Esther Stephenson

I am currently working as a Learning Support Assistant for young SEND adults at Orchard Hill College. The work is incredibly rewarding, but now I am looking for a job where I can utilise all my skills, experience and qualifications and advance my professional development. I have a MA and BA in illustration from the University of Gloucestershire. Through which I have developed a good understanding of the arts and a range creative industries. I am passionate about developing my creative skills and my personal artwork and continue to do this by exploring a variety of mediums. At university I was able to teach these skills to others as well as safely handle and manage equipment. I also worked in retail for three years and was often noted for my excellent interpersonal skills and problem solving abilities. Between my working hours I work as private gardener and enjoy the mindful nature of the work and being close to nature.

Employment History

• Learning Support Assistant, Orchard Hill College, Lomond House (agency), January 2023 - present
• Senior Teaching Aid, Orchard Hill College, Temporary position, April - June 2025
• Gardener (self-employed), February 2023 - present
• Artist (self-employed), March 2020 - present 
• Cowling & Wilcox, October 2021 - August 2022
• Feather & Black, June 2017 - March 2020

Education

• Capel Manor College (part time student) September 2023 - June 2024
• University of Gloucestershire (BA fulltime student, MA part time student), September 2014 - January 2020
• Lincoln College (Fulltime student) September 2012 - June 2014