Zoe Beale
London
Summary
I am a compassionate professional seeking the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, bringing strong communication from prior roles in education and childcare as well as roles in mental health. I am also proficient in creating supportive learning environments and adapting methods to meet diverse needs as I have worked in a variety of learning environments including with forest schools and Montessori style learning. My aim is to foster an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student growth and development. As well as this I am able to organise and facilitate creative activities in the arts and music for students as I also facilitate music workshops.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Early years SEN teaching Assistant
HOOP Recruitment
Cardiff, Glamorgan
2024.05 - 2026.07
- In this position I frequently collaborated with teachers to implement personalised education plans, increasing student progress in a multitude of areas, including communication, activities of daily living and engaging in play.
- I was also able to provide one-to-one support to students, promoting confidence and independence as well as helping with emotional regulation and using sensory resources.
- I was also able to provide emotional support during challenging situations and helped pupils find strategies that would help them during challenging moments. For example, with one pupil when they were distressed they found squeezing oranges to make orange juice very calming.
Occupational therapy student
Cardiff University
Cardiff, Glamorgan
2023.09 - 2026.07
- Throughout my placements I developed a wide variety of individualised treatment plans with focus on patient's specific needs and condition. This varied through a wide range of placement settings, from being on placement in Trauma Wards to in the community and in mental health.
- On my placements I also assisted in arranging equipment for each session, focusing on what would be suitable for each individual and their home environment, ensuring patient focused care.
- In university and on placement I was also able to demonstrate strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles by assisting in patient evaluation and using outcome measures, as well as developing my own outcome measure to use after therapeutic interventions.
- For the recovery through activity programme I also created engaging therapeutic activities, increasing patient participation and interest. These activities involved: exploring the community,art and music and meeting other individuals through social coffees and walks.
Assistant with Healthcare Pilot Project
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Newport, Wales
2025.09 - 2026.03
- In this position I discussed recovery college benefits during Newport-area team meetings for new course intakes.
- I visited potential venues to plan meeting layouts and practical activities.
- I was able to gather creative resources for pilot discussions and collect participant feedback.
Floor staff member
Slug and Lettuce
Bristol, Avon
2022.09 - 2023.08
- I coordinated with team members to ensure efficient service during busy hours with large tables to serve.
- I also was able to manage stock levels efficiently, preventing shortage of particular items during peak hours.
- I was able to ensure suitability and availability of glasses, garnishes, ice and other bar equipment prior to opening hours ensuring readiness for service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - occupational Therapy
Cardiff University
Cardiff 2023.09 - 2026.07
Artist Development Level 4 - Music
Access Creative College
2022.09 - 2023.06
A-Levels - Physics,Chemistry,Maths and Politics
St Mary Redcliffe Temple School
Bristol 2020.09 - 2022.08
Skills
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Nurturing attitude
- Social and life skills support
- Holistic mental health support
- Patience and understanding
- Student safeguarding
- Activity support
- Activity planning and management
Accomplishments
Classical Cello
Guitar
Vocals
Musical Events Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant with Healthcare Pilot Project
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
2025.09 - 2026.03
Early years SEN teaching Assistant
HOOP Recruitment
2024.05 - 2026.07
Occupational therapy student
Cardiff University
2023.09 - 2026.07
Bachelor of Science - occupational Therapy
Cardiff University
2023.09 - 2026.07
Floor staff member
Slug and Lettuce
2022.09 - 2023.08
Artist Development Level 4 - Music
Access Creative College
2022.09 - 2023.06
A-Levels - Physics,Chemistry,Maths and Politics
St Mary Redcliffe Temple School
2020.09 - 2022.08