Zachary Vigar
Guildford,Surrey
Summary
I am a dedicated teacher. I am enthusiastic about my students' progress and have worked within several challenging environments with a range of needs while working as a Special Needs Assistant. During my time at South Farnham Scitt, I have worked as a Reception teacher and soon will be attending my second placement in KS2.
I am looking for a school in which to complete my ECT years working within EYFS.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Trainee Teacher
Stoughton Infants School
Guildford, Surrey
09.2025 - Current
- Worked within Reception with a class of 30 students with a range of needs.
- This was part of my training with South Farnham SCITT while I completed CPD to develop my teaching skills.
- Assisted in maintaining a positive classroom environment conducive to effective learning.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies and skills.
- Delivered lessons according to school curriculum guidelines; ensured consistency in teaching standards across all classrooms.
- Demonstrated patience whilst addressing behavioural issues among students.
- Assisted lead teachers in curriculum planning and implementation.
Personal Assistant for a child with autism (2:1)
Surrey Independent Living Charity
Guildford, Surrey
07.2024 - Current
- Supported the child with autism in daily activities to foster independence and social skills.
- Coordinated communication between child, family, and educational professionals to ensure consistent support.
- Encouraged positive behaviour through reinforcement techniques and structured routines in various settings.
- Supported the child with emotional regulation
- Responsible for the implementation of communication methods, AAC, and PECs
- Responsible for safeguarding and supporting the child and family.
- Worked 2:1 alongside my co-worker to coordinate days out, help the student access the community, and develop their independence.
- Advocate for their needs in communication, social, and emotional well-being.
Bank Special Needs Assistant
The Ridgeway School Farnham
Farnham, Surrey
09.2024 - 07.2025
- While at university returned to my placement school, supporting students part-time across the school, covering absence for SNAs, filling in different classes routinely
- Quickly adapt and build relationships with a range of students
- Absorbed and implemented behaviour plans, medical plans, PEEPS and quick facts about the child.
- Supporting personal care and day-to-day independence.
Special Needs Assistant Placement Year Student
The Ridgeway School Farnham
Farnham, Surrey
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted students with special needs in daily activities and academic tasks.
- Worked with non-verbal students, promoting communication first approaches and meaningful interaction to support their independence.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop tailored educational plans for individual students.
- Supported implementation of behaviour management strategies to promote positive engagement.
- Facilitated communication between students, staff, and parents to enhance learning outcomes.
- Created a safe and inclusive learning environment to encourage student participation.
- Administered medication under supervision as needed, ensuring student health and safety at all times.
- Carried out daily living tasks for increased independence among students.
- Supported children with physical disabilities during lunchtimes and breaks, promoting social inclusion amongst peers.
Cash Office Admin
B&Q
Guildford, Surrey
08.2019 - Current
- 2019-2024 A customer advisor within the Seasonal department
- I was responsible for the maintenance and ordering of plants for the garden centre, as well as the completion of customer orders and stocking duties.
- 2024 Moved to the Front End department, where I became the Cash Office Admin. I became responsible for managing our cash office, ensuring high standards around cash handling were maintained.
- Coordinated reconciliation of cash registers with sales reports to identify discrepancies.
- Managed cash handling procedures to ensure accurate daily financial reporting.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain an organised cash office environment.
- Assisted in training new staff on cash management protocols and procedures.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies necessary for daily cash operations.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures in all cash office activities.
Education
Qualified Teacher Status - Education
QTS - South Farnham Scitt Student
Farnham, Surrey 08.2025 -
PGCE - Education
University of Brighton
Brighton, Brighton and Hove 08.2025 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Surrey
Guildford 09.2021 - 07.2025
Skills
- Behavioural management techniques
- Patience and resilience
- Knowledge of teaching standards
- Positive reinforcement use
- Adaptability in teaching styles
- Curriculum development understanding
- Learning assessment tools
- Special education knowledge
- Child safety procedures
- Risk evaluation procedures
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- 1:1 learning support
- Autism Spectrum Disorder support
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities teaching
- Inclusive learning strategies
- Early childhood education
- Individual Education Plans (IEP)
Timeline
Trainee Teacher
Stoughton Infants School
09.2025 - Current
Qualified Teacher Status - Education
QTS - South Farnham Scitt Student
08.2025 -
PGCE - Education
University of Brighton
08.2025 -
Bank Special Needs Assistant
The Ridgeway School Farnham
09.2024 - 07.2025
Personal Assistant for a child with autism (2:1)
Surrey Independent Living Charity
07.2024 - Current
Special Needs Assistant Placement Year Student
The Ridgeway School Farnham
07.2023 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Surrey
09.2021 - 07.2025
Cash Office Admin
B&Q
08.2019 - Current