Aspiring SEN Teaching Assistant | Psychology Graduate | Empathetic and Academically Strong
Alanta is a Psychology graduate from King’s College London with a professional placement year, seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant role from September. She is particularly driven by a desire to support children with special educational needs through empathetic, tailored support rooted in psychological insight. With hands-on experience working with vulnerable children and young people in both research and practical settings, Alanta is academically strong, emotionally intelligent, and committed to creating inclusive learning environments where every child can thrive.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Psychology with Professional Placement Year: King's College London - Predicted Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Sociology (A*), Psychology (A*), Chemistry (B)
- GCSEs: 10 Graded 7-4 including English, Maths and Science
Experience Summary
Alanta is a motivated and compassionate graduate with a strong academic grounding in psychology and practical experience supporting young people with SEN. Her work spans research environments, retail leadership, and educational settings, where she has consistently demonstrated reliability, communication skills, and a child-centred approach.
- Supported SEN children aged 9–16 during her research placement, guiding their participation in psychology studies with professionalism and care.
- Contributed to collaborative research projects involving mental health and educational inclusion, developing skills in data analysis, communication, and safeguarding.
- Held keyholder and supervisory responsibilities in customer service roles, demonstrating leadership, accountability, and strong organisational ability.
- Managed stock and coordinated staff in high-pressure retail settings, honing her ability to remain calm, efficient, and solutions-focused under pressure.
Key Strengths
- Genuine passion for SEN support and inclusive education
- Empathetic communicator with experience working with vulnerable children
- Academically strong with published research experience
- Reliable, organised, and proactive in fast-paced team environments
- Aspiring Educational Psychologist with a long-term commitment to child development