Sales Assistant

Catherine Burnett

Flat *, * Woodland Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2AD

phone 074******** . E-mail accn8w@r.postjobfree.com

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Having just relocated from Exeter I am looking for

an opportunity to work within an ambitious and

progressive school. I have a genuine interest in

both young people and education and aspire to teach

in the future. For the past few years I have been

working at Exeter Royal Academy For Deaf Education

as an LSA. During this time I worked with both

groups of learners and also on a 1:1 basis. I'm a

dedicated individual and I thrive when working

within a team, although equally I'm confident and

efficient when working alone. I will always

recognize when to ask for guidance, or pass

something on, particularly if it is regarding the

safeguarding or welfare of any individual. I am

committed to equal opportunities and treat

everybody with respect.

I'm currently looking to work as a learning support

assistant. I have all relevant GCSE's, and although

I do not have an NVQ, I would welcome any

opportunity to attain one. For me, I want to gain

as much knowledge as I can within the education

setting, whilst doing a job I truly love and can

feel passionate about.

Although I do have my own aspirations to teach, I

am very aware of the role of LSA and how I can

support the teacher both in and out of their

lessons. Being adaptable is one of my strengths; I

have an understanding of how learners progress at

their own rate, some needing more support than

others. I will always take time to make sure the

learner understands the concept of the work,

thinking on the spot of how to support each

individual and what level of support he or she may

need.

I am a reliable, supportive and enthusiastic

individual who is passionate about working with

young people. I am able to build long lasting,

trusting relationships with others, both work

colleagues and students alike, with a proven

ability to encourage young people to achieve their

potential by stimulating their enthusiasm for

learning and also their determination to succeed

whilst promoting independence. I have a calm

temperament and a lot of patience; I'm a good

listener and an excellent communicator. I use BSL,

SSE and spoken English and can adapt my register to

suit any individuals' communication needs. I'm

extremely flexible with a positive attitude. I have

awareness, I always act with integrity and I always

give my all, regardless of how I might be feeling.

I have an understanding of young people and find I

can easily relate to them. I have a lot of

experience working with learners on the autistic

spectrum, and for the past few years have been

working with SEN. Working within a school gives me

great job satisfaction, I value waking up and

looking forward to my day at work.

With regard to the start date, I am available from

the beginning of March.

EDUCATION

DARTINGTON COLLEGE OF ARTS

2007-2010

BA THEATRE WITH COMBINED

2:2

COMMUNITY PRACTISES

NEW COLLEGE DURHAM

2004-2006

TRIPLE DISTINCTION

B-TEC NATIONAL DIPLOMA PERFORMING ARTS

FYNDOUNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

1999-2004

GCSE'S:

ENG LITRITURE A

ENGLISH LAUNGUAGE A

MATHS C

DUEL SCIENCE CC

ICT B

PE C

Work Experience

EXETER ROYAL ACADEMY FOR DEAF EDUCATION NOV 2011 -

PREENT

LSA. Working alongside teachers to make sure each

student could progress within the learning

environment. I worked in both groups and on a 1:1

basis. I worked a lot with students on the autistic

spectrum, some of who demonstrated some dangerous

behaviors.

Other duties included: Covering classes/tutor time,

updating care plans, risk assessments,

lifeguarding, and organising work experience

placements.

EXETER ROYAL ACADEMY FOR DEAF EDUCATION NOV

2010-NOV 2011

Student Care Officer. My role was the safeguarding

of residential students within the college. I

usually worked on a 1:1 basis with students who

often demonstrated some very challenging behavior.

My job also included medication handling, personal

care, and supporting students within the community.

RUSSELL & BROMLEY, EXETER JULY 2010-OCTOBER 2010

SALES ASSISTANT.

WORKSHOP FACILITATOR, DURHAM, 2009-2010

I SPENT 5 MONTHS COLABORATING WITH LUNA ARTS, A

THEATRE COMPANY BASED IN DURHAM, WHERE I CREATED

VARIOUS WORKSHOPS AIMED AT CHILDREN AGED FROM 7 TO

11. THESE WORKSHOPS FOCUSED ON ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

IN TODAYS SOCIETY. I LEAD A SMALL TEAM OF

VOLUNTEERS WHOM I TAUGHT HOW TO DELIVER THE

WORKSHOPS AND WE THEN TOURED SCHOOLS IN THE NORTH

EAST OF ENGLAND.

RUSSELL & BROMLEY, METRO CENTER 2006-2007

SALES ASSISTANT.

FYNDOUNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2006-2007

DANCE TEACHER. I VOULENTEERED HERE TEACHING DANCE

TO YEARS 7, 8 AND 9. THIS WAS INSTEAD OF THEIR

USUAL PE LESSONS.

CLARKS, DURHAM 2005-2006

SALES ASSISTANT.

CHESTER-LE-STREET YOUTH CENTER 2003-2005

I SPENT 2 YEARS VOULENTEERING AT THE YOUTH CENTER

FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL

EDUCATIONAL NEEDS. I WOULD OFTEN JUST SPEND MY TIME

PLAYING GAMES WITH THE SERVICE USERS AND WOULD

ASSIST WITH WORKSHOP LEADING. ON OCCASIONS I

DEVISED MY OWN DRAMA WORKSHOPS THAT I WOULD THEN

USE WITH THE GROUP.

References

References and letters of recommendation available

on request.

Contact this candidate