Emma Reynolds

Dedicated education professional with over eight years' experience working in primary education, supporting children from Nursery through to Year 6. BA (Hons) Degree in Learning and Teaching (2:1) with progression into a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant role. Keen advocate for supporting children of all abilities, particularly those with SEN and wellbeing needs.

Experienced in adapting and differentiating learning for inclusion. Strong background in creative subjects, PE, and cross-curricular delivery. Enthusiastic, loyal, reflective and committed to continual professional growth.

Primary PGCE with QTS at University of Warwick (2025-09 – 2026-01)

Undertook a Primary PGCE with QTS, combining university-based teacher training with a school placement in a Lower Key Stage 2 classroom. Gained practical classroom experience by planning and delivering lessons, supporting pupils' learning, and working alongside class teachers and mentors to develop teaching practice. Supported whole-class learning, small-group activities, and individual pupils with a range of needs.

Completed university assignments, presentations, and reflective tasks focused on teaching approaches, curriculum development, assessment, and pupil progression. Observed lessons across Key Stage 1 and Upper Key Stage 2. Developed knowledge of inclusive education through safeguarding training, phonics training, SEND awareness, and experience of supporting pupils within specialist SEN provision.

The PGCE programme was paused in January 2026 due to personal circumstances and was not completed.

• Planned and delivered lessons in Lower Key Stage 2 with teacher guidance
• Supported whole-class, small-group, and individual learning
• Adapted resources to support different abilities and SEND needs
• Developed lesson planning, classroom management, and organisation skills
• Supported pupil engagement, confidence, and progress
• Observed teaching across KS1 and UKS2 to understand progression
• Completed assignments and reflections on teaching practice
• Developed knowledge of safeguarding, phonics, SEND, and inclusion

High-Level Teaching Assistant – Junior focus 3-11 at Pitsford Independent School (2022-05 – 2025-07)

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant at an independent school for three years, supported children from Nursery through Year 6, delivering PSHE, RE, Art, PE, and cross-curricular lessons. Worked closely with the Head Teacher and teaching staff to plan, adapt, and deliver lessons that ensured inclusion, engagement, and progress for all pupils. Role included leading wellbeing groups, supporting small groups of SEN students, and adapting learning to meet individual needs while maintaining inclusion.

Contributed to school community initiatives, promotional events, and extracurricular activities, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and commitment to pupils' academic and emotional development.

• Planned and delivered lessons independently, preparing resources, PowerPoints, marking work, and providing constructive feedback to support pupil progress
• Adapted learning for small groups of SEN pupils to ensure accessibility, engagement, and inclusion, applying current educational best practices
• Led wellbeing sessions to support pupils' mental health, confidence, and emotional expression
• Developed and implemented a school wide Art curriculum (Nursery–Year 6), coordinated displays, and contributed to the annual Art Festival, increasing pupil engagement and subject popularity
• Delivered PE lessons, supported school fixtures, and assisted in swimming sessions to develop pupils' physical skills and teamwork
• Contributed to school promotion and community events, including Saturday open days, art demos for prospective pupils, and promotional photography for school events
• Communicated effectively with staff and parents, providing guidance on pupil support and assisting with Parents' Evening logistics
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by covering absent staff, break duties, and responding to daily changes in school priorities
• Voluntarily attended school holidays to prepare lessons and resources, ensuring curriculum delivery remained on track

Learning Support Assistant Level 3 at The Grange School, Daventry (2017-09 – 2022-04)

Supported pupils from Nursery to Year 6, including SEN, Autism, EAL, and behavioural needs. Delivered classroom, one-to-one, and small-group support, adapted learning activities, provided interventions, monitored progress, and worked with staff and parents to promote inclusion, engagement, and pupil wellbeing.

• SEN, Autism & EAL inclusion
• Phonics, literacy & wellbeing support
• Learning resource adaptation
• Behaviour & communication support
• Progress tracking & assessment
• Classroom management & supervision
• Trips, clubs & school events
• Level 3 LSA apprenticeship
• Safeguarding, First Aid & CPD

Business Level 2 Apprentice at Care Fertility (Private/NHS IVF Clinic) (2016-06 – 2017-06)

Photography Assistant at Lisa Burrett Photography, Northampton (2013-11 – 2014-03)

Sales / Customer Support at Skears Camera Shop, Northampton (2011 – 2013)

School Work Experience at Pastures Nursery (2010 – 2010)

Retail Assistant at Red Cross Charity Shop (2010 – 2010)

Secondary Education Equivalency Tests in Maths & English – Star Equivalency (2025)

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Learning and Teaching in Learning and Teaching – Northampton University (2021 – 2023)

Foundation Degree in Learning and Teaching in Learning and Teaching – Northampton University

Advanced Level Apprenticeship: Supporting Teaching & Learning in Teaching & Learning – Apprenticeship (2017 – 2019)

A Levels in Art & Photography – Kingsthorpe College (2007 – 2013)

BTEC Science & GCSEs in Science & General – Kingsthorpe College (2007 – 2013)