Bilingual Teaching Assistant level 3 (grade5) / EAL and ALN Support - Lliswerry High School, Newport City Council - Newport, Wales, UK
(2018-04)
- Monitored and recorded student progress throughout the academic year, helping staff show support needs and follow-up actions.
- Supported pupils in a significantly diverse school community with around 48 languages and 68 ethnicities, including a significant number of EAL learners.
- Provided in-class and intervention support to help EAL pupils acquire English language skills and access the mainstream curriculum.
- Supported ALN pupils, including learners with moderate autism, ADHD, PTSD, and epilepsy, by helping them engage safely and confidently in lessons.
- Completed yearly professional training in safeguarding and school procedures.
- DBS checked.
- Covered lessons and supported teachers with classroom routines, learning activities and behaviour expectations.
- Created classroom displays, bilingual resources, and accessible learning materials to support communication and inclusion.
- Translated documents and supported communication between the school and Arabic-speaking parents/carers.
- Attended parents' evenings, admission meetings and parent meetings with Heads of Year, Key Stage leads, SLT and pastoral support staff.
- Carried home visits for Arabic-speaking families to discuss behaviour, attendance, and pupil wellbeing, supporting positive home-school relationships.
- Worked with external agencies including educational psychologists, NHS nurses, police, vaccination teams, sports centres and charities to support pupils' wider needs.
- Invigilated GCSE examinations, maintaining confidentiality, calm supervision, and school procedures.
- Supported school induction, transition activities, and building pupils' confidence in the school environment.
- Supervised pupils during lesson, break and some extra curriculum activities.
Bilingual Teaching Assistant level 2 (grade3) - GEMS (Gwent Educational Multilingual Service) - Newport, Wales, UK
(2017-01 - 2018-04)
- Collaborated with council education officials and attended meetings to provide feedback about targeted learners.
- Worked across primary and high schools throughout Gwent to deliver language support for Arabic learners, helping them acquiring the English language.
- Gained practical experience in working in both primary schools and high schools.
- Delivered a one-to-one support or small group support when needed.
- Translated documents and supported communication between the school and Arabic-speaking parents/carers.
- Assessed and monitored learners' progress throughout the academic year.
- Attended parents' evenings, admission meetings and parent meetings with Heads of Year, Key Stage leads, SLT and pastoral support staff.
- Extremely knowledgeable about the British curriculum of both Primary schools and High Schools.
Casual Interpreter/Translator - GEMS (Gwent Educational Multilingual Service) - Newport, Wales, UK
(2016 - 2018)
- Provided Arabic-English interpreting and translation support for schools, families, and community services.
- Assisted Arabic-speaking clients during meetings, appointments, and educational discussions.
- Translated documents, letters, and school communications accurately and confidentially.
- Supported effective communication between professionals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Maintained professionalism, confidentiality, and sensitivity when handling personal information.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal, listening, and communication skills in fast-paced environments.
- Adapted communication style to meet the needs of individuals with varying levels of English ability.
Team Leader – Graduation Ceremony Organisation - University of Taiz - Yemen
(2011 - 2011)
- Led and coordinated event organisation, working with students and staff to deliver a successful graduation ceremony.
- Developed teamwork, organisation, communication and problem-solving skills in a busy and challenging educational setting.
