Graduate Teaching Assistant | University of East Anglia | Experienced Tutor & Student Mentor
Oluchi is a motivated and dedicated graduate with over six years of experience supporting children and young people through tutoring, mentoring and educational support roles. With a strong background working across KS1, KS2 and sixth form settings, she brings a patient, adaptable and student-focused approach to supporting learning and development.
Oluchi is now seeking a Teaching Assistant or school-based support role where she can continue making a positive impact on students’ academic progress, confidence and wellbeing.
Education & Qualifications
- LLB Law with European Legal Systems, Upper Second Class Honours: University of East Anglia
- Year Abroad: Law with International Relations, Grade 8: University of Navarra
- A Levels: Fine Art (A), History (B), EPQ (B), English Literature (C): Dartford Grammar School for Girls
- GCSEs: 8 subjects including English and Mathematics: Harris Academy Greenwich
Experience Summary
Oluchi brings extensive tutoring and mentoring experience alongside strong organisational and administrative skills developed across a range of professional settings.
- Over six years of tutoring experience, delivering one-to-one and small group support for KS1 and KS2 pupils in literacy, English and 11+ preparation.
- Successfully supported over 35 students, including pupils with additional needs and different learning styles, with over 70% achieving success in 11+ examinations.
- Designed tailored lesson plans and targeted interventions to improve literacy, comprehension and exam confidence.
- Experience mentoring sixth form students, supporting academic development, confidence and future pathways.
- Strong safeguarding awareness through work with young people in educational and leadership settings.
- Confident managing behaviour positively, building strong relationships with pupils and creating supportive learning environments.
- Additional strengths in administration, communication and organisation through NHS, legal and management roles.
Key Strengths
- Extensive tutoring and mentoring experience
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Behaviour management and safeguarding awareness
- Skilled in adapting support for different learning needs
- Organised, proactive and highly adaptable
- Passionate about supporting young people’s development and confidence