JAYDE DRIDAN
Haddon,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Education support candidate with primary school experience providing individualised support and small group interventions. As a parent of primary-aged children, I bring valuable lived experience in supporting learning, emotional development and well-being both at home and in educational settings.
While early in my professional journey, I demonstrate strong initiative, reliability and a genuine commitment to inclusive learning practices. Eager to continue developing both personally and professionally within a supportive school environment, contributing positively to student engagement and classroom outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Support
Magpie Primary School
Magpie, Vic
10.2025 - Current
- Provide support to students with behavioural, trauma-related and additional learning needs.
- Implement behaviour support strategies to promote a positive classroom environment.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with students to promote engagement and safety.
- Communicate effectively with teachers and staff regarding student needs.
Administration/Bookkeeper
Willaura Supermarket
Willaura
10.2021 - Current
- Processed payroll using Xero software, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Reconciling accounts in xero
- Ordered and sourced stock to maintain inventory levels
- Customer service and register operation
- Provide strong oral and written communication skills
- Shelve restocking and display
- Research and development
Administration/Bookkeeper
Ballarat Mobile Forklifts
02.2016 - Current
- Invoiced clients using Excel and Xero, ensuring timely billing and accurate financial tracking.
- Processed accounts payable transactions to maintain up-to-date financial records and support timely vendor payments.
- Reconciled accounts in Xero.
- Sorted and filed paperwork to enhance record accuracy and improve office workflow.
Education support placement
Haddon Primary school
Haddon, Vic
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Delivered targeted 1:1 and small group intervention programs to improve literacy, numeracy, and classroom engagement.
- Provided individualised support and guidance to enhance learning for students with diverse academic abilities and developmental needs.
- Assisted teachers in implementing positive behaviour management strategies to foster positive learning environments and enhance student outcomes.
- Supported teachers with preparation of lesson materials, including resource organisation, printing and photocopying.
- Supervised students during yard duty, ensuring student safety, wellbeing and positive peer interactions.
- Maintained a safe, clean and organised learning environment to minimise risks and ensure safety of others.
Factory Worker and Packing Supervisor
Australian Lamb Company
03.2013 - 09.2020
- Led packing teams of 15 to 30 employees and assisted with training new employees
- Managed payroll documentation, ensuring timely and accurate employee compensation
- Collaborated effectively with team members and independently to achieve operational goals
- Resolved conflicts among team members to maintain a positive work environment
- Time management and ability to meet set daily orders and tasks
- Able to work under pressure in a fast workplace
- Friendly, hardworking and punctual
- Ability to excel and upskill within the company
Waitress
RSL
Colac
06.2011 - 09.2013
- Delivered attentive service, contributing to positive dining experiences
- Cultivated friendly environment, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Communicated effectively with team members and customers
- Managed cash and credit transactions accurately
- Supported various departments, ensuring smooth operations
Hospitality Professional
Farmers Arms Hotel
Beeac, Vic
06.2008 - 11.2012
- Managed fast-paced kitchen and bar operations, ensuring efficiency and quality service.
- Supervised and trained staff across kitchen and bar roles, fostering a positive team atmosphere.
- Provided high-quality customer service, resolving inquiries and complaints to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated staff rosters and delegated tasks to ensure efficient and seamless shift operations.
- Advanced from junior kitchenhand to management role, demonstrating leadership and commitment to team success.
- Prepared and served food and beverages while adhering to food safety regulations.
- Handled cash transactions, including EFTPOS processing and end-of-day reconciliation.
- Supported stock control through ordering and inventory management procedures.
Education
CHC30221 Certificate III - Education
School Based Education Support
ITAC10-2025
CHC40221 Certificate IV - Education
School Based Education Support
ITAC10-2025
Some College (No Degree) - VCE-YEAR 12
COLAC SECONDARY COLLEGE
Colac, VIC12-2011
CERT II - ANIMAL STUDIES
GORDON TAFE GEELONG
Geelong01-2011
Skills
- Reliability and support
- Organisational skills
- Collaboration and independence
- Adaptability
- Proactive learning
- Knowledge expansion
- Leadership abilities
- Empathy and nurturing
- Effective communication
- Computer proficiency
- Xero expertise
- Excel proficiency
References
- ASHLEIGH STEWART, WORK COLLEAGUE, AUSTRALIAN LAMB COMPANY, 0438 211 312
- GRACE MARSHALL, WORK COLLEAGUE, WILLAURA SUPERMARKET, 0478 790 799
- SAM RINGIN, EDUCATION SUPPORT STAFF, ES COURSE PLACEMENT SUPERVISOR, HADDON PRIMARY SCHOOL, 0402 200 078
Timeline
Education Support
Magpie Primary School
10.2025 - Current
Education support placement
Haddon Primary school
08.2025 - 09.2025
Administration/Bookkeeper
Willaura Supermarket
10.2021 - Current
Administration/Bookkeeper
Ballarat Mobile Forklifts
02.2016 - Current
Factory Worker and Packing Supervisor
Australian Lamb Company
03.2013 - 09.2020
Waitress
RSL
06.2011 - 09.2013
Hospitality Professional
Farmers Arms Hotel
06.2008 - 11.2012
CHC30221 Certificate III - Education
School Based Education Support
CHC40221 Certificate IV - Education
School Based Education Support
Some College (No Degree) - VCE-YEAR 12
COLAC SECONDARY COLLEGE
CERT II - ANIMAL STUDIES
GORDON TAFE GEELONG