Maisie is a Fantastic Aspiring Teach First Primary Teacher, Available from January and Seeking TA Role
Maisie is a charismatic and driven aspiring Teach First Primary Teacher, ready to bring energy, warmth and dedication to a Teaching Assistant role from January. With a strong academic background in Criminology and Sociology and extensive hands-on experience supporting vulnerable young people, she combines natural empathy with clear professional focus.
Backed by a Level 2 Teaching Assistant Diploma and specialist training in trauma-informed practice and SEN, Maisie is confident, proactive, and eager to contribute to a nurturing and purposeful primary school environment where every child can thrive.
Education & Qualifications
- BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology: University of Kent - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Psychology (A), English Literature (B), Sociology (B), Theatre Studies (B)
- GCSEs: 9 including English, Maths and Science (Grades 6–8) – Highstead Grammar School
- CPD: Level 2 Teaching Assistant Diploma
- CPD: Supporting adolescent learners: social and emotional wellbeing
- CPD: Safeguarding children (level 2.)
- CPD: Trauma informed approaches to working with children, young people and families
- CPD: The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism
- CPD: Modern Slavery: Human Trafficking and PREVENT
Experience Summary
Maisie brings a strong foundation in behaviour support, safeguarding, and student wellbeing through impactful roles in housing support and youth justice. She is calm under pressure, highly relational, and thrives in team-based environments that centre child development and inclusion.
- Supported young residents in supported housing, building positive relationships and leading structured casework to promote life skills and independence
- Delivered weekly one-to-one sessions focused on wellbeing, employability and tenancy support, including writing support plans and liaising with external agencies
- Facilitated restorative justice sessions as a Youth Panel Member, guiding young people to reflect on behaviour and develop community-based action plans
- Completed certified training in trauma-informed practice, autism, safeguarding, and adolescent wellbeing to enhance her work with vulnerable children and families
Key Strengths
- Confident, intuitive communicator who builds trust and rapport with young learners
- Skilled in supporting behaviour, safeguarding and SEMH needs with structure and empathy
- Proactive, reliable and deeply motivated to grow in primary education settings
- Passionate about inclusive teaching and the transformative power of education