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Sarah Rigelsford

Chatham,Kent

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive knowledge of the autism spectrum and child behaviour management. Demonstrates exceptional patience and empathy, utilising SEN teaching strategies and positive reinforcement techniques to support children with special educational needs. Certified in first aid and safeguarding practices, with expertise in PMLD. Proficient in call logging, problem resolution, and computer skills, showcasing strong multitasking ability and adaptability. Committed to collaborative teamwork and continuous improvement in providing high-quality care and education.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work history

STA Sen teaching assistant

Five acre wood school
Maidstone, Kent
06.2016 - Current
  • Cultivated positive learning environments through supportive teaching methods.
  • Facilitated active, engaging learning experiences using multi-sensory approaches.
  • Liaised effectively with teachers and parents to maintain open communication.
  • Administered medication according to treatment plans, including gastrostomy.
  • Maintained accurate records of pupil progress to track individual development.
  • Implemented child protection measures to safeguard at-risk children.
  • Established robust classroom routines by providing practical support to staff.
  • Promoted compliance with EYFS curriculum and integration of British values in activities.

Checkout operator, picker packer

Tesco Distribution Centre
Aylesford, Kent
12.2010 - 06.2016
  • Streamlined stock management through effective bagging and packing methods.
  • Facilitated payment transactions, ensuring seamless customer experience.
  • Maintained cleanliness in checkout areas to promote professionalism.
  • Operated till with precision, minimising cash handling errors.
  • Bagged, boxed, and wrapped merchandise to uphold presentation standards.
  • Ensured checkout and store environments remained clean and organised.
  • Completed Think 25 restricted sales training to enhance regulatory compliance.

Pre-school room leader

Little-Uns day nursery
Snodland, Kent
06.2007 - 12.2010
  • Contributed valuable insights in staff meetings, enhancing team collaboration.
  • Managed team to ensure effective room operations.
  • Supported less experienced staff through guidance and mentorship.
  • Maintained cleanliness standards in child-utilised areas.
  • Fostered parent relationships for improved communication.
  • Coordinated with Room Leaders to share best practices.
  • Enhanced learning through creative play and interactive activities.
  • Facilitated parent-teacher meetings, updating on children's progress.

Nursery nurse

Abacus family solutions
Maidstone, Kent
06.2006 - 06.2007
  • Faced redundancy

Apprentice nursery nurse

Academy childcare
Kings Hill, Kent
12.2000 - 06.2006
  • Established trusting relationships with children through effective communication.
  • Created an engaging environment using storytelling, educational games, and art projects.
  • Supervised daily activities, lunch breaks, and rest time to maintain schedule.
  • Worked within established policies to ensure high standards of care.
  • Maintained records of children's daily activities, meals, and medications administered.
  • Responded appropriately to behavioural issues that arose during the day.
  • Obtained first aid certificate to enhance health and safety practices.
  • Carried out cleaning duties around the nursery following hygiene standards.

Sessional worker (weekends)

Anchor foster care
Chatham, Kent
07.2001 - 12.2004
  • Provided respite care services, ensuring relief for primary caregivers.
  • Provided emotional support to children in care, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
  • Supporting children and young people to maintain contact with birth families and siblings(supervising contact)
  • Supported traumatised children through therapeutic techniques, aiding in their emotional healing process.
  • Liaised with social workers for smooth transition of children into foster care system.
  • Prepared healthy meals daily taking into account any dietary restrictions or preferences each child may have had.
  • Organised recreational activities that promoted physical well-being and social interaction amongst foster siblings.
  • Observed and monitored behaviour changes in foster kids; intervened appropriately when necessary.
  • Collaborated with biological parents during visitations; facilitated connection between them and their children without compromising safety guidelines.
  • Developed trustful relationships with children through consistent communication and understanding.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with local authorities about child welfare concerns or incidents occurring under care.
  • Attended regular training sessions to enhance skills in child psychology and behavioural management.
  • Assisted in the development of care plans for individual children, ensuring tailored approaches to their needs.
  • Managed challenging behaviour using effective strategies, creating harmony within foster home.
  • Provided constant reassurance and comfort during times of stress or anxiety experienced by the foster kids.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality at all times, adhering to relevant company policy.
  • Maintained current understanding of developments in safeguarding, youth work, and professional social care.
  • Strengthened young people's ability to navigate risk and challenge.

Education

GCSEs - Educated to gcse level

Aylesford school
,Kent
09/1994 - 06/1999

NVQ Level 1 - Health and social care

Mid Kent college
Gillingham, Kent
09/1999 - 07/2000

NVQ Level 2 - Childcare

Cache medway
Kent
12/2001 - 11/2002

NVQ Level 3 - CCLD childcare

Cache medway
Kent
06/2010 - 11/2010

Skills

Autism spectrum knowledge

  • Child behaviour management
  • Patience and empathy
  • SEN teaching strategies
  • Positive reinforcement techniques
  • First aid certification
  • Safeguarding practices
  • PMLD expertise
  • Call logging skills
  • Problem resolution
  • Computer proficiency
  • Multitasking ability
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Adaptability

Timeline

STA Sen teaching assistant

Five acre wood school
06.2016 - Current

Checkout operator, picker packer

Tesco Distribution Centre
12.2010 - 06.2016

Pre-school room leader

Little-Uns day nursery
06.2007 - 12.2010

Nursery nurse

Abacus family solutions
06.2006 - 06.2007

Sessional worker (weekends)

Anchor foster care
07.2001 - 12.2004

Apprentice nursery nurse

Academy childcare
12.2000 - 06.2006

GCSEs - Educated to gcse level

Aylesford school
09/1994 - 06/1999

NVQ Level 1 - Health and social care

Mid Kent college
09/1999 - 07/2000

NVQ Level 2 - Childcare

Cache medway
12/2001 - 11/2002

NVQ Level 3 - CCLD childcare

Cache medway
06/2010 - 11/2010

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