Sandra Kugelberga
EAL Provision Coordinator
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About
Caring, enthusiastic and creative professional with extensive experience supporting people of different ages, backgrounds and needs. Skilled in building positive relationships, organising engaging activities, promoting wellbeing and encouraging participation. Experienced in working with vulnerable individuals, families, refugees and young people, helping them develop confidence, independence and social connections.
Passionate about creating enjoyable and meaningful experiences that improve quality of life and support emotional wellbeing.
Experience
EAL Provision Coordinator - Bexhill Academy - Bexhill-on-Sea
(2023-01)
- Build positive relationships with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Support students' wellbeing, confidence and successful integration into school life.
- Organise mentoring sessions and wellbeing activities.
- Work closely with families and external agencies to provide appropriate support.
- Encourage participation in school and community activities.
Teaching Assistant - Bexhill Academy
(2022-02 - 2023-01)
Supported individuals with diverse needs and backgrounds, working collaboratively with colleagues to improve participation and wellbeing.
Additional UK Employment - East Sussex
(2020 - 2021)
Customer service, hospitality and operational roles.
Service Assistant - British Red Cross - Brighton & Hove
(2020-02 - 2020-08)
- Supported the administration and delivery of the Mobility Aids Service.
- Provided customer support in person and remotely and helped promote the service to potential users.
Project Manager - NGO Shelter “Safe House” - Latvia
(2017-01 - 2019-12)
- Organised community-based events, workshops and wellbeing activities.
- Coordinated support services for refugees and migrants.
- Developed initiatives that promoted community participation and social inclusion.
- Worked with individuals from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and needs.
Psychologist / Social Mentor - Latvian Red Cross - Latvia
(2015-01 - 2016-12)
- Provided emotional and practical support to vulnerable individuals and families.
- Delivered creative wellbeing activities including art, photography, drama and creative writing sessions.
- Promoted social inclusion, confidence and independence.
- Supported people experiencing isolation and significant life changes.
Marketing Manager - Egmont Latvia
(2008 - 2015)
Marketing, communications and audience engagement.
Education & Family Psychologist - Latvia
(2001 - 2014)
Psychological support for individuals and families through educational, youth and social services.
Community Wellbeing Project - Eastbourne
(2024)
Delivered creative wellbeing activities for Ukrainian refugees through a community grant-funded project, helping participants build social connections, confidence and resilience.
Refugee Buddy Project - Hastings, Rother & Wealden
(2025)
Provide practical support, advocacy and social engagement opportunities to people seeking refuge in the local community.
Creative Association for Youth TREPES
(2017-09 - 2019-12)
- Coordinated social inclusion projects for young people, seniors, refugees, and migrants.
- Built partnerships with community organisations and multicultural associations across Latvia.
- Organised community events, workshops, and awareness activities.
- Supported refugee integration and intercultural communication initiatives.
- Developed networks promoting diversity, inclusion, and community engagement.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Social Sciences – Psychology - Riga Teacher Training and Educational Management Academy
