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Work history
Education
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Affiliations
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Paula Surridge

Liverpool,Merseyside

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated professional with expertise in fostering positive relationships and strong communication within educational environments. Skilled in adapting to diverse pupil needs, employing positive reinforcement techniques, and maintaining a calm classroom atmosphere. Holds SEN and First Aid training, demonstrating commitment to pupil welfare and safety. Career focus on enhancing learning experiences through tailored approaches and supportive interactions in a positive learning environment.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teaching assistant in primary school/ 1:1 support

St Andrews (Knowsley council)
Liverpool, Merseyside
05.2023 - Current

Cultivated positive relationships with teachers, parents, and pupils.
Established a safe, supportive environment fostering pupil development.
Provided targeted support for whole classes, small groups, and individual pupils.

Private tutor

self employed
Liverpool, Merseyside
05.2018 - 03.2020

Designed individualised tutoring sessions for Literacy and Maths exam preparation.

Boosted student confidence through engaging educational activities.
Provided targeted support to children with SEND.

Primary school teacher

St Laurences (Knowsley council)
Liverpool, Merseyside
12.2008 - 05.2018

Fostered positive learning environments for children aged three to eleven through innovative teaching methods.

Adapted teaching styles to accommodate individual student needs, supporting inclusive education.

Delivered diverse extracurricular clubs with emphasis on physical education.

Primary school teacher

Mackets Primary School (Knowsley council)
Liverpool, Merseyside
09.2003 - 07.2006

Prepared Year Two students for SATs, ensuring curriculum alignment and effective learning.

Coordinated physical education curriculum to boost student engagement and fitness levels.

Managed classroom environment to foster a conducive space for optimal learning outcomes.

Primary school teacher

Corinthian Primary School (Liverpool council)
Liverpool, Merseyside
09.2002 - 08.2003

Prepared Year Two students for SATs, ensuring curriculum alignment and effective learning.

Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.

Managed classroom environment to foster a conducive space for optimal learning outcomes.

Cashier

Tesco
Liverpool, Merseyside
01.2000 - 08.2002

Executed cash handling procedures with precision and accountability.
Replenished shelf inventory to enhance shopping experience for customers.

cashier

Iceland
Liverpool, Merseyside
01.1998 - 01.2000

Managed cash transactions with precision, leading to high customer satisfaction.
Maintained well-organised shelves through consistent stock replenishment.

cashier

McDonalds
Liverpool, Merseyside
09.1995 - 01.1998

Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
Prepared and cooked food items to meet quality standards.

Education

PGCE - Primary school teaching

Liverpool Hope University College
Liverpool
09.2001 - 06.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education and Sport/English Literature

Liverpool Hope University College
Liverpool
09.1998 - 06.2001

A-Levels - PE

Riverside College
Liverpool
09.1996 - 06.1998

A-Levels - English Literature

Myrtle Street College
Liverpool
09.1996 - 06.1998

GCSEs - Eng, Eng Lit, Maths, Science, History, French, Art & DT.

Speke Community Comprehensive School
Liverpool
09.1990 - 06.1995

Skills

  • Excellent clear communication
  • Build positive relationships with colleagues, parents and pupils
  • Approachable, patient and understand different needs of pupils
  • Positive reinforcement techniques, creating calm and positive classroom
  • Adaptable to pupils needs, environment and learning
  • SEN training
  • First Aid training

Affiliations

  • Spending time with family, watching musicals at the theatre and being creative and active.

Timeline

Teaching assistant in primary school/ 1:1 support

St Andrews (Knowsley council)
05.2023 - Current

Private tutor

self employed
05.2018 - 03.2020

Primary school teacher

St Laurences (Knowsley council)
12.2008 - 05.2018

Primary school teacher

Mackets Primary School (Knowsley council)
09.2003 - 07.2006

Primary school teacher

Corinthian Primary School (Liverpool council)
09.2002 - 08.2003

PGCE - Primary school teaching

Liverpool Hope University College
09.2001 - 06.2002

Cashier

Tesco
01.2000 - 08.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education and Sport/English Literature

Liverpool Hope University College
09.1998 - 06.2001

cashier

Iceland
01.1998 - 01.2000

A-Levels - PE

Riverside College
09.1996 - 06.1998

A-Levels - English Literature

Myrtle Street College
09.1996 - 06.1998

cashier

McDonalds
09.1995 - 01.1998

GCSEs - Eng, Eng Lit, Maths, Science, History, French, Art & DT.

Speke Community Comprehensive School
09.1990 - 06.1995
Paula Surridge