Sana is a Talented, Empathetic 1st Class Graduate Looking for a SEN TA or LSA Role ASAP
Sana is a First-Class Psychology graduate looking to begin her career in education as a SEN Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant in London. With hands-on experience supporting children with autism, ADHD and anxiety, she brings patience, empathy and a strong understanding of individual needs. Available immediately, Sana is keen to become a dependable presence in school and help pupils feel confident, supported and able to engage positively with their learning.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Psychology - First Class: University of Leicester
- A Levels: Psychology, Biology and English Literature
- GCSEs: 11 Including Maths and English
Experience Summary
Sana combines her academic background in psychology with practical experience across mentoring, pastoral support, tutoring and sports coaching. She has worked with children and young people across different age groups and backgrounds, including pupils with additional needs, and has developed a calm, adaptable approach to building relationships and providing individualised support.
- Mentors children aged 10–11 from disadvantaged backgrounds through IntoUniversity, including pupils with ASD, ADHD and anxiety, providing both small-group and one-to-one support.
- Provided pastoral support to children aged 8–13 experiencing difficulties at school or home, developing a sensitive and empathetic approach to pupils' individual circumstances.
- Delivered one-to-one GCSE Maths tutoring and supported reading engagement through a book club, helping young people participate positively in structured learning activities.
- Mentored first-year university students on a one-to-one basis, providing reassurance and guidance while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and recognising when additional support was required.
- Supported children aged 6–7 as an Assistant Football Coach, adapting communication to make instructions accessible and encouraging participation within a structured group environment.
- Brings additional discipline, resilience and focus from seven years of competitive trampolining at Regional and National level, alongside experience as a qualified Regional Level Trampolining Judge.
Key Strengths
- Practical experience supporting children with ASD, ADHD and anxiety
- Patient and adaptable approach to individual learning and support needs
- Strong rapport-building, active listening and communication skills
- Experience across one-to-one, small-group, mentoring and pastoral settings
- Understanding of professional boundaries and appropriate support pathways
- Calm, empathetic and encouraging approach when working with young people
- First-Class Psychology background with knowledge relevant to child development and behaviour
- Fluent in English, Hungarian and Urdu
- Resilient, dependable and comfortable working collaboratively with others
- Available immediately and highly motivated to develop within SEND education