Matthew – Confident, charismatic Aspiring Primary Teacher | Academically strong Graduate Teaching Assistant
Matthew is a dynamic and academically strong Durham Law graduate actively seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant role from September. With a PGCE firmly in his sights for 2026, he’s eager to gain hands-on classroom experience where he can support children’s learning and development.
Confident, articulate, and highly organised, Matthew combines a calm, creative presence with a natural rapport with young learners—shaped by early coaching experience and a deep enthusiasm for youth development.
Education & Qualifications
- LLB (Hons), Law: Durham University - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Maths (A*), Chemistry (A*), Economics (A)
- GCSEs: 10 Graded A*-A including English, Maths and Science
Experience Summary
Matthew brings a broad skill set developed through academic, coaching, and commercial roles. With strong communication and project management experience, he is ready to make a confident transition into a school environment.
- Delivered tennis coaching to children aged 4–8, gaining early experience in simplifying instructions and managing group dynamics.
- Demonstrated excellent communication and multitasking in fast-paced roles at The Hut Group and National Book Tokens, liaising with creative teams and clients to deliver on-brand content and projects.
- Developed analytical and digital skills through campaign execution, sales reporting, and website management, adding value in data-informed educational settings.
- Supported team-based events and logistics at university and in hospitality, showcasing reliability, initiative, and attention to detail under pressure.
Key Strengths
- Confident communicator with a calm, engaging classroom presence
- Highly organised and adaptable, with strong project management experience
- Creative thinker with skills in photography, visual media, and design
- Experienced in working with children and simplifying complex instructions
- Passionate about primary education and committed to professional growth