Adam is an Awesome English Language and Linguistics Graduate keen to Secure a Teaching Assistant or SEND Role
Adam is a confident, charismatic and academically accomplished King’s College London graduate looking to begin his career in education as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant. Open to both primary and secondary settings, he brings excellent communication skills, natural presence and a genuine ability to engage and encourage young people.
With experience leading groups, mentoring younger people and supporting younger musicians, Adam is comfortable taking responsibility, building rapport and helping others develop their confidence. Bright, personable and proactive, he is ready to hit the ground running and would make a positive addition to a school team.
Education & Qualifications
- BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics: King's College London
- A Levels: English Language (A), History (B), English Literature (B) – Ossett Academy & Sixth Form College
- GCSEs: 9 including English Language (9), English Literature (9), History (9), Maths (9), Physics (9), Spanish (9), Biology (8), Chemistry (8) and Music (8)
Experience Summary
Adam combines an impressive academic background with strong leadership, mentoring and people-facing experience. His English Language and Linguistics degree has developed his ability to analyse information, communicate ideas clearly and consider how language and communication can be adapted for different audiences. Alongside university, he has actively sought opportunities to lead, mentor and support others, giving him a strong foundation for working effectively with pupils and staff in a busy school environment.
- Developed confident group leadership skills as a Student Discipleship Groups Assistant Leader at Christ Church Mayfair, preparing and delivering structured studies while encouraging others to participate in discussions.
- Mentored younger people through Woolhampton Ventures & Falcons Christian Camp, supporting sports and equipment activities alongside leading Bible studies and providing encouragement to younger camp members.
- Demonstrated the ability to support and guide younger musicians during several years as a trumpet section leader, coordinating parts and helping others work effectively on areas including dynamics and tempo.
- Brings particularly strong literacy and communication skills, underpinned by an English Language and Linguistics degree and excellent GCSE results across English, Maths and a broad range of academic subjects.
- Developed resilience, initiative and excellent interpersonal skills through more than two years in a busy customer-facing role at Knoops, communicating confidently with colleagues, managers and customers while balancing competing demands.
- Comfortable taking responsibility and speaking in front of groups, having progressed from delivering prepared studies to voluntarily leading unscripted sessions and guiding conversations towards planned learning points.
- Has experience collaborating closely with others and responding positively to training and feedback, including six dedicated training days undertaken as part of his group leadership role.
Key Strengths
- Confident, charismatic and engaging communicator
- Strong academic background with excellent literacy skills
- Natural ability to build rapport and encourage participation
- Experience mentoring and supporting younger people
- Comfortable leading groups and communicating ideas clearly
- Adaptable approach suited to both primary and secondary environments
- Resilient and composed in busy, people-focused settings
- Proactive, responsible and willing to take initiative
- Strong team player with leadership experience
- Genuine enthusiasm for making a positive impact on young people