Sofia is a truly remarkable Graduate SEND Teaching Assistant (Available from September)
Sofia is an enthusiastic and compassionate Psychology graduate who is relocating to London this September and is seeking a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant role. Currently completing an MSc in Clinical Psychology at the University of Exeter, she combines a strong understanding of child development and behaviour with hands-on experience supporting young people with SEND and SEMH needs in a specialist secondary school.
Warm, resilient and highly personable, Sofia is passionate about helping every pupil feel safe, valued and capable of achieving their potential within an inclusive school environment.
Education & Qualifications
- MSc Clinical Psychology: University of Exeter
- BSc (Hons) Psychology - Upper Second Class: University of Dublin
- Leaving Certificate: 579 points (Higher Level subjects)
- Junior Certificate:: 4 A's, 4 B's, 1 C (Higher Level subjects)
Experience Summary
Sofia has already gained valuable experience supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs within a specialist SEND and SEMH secondary school. Her academic background in psychology, combined with experience in care, has equipped her with the empathy, resilience and practical skills needed to build trusting relationships and support pupils both academically and emotionally.
- Supported students with SEND and SEMH needs across a specialist secondary school, adapting learning activities to suit a wide range of abilities.
- Delivered effective one-to-one and small-group interventions, encouraging engagement, confidence and independence in learning.
- Used calm behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to support pupils with complex needs while maintaining a safe, structured learning environment.
- Completed Level 2 Safeguarding training focused on supporting children and young people within educational settings.
- Developed outstanding patience, compassion and communication skills through previous work as a professional carer, always promoting dignity, wellbeing and independence.
- Demonstrated leadership and responsibility as a Sixth Form Prefect, acting as a positive role model while organising school events and supporting communication between students and staff.
- Brings additional strengths through multilingual communication, first aid experience and a strong commitment to inclusive education.
Key Strengths
- Experience supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH in a specialist school setting
- Excellent understanding of child development and behaviour through Psychology studies
- Calm, patient and confident when managing challenging behaviours
- Skilled at building positive, trusting relationships with young people
- Strong safeguarding awareness and pupil-centred approach
- Compassionate, resilient and adaptable in demanding environments
- Confident delivering one-to-one and small-group support
- Positive, energetic and committed to helping every pupil thrive within an inclusive school community.