William D. Cain mrwcain@gmail.com - 07765554604 - Liverpool L31 6AF

I am a highly self-motivated, diligent individual with a strong work ethic. I enjoy working and volunteering in different environments as this enables me to test my skills in diverse circumstances. I believe that my high level of achievement throughout my studies demonstrates my willingness to apply myself and successfully complete given tasks. I am energetic, proactive and a great team player, which I believe would be assets in a professional environment._______________________________________________________________________________________

Employment and Voluntary Work:Cedars Upper School Oct 2015 – Dec 2015.http://www.cedarsupper.org.ukWork as part of a Learning Support team to help deliver quality in-lesson assistance across multiple subjects, dealing with a wide variety of SEN students. Additionally, I also provide 1:1 support for Sixth Form students who are in need of mentoring and support outside of standard lessons.

Windoworld services 2011 onwards.http://www.buydoubleglazing.comMy responsibilities include dealing with account data entry, receipting of cash, product knowledge and order processing from inception to installation. As well as good housekeeping, customer confidentiality and the ability to work under my own initiative.

St. George's Primary School Jan 2014 – July 2015.www.st-georgesprimary.com Work in concert with teaching staff to plan and execute lessons. Assist pupils with SEN or other needs during classroom activities, exam prep and reading sessions. Working knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies. Ensure pupils feel safe during school hours and maintain an inclusive and engaging environment for KS2 learning.

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Education:Southport College 2014 – 2015Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

i-to-i International Projects 2014TEFL – Teach English as a Foreign Language. TEFL certificate Pass Grade.

Edge Hill University 2008 – 2011 BA English Literature and Creative Writing joint Honours degree. Grade 2:1(2.i)

King George V College 2005 – 2008 A-Levels in English Literature, Film Studies, Theatre Studies & Classics, ABBC.

Maricourt Catholic High School 2000 – 2005 11 GCSEs (grades A-C) including English, Maths and Science._______________________________________________

Key Skills:Organisation: Able to organise and prioritise workloads and work to deadlines.Communication: Good interpersonal ability. Excellent report writing, face-to-face and listening skills. Initiative: Creative and flexible with children and able to create interactive engaging lesson plan.ICT: I am computer literate (Office, Excel, Powerpoint etc.) and possess excellent keyboard skills, including being able to touch-type.

References:

Peter Chapman – St. George's Primary School, Head Master, No.: 0151 2886630Fiona Moore – Cedars Upper School, Supported Learning Team Leader, No.: 01525 219300

Organisational and Administrative:

I am capable of accomplishing a great deal via my own workplace autonomy, liaising with individuals and outside agencies (via appropriate memos, face-to-face or e-mail contact) as necessary to attain a desired result. All in addition to providing information and assistance to customers.

As a member of the teaching staff – albeit in a support capacity – I have helped other staff to plan activities for both indoor and outdoor settings, taking into account factors such as time restraints, health and safety of pupils, available staff and their specific skills, necessary resource requirements and responding to any emerging problems with our own initiative.

Written and Verbal Communication:

All essays, projects and presentations contributing to my degree studies required in-depth research concerning multiple sources, including libraries, interviews, journal publications and databases. I conducted close analysis of texts and expressed critical opinions in concise, academic terms, paying close attention to proper citations.

Any disputes or incidents that I encounter during school hours may have to be resolved using my own initiative, requiring that I diffuse any such incidents with fair and proper professional conduct.

My duties as a support teacher in the classroom means having to be aware of pupils' idiosyncratic needs and how best to convey and explain new concepts, so that they might more easily reach their learning potential.

I possess excellent diction and clarity of speech.

Leadership and Teamwork:

As a support teacher, clear communication, relaying of pertinent information and attendance of regular staff meetings were essential to ensuring a safe and focused learning environment.

Use of my own initiative and creativity have been key during situations both in the workplace (such as a sudden crisis, development or customer concern that required immediate attention) and on school grounds (instances where I was the most senior member of staff presiding over a class).

Interpersonal and Negotiation Skills:

Communicating with people from other professional bodies, as well as concerned parents, has given me confidence in my negotiation skills through situations that required patience, respecting cultural differences and negotiating to resolve situations, convey important information or acquire things needed at the time.

My post-graduate education has given me knowledge and understanding of educational policies, legislation and practices including safeguarding, health & safety, behavioural theories and scaffolding strategies.

Personal & Hobbies:

I am an avid reader and greatly enjoy conversing with others about their favourite films, books, television shows etc. I enjoy sampling storytelling across multiple mediums, as well as writing for my own pleasure. In addition, I have a fondness for photography, cooking (I am something of an enthusiastic amateur), walking and martial arts.

I am currently attempting to pursue classes in sign language, archery and rock climbing.