Geraint Goodridge
Higher Level Teaching Assistant | Administration & Support
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About
Friendly, approachable and professional support and education professional with experience helping learners, families and colleagues feel supported and valued. Skilled in communication, behaviour support, administration, teamwork and problem-solving, with a strong ability to build positive relationships. Now seeking an administrative, customer-focused or support position where I can use my experience, reliability and people skills to make a positive contribution.
Experience
Career Break — Health Reasons at Career Break (2024-08 – Present)
Following a diagnosis of Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia (CML), I took a career break from August 2024 to focus on my health and treatment. I am now looking forward to returning to work and bringing my skills, experience and positive attitude back into the workplace.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant at TeacherActive (2024-06 – 2024-08)
- Delivered engaging support lessons tailored to learners' needs.
- Assessed student progress and adapted support strategies.
- Maintained a positive and inclusive learning environment.
1-2-1 Support Officer at Hoop Recruitment (2024-01 – 2024-06)
- Assisted individuals with personalised support plans.
- Promoted independence and well-being through consistent guidance.
Support Worker at Royal Educare (2023-12 – 2024-03)
- Provided emotional and physical care, supporting personal development.
- Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Children's Residential Support Worker at Aurora Staffing Solutions (2023-07 – 2023-11)
- Delivered educational and recreational support to children in care.
- Maintained strong communication with families and staff.
Administrative Officer at Runtech Port Talbot (2022-01 – 2023-01)
- Improved productivity by 42% through workflow enhancements.
- Managed payroll, recruitment, budgeting, and internal communications.
- Created staff training programs and implemented process improvements.
Coach Admin (Remote Team Leader) at SITEL Group (2021-07 – 2021-11)
- Led remote team operations, performance monitoring, and development.
- Facilitated conflict resolution and positive team culture.
Entertainment Manager at Funtastic Entertainment (2017 – 2021)
- Recruited, trained, and managed hospitality and entertainment teams.
- Delivered engaging programs and ensured customer satisfaction.
Education
GCSEs in Maths & English – Maesteg Comprehensive School (2001 – 2007)
