Yasmin is a Talented Graduate with Amazing primary experience - she is looking for a TA or LSA Role starting September
Yasmin is a highly impressive First-Class Sports Psychology, Coaching and Physical Education graduate from London Metropolitan University who is now seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant role as she builds towards a future career in teaching. She brings exactly the kind of blend schools value in graduate support staff: strong academic ability, confident communication, coaching experience, early years exposure and a genuinely child-centred approach.
What stands out about Yasmin is the range of environments in which she has already supported young people. As a Taekwondo Assistant Instructor, she worked with students of different ages and abilities, helping them develop confidence, resilience, coordination and discipline. She has also volunteered with nursery-aged children at Clapton Park Children’s Centre and taught English, Maths and Geography to large classes in Tanzania. Alongside her degree, Yasmin has completed Teaching Assistant Levels 1, 2 and 3, with additional training in Early Years, SEN, Primary Teaching and Childcare. Warm, calm, proactive and personable, she would be a strong fit for primary schools looking for a graduate TA who can motivate pupils, support teachers and build positive relationships quickly.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Sports Psychology, Coaching and Physical Education, First Class: London Metropolitan University
- CPD: Teaching Assistant Level 1, 2 and 3 + Early Years
- CPD: SEN, Primary Teaching and Child Care training
- A Levels: English Literature (C), Psychology (C), Art (D)
- GCSEs: 7 grades 9-5 including English and Maths
Experience Summary
Yasmin’s experience gives her a strong foundation for school-based support because she has already worked with children through coaching, early years volunteering and international teaching. She understands how to motivate pupils, adapt her communication, maintain safe learning environments and help children develop confidence as well as skills.
- Supported students of different ages and abilities as a Taekwondo Assistant Instructor, building confidence, resilience, coordination and technical progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents and staff, giving her the interpersonal maturity schools need in a Teaching Assistant.
- Showed sensitivity towards students with additional needs during coaching sessions, helping them improve confidence and development.
- Volunteered at Clapton Park Children’s Centre, supporting 2 to 3-year-olds through play, learning, routines and outdoor activities.
- Taught English, Maths and Geography to classes of up to 200 students in Tanzania, strengthening her presence, communication and confidence leading groups.
- Coordinated sports activities using available equipment and outdoor settings, showing adaptability and creativity in active learning environments.
- Built calm, organised and approachable communication skills through customer-facing work, supporting her ability to work professionally with pupils, parents and staff.
Key Strengths
- First-Class academic background
- Strong primary and early years suitability
- Coaching and mentoring experience with children
- Confident communicator with large-group experience
- SEN awareness through training and practical coaching exposure
- Warm, calm and encouraging manner
- Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Strong ability to motivate pupils and build confidence
- Adaptable across academic, sports and play-based settings
- Professional, organised and approachable
- Clear long-term commitment to education and teaching