Sophie is a Charismatic, Confident English & Hispanic Graduate and Aspiring Teacher. Keen to Secure a TA Role from September
Sophie is a bright, engaging and highly personable graduate from the University of Nottingham who is eager to begin her career in education as a Teaching Assistant from September. With a strong academic background in English and Hispanic Studies, extensive experience working with children and young people, and a genuine passion for helping pupils succeed, she brings a fantastic combination of warmth, confidence and professionalism to any school environment.
Aspiring to train as a teacher in the future, Sophie is open to opportunities across both primary and secondary settings, particularly where she can utilise her language skills and enthusiasm for learning to inspire young people.
Education & Qualifications
- BA (Hons) English and Hispanic Studies (Predicted Upper Second Class): University of Nottingham
- A Levels: English Literature (B), Spanish (B), Biology (C)
- GCSEs: 9 GCSEs (A*–B), including English and Mathematics
- CPD: TEFL Qualified (Languages: English (Native), Spanish (C1), Portuguese (A2))
Experience Summary
Sophie has built an impressive portfolio of educational and child-centred experience through teaching, language support and childcare roles. Having worked with pupils ranging from early years through to young adults, she has developed excellent communication skills, strong classroom presence and the ability to build positive relationships with learners of all ages. Her experience across both UK and international educational settings demonstrates maturity, adaptability and a genuine commitment to supporting young people to thrive.
- Delivered Spanish language sessions to pupils across a broad age range, adapting activities and teaching approaches to meet varying learning needs and abilities.
- Worked as an English Language Assistant in Spain, supporting students aged 11–25 and helping learners overcome barriers to language acquisition through encouragement, patience and tailored support.
- Extensive experience supervising and engaging children aged 4–10 through holiday club provision, creating fun, inclusive and educational activities that promote confidence and participation.
- Demonstrated excellent safeguarding awareness and pastoral instincts, earning recognition as Staff Member of the Week for her sensitive and professional handling of safeguarding concerns.
- Confident supporting positive behaviour, encouraging resilience and helping pupils develop both academically and personally.
- Strong experience collaborating with colleagues, parents and wider school communities to create safe, supportive and engaging learning environments.
- Brings valuable international education experience and advanced Spanish language skills, making her particularly well suited to language-focused and culturally diverse school settings.
Key Strengths
- Passionate about pursuing a long-term career in teaching
- Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills
- Confident working with children and young people across a wide age range
- Strong classroom support and behaviour management abilities
- Advanced Spanish language proficiency with international teaching experience
- Adaptable, enthusiastic and highly professional approach
- Excellent safeguarding awareness and pastoral instincts
- Creative, energetic and engaging when supporting learning activities
- Organised, reliable and collaborative team member
- Committed to helping every pupil feel valued, supported and capable of success