Amy Phillips

Learning Support Assistant
14 Oasis Court , Kenway, SS2 5DZ, Southend-on-Sea, UK.

About

Dedicated and reliable Learning Support professional with 2+ years of experience fostering positive learning environments for pupils across Nursery, Reception, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. Proven ability to provide effective one-to-one SEND support, manage behaviour, and enhance literacy development, contributing to improved pupil engagement and academic confidence. Passionate about creating inclusive educational experiences and building strong relationships with both pupils and staff.

Work

Bournemouth Park Primary School
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Midday Assistant (MDA) / Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK

Summary

Progressed from Midday Assistant to Learning Support Assistant, providing essential one-to-one SEND support to a Year 4 pupil while fostering a positive and safe learning environment. Consistently demonstrated reliability and initiative, leading to frequent requests for classroom support across Nursery, Reception, and Key Stage 2, enhancing pupil engagement and academic progress.

Highlights

Provided dedicated one-to-one Learning Support for a Year 4 pupil with SEND needs, significantly improving academic engagement, emotional regulation, and overall learning outcomes.

Supported classroom teachers across Nursery, Reception, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2, facilitating smooth routines, managing activities, and ensuring an organised, conducive learning environment.

Enhanced literacy development by actively listening to pupils read, accurately recording progress in reading records, and providing targeted support to Year 3 and Year 4 students, contributing to improved reading fluency.

Implemented effective behaviour management strategies, fostering a calm and focused atmosphere for pupils, enabling sustained engagement in learning tasks and group activities.

Maintained rigorous safeguarding awareness and health and safety practices, ensuring the well-being and security of all pupils during lessons, transitions, and playground supervision.

Facilitated pupil participation in various school events, including assemblies and productions, and managed small group learning sessions, promoting confidence and collaborative learning.

Amy Phillips Photography
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Freelance Photographer

Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK

Summary

Operated a successful freelance photography business specializing in natural, emotive portraiture, managing all aspects from client acquisition to final image delivery and post-production.

Highlights

Managed end-to-end operations for a freelance photography business, encompassing client acquisition, scheduling, session delivery, and post-production, ensuring high client satisfaction.

Planned and executed annual Christmas photography events over multiple weekends, effectively managing logistics, client flow, and delivering high-quality seasonal portraits.

Utilized Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom for professional image editing, enhancing visual quality and delivering a consistent brand aesthetic for all client projects.

Drove business growth through strategic social media promotion and cultivating strong client relationships, resulting in consistent bookings and positive referrals.

Education

Southend East Essex College
Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK

National Diploma

Media Studies

Futures Community College
Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK

GCSE

English Literature

Grade: Grade D

Futures Community College
Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK

GCSE

Mathematics

Grade: Grade D

Futures Community College
Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK

GCSE

ICT

Grade: Grade C

Futures Community College
Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK

GCSE

Business Studies

Grade: Grade C

Languages

English

Skills

Learning Support & Pedagogy

SEND Support, Classroom Assistance, Literacy Support, Reading Development, Numeracy Support, Creative Project Support, Pupil Engagement, Emotional Regulation, Curriculum Support.

Child Welfare & Safety

Behaviour Management, Safeguarding Awareness, Health and Safety Practices, Playground Supervision, Childcare Environments.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Communication with Children, Building Positive Relationships, Teamwork, Staff Collaboration, Client Communication.

Organizational & Administrative Skills

Organisation, Time Management, Classroom Routines, Activity Coordination, Scheduling, Record Keeping.

Adaptability & Initiative

Adaptability, Initiative, Problem-Solving, Working Independently, Flexible Approach.

Digital & Creative Skills

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Photography, Image Editing, Social Media Promotion, Digital Literacy.

Business & Project Management

Client Relationship Management, Event Organisation, Business Operations, Marketing, Booking Management.