Deepika Tiwari

Caring, patient and dedicated education professional with extensive experience supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and complex needs. Experienced in creating safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environments where children feel supported, valued and encouraged to develop confidence and independence. Skilled in supporting communication, emotional development, behaviour, learning and wellbeing through structured activities, visual support, play-based approaches and individualised support.

Experienced in working with autism, communication difficulties, disabilities and emotional and behavioural needs. Committed to safeguarding, equality, inclusion and positive partnership working with colleagues and families.

Teaching Assistant – Level 2 (SEN) at Prestley Wood Academy (2025-01 – Present)

• Provide caring and individualised support to pupils with autism, complex needs and additional learning needs.
• Create a calm, safe and nurturing environment that supports pupils' wellbeing, learning and participation.
• Adapt activities according to individual abilities, communication needs, interests and learning styles.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to encourage engagement and develop independence.
• Use visual resources, structured routines and personalised activities to support understanding and communication.
• Support social, emotional and communication development and help pupils regulate emotions using calm, consistent approaches.
• Identify potential triggers and implement appropriate strategies to promote positive behaviour and reduce distress.
• Support literacy, numeracy, communication and other developmental activities, including individual targets within EHCPs and IEPs.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teachers to support planning and assessment.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation and follow safeguarding and school policies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, families and other professionals to meet individual needs.

Education Support Worker (SEN) at West London Community College / Syon Manor College (2022-11 – 2024-11)

• Supported learners with autism, complex needs, disabilities and communication difficulties in classroom and practical learning environments.
• Provided individual and small-group support, adapting activities and resources to meet individual needs, abilities and interests.
• Used visual timetables, structured routines and personalised resources to support learning, communication and transitions.
• Supported emotional wellbeing, positive behaviour, communication, social skills and independence using consistent strategies.
• Supported learners with medical needs and followed relevant care, safety and safeguarding procedures.
• Maintained accurate daily records and documentation using Access Care Planning and Sleuth.
• Prepared and maintained EHCPs, behaviour plans, risk assessments, hospital passports and baseline assessments.
• Collected evidence and monitored progress towards individual learning outcomes.
• Led practical sessions including cooking, healthy living, shopping and mini-enterprise activities to develop functional life skills and independence.
• Supported travel training and transitions, helping learners build confidence in community settings.
• Communicated professionally with parents and carers and contributed to reviews, meetings and professional training.

Admin Assistant – Volunteer at Dash Charity UK (2022-09 – 2022-11)

• Maintained confidential client records and documentation while following data protection requirements.
• Completed accurate data entry and communicated professionally with colleagues and service users.
• Developed strong organisational, administrative and record-keeping skills.

MBA in Marketing Management – IMS, DAVV University

BBA in Business Administration – SVIM, DAVV University