Ramya is a compassionate and emotionally intelligent Psychology graduate from Royal Holloway, University of London, seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant role from September. With hands-on experience supporting individuals in distress through her work on a mental health crisis line, Ramya is especially well-suited to roles supporting pupils with SEN, SEMH, Autism, or anxiety-related needs. Her long-term ambition is to become a child psychologist.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Psychology: Royal Holloway, University of London - Predicted First or Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Psychology (A), Religious Studies (A), Tamil (A), Biology (B)
- GCSEs: 11 Graded 7-6 including English and Maths
Experience Summary
Ramya combines strong academic knowledge in cognitive and behavioural psychology with meaningful frontline experience supporting vulnerable individuals. Her voluntary roles have given her insight into the emotional needs of young people, and she brings calmness, maturity, and empathy to every setting.
- Volunteered for over two years with a national crisis line, providing support to individuals in acute mental health distress — developing advanced listening, communication, and de-escalation skills
- Assisted individuals from marginalised backgrounds in accessing essential services, building trust and navigating complex emotional conversations
- Delivered support in dynamic environments while balancing study and volunteer commitments, demonstrating excellent time management and personal resilience
- Passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces for children with SEN, with a strong understanding of anxiety, trauma, and emotional regulation
Key Strengths
- Deeply committed to SEN and mental health support
- Skilled communicator with high levels of emotional intelligence
- Trained in active listening and crisis response through volunteer counselling work
- Highly motivated to contribute to an inclusive school community
- Eager to gain classroom experience in preparation for a future career in child psychology