Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant | Empathetic, Experienced, and Focused on Inclusive Support
Anna is a Psychology and Criminology graduate currently completing a Master’s in Criminology and Criminal Justice, with a strong foundation in early years education and extensive experience supporting children with additional needs. Her roles in nurseries, specialist settings, and voluntary organisations reflect a consistent commitment to inclusive practice, safeguarding, and child-centred support.
With a calm, structured, and emotionally intelligent approach, Anna is now seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant role in a primary school where she can work 1:1 or with small groups to make a lasting impact on young learners' development.
Education & Qualifications
- MA Criminology and Criminal Justice: Northumbria University - (Due to Complete)
- BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminology: Northumbria University - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Early Years Education (A*)
- GCSEs: 6 Graded A-C including English, Maths and Science
- CPD: Mental Health & Safeguarding
- CPD: Victim Support - Crisis Intervention, Safeguarding at-risk individuals and Providing Emotional Support.
- CPD: Counselling and Understanding
Experience Summary
Anna is an experienced, compassionate practitioner who has worked across nursery, care, and advocacy roles to support children with SEN, emotional needs, and developmental challenges. Her ability to build trust, deliver tailored support, and collaborate with professionals makes her a strong addition to any school team.
- Provided inclusive early years support at St Gabriel’s and Busy Bees nurseries, working closely with SENCOs to adapt activities for children with additional needs.
- Delivered specialist SEN care at SEND to Learn, implementing personalised support plans and promoting developmental progress.
- Mentored young girls through The Girls’ Network, building trust and helping design future pathway plans for pupils from challenging backgrounds.
- Gained trauma-informed care experience through private support work and Barnardo’s advocacy, demonstrating strong emotional insight and safeguarding awareness.
- Developed skills in observation, behaviour support, and multi-agency collaboration, with ongoing training in mental health and safeguarding.
Key Strengths
- Practical SEN experience in both early years and small group support roles
- Emotionally intelligent and trauma-informed, with strong safeguarding knowledge
- Skilled at adapting learning through play and structure for pupils with additional needs
- Calm, dependable, and committed to creating inclusive, nurturing environments
- Experienced in liaising with SENCOs and external professionals to deliver holistic support