Sharon Brady
Newbridge,Co Kildare
Summary
Dedicated in special needs advocacy and autism spectrum understanding, offering comprehensive skills assisting with personal care tasks. Proficient in using visual schedules and assistive technology, with a strong commitment to inclusion and confidentiality. Demonstrates child safeguarding awareness and complex needs understanding, supported by knowledge of PECS and Lámh.
Skilled in creating inclusive learning environments. Supported students to reach their potential fostering self-confidence and independence. Known for building strong rapport with students, teachers, and parents, ensuring tailored support and effective communication.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Special needs assistant
Department of Education
Kildare, Co Kildare
2020.01 - Current
- Supporting the care needs of students with additional needs, so as to ensure they can access the curriculum.
- Assisting with personal care, mobility, health and safety, organisational skills.
- Helping to support behaviour plans as set out by the class Teacher.
- Maintained accurate records on individual pupil as required.
- Utilising assistive technology tools to facilitate effective communication
- Promoting inclusivity
- Supporting teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, contributing to progress meetings to provide feedback, raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
Mortgage Administrator
Fitzsimons Finance
Newbridge
2003.02 - 2006.03
- Improved efficiency by handling mortgage applications and processing paperwork.
- Maintained confidential client files to adhere to data protection laws and regulations.
- Built strong relationships with lenders, resulting in improved negotiation capabilities.
Book Keeper/Receptionist
Corbett McKeever Accounts
Naas, Co Kildare
1998.03 - 2003.02
- Completed data entry tasks whilst adhering to strict deadlines.
- Upheld confidentiality with sensitive information handling procedures.
- Managed phone calls, resulting in effective communication flow within the company.
Education
QQI level 6 - Special educational needs
Portobello Institute
Dublin 2023.01 - 2028.02
QQI level 5 Early childhood care and education - Child Development
Portobello Institute
Dublin 2024.04 - 2025.03
QQi level 5 Early care and Education practice - Chldcare
Portobello Institute
Dublin 2025.03 - 2026.02
QQI level 5 Social Studies - Social studies
Portobello Institute
Dublin 2024.03 - 2025.02
Communications -
Portobello Institute
Dublin 2025.03 - 2026.02
Skills
- Special needs advocacy
- Autism spectrum understanding
- Occupational therapy assistance
- Personal care tasks
- Visual schedule development
- Dedication to inclusion
- Understanding of confidentiality
- Child safeguarding awareness
- Assistive technology expertise
- Knowlwdge of PECS and Lámh
- Complex needs understanding
- First Aid
Timeline
QQi level 5 Early care and Education practice - Chldcare
Portobello Institute
2025.03 - 2026.02
Communications -
Portobello Institute
2025.03 - 2026.02
QQI level 5 Early childhood care and education - Child Development
Portobello Institute
2024.04 - 2025.03
QQI level 5 Social Studies - Social studies
Portobello Institute
2024.03 - 2025.02
QQI level 6 - Special educational needs
Portobello Institute
2023.01 - 2028.02
Special needs assistant
Department of Education
2020.01 - Current
Mortgage Administrator
Fitzsimons Finance
2003.02 - 2006.03
Book Keeper/Receptionist
Corbett McKeever Accounts
1998.03 - 2003.02