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Spencer O'Connell

Spencer O'Connell

Hereford

Summary

A compassionate and highly motivated graduate currently completing postgraduate study, with strong experience supporting the education, care and welfare of young people. Demonstrated expertise in pastoral youth leadership, mentoring, and emotional support through church-based work, alongside professional administrative and creative media roles. Skilled in building positive relationships, supporting wellbeing, and helping young people develop confidence and resilience. Proficient in supporting pupil learning, behaviour reinforcement, one-to-one mentoring, safeguarding awareness, communication with children, staff and parents, emotional wellbeing support, classroom assistance, IT skills (Word, PowerPoint, Canva, Photoshop), organisation and teamwork. Seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant role to contribute to pupil development under the direction of teaching staff and the Headteacher.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Pastoral support mentor

Voluntary
Hereford , Herefordshire
2025.08 - Current

Supporting young people aged 11–16 through group leadership and one-to-one mentoring focused on wellbeing, confidence and emotional support.

  • Improved student wellbeing by providing regular pastoral support sessions.
  • Provided guidance on personal issues, resulting in more focused learning experiences.
  • Ensured safeguarding procedures were adhered to consistently whilst dealing with sensitive matters.
  • Conducted mentoring sessions, promoting self-esteem and confidence amongst students.

Part Time Admin Assistant

Jenks Associates Ltd
Hereford, Herefordshire
2024.06 - Current

General Office administration taks, document creation, creating word reports, office presentations, and design work using Canva and Photoshop.

  • Coordinated office operations by handling phone inquiries, managing correspondence and supervising office cleanliness.
  • Updated company databases by inputting new employee contact information and employment details.
  • Interacted professionally with clients providing excellent service at all times.
  • Facilitated internal communication.

POart Tiem shop assistant

The Works
Hereford, Herefordshire
2024.10 - 2025.06
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and handling complaints professionally.
  • Handled cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions.
  • Built rapport with frequent shoppers to foster loyal customer base.
  • Assisted customers in finding desired items to enhance their shopping experience.
  • Promoted sales and special promotions to increase store revenue.
  • Managed stock levels on shop floor for continuous product availability.
  • Completed restocking swiftly post delivery arrival to ensure immediate product availability.
  • Coordinated closely with management on shop floor layouts and visual merchandising.
  • Assisted in inventory counts, maintaining accurate records.
  • Handled queries regarding products, providing detailed information as necessary.
  • Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
  • Delivered personalised customer service with a smile to promote return custom.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports Media

Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff
2023.09 - 2024.09

Master of Science - Sports Media

Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff
2020.09 - 2023.06

A-Levels - English

Ebbw Fawr Comprehensive School
Ebbw Vale
2019.09 - 2020.06

GCSEs -

Ebbw Fawr School
Ebbw Vale

Skills

A compassionate and highly motivated graduate currently completing postgraduate study, with strong experience supporting the education, care and welfare of young people Experienced in pastoral youth leadership, mentoring and emotional support through church-based work, alongside professional administrative and creative media roles Skilled in building positive relationships, supporting wellbeing, and helping young people develop confidence and resilience Seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant role supporting pupils under the direction of teaching staff and the Headteacher

KEY SKILLS

Supporting pupil learning, care and welfare

Behaviour support and positive reinforcement

One-to-one mentoring and pastoral care

Safeguarding awareness

Communication with children, staff and parents

Emotional wellbeing support

Classroom and learning support

IT skills (Word, PowerPoint, Canva, Photoshop)

Organisation and teamwork

Calm, patient and approachable nature

Affiliations

  • A huge rugby and football fan, keen photographer / videographer. Enjoy wild camping and being out in the hills in nature

Timeline

Pastoral support mentor

Voluntary
2025.08 - Current

POart Tiem shop assistant

The Works
2024.10 - 2025.06

Part Time Admin Assistant

Jenks Associates Ltd
2024.06 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Sports Media

Cardiff Metropolitan University
2023.09 - 2024.09

Master of Science - Sports Media

Cardiff Metropolitan University
2020.09 - 2023.06

A-Levels - English

Ebbw Fawr Comprehensive School
2019.09 - 2020.06

GCSEs -

Ebbw Fawr School
Spencer O'Connell