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Paula Granville

Hemel Hempstead,Hertfordshire

Summary

Experienced specialist in Special Educational Needs (SEN), dedicated to enhancing student confidence and self-assurance

Versatile professional with focus on maintaining classroom engagement and delivering captivating lessons. Able to support teachers in delivering the curriculum. Capable of managing diverse student behaviour and fostering positive learning environment through strong communication and organisational skills. Able to adapt quickly to varied educational settings and ensure continuity of learning. Offering strong organisational skills and keen ability to manage classroom environments. Knowledgeable about supporting teaching staff and fostering positive learning atmosphere. Ready to use and develop communication, leadership, and classroom management skills in this role. Reliable and adaptable with natural ability to engage and manage classrooms, ensuring positive and productive learning environment. Strong classroom management skills and effective communication abilities, fostering collaboration and student participation. Committed to making significant contribution in [Desired Position] role.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Cover Supervisor

Weatherfields Acadamy
Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire
10.2025 - Current

Assist in delivering lessons for learners aged 12 to 19 years.

Support teachers by adapting lessons to meet diverse learning needs.

  • Lead Home Economics department by planning engaging and structured lessons.
  • Foster positive educational environment through effective communication with students and staff.
  • Follow school policies and procedures diligently.
  • Demonstrate knowledge in various aspects of SEND educational system.

Support care worker

Autism Unlimited
Crewkerne, Somerset
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Executed daily responsibilities with precision and efficiency.
  • Acquired new skills to enhance productivity in everyday tasks.
  • Exhibited respect, friendliness, and willingness to assist wherever necessary.

  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals as per dietary requirements of each individual client.
  • Established supportive relationships with patients, fostering trust and communication.
  • Helped to engage recreational activities to enhance social skills of patients.
  • Promoted patient independence through encouragement and guidance in performing tasks.
  • Facilitated social outings, promoting community integration and mental wellbeing.
  • Improved hygiene standards by assisting clients with personal grooming needs like bathing and dressing up.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by promptly responding to requests or concerns.
  • Responded rapidly during emergencies ensuring timely medical intervention.
  • Assisted clients with daily activities for improved quality of life.
  • Calmly managed occasional outbursts or difficult behaviour from clients exhibiting excellent crisis management skills.

HLTA

Chilternwood School
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
03.2011 - 02.2024
  • Enhanced student participation in school activities by creating inclusive environments.
  • Collaborated closely with teachers to monitor student progress.
  • Prepared learning materials based on individual student requirements.
  • Successfully managed challenging behaviour through de-escalation techniques.
  • Maintained detailed records of each student's academic progression.
  • Fostered positive relationships with parents and guardians.
  • Liaised effectively with multidisciplinary teams including therapists, psychologists, and speech pathologists.
  • Developed individual learning plans tailored to each student's abilities.
  • Organised engaging educational activities promoting social skills development.
  • Delivered sensory-based lessons for children with severe learning disabilities.
  • Worked one-on-one with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD.
  • Used assistive technology tools to aid communication ie Makaton - Pecs amongst non-verbal students.
  • Implemented behaviour management techniques for improved classroom discipline.
  • Promoted independence amongst students by encouraging self-help skills.
  • Assisted students with special needs in their daily routines.
  • Adapted teaching methods to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behavioural and emotional issues.
  • Worked with students in small groups and 1:1 to provide additional support with activities and lessons, offering constructive feedback and advice to develop [Type] skills.
  • Assisted students with a range of learning difficulties.
  • Took part in school training activities to advance knowledge in working with students with specific learning difficulties.
  • Created a friendly, positive and inspiring learning environment to facilitate interactions amongst students.
  • Helped children with eating, dressing and other aspects of personal care while encouraging independence.
  • Observed children to identify changes in behaviour and reported such changes to classroom teacher.
  • Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for resolving conflicts.
  • Encouraged students to work together to complete projects and solve problems.
  • Planned and arranged classrooms to promote learning and student achievement.
  • Arranged recreational spaces and equipment to encourage physical activity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Education

A-Levels - Geography

Newbury College
Berkshire
09.1989 - 06.1992

A-Levels - RE

Newbury College
Berkshire
09.1989 - 06.1992

A-Levels - Art

Newbury College
Berkshire
09.1989 - 06.1992

Skills

  • A can do attitude
  • Multitude of SEN experience - varying diagnosis
  • Helping Students be the best they can, building up their confidence to believe in themselves
  • Working as a team - with parents, guardians, OT, Speech and Language to uphold EHCP's
  • Creative learning ideas to engage all


Affiliations

  • I make handcrafted items - Chalkboards, bath salts and decoupaged items. I have offered community Art sessions - Painting in various mediums.

Timeline

Cover Supervisor

Weatherfields Acadamy
10.2025 - Current

Support care worker

Autism Unlimited
05.2024 - 08.2024

HLTA

Chilternwood School
03.2011 - 02.2024

A-Levels - Geography

Newbury College
09.1989 - 06.1992

A-Levels - RE

Newbury College
09.1989 - 06.1992

A-Levels - Art

Newbury College
09.1989 - 06.1992
Paula Granville