Aspiring Trainee Primary Teacher
Partnerships Co-ordinator
About Profile
Professional Profile
Sumeya is a dedicated and reflective trainee teacher with experience supporting students with diverse learning needs. She has worked as a Teaching Assistant at Spa School Bermondsey, where she provided educational and emotional support to children with special learning requirements. Her background in psychology gives her valuable insight into student behaviour and learning strategies.
Education
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BSc Psychology – Brunel University (2019 – 2023)
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A-Levels: Sociology, History, BTEC Business Diploma – Lilian Baylis Technology School (2017 – 2019)
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GCSEs: Harris Academy Bermondsey (2012 – 2017)
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9 GCSEs (including English Literature - A, English Language - B, Maths - C)
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Strengths
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Strong subject knowledge, particularly in English.
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Engages students with creative and interactive teaching methods.
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Reflective practitioner, open to feedback and professional development.
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Experience in behaviour management and classroom support.
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Effective communicator with students, parents, and staff.
Areas for Development
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Needs to build confidence in behaviour management strategies.
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Developing stronger lesson delivery skills beyond reliance on presentations.
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Expanding experience with primary curriculum beyond classroom support roles.
Assessment & Interview Notes
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British passport – No visa restrictions.
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Eligible for Student Finance to cover training costs.
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Open to travelling up to 1.5 hours for placement.
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Strengths: Confident presenter, well-prepared, passionate about education.
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Challenges: Needs to develop a more dynamic teaching style rather than relying on reading from slides.
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Behaviour Management: Understands teacher expectations but requires more confidence in handling challenging situations.
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Safeguarding Knowledge: Understands procedures, knows to refer concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
Key Takeaways
Sumeya is well-prepared and motivated to become a teacher. Her practical experience as a Teaching Assistant, coupled with her psychology background, provides her with strong foundations for understanding student behaviour. With further training in lesson planning and behaviour management, she has the potential to become a confident and effective educator.