Stephanie Newton
Colwyn Bay,Conwy
Summary
Enthusiastic teacher assistant with a focus on supporting vulnerable students with diverse needs in an inclusive environment. Effective in teamwork, establishing positive connections with students and staff. Strong understanding of safeguarding combined with a nurturing and patient approach.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Teacher Assistant (ISB)
Ysgol Bryn Elian
Colwyn Bay , Conwy
2024.06 - Current
- Provide tailored support to vulnerable students with diverse learning needs.
- Differentiate learning activities to suit individual needs and learning styles.
- Building trusting student rapport promoting confidence, engagement and emotional wellbeing.
- Contribute to safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environments.
- Follow safeguarding policies and procedures.
Teacher Assistant
Excell Supply
Mold, Flintshire
2023.11 - 2024.06
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
- Assisted with classroom organisation, supervised students during lunchtimes and educational visits.
- Worked across different schools and year groups, adapting to new environments and routines.
- Supported individuals in small groups to develope literacy, numeracy and social skills.
Teacher Assistant (supply)
Ysgol Pen Y Bryn
Colwyn Bay, Conwy
2023.01 - 2023.12
- Provided classroom support.
- Assisted teachers in delivering engaging learning activities.
- Encouraged positive behaviour and helped maintain a safe learning environment.
Playgroup assistant
Upper Colwyn Bay Playgroup
Colwyn Bay, Conwy
2021.07 - 2022.09
- Engaged parents and carers with regular updates on their child's progress at playgroup.
- Carried out observations and made progress reports.
- Organised story-telling sessions that enhanced listening skills amongst young learners.
- Helped children with daily routines.
- Creative learning activities for enhancing cognitive abilities.
Senior sales assistant
Debenhams
Llandudno , Conwy
2008.03 - 2020.06
- Adhered strictly to company policies whilst handling cash transactions.
- Conducted sales training to increase staff product knowledge and improve selling techniques.
- Supervise and supported team members with daily tasks.
Education
Supporting Teaching and Learning - Cache Level 3
De Montfort College
2022-11
GCSEs -
Eirias High School
Colwyn Bay2001-09
Skills
- ALN support
- Inclusive education principles
- Reading intervention strategies
- Child safeguarding
- Working as part of a team
- Patients, empathy and nurturing approach
Additional Information
Reading
Cycling
Spending time with my family
Timeline
Teacher Assistant (ISB)
Ysgol Bryn Elian
2024.06 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Excell Supply
2023.11 - 2024.06
Teacher Assistant (supply)
Ysgol Pen Y Bryn
2023.01 - 2023.12
Playgroup assistant
Upper Colwyn Bay Playgroup
2021.07 - 2022.09
Senior sales assistant
Debenhams
2008.03 - 2020.06
Supporting Teaching and Learning - Cache Level 3
De Montfort College
GCSEs -
Eirias High School