Aspiring Trainee Primary Teacher

Desired work region:London

Relocation possible:No

Why they want to teach:To inspire and support young learners' growth.

School Type:Primary

Subject:English

Salary/rate:TT1 [from £9,500 per term]

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Anna Da Conceicao

Partnerships Coordinator

annadc@grad2teach.ac.uk

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

BSc Psychology – Brunel University (2019 – 2023)
A-Levels: Sociology, History, BTEC Business Diploma – Lilian Baylis Technology School (2017 – 2019)
GCSEs: Harris Academy Bermondsey (2012 – 2017)
- 9 GCSEs (including English Literature - A, English Language - B, Maths - C)

Strengths

Strong subject knowledge, particularly in English.
Engages students with creative and interactive teaching methods.
Reflective practitioner, open to feedback and professional development.
Experience in behaviour management and classroom support.
Effective communicator with students, parents, and staff.

Areas for Development

Needs to build confidence in behaviour management strategies.
Developing stronger lesson delivery skills beyond reliance on presentations.
Expanding experience with primary curriculum beyond classroom support roles.

Assessment & Interview Notes

British passport – No visa restrictions.
Eligible for Student Finance to cover training costs.
Open to travelling up to 1.5 hours for placement.
Strengths: Confident presenter, well-prepared, passionate about education.
Challenges: Needs to develop a more dynamic teaching style rather than relying on reading from slides.
Behaviour Management: Understands teacher expectations but requires more confidence in handling challenging situations.
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.

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