Amala Arif
Slough,UK
Summary
Experienced SEND Teaching Assistant and Mathematics Educator with over three years of teaching experience and a UK specialist school experience supporting pupils with diverse learning needs. Skilled in supporting students with speech and language needs, communication difficulties, learning difficulties, behaviour support, classroom engagement, and personal care. Holds an MSc in Data Science from the University of Hertfordshire and an MSc in Mathematics, combining strong analytical skills with a passion for inclusive education. Committed to safeguarding, well-being and creating positive learning environments that enable every child to achieve their full potential.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching Assistant (Supply)
Arbour Vale School
Slough, UK
05.2026 - 06.2026
- Supported teachers with classroom activities and daily learning tasks.
- Assisted pupils in specialist educational setting, encouraging participation and independence.
- Maintained safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
- Worked collaboratively with teachers and school staff to meet pupils’ individual needs.
- Followed school safeguarding, behaviour and health & safety procedures.
- Ensured safety of pupils during extracurricular activities .
Teacher
The Savvy School
Lahore, Pakistan
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons aligned with the curriculum.
- Managed classroom behaviour and created a positive learning environment.
- Supported students with academic and personal development.
- Built strong relationships with parents through regular communication.
- Contributed to school events and continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
MSc - Data Science
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield/UK 01.2025 - 05.2026
MSc - Mathematics
NCBA&E
Lahore/ Pakistan 09.2019 - 11.2021
BSc - Double Mathematics & Physics
University of the Punjab
Lahore 01.2017 - 07.2019
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Safeguarding Awareness
- Time Management
- Learning Support
- Personal Care
- Positive Behaviour Support
- One-to-One Support
- Group work facilitation
- Child protection awareness
- Safeguarding
Certification
Professional Development (CPD)
- Child Safeguarding
- The Prevent Duty
- Fundamental British Values
- Managing Behaviour
- Promoting Positive Behaviour
- Child Development (0–19 Years)
- Level 2 Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Schools
- Applied Mathematics Certification
- Short Course in Advanced Mathematics
Languages
English
Fluent
URDU
Native
DBS CHECKED
Enhanced DBS Certificate
Timeline
Teaching Assistant (Supply)
Arbour Vale School
05.2026 - 06.2026
MSc - Data Science
University of Hertfordshire
01.2025 - 05.2026
Teacher
The Savvy School
01.2021 - 12.2024
MSc - Mathematics
NCBA&E
09.2019 - 11.2021
BSc - Double Mathematics & Physics
University of the Punjab
01.2017 - 07.2019