Tayah – Graduate Teaching Assistant | Aspiring Educational Psychologist | Keele University
Tayah is a compassionate and academically driven Psychology with Counselling undergraduate who is predicted to achieve a First Class degree from Keele University. Through her studies and practical experience across education, childcare and early years settings, she has developed a strong understanding of child development, mental health, neurodiversity and the importance of creating supportive environments where young people can thrive.
With a particular interest in ADHD, wellbeing and educational psychology, Tayah is passionate about supporting children with diverse needs and helping pupils build confidence, resilience and positive outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc Psychology with Counselling (Predicted First Class Honours): Keele University
- A Levels: Psychology (B), Sociology (B), Photography (B): Stoke Newington School & Sixth Form
- GCSEs: 9 GCSEs at Grades 5–8 including Mathematics, English and Science: Stoke Newington School & Sixth Form
Experience Summary
Tayah has developed valuable experience supporting children across nursery, primary and childcare settings, alongside a strong academic foundation in psychology, counselling and wellbeing. Her experience working directly with young people, combined with her passion for neurodiversity and mental health, makes her well suited to Teaching Assistant, SEN and pastoral support roles.
- Worked as a Nursery Assistant, supporting children's learning, wellbeing and development within an early years setting
- Planned and delivered play-based activities designed to promote children's social, emotional and educational development
- Maintained safeguarding procedures and contributed to safe, nurturing learning environments
- Gained classroom experience as a Primary School Teaching Assistant, supporting lesson delivery, pupil engagement and classroom management
- Provided one-to-one support for pupils, including children with additional learning needs
- Extensive childcare experience through ongoing babysitting roles with multiple families
- Developed strong awareness of ADHD, neurodiversity and mental health through academic research and content creation
- Built an online community of over 40,000 followers by creating educational content focused on neurodivergence and wellbeing
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills through translating complex psychological concepts into accessible and engaging content
- Served as a Sixth Form Prefect, acting as a positive role model and supporting younger students
Key Strengths
- Passionate about child development and educational psychology
- Strong understanding of ADHD, neurodiversity and wellbeing
- Psychology and counselling background
- Early years and primary school experience
- One-to-one and small-group support experience
- Safeguarding awareness
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Active listening and empathy
- Behaviour support and relationship building
- Mental health and wellbeing knowledge
- Patient, nurturing and adaptable approach
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Research and analytical skills
- Confident supporting children with diverse needs