Georgina is a Fantastic Graduate with SEN Teaching Assistant Experience Available Now
Georgina is a compassionate and dedicated Psychology graduate with exceptional experience supporting children and young people with additional needs. She is now looking for a role as a SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant where she can bring her calm, nurturing presence, evidence-based practice, and deep empathy to make a meaningful impact.
Having worked across primary, specialist, and therapeutic settings, Georgina is particularly passionate about supporting neurodivergent pupils and those with complex emotional needs. Her commitment to inclusive, pupil-centred support shines through in every aspect of her work.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Psychology: University of Reading - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: English Literature (A), Psychology (B), Biology (D)
- GCSEs: 9 including English and Maths (Grades 9–5)
Experience Summary
Georgina has developed rich, hands-on experience in education and therapeutic care, with a focus on SEN and emotional wellbeing. Her work consistently reflects a thoughtful, research-informed approach that puts the pupil first.
- Currently provides 1:1 behavioural and emotional support at Wellington Primary School, using a holistic approach in collaboration with teachers, therapists, and families.
- Volunteered with KD Yoga to deliver inclusive yoga and mindfulness sessions for children with complex needs, combining therapeutic insight with reflective practice.
- Supported children with neurodivergent and complex profiles as a SEN TA at Clarendon Primary, using visual strategies and sensory activities to promote learning and self-regulation.
- Delivered individualised emotional support as an SEN Wellbeing Assistant, embodying principles of dignity, inclusion and safeguarding.
- Completed an academic placement in a neurological rehabilitation unit, developing communication, adaptability, and insight into the impact of neurological trauma on learning and behaviour.
Key Strengths
- Experienced in SEN settings across primary and therapeutic environments
- Skilled in delivering tailored emotional and behavioural support using evidence-based strategies
- Strong communicator, confident working with multidisciplinary teams
- Reflective, empathetic, and dedicated to inclusion and pupil wellbeing
- Trained in Makaton, paediatric first aid, and a range of applied psychological techniques