Steffie Myall
South Benfleet,Essex
Summary
Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor and registered member of The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). Works with empathy and open-mindedness, creating a confidential and non-judgemental environment which facilitates mental health support, tailored to the individual.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
School Counsellor Volunteer
The Sweyne Park School
Rayleigh, Essex
2023.04 - 2023.07
- Upheld counselling best practise across departments by consistently adhering to BACP ethical framework guidelines.
- Upheld stringent safeguarding procedures.
- Facilitated 1-1 integrative therapy with students, supporting with neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, domestic violence and familial conflict.
- Referred struggling students to mental health support, Young Carer support, gang culture interventions and vocational-related activities to help cope with problems.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, focusing on social literacy, emotional regulation, communication and empathy.
- Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
Adult Counsellor Volunteer
St. John's Church of England Primary School
Danbury, Essex
2022.04 - 2023.04
- Upheld counselling best practise across departments by consistently adhering to BACP ethical framework guidelines.
- Upheld stringent safeguarding procedures.
- Provided integrative therapeutic counselling support to parents dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, familial conflict, domestic violence and trauma.
- Made timely and effective referrals to further mental health support groups and resources.
- Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
Key Stage 2 Intervention Primary Teacher
Hockley Primary School
Hockley, Essex
2022.09 - 2023.08
- Planned and delivered Literacy and Mathematics to students in preparation for KS2 SATs.
- Prepared differentiated learning materials for students with Special Educational Needs, and tailored lessons to students exceeding expectations.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational needs.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and practical engagement methods.
Private Primary Education Tutor
Self-employed
Hockley, Essex
2022.09 - 2023.08
- Provided engaging group and 1:1 lesson support to help students achieve optimum academic results.
- Monitored students' assessment information to identify areas of improvement and build confidence.
- Provided individualised learning opportunities based on unique interests, to maximise engagement.
- Enthusiastically taught students a variety of Primary Curriculum areas, including a focus on Social and Emotional development.
Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher
Westerings Primary Academy
Hockley, Essex
2021.01 - 2022.08
- Established creative, informative schemes of work, resulting in increased standards in Early Years provision.
- Built close relationships with local schools to facilitate smooth transition for children moving to a Reception setting.
- Helped children to achieve significant improvements in Prime Area skills through effective use of child initiated play and adult led learning opportunities.
- Promoted positive child safety and wellbeing through continued adherence to rigorous safeguarding measures.
- Developed and delivered specific training and workshops to parents, to facilitate a positive working relationship, and to improve standards.
- Maximised achievement of children with special education needs, applying positive reinforcement strategies to boost confidence and understanding.
- Implemented Personal, Social and Emotional Development activities to promote child well being.
Year 5 English Teacher
Hockley Primary School
Hockley, Essex
2020.09 - 2020.12
- Planned engaging schemes of work as part of a 'Recovery Curriculum' initiative, following lost education time during the pandemic.
- Provided additional support to struggling students, promoting improved academic confidence in English.
- Created vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions.
- Delivered key Literary academic concepts using engaging teaching methods, improving student understanding.
Early Years Teacher and Department Leader
Hockley Primary School
Hockley, Essex
2010.09 - 2019.12
- Organised a physical and emotional Early Years environment that was conducive to high-quality play and learning, with a strong focus on social and emotional well being.
- Planned, delivered and assessed engaging and stimulating learning opportunities across the Early Years Curriculum, focusing on the facilitation of child initiated play and adult led learning opportunities.
- Managed a team of teaching and support staff, to ensure the smooth running of a high quality Early Years setting.
- Planned and delivered educational training to Early Career Teachers.
- Planned and delivered educational workshops to parents.
- Raised Early Years standards from an Ofsted rating of 'Requires Improvement' to 'Outstanding'.
Education
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling - Counselling and Psychotherapy
The Listening Post C.I.C
Essex 2021.09 - 2023.07
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies - Counselling
The Listening Post C.I.C
Essex 2020.09 - 2021.07
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills - Counselling
The Counsel House
Essex 2019.09 - 2020.07
BA (Hons) Primary Education Degree with QTS - Primary Education
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury 2007.09 - 2010.07
A-Levels - English Literature
Seevic College
Essex 2005.09 - 2007.07
A-Levels - Psychology
Seevic College
Essex 2005.09 - 2007.07
A-Levels - Philosophy
Seevic College
Essex 2005.09 - 2007.07
A-Levels - General Studies
Seevic College
Essex 2005.09 - 2007.07
Advanced Education Award - Psychology
Seevic College
Essex 2005.09 - 2007.07
AS Level - Classical Civilisation
Seevic College
Essex 2005.09 - 2007.07
GCSEs - English Language
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
Essex 2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - English Literature
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
Essex 2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
Essex 2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - Double Science
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
Essex 2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - French
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
Essex 2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - History
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
Essex 2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - Citizenship
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
Essex 2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - Religious Studies
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
Essex 2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - ICT
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
Essex 2000.09 - 2005.07
Skills
- Registered therapeutic counsellor
- Confidentiality focused
- Integrative counselling approaches
- Creative therapeutic techniques
- Empathetic communicator
- Engaging group therapy facilitator
- Individualised therapy tailoring
- LGBTQIA specialist
- Background in education
- Safeguarding procedure adherence
- GDPR compliant
- Suicide risk assessments
Timeline
School Counsellor Volunteer
The Sweyne Park School
2023.04 - 2023.07
Key Stage 2 Intervention Primary Teacher
Hockley Primary School
2022.09 - 2023.08
Private Primary Education Tutor
Self-employed
2022.09 - 2023.08
Adult Counsellor Volunteer
St. John's Church of England Primary School
2022.04 - 2023.04
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling - Counselling and Psychotherapy
The Listening Post C.I.C
2021.09 - 2023.07
Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher
Westerings Primary Academy
2021.01 - 2022.08
Year 5 English Teacher
Hockley Primary School
2020.09 - 2020.12
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies - Counselling
The Listening Post C.I.C
2020.09 - 2021.07
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills - Counselling
The Counsel House
2019.09 - 2020.07
Early Years Teacher and Department Leader
Hockley Primary School
2010.09 - 2019.12
BA (Hons) Primary Education Degree with QTS - Primary Education
Canterbury Christ Church University
2007.09 - 2010.07
A-Levels - English Literature
Seevic College
2005.09 - 2007.07
A-Levels - Psychology
Seevic College
2005.09 - 2007.07
A-Levels - Philosophy
Seevic College
2005.09 - 2007.07
A-Levels - General Studies
Seevic College
2005.09 - 2007.07
Advanced Education Award - Psychology
Seevic College
2005.09 - 2007.07
AS Level - Classical Civilisation
Seevic College
2005.09 - 2007.07
GCSEs - English Language
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - English Literature
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - Double Science
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - French
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - History
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - Citizenship
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - Religious Studies
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
2000.09 - 2005.07
GCSEs - ICT
Furtherwick Park Secondary School
2000.09 - 2005.07