Samantha hobson
Paignton,Devon
Summary
I am a practiced teaching assistant with good time management, conflict resolution and relationship-building abilities. Focused on maintaining positive learning environment to promote pupil growth and development. Advanced with administrative software and confident in operating class equipment.
I have worked primarily as a 1:1 teaching assistant which has meant I have built positive relationships with the child and parents as well as professional relationships with my peers and external practitioners who would also work with the children.
I have been able to support other children within the classroom when they have shown anxieties or worries. This has been through talking, drawing and calming mindful techniques.
I completed my Bachelors of Art degree and my Foundation degree whilst working full time, alongside looking after my two children as a single parent.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
One-on-One Teaching Assistant
Roselands Primary School
Paignton, Devon
03.2018 - Current
- Applied pupil assessment information to personalise support for students struggling with classwork
- Encouraged pupils to work together to complete projects and solve problems.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging pupil behaviour, conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
- Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
- Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small pupil groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
- Offered pupils personalised support during in-class activities and projects.
- Adapt work for pupils to access what is being taught within the classroom
- Offer pastoral support to pupil who require it
pastoral teaching assistant
Roselands Primary School
Paignton, Devon
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Ensured strict data confidentiality throughout pastoral care to maintain respect and dignity of pupils.
- Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
- Promoted independence and positive wellbeing when working children.
- Built positive, productive relationships for enhanced social support.
- Provided Lego Therapy to support with communication and social situations.
- Facilitated small group activities to ensure safe spaces for pupils to talk with their peers and partake in play.
- Promoted activities to support pupils with their wellbeing and anxieties.
Registered Childminder
Self employed
Paignton, Devon
10.2013 - 02.2020
- Built and maintained transparent relationships with parents and caregivers to collaboratively resolve behavioral issues and facilitate cohesive care.
- Maintained strict compliance with Ofsted standards to maintain safeguard, wellbeing and safety.
- Accompanied children to parks and play spaces, providing diligent supervision for maximised child safety.
- Supervised numerous children of varying ages, consistently promoting safe, developmentally appropriate childcare practices.
- Prepared healthy snacks and meals according to individual needs, promoting positive nutrition and wellbeing.
- Cared for children and completed associated household tasks with professionalism and efficiency.
- Communicated with parents regularly, providing comforting updates on child's happiness, safety and wellbeing.
- Maintained clean, tidy areas within the home to mitigate potential health and safety risks to children in care.
- Supervised children during rest and relaxation periods to maintain safety and facilitate mental and physical development.
Credit Controller
Diageo
Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
03.2004 - 01.2008
- Chased clients to procure payments in line with agreed terms and conditions.
- Oversaw correct daily account balancing process.
- Assessed customer compliance with repayment schedules through thorough account reviews.
- Informed new customers on up-to-date credit terms and conditions.
- Negotiated payment plans suitable for clients.
- Contacted customers about overdue payments by phone, letter and email.
Credit Controller
Viridor
Taunton, Somerset
03.2000 - 01.2004
- Chased clients to procure payments in line with agreed terms and conditions.
- Oversaw correct daily account balancing process.
- Assessed customer compliance with repayment schedules through thorough account reviews.
- Informed new customers on up-to-date credit terms and conditions.
Credit Controller
OnDigital
Plymouth, Devon
03.1998 - 02.2000
- Chased clients to procure payments in line with agreed terms and conditions.
- Oversaw correct daily account balancing process.
- Assessed customer compliance with repayment schedules through thorough account reviews.
- Informed new customers on up-to-date credit terms and conditions.
Cashier
Lloyds Bank
Plymouth, Devon
10.1995 - 02.1998
- Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
- Delivered outstanding customer care with proactive sales and listening skills.
- Used cash registers and POS systems to request and record customer orders and compute transactions.
- Educated customers on promotions, offers and special events to enhance product sales.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood and Youth Studies
University of Plymouth
Plymouth 09.2022 - 06.2023
Foundation Degree in Arts - Teaching and Learning
University of Plymouth
Plymouth 09.2019 - 06.2021
NVQ Level 2 - Helping Hands
South Devon College
Paignton 01.2016 - 06.2016
A-Levels - Mathematic
John Kitto Community College
Plymouth 09.1993 - 06.1995
GCSEs -
John Kitto Communiuty College
Plymouth 09.1988 - 06.1993
Skills
- Excellent communication Skills
- Able to build positive and professional relationships with children, peers and families/carers
- Computer literate
- Know when to ask for help and support
- Excellent time management skills
- Able to listen when a person is speaking
- Offer support to help children make informed choices
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood and Youth Studies
University of Plymouth
09.2022 - 06.2023
pastoral teaching assistant
Roselands Primary School
03.2022 - 08.2022
Foundation Degree in Arts - Teaching and Learning
University of Plymouth
09.2019 - 06.2021
One-on-One Teaching Assistant
Roselands Primary School
03.2018 - Current
NVQ Level 2 - Helping Hands
South Devon College
01.2016 - 06.2016
Registered Childminder
Self employed
10.2013 - 02.2020
Credit Controller
Diageo
03.2004 - 01.2008
Credit Controller
Viridor
03.2000 - 01.2004
Credit Controller
OnDigital
03.1998 - 02.2000
Cashier
Lloyds Bank
10.1995 - 02.1998
A-Levels - Mathematic
John Kitto Community College
09.1993 - 06.1995
GCSEs -
John Kitto Communiuty College
09.1988 - 06.1993
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