Wendy Houlton
Poole,Dorset
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in understanding individual learning styles and one-on-one coaching. Skilled in learning style adaptation and lesson planning, ensuring tailored educational experiences. Committed to fostering an environment that supports diverse learning needs and enhances student engagement.
Dedicated Learning Mentor with 14 years of experience supporting and developing EYFS, Key stage 1 and 2 students with additional behavioural needs. Working compassionately and tirelessly to build productive, professional relationships, achieving positive outcomes in academic and social growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Learning mentor / Class lead
Broadstone First School
Poole, Dorset
02.2025 - Current
- Mentored students by providing tailored support to enhance their learning experience.
- Implemented engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles and needs.
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behaviour and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Coordinated activities that promoted teamwork and collaboration among students.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with parents to support student progress.
- Organised resources and materials to facilitate effective lesson delivery and learning.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to encourage academic growth.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to refine mentoring techniques and strategies.
- Identified potential learning barriers for individualised remedial strategies implementation.
- Reinforced positive behaviour in classrooms, fostering a respectful and disciplined environment.
1:1 teaching assistant
Broadstone First School
Poole, Dorset
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Assisted students with individual learning plans to enhance educational engagement.
- Supported classroom teacher in delivering tailored instruction and promoting positive behaviour.
- Facilitated communication between students and educators to ensure understanding of lesson objectives.
- Adapted learning materials and resources to meet diverse needs of students in one-on-one settings.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to encourage growth and development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create inclusive learning environments for all students.
- Organised educational activities that fostered creativity and critical thinking among students.
- Encouraged positive behaviour by modelling respect and kindness during interactions.
- Prepared custom learning materials for student engagement.
Childcare assistant
St Mary's First School and nursery
Bournemouth, Dorset
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted in creating engaging activities that promoted children's social and emotional development.
- Supported daily routines to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for all children.
- Collaborated with educators to implement lesson plans that aligned with developmental milestones.
- Monitored children's behaviour and provided guidance to encourage positive interactions.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily activities.
- Organised educational materials and resources to facilitate smooth classroom operations.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in child development and care.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere that encouraged children to explore and learn freely.
- Prepared craft materials encouraging creativity among children.
Unqualified art teacher
Talbot House Preparatory School
Bournemouth, Dorset
01.2012 - 08.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans that inspired creativity and critical thinking among students.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment that encouraged artistic expression and collaboration.
- Implemented diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Coordinated art exhibitions to showcase student work and promote appreciation for the arts.
- Mentored students in developing their artistic skills and personal style through constructive feedback.
- Evaluated student progress and provided tailored support to help them achieve their artistic goals.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate art across the curriculum and enhance overall learning experience.
- Established clear objectives for each lesson and communicated those objectives to students effectively.
- Fostered creativity by designing innovative lesson plans.
- Utilised variety of teaching methods to cater diverse learning styles.
- Encouraged individual expression through various art mediums.
Graphic Designer
Rediset
Poole, Dorset
02.2001 - 03.2007
- Developed innovative design concepts for various digital and print media.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project objectives.
- Executed high-quality graphics for branding, marketing campaigns, and promotional materials.
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Utilised advanced software tools for improved efficiency in graphic design production.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills whilst juggling multiple deadlines.
- Presented fresh design ideas to management, driving forward creative vision within the company.
- Worked closely with clients to create bespoke designs, meeting their unique needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood and Youth Studies
The Open University
02.2006 - 03.2017
Higher National Diploma - Graphic Design and Illustration
Bournemouth Arts Institute
09.2000 - 07.2003
A-Levels - Maths and Art
Ferndown Upper School
Bournemouth 09.1997 - 06.1999
Skills
- Understanding individual learning styles
- One-On-One coaching
- Learning style adaptation
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Learning mentor / Class lead
Broadstone First School
02.2025 - Current
1:1 teaching assistant
Broadstone First School
01.2023 - 02.2025
Childcare assistant
St Mary's First School and nursery
09.2019 - 01.2021
Unqualified art teacher
Talbot House Preparatory School
01.2012 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Childhood and Youth Studies
The Open University
02.2006 - 03.2017
Graphic Designer
Rediset
02.2001 - 03.2007
Higher National Diploma - Graphic Design and Illustration
Bournemouth Arts Institute
09.2000 - 07.2003
A-Levels - Maths and Art
Ferndown Upper School
09.1997 - 06.1999