Graduate Teaching Assistant | Queen Mary University | Aspiring Primary Teacher (SEN)
Saara is a motivated and organised graduate with a strong background in education and a clear ambition to become a Primary teacher. With hands-on experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, particularly autism, she brings a calm, structured and compassionate approach to the classroom.
Available immediately, Saara is seeking a Teaching Assistant role where she can continue developing her practice while making a meaningful impact on pupils’ learning, wellbeing and progress.
Education & Qualifications
- BA Politics and History, Upper Second Class Honours: Queen Mary University of London
- A Levels: History (A), English Literature (A), Politics (B): Norwood Secondary School and Sixth Form
- GCSEs: 9 subjects (Grades 9–6) including English (8) and Mathematics (7): Norbury Manor School
Experience Summary
Saara brings strong SEN-focused classroom experience alongside behavioural support expertise, enabling her to effectively support pupils with additional needs in structured and inclusive learning environments.
- Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a specialist setting, supporting pupils with autism through personalised learning strategies.
- Worked as an ABA Tutor, delivering targeted, evidence-based interventions to support developmental progress.
- Skilled in behaviour management, using calm, consistent and structured approaches to support emotional regulation.
- Confident in monitoring progress, producing reports and adapting support strategies to meet individual needs.
- Strong experience building positive relationships with students, families and multidisciplinary teams.
- Additional strengths in organisation and administration, supporting effective classroom and school operations.
Key Strengths
- Strong SEN experience, particularly autism support
- Aspiring Primary teacher with clear career direction
- Effective behaviour management and emotional regulation support
- Excellent organisation and communication skills
- Adaptable, proactive and resilient
- Available immediately and ready to contribute