Fidelia Itohan Ajilore
SEMH TEACHING ASSISTANT | CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT | CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
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About
Compassionate and adaptable children’s support professional with five years of classroom teaching experience (2015–2020) and residential support experience with Leeds City Council’s Children’s Services. Experienced in supporting children and young people with complex needs, following individual support and care plans, promoting participation in education, and responding to behavioural and emotional needs. Trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), CPR and medication procedures, as recorded in previous CV.
Holds an MA in International Human Rights Practice from Leeds Beckett University and a BA in English and Literature from the University of Benin. Seeking to bring this combination of classroom experience, therapeutic care and safeguarding awareness to an SEMH school setting.
Experience
Residential Support Worker - Leeds City Council – Children’s Services, Rainbow House
(2022-04)
- Help provide a safe, supportive and stimulating environment in which children and young people can develop and mature.
- Support children according to individual care plans and agreed strategies, including plans relating to risk, vulnerability, anger management, self-esteem and life-story work.
- Provide day-to-day care and practical support, including personal care where appropriate, health appointments and participation in activities.
- Support children to access suitable educational opportunities and advocate for learning that is aspirational and achievable.
- Use a positive, restorative and consistent approach to behaviour, following relevant training and service procedures when responding to crisis situations.
- Work alongside colleagues and relevant professionals to support children’s needs, wellbeing and transitions between settings.
- Carry out health-related duties within role training and procedures, including medication support and basic observations as required.
- Maintain a respectful, child-centred approach and contribute to a safe, well-maintained residential environment.
Classroom Teacher - Agape Love World Foundation
(2015 - 2020)
- Worked with children in a classroom setting for five years, supporting their learning and development.
- Communicated with children and encouraged participation in classroom activities.
- Supported a positive learning environment and helped children engage with educational activities.
- Applied patience, consistency and clear communication when working with children.
- Further details about subjects taught, lesson planning, assessment and class size can be added once confirmed.
Project Manager - Agape Love World Foundation
(2016 - 2018)
- Coordinated project resources, stakeholders and activities to support delivery within agreed scope, schedule and budget.
- Developed project plans, tracked progress, managed changes and reported issues to management.
- Contributed to community programmes described in the original CV, including back-to-school support, youth empowerment, rehabilitation and support for vulnerable young people.
Legal Administrative Assistant - Global Succor & Charity Missions
(2017)
- Conduct legal research and compile, proofread and revise legal documents and reports.
- Maintain electronic and hard-copy records, databases and tracking systems.
- Gather information from relevant organisations, respond to case-related queries and prepare management reports.
- Organise information and documentation to support efficient administrative processes.
Administrative Assistant - Global Figure Academy
(2020 - 2021)
- Held an administrative assistant role. Specific duties can be added if further details are available.
Global Buddy Ambassador - Leeds Beckett University
(2022)
Volunteering
- Volunteered as a Global Buddy Ambassador. Further details of activities and responsibilities can be added if available.
Education
MA - International Human Rights Practice - Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, United Kingdom (2021 - 2022)
BA - English and Literature - University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria (2009 - 2013)
West African Senior School Certificate Examination - Wetland College, Idimu, Lagos, Nigeria (2003 - 2008)

