Cecilia – Aspiring SEN Teaching Assistant | Compassionate, Motivated, and Ready to Make a Difference
Cecilia is a highly motivated and academically accomplished graduate, eager to start a meaningful career supporting children and young people in educational settings. With a First-Class degree in Criminology and long-term ambitions to become a teacher or child counsellor, she is now seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant role from September. Calm, patient, and reflective, Cecilia brings strong interpersonal skills, a natural empathy, and a deep commitment to inclusive education.
Her voluntary work with children and adults with learning disabilities has shaped her ability to build trust, foster growth, and support pupils’ emotional and academic development.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Criminology: Durham University - First Class
- A Levels: Psychology (A*), Maths (A), Economics (B)
- GCSEs: 8 Graded 8-5 including English and Maths
Experience Summary
Cecilia’s experience spans volunteer mentoring, project leadership, and customer-focused work environments, all of which have strengthened her adaptability, communication skills, and ability to support young people effectively.
- Mentored students from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping develop essential life and learning skills such as teamwork, independence, and public speaking.
- Supported children and adults with learning disabilities through creative social development activities, using patience and empathy to foster inclusion and communication.
- Adapted communication styles to suit pupils with varied needs, showing strong active listening and rapport-building in mentoring roles.
- Brought strong organisational and problem-solving skills to operational roles, demonstrating flexibility and initiative in fast-paced settings.
Key Strengths
- Calm, compassionate, and reflective approach to supporting young people
- Strong communication and mentoring abilities, especially with diverse learners
- Demonstrated patience and empathy in SEN and inclusive education settings
- Organised, proactive, and adaptable to new classroom environments
- Eager to learn from experienced educators and contribute to whole-school life