Nicola Ives
Billericay,Essex
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated individual with a proven track record to communicate clearly and support learning activities in and out of the classroom. i have strong organisational skills combined with patience; effectively managing my day and supporting students with their educational needs. Committed to fostering positive learning environment and contributing to student success in the youth support worker role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Learning support assistant
Mayflower high school
Billericay, Essex
2022.01 - Current
- Monitored pupil progress closely, providing any feedback to teachers and my department
- Encouraged independent learning habits amongst pupils through consistent mentoring and check ins.
- Adapting their learning to meet a students needs, achieving a better understanding for them.
- Provide care and support for vulnerable students including children with Physical disabilities
- Encouraged students to work as a team to complete projects and solve problems.
Residential support worker (Young people)
Ramsden Hall school
Billericay, Essex
2018.01 - 2022.01
- Delivered daily living skills training to encourage independent lifestyle.
- Provided emotional support, enhanced self-esteem in young people.
- Created a homely and caring environment for the students.
- Organised fun and creative activities for the students
- Listened to the boys current struggles and offered support.
- Managed challenging behaviours effectively, minimised potential harm and disruption.
Residential home children care worker
Cambian Group
Braintree, Essex
2016.10 - 2018.06
- Provided emotional support for distressed children, establishing trust and rapport.
- Facilitated educational activities for intellectual development.
- Collaborated with other staff members for efficient operation of the home.
Education
GCSEs - School
Eastbrook comprehensive
Essex 1996.06 - 2001.06
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 3 Diploma for Residential Children Care
Cambian Group
UK Skills
- Secondary school subjects familiarity
- Special educational needs experience
- Positive reinforcement usage
- Encouraging attitude
- Training and Development
- Resilient
Timeline
Learning support assistant
Mayflower high school
2022.01 - Current
Residential support worker (Young people)
Ramsden Hall school
2018.01 - 2022.01
Residential home children care worker
Cambian Group
2016.10 - 2018.06
GCSEs - School
Eastbrook comprehensive
1996.06 - 2001.06
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 3 Diploma for Residential Children Care
Cambian Group