Alisha Patel

Completed Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) training and delivered individualised one-to-one interventions for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), supporting the development of adaptive behaviours and increased independence through tailored, developmentally appropriate approaches. Worked collaboratively under professional supervision to observe, assess, and analyse behavioural data, contributing to the formulation, implementation, and ongoing review of personalised intervention targets.

Trainee Behavioural Therapist - Absolute ABA UK Ltd - Manchester

(2024-09 - 2025-06)

• Completed Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) training and delivered individualised one-to-one interventions for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), supporting the development of adaptive behaviours and increased independence through tailored, developmentally appropriate approaches.
• Worked collaboratively under professional supervision to observe, assess, and analyse behavioural data, contributing to the formulation, implementation, and ongoing review of personalised intervention targets.

Teacher Assistant - Educational Specialist - Stockport

(2022-09 - 2024-06)

• Provided one-to-one support to secondary school students with SEN, offering tailored academic and emotional support and contributing to the development of individual learning programmes through collaboration with the SENCo.

Activities Leader - Junior Adventure Group - London

(2023-07 - 2024-09)

• Organised daily activity schedules, blending sports, crafts, and brain-boosting exercises and promoting friendship and inclusiveness, ensuring enjoyment.
• Demonstrated strong leadership by instructing children and serving as a positive role model, engaging in character and interpersonal skill development.

GCSE Mathematics Tutor - Tutor Trust - Manchester

(2023-10 - 2024-06)

• Completed training in pedagogical techniques, developing the ability to foster a positive and supportive learning environment for secondary-level students.
• Designed and delivered structured GCSE Mathematics lessons tailored to individual learning needs, promoting exam readiness, student engagement, and sustained academic motivation.

Telephone volunteer befriender - Omega Chatterbox Volunteering

(2024-03)

• Completed training in effective communication techniques, including active listening, for interactions with elderly individuals.
• Provided weekly telephone-based support to vulnerable older adults, engaging in empathetic and supportive conversations to reduce loneliness, promote emotional wellbeing, and foster a sense of connection and companionship.

Peer Mentor - University of Manchester

(2022-09 - 2024-06)

• Supported first-year students' transition to university life by organising and delivering weekly peer-mentoring meetings aligned with the academic timetable.
• Collaborated with co-mentors to provide approachable, culturally sensitive support, developing active listening skills and applying safeguarding principles.

MSc - Psychological Wellbeing in Clinical Practice - Manchester Metropolitan University (2024-09 - 2025-06)

BSc (Hons) - Psychology - The University of Manchester (2021-09 - 2024-06)

A Level - Psychology, Maths, Physics - Ark Academy: Sixth Form (2019-09 - 2021-06)