Tell us about your care needs and we'll confirm their availability and help arrange an introduction.
Wendy is a dedicated and compassionate support worker with 8 years of experience across special educational needs, disability support, and healthcare settings. She has a strong track record of providing 1-1 and group support to children and young adults with autism, learning difficulties, and behavioural challenges, always prioritising emotional wellbeing alongside practical development. Wendy is known for her warm, nurturing approach, her ability to build trusting relationships, and her unwavering commitment to helping those she supports reach their full potential.
Woodfield Special School
Learning Support Assistant·Mar 2023 – Jul 2025
Wendy worked with Year 7–9 pupils in a special school setting, supporting the class curriculum across subjects including maths, communication, Makaton signing, drama, and life skills, delivering both 1-1 and group work. During this period she also undertook a variety of additional roles, including Exam Invigilator at a mainstream secondary school, Nursery Assistant across two nursery settings, and Learning Support roles at several SEN schools.
Seva School
Teaching Assistant·Sep 2022 – Feb 2023
Wendy supported children with special needs and behaviour issues in Years 6–8, providing intensive 1-1 assistance to help students access the National Curriculum. She ensured students remained safe and engaged, accompanying them on movement breaks when needed and offering consistent emotional and behavioural support throughout the school day.
Kisharon College
Learning Support Assistant·Sep 2021 – Apr 2022
Wendy supported young adults with specific learning disabilities, assisting with a range of skills including library work, drama, physiotherapy activities, and community-based tasks. Her focus was on promoting independence and enabling students to develop practical life skills in a supported environment.
Roundwood School
Teaching Assistant·May 2021 – Jul 2021
Working within an alternative provision for students with behavioural difficulties, Wendy provided 1-1 academic support in maths, English, and other subjects for Year 7–9 pupils. She also offered nurturing emotional support and participated in sports activities to help students build confidence, develop peer relationships, and work towards reintegration into mainstream schooling.
Roehampton Institute
BA·Completed 1997
Garrets Green College Birmingham
Certificate·Completed 1992
Basic Makaton signing
First Aid
Behaviour Management
Safeguarding
Yes — once you've spoken with our team, we'll arrange an introduction with carers who are a good fit. This gives you the chance to ask questions and make sure it feels right before moving forward.
Simply give us a call and tell us a bit about your needs. We'll confirm availability, suggest the best carers (including Wendy if suitable), and guide you through the next steps.
Availability can change quickly. When you speak to us, we'll check Wendy's current availability and recommend similar carers if needed, so you're not limited to just one option.
Orchard Hill College Academy Trust
Learning Support Assistant·Dec 2018 – May 2021
Wendy provided 1-1 support to young men aged 16–21 with autism, delivering functional Maths and English sessions and supporting community integration activities including gym, swimming, library visits, cinema, and shopping. She placed great importance on building trust and providing emotional support, with the personal goal of making a positive difference in each young person's day.
Kisharon Day School
Teaching Assistant·Mar 2018 – Apr 2018
Wendy taught and supported children with SEN, learning difficulties, and autism through personalised learning programmes. She worked to ensure each student could maximise their potential by tailoring her approach to their individual needs and abilities.
Preston Manor Primary School
Welfare Officer·Nov 2017 – Feb 2018
In this welfare role, Wendy administered first aid to students in the school medical room and liaised with parents regarding their children's health and attendance. She also supervised children in the after-school late room, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
UCL
Catering Assistant·Sep 2017 – Oct 2017
Wendy prepared and served lunch for children, maintained a clean and hygienic dining environment, and carried out general kitchen duties including washing up, emptying bins, and restocking deliveries.
Avigdor Hirsch Torah Temimah Primary School
Lunchtime Assistant·May 2016 – Jul 2017
Wendy collected and distributed food, prepared the dining hall, served lunch to pupils, and supervised children during the lunchtime period. She also assisted younger children with cutting up food and ensured a safe and orderly mealtime environment.
Hope Infant Centre / Mount Stewart Infant School
Midday Meal Supervisor·May 2015 – Dec 2015
Wendy supervised pupils during break and lunch times, encouraging children to eat well and engage in playground activities. She maintained awareness of school safeguarding and health and safety policies to ensure the welfare of all children in her care.
Oasis Catering UK
Kitchen Assistant (Temp)·Sep 2014 – Sep 2014
Wendy prepared healthy and balanced meals for children, including salads, bread, fruit, and meat dishes, and served food during lunch service. She maintained high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness throughout her duties.
Crest Academy School
Teaching Assistant·Jan 2014 – Mar 2014
Wendy provided 1-1 and group support to children requiring additional assistance within the classroom, helping with reading, task completion, and behaviour management. She assisted teachers in planning learning activities, supervised group work, and supported pupils during outings and sports events.
Harrison Catering Agency
Catering Assistant·Aug 2013 – Sep 2013
Wendy prepared basic food items, assisted children during lunchtime, and managed deliveries from suppliers. She worked efficiently to ensure meals were prepared and ready on time, and upheld high standards of health, safety, and hygiene including organising the storeroom and cleaning kitchen surfaces and equipment.
Employer not specified
Home-maker·Jan 2008 – Jan 2013
Wendy dedicated this period to raising her daughter as a full-time home-maker.
Mapledown School
Teacher Assistant·Sep 2012 – Nov 2012
Wendy assisted within a class of children aged 11–14 with special needs, helping to escort pupils to the hall and supervising them during outdoor playtime. She provided general support to teaching staff and pupils as required throughout the school day.
MGM/Virgin Cinemas
Cashier/Sales Assistant·Jan 2000 – Jan 2008
Wendy was responsible for selling cinema tickets both in person and by telephone, handling cash, and cashing up at the end of shifts. She also assisted customers, promoted special offers, and handled complaints professionally, escalating to management when necessary.