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Tara French

Education Support Worker
Darnum,VIC

Summary

I am an enthusiastic and reliable individual. I have completed certificate 4 in school based Education Support Work in 2026.

I completed my work experience for my Education Support course at Nilma Primary School and was able to obtain term based employment after I completed my placement.

Due to the small school size of 75 student I am hoping to branch out and develop and further my skills by working as an Education Support Worker in larger school communities.

I am experienced with interpersonal skills, organisational roles which included house keeping, recording and reporting to the teacher of any concerns or behaviors and acknowledging and taking on constructive feedback given to me throughout my placement and term based position.

I utilize effective communication to foster positive and trusting relationships with staff and students.

I am a Qualified Personal Care Assistant with solid background in providing compassionate and attentive care to clients. Supported daily living activities and personal hygiene, ensuring comfort and dignity. Demonstrated proficiency in communication and patience, fostering positive environment for clients.

Proactive Personal Care Assistance and Education support work has helped with skills for building rapport through tact and compassionate communication. Committed to addressing needs and building foundation of habits to increase comfort and independence.

I pride myself with being a professional educator with background in providing essential support within academic settings, ensuring conducive learning atmosphere. Known for contributing to student success through individualized assistance and collaborative team efforts. Highly reliable, adaptable to dynamic educational needs, and proficient in administrative tasks and classroom management.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

I hope to continue my skills in an Education Support Role amongst your school community.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1

Level 4 certification in Aged and Community Care

1
1

Level 4 Certification In School Based Education Support Work

1
1

Year of placement and term based employment

Work History

Education Support Worker

Nilma Primary School
Nilma, VIC
03.2026 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Personal Care Assistant

Fairview Village, Warragul
Warragul
06.2016 - Current
  • Over my 10 years at Fairview Village, I have gained extensive experience in personal care and allied health roles within the aged care industry.
  • Extensive records, reporting and administrative tasks, ensuring thorough attention to detail
  • Excellence interpersonal skills, building rapport quickly with residents, families and my team
  • Managing multiple competing priorities and achieving results
  • Providing residents daily support with their hygiene, their room and overall environment.
  • Following strict cleaning procedures, chemical guides and MSDS guidelines to ensure compliance and safety.
  • Home and community Care staff member for 3 years
  • Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.

Allied Health Assistant

Fairview Village
Warragul, Victoria
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Supporting program development for each individual resident.
  • Working alongside Physiotherapists to build exercise programs and care plans to support the residents' needs.
  • Following detailed plans to improve residents' quality of life.
  • Extensive records, reporting and administrative tasks, ensuring thorough attention to detail
  • Excellence interpersonal skills, building rapport quickly with residents, families and my team
  • Supported needs of 60 residents under long-term care.
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in delivering patient care and support services.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
  • Implemented safety protocols ensuring compliance with health regulations and standards.

Education

Certificate IV - School Based Education Support

Foundation Education
08-2026

Cert IV - Allied Health Assistance

ICM Training, Open Colleges
01.2014

Certificate III - Aged Care

ICP Educational Institute
01.2014

Certificate III - Home Care

ICP Educational Institute
01.2014

VCE - undefined

Drouin Secondary College
01.2008

Skills

  • Strong Team Player
  • Excellent communication
  • Time management
  • Organisation
  • Customer Service/people skills
  • Hardworking, adaptable and motivated
  • Enthusiastic and keen to learn
  • Reliable
  • Passionate
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Behavior redirection
  • Behavior management

Certification

  • Victorian Drivers License
  • Covid 19 Infection Control Training

Timeline

Education Support Worker

Nilma Primary School
03.2026 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Fairview Village, Warragul
06.2016 - Current

Allied Health Assistant

Fairview Village
01.2014 - 01.2016

Certificate III - Aged Care

ICP Educational Institute

Certificate III - Home Care

ICP Educational Institute

VCE - undefined

Drouin Secondary College

Certificate IV - School Based Education Support

Foundation Education

Cert IV - Allied Health Assistance

ICM Training, Open Colleges
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