.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
Education
GCSEs - Citizenship Studies
Bradford College
Bradford 09.2010 - 06.2011
GCSEs - Sociology
Bradford College
Bradford 09.2010 - 06.2011
GCSEs - Media Studies
Bradford College
Bradford 09.2009 - 06.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Adult Literacy
City & Guilds of London Institute
London 09.2009 - 07.2010
GCSEs - Adult Numeracy
City & Guilds
London 09.2008 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Early Years
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield 09.2014 - 06.2017
NVQ Level 3 - Teaching Assistant
Cambridge open college
Wilton, Wiltshire 09.2013 - 06.2014
NVQ Level 2 - Basic Skills in Teaching 8 Modules
Pacific Recruitment UK
London 09.2011 - 11.2012
GCSEs - English
Bradford College
Bradford 09.2010 - 06.2011
Skills
- Autism spectrum disorder experience
- Dedication to inclusion
- Child safeguarding awareness
- Special education strategies
- Personal care tasks
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Specialised curriculum knowledge
- Additional support need encouragement
- ADHD support strategies
- Multisensory environment creation
- Understanding of confidentiality
- Behaviour management
- Behaviour modification
- Technology-based strategies
- Teacher assistance
- Safeguarding
- Special education support
- Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) compliance
- 1-to-1 tutoring
- Compassionate attitude
- Disability understanding
- Classroom management support
- Visual timetables
Languages
Urdu
Fluent
Certification
- Zen Educate - Working One to One - Completed on Friday 11th April 2025
- Zen Educate - High Quality Interventions - Completed on Tuesday 8th April 2025
- Zen Educate - Safeguarding Children Level 2 - Completed on Thursday 3rd April 2025
- Zen Educate - Working in Nursery and Reception classrooms for Primary Teaching Assistants - Completed on Thursday 26th June 2025
- Zen Educate - The Importance of Understanding Emotions in the Classroom - Completed on Thursday 3rd April 2025
- Zen Educate - Supporting Mental Health and Well-being Awareness - Completed on Friday 11th April 2025
- Zen Educate - ADHD Awareness and Comorbidity - Completed on Saturday 5th April 2025
- Zen Educate - Proactivity and Professional Conduct for Primary Teaching Assistants - Completed on Thursday 26th June 2025
- Zen Educate - Cover Supervisor Training - Completed Thursday 26th June 2025
- Zen Educate - Positive Behaviour Management for Primary Daily Supply Teachers - Completed on Thursday 26th June 2025
- Zen Educate - Cyber Security - Awareness for School Staff - Completed on Friday 5th September 2025
- Zen Educate - EYFS Training - Safe Sleep - Completed on Friday 25th July 2025
- Zen Educate - EYFS Training - A Day in the Life - Completed on Friday 25th July 2025
- Zen Educate - EYFS Training - Safe Sleep - Completed on Friday 25th July 2025
- Zen Educate - EYFS Training - Activities for Early Years - Completed on Friday 25th July 2025
Certificate for all courses
DBS
My DBS is on the update service
Timeline
Special needs assistant
Zen Educate
05.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Not applicable For a Family Member
04.2018 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Early Years
University of Huddersfield
09.2014 - 06.2017
Teaching assistant
Teaching Personnel
03.2014 - 06.2017
NVQ Level 3 - Teaching Assistant
Cambridge open college
09.2013 - 06.2014
NVQ Level 2 - Basic Skills in Teaching 8 Modules
Pacific Recruitment UK
09.2011 - 11.2012
GCSEs - Citizenship Studies
Bradford College
09.2010 - 06.2011
GCSEs - Sociology
Bradford College
09.2010 - 06.2011
GCSEs - English
Bradford College
09.2010 - 06.2011
GCSEs - Media Studies
Bradford College
09.2009 - 06.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Adult Literacy
City & Guilds of London Institute
09.2009 - 07.2010
GCSEs - Adult Numeracy
City & Guilds
09.2008 - 07.2009
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