Casey – Aspiring SEN Teaching Assistant | Psychology Graduate
Casey is a confident and empathetic Psychology graduate eager to begin a career as a SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant from September. With aspirations to become a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Casey brings a powerful combination of emotional intelligence, charisma, and academic insight to every role he takes on.
His background in childcare, team sports, and high-pressure hospitality environments has honed his ability to support and connect with young people—making him an exciting and capable addition to any inclusive school setting.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Psychology: University of Liverpool - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Psychology (A), Biology (B), History (B)
- GCSEs: 10 Graded A-B including English, Maths and Science
Experience Summary
Casey is a Psychology graduate with a strong foundation in behaviour support, child development, and empathetic care. He is driven to apply his academic background in real-life classroom settings and is especially suited to roles that support children with additional needs.
- Provided one-to-one care and emotional regulation support as a self-employed babysitter for children aged 7–12.
- Developed communication, safety awareness, and rapport-building skills as First Mate on a client-facing fishing charter.
- Supported high-volume hospitality operations at Liverpool FC, demonstrating teamwork and composure under pressure.
- Maintained multiple NHS sites through a grounds maintenance role, showing responsibility, independence, and attention to detail.
Key Strengths
- Emotionally intelligent and empathetic, with experience supporting children’s wellbeing
- Confident communicator and team player with leadership experience in sports
- Passionate about mental health and inclusive education
- Calm under pressure, with a mature and professional approach to responsibility
- Motivated to build long-term experience toward a career in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy