Hardesh Kaur

A dedicated and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant with nearly 11 years' experience working within primary education. Committed to supporting children's academic, social and emotional development through inclusive practice, effective classroom support and personalised approaches to learning. Experienced in working alongside teaching staff to create positive learning environments where pupils feel secure, motivated and able to achieve their potential.

A calm, caring and consistent practitioner with a strong understanding of child development and the importance of building trusting relationships. Passionate about supporting every child's individual needs and contributing positively to a collaborative school environment through effective communication, teamwork and a commitment to pupil wellbeing.

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Hexthorpe Primary School

(2020-09)

• Support the class teacher in delivering effective learning across the curriculum.
• Lead phonics sessions, interventions and targeted one-to-one support to improve pupil progress.
• Provide specialist support for pupils with SEND, EHCPs and behavioural needs.
• Manage and support challenging behaviour using positive strategies.
• Lead learning activities for groups of pupils, including larger groups when required.
• Support assessments, lesson preparation, safeguarding and medical needs.

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Gledhow Primary School

(2018-09 - 2020-08)

• Supported classroom teaching, learning activities and daily routines.
• Delivered interventions in Phonics, Literacy, Numeracy and other curriculum areas.
• Provided individual support for pupils with SEND, EHCPs and behavioural needs.
• Led small-group activities and supported pupil progress through targeted interventions.
• Assisted with phonics assessments, reading development and classroom organisation.
• Supported PPA cover, maintaining effective learning and behaviour management.
• Promoted safeguarding, inclusion and positive relationships with pupils.
• Supported pupils' safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour during lunchtimes.
• Encouraged positive play, social skills and inclusion.
• Worked closely with school staff to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Followed safeguarding procedures and supported children with additional needs.

Lunchtime Supervisor - Gledhow Primary School

(2018-09 - 2020-08)

• Supported pupils' safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour during lunchtimes.
• Encouraged positive play, social skills and inclusion.
• Worked closely with school staff to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Followed safeguarding procedures and supported children with additional needs.

Nursery Nurse / After School Club Deputy Leader - Candystripe Inc

(2007 - 2018)

• Supported children's learning, development and wellbeing through engaging activities.
• Promoted inclusion by meeting individual children's needs.
• Managed safeguarding, personal care and health requirements.
• Built strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Supported daily organisation, teamwork and communication within the setting.

Level 3 Award - Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools - Leeds City College (2014 - 2014)

Functional Skills - Maths Level 1 - Leeds City College (2014 - 2014)

Functional Skills - English Level 2 - Leeds City College (2014 - 2014)

Level 3 Diploma - Playwork - Playscape Training (2013 - 2013)