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Rhian Hughes

Llannerch-y-medd,Anglesey

Summary

I have three children which has shaped me into the responsible and caring person I am today.

I am an experienced and reliable individual with a nurturing personality, well-suited for many roles within the care sector.

I possess good communication and organisational skills in both Welsh and English.

I aim to provide positive and engaging learning environment to help children to thrive.

I am a dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.

I am able to receive instructions and complete to the best of my ability.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teaching assistant

Anglesey County Council
Ysgol Gymuned Llanfechell
09.2021 - Current
  • Working under the guidance of teachers and school management team.
  • Assisting teachers to support students either individually or in groups. Ensuring that every child has access to education based on individual needs, within a safe and comfortable environment.
  • Under instructions and guidance of teachers, I assist children during their day so they can understand and follow daily routine.
  • Examples of tasks I complete in a day - group focus tasks, individual/group reading, preparing snacks, assisting children with SEN, exercise sessions, preparing worksheets, setting out activities in different areas of class, conducting Elsa sessions for children who need emotional support.
  • Administering first aid when needed.

Teaching assistant

Anglesey County Council
Ysgol Gynradd Llanfairpwll
07.2016 - 01.2017
  • Enhanced learning experiences for children aged three to four years through focused care.
  • Coordinated with educators to fulfil daily responsibilities and ensure a safe environment.
  • Led 'Children's Cafe' snack time, fostering community among children.
  • Arranged learning spaces while modelling good language practices for improved communication.

Teaching assistant

Anglesey County Council
Ysgol Gymuned y Fali
09.2010 - 07.2016
  • Completed daily tasks under teachers' guidance while ensuring children's safety.
  • Facilitated access to education for every child in the school.
  • Assisted teachers in providing individual and group support to students.
  • Adhered to school policies and guidelines throughout all responsibilities.

Adult Support Worker

Cartrefi Cymru
08.2005 - 07.2008
  • Tailored personal care services to meet specific client requirements.
  • Engaged clients in community activities to foster social connections.
  • Supported completion of daily tasks, including cooking and household chores.
  • Prepared meals with a focus on nutrition and dietary preferences.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene routines to respect client dignity.
  • Empowered clients by assisting them in independent decision-making.
  • Administered medications with precision and documented appropriately.
  • Encouraged a supportive atmosphere for fulfilling life goals.

Teaching assistant

Anglesey County Council
Ysgol Gymuned y Fali
09.2002 - 07.2005
  • Assisted a child with learning difficulties to complete tasks independently.
  • Promoted active engagement in class activities to build confidence.
  • Created activities aimed at strengthening numeracy and writing skills.
  • Fostered a positive relationship with parents while collaborating with the teacher.
  • Ensured safety of pupils during extracurricular activities for an accident-free environment.
  • Oversaw students during breaks to maintain safe environment.

Education

BTEC National In Early Years - Child development

Coleg Menai
Llangefni, Anglesey
09.2000 - 07.2002

GCSEs -

Ysgol Uwchradd Bodedern
Bodedern, Anglesey
/1999 - /2000

Skills

    Completed many online courses within the past 4 years including - Safeguarding, Recognising signs of abuse, Fire Marshall and Data Protection

    In 2024, Completed ELSA programme which is aimed to help support children's emotional wellbeing

    First spoken and written language is Welsh but am both able and confident in speaking English and Welsh

    Am able to work confidently as part of a group and independently and consider myself to have very good listening and communication skills

    Am caring, considerate and an empathic person and thrive upon working to the best of my ability

    Have full Uk driving licence and have no driving convictions

    Currently have updated DBS at current work place

Affiliations

  • Baking
  • Walking
  • Farming
  • Animals
  • Arts & Crafts

Timeline

Teaching assistant

Anglesey County Council
09.2021 - Current

Teaching assistant

Anglesey County Council
07.2016 - 01.2017

Teaching assistant

Anglesey County Council
09.2010 - 07.2016

Adult Support Worker

Cartrefi Cymru
08.2005 - 07.2008

Teaching assistant

Anglesey County Council
09.2002 - 07.2005

BTEC National In Early Years - Child development

Coleg Menai
09.2000 - 07.2002

GCSEs -

Ysgol Uwchradd Bodedern
/1999 - /2000
Rhian Hughes