Aspiring Secondary Teacher, Humanities & Social Science - Engaging and Motivated
Eleanor is a warm, passionate Criminology graduate with her sights firmly set on a career in secondary teaching. With a particular interest in Humanities, Social Sciences, and English, she is now seeking a Teaching Assistant role from September to gain essential school-based experience before embarking on teacher training.
Eleanor brings natural empathy, intellectual curiosity, and a deep desire to empower young people to believe in their abilities and engage confidently with learning.
Education & Qualifications
- BA (Hons) Criminology: University of Brighton - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Health and Social Care (A), Sociology (B), Psychology (C)
- GCSEs: 10 Graded 9-4 including English, Maths and Science
Experience Summary
Eleanor is a confident and community-minded graduate with excellent transferable skills gained from high-pressure customer service roles and academic study. While new to the school environment, she offers maturity, emotional intelligence, and a readiness to learn—making her an asset to any secondary team.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills through customer-facing roles in hospitality and retail, including at Five Guys and The Old Rectory Hotel.
- Developed administrative efficiency and professionalism as a receptionist at Harp Care, managing calls, appointments, and client records.
- Excels in fast-paced, team-based environments where reliability, empathy, and a positive attitude are essential.
- Brings a thoughtful and reflective approach to working with young people, grounded in her academic background in Criminology and Social Sciences.
Key Strengths
- Passionate about inclusive education and supporting student confidence
- Strong written and verbal communicator, with a clear and engaging style
- Calm, organised, and professional under pressure
- Committed to a career in teaching and ready to contribute to school life