Harry – Graduate Teaching Assistant | University of Kent
Harry is a friendly and creative First-Class Drama and Theatre graduate from the University of Kent with practical experience supporting children across both primary school and performing arts settings. Through roles at Fernhill Primary School and the Pauline Quirke Academy, he has worked with children aged 4–16, providing one-to-one and small-group support, encouraging positive behaviour and helping pupils develop confidence in their learning.
His performing arts background gives him an engaging communication style and plenty of creativity to bring to the classroom, making him particularly well suited to a primary school looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant who can also contribute to enrichment and wider school life.
Education & Qualifications
- BA (Hons) Drama and Theatre, First Class Honours: University of Kent
- A Levels: English Literature (B), Drama (B), Media Studies (C): Kingston Academy
- GCSEs & BTEC: English Language (7), English Literature (7), Mathematics (5), Combined Science (7), History (6), Drama (7), Religious Studies (8), Spanish (6), Music (Distinction*): Heathlands School
Experience Summary
Harry already has relevant experience supporting pupils in a primary classroom alongside sustained work with children through performing arts education. He is confident communicating with young people, encouraging participation and adapting his approach to different ages, abilities and confidence levels. His creative background also gives him the potential to make a particularly strong contribution to literacy, drama and extracurricular provision.
- Experienced supporting primary pupils individually and in small groups, reinforcing classroom learning and encouraging positive participation
- Supported reading and literacy development at Fernhill Primary School, listening to pupils read and helping them engage confidently with learning
- Works with children aged 4–16 at the Pauline Quirke Academy, helping pupils develop communication, creativity, confidence and teamwork
- Uses positive reinforcement and clear expectations to support behaviour, cooperation and respectful relationships
- Experienced adapting communication and activities for children with different abilities, personalities and levels of confidence
- Brings strong drama and performance skills, with experience leading rehearsals, workshops and group activities that could translate effectively into creative classroom and enrichment opportunities
- Confident building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues and contributing to welcoming, inclusive environments
- Demonstrates leadership and a commitment to inclusion through university representative roles and the organisation of performances, events and creative projects
Key Strengths
- Primary Classroom Support
- One-to-One & Small-Group Support
- Reading & Literacy
- Pupil Engagement
- Behaviour Management
- Positive Reinforcement
- Drama & Performing Arts
- Creative Learning
- Communication & Presentation
- Relationship Building
- Classroom Organisation
- Leadership
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Equality & Inclusion Awareness
- Adaptability & Initiative
- Organisation & Time Management
- Safeguarding Awareness