Angelle Essuman

Adept and motivated professional fluent in British Sign Language (BSL)

Talent

IG10 3TDMember since June 26, 2026

Fluent in BSLCreative ThinkingAttention to DetailArtisticAdaptableExcellent Time KeepingMicrosoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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About

Adept and motivated professional fluent in British Sign Language (BSL), skilled in bridging communication gaps and fostering inclusive environments. Open to new employment opportunities where I can leverage my unique communication abilities and diverse perspective to contribute effectively to team goals and organisational success.

Experience

Playworker - after school club - Epping primary school

(2026-03)

Supervised and supported children aged 5-10 in a safe and engaging after-school environment.
Planned and delivered creative, sports, and educational activities.
Encouraged positive behaviour, social development, and inclusion.
Maintained safeguarding and health and safety standards.
Built positive relationships with children, parents, and staff members.
Managing behaviour positively and fairly while encouraging respect and inclusion.
Setting up and tidying away equipment and activity areas.

Teacher assistant - Godwin junior school

(2025-09 - 2025-10)

Make sure the child understands instructions, lessons, and classroom discussions
Use the child's preferred communication as BSL
Repeat or rephrase what the teacher or peers say in a clear, accessible way
Help manage hearing aids, cochlear implants, or radio aids (checking they're working, reporting issues)
Ensure the child is seated in the best position to see the teacher and board
Reduce background noise where possible and flag issues to the teacher.

Play worker - Uphall Primary School

(2025-07 - 2025-08)

Supervise children during playtime, lunch breaks, and after-school clubs.
Organise and lead fun, safe, and engaging play activities indoors and outdoors.
Encourage positive social interaction, teamwork, and inclusion among children.
Support children in developing creativity, imagination, and problem-solving skills through play.
Ensure children are safe, following safeguarding and health & safety procedures.
Help manage minor conflicts or disagreements between children in a calm, fair way.
Assist children with additional needs so they can fully take part in play activities.
Promote positive behaviour, kindness, and respect during playtimes.
Set up and tidy away play equipment and materials.
Report any concerns about children's wellbeing to the appropriate staff

Teaching Assistant - Roding Primary School

(2023-05 - 2023-06)

Help teach BSL alongside the headteacher.
Raise awareness about BSL.
Planning and delivering classes.
Recording pupils progress in administrative record.
Facilitated and moderated classroom discussions.
Responsible for assisting the teacher in class setting up classroom for lessons, supervising children during P.E.
Providing feedback for students and administration support between departments.

Support Worker - Remark

(2015-03 - 2023-02)

Working with deaf adults with a variety of physical and psychological needs.
Support adults and children at home and socially.
Helping with social and health needs to support and empower independence.
Advocate for communications needs, providing interpretation aid for all clients.
Assist with communication and understanding barriers.
Organise shopping trips, outings, and activities for clients, empowering them to be as independent as their abilities allow, and helping them to connect with others in the community.

Play Worker - MJS Simply-Play

(2015-03 - 2016-06)

Serving meals.
Tidying all spaces at the end of the day to prepare for tomorrows classes.
Presenting information in an engaging, accurate, and entertaining manner.
Provided effective supervision and training for vulnerable children and adults.
Taught children how to express themselves and control their actions by utilising a range of teaching and care techniques.
Responded calmly to manage crisis and emergency situations.
Liaised with professionals and health and social care to coordinate holistic support.
Lead games, supervised children and gave out refreshments.
Built positive relationships with parents, carers, and professionals.
Made sure children are safe and secure.
Used my active listening skills to help all students feel heard and give a positive impact to their time at the club.

Stewardess - Wise Security

(2014-05 - 2015-07)

Greeting visitors on arrival, welcoming, directing and announcing them appropriately.
Receiving and sorting daily mail.
Ensuring reception area is tidy and presentable.
Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk.

Admin Assistant - Ray Lodge Housing Office

(2011-06)