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Fatima Begum

Leeds,West Berkshire

Summary

Dedicated and enthusiastic Childhood Studies undergraduate with experience supporting children’s learning, wellbeing, and development across educational and early years settings. Passionate about creating positive learning experiences that enable every child to reach their full potential. Possesses strong communication, behaviour management, safeguarding, and relationship-building skills, developed through academic study and hands-on experience within schools and nurseries. Recognised for being approachable, adaptable, and highly organised, with the ability to build trust with children, parents, and colleagues alike. Eager to contribute to a supportive educational environment while continuing to develop professionally within the education sector.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work history

Teaching assistant

Careers Teachers
Leeds, West Yorshire
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Supported pupils in individual and small group settings to boost engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Assisted children with special educational needs in accessing lessons and achieving personal learning objectives.
  • Promoted positive behaviour to maintain a focused and productive classroom environment.

Nursery practitioner

Phoenix Day Nursery
Leeds , West Yorkshire
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Supported children's social-emotional and cognitive development through play-based activities.
  • Delivered fun and interactive experiences, including storytelling, singing, and creative play.
  • Maintained a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for all children.
  • Facilitated strong communication with parents and carers to build positive relationships.
  • Adhered to safeguarding, hygiene, and health and safety protocols consistently.
  • Assisted with feeding, personal care, and daily record keeping effectively.

Sales Associate

USL Leeds
Leeds, West Yorkshire
12.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted customers in identifying needs and recommending appropriate products.
  • Enhanced communication and persuasion skills through direct sales interactions.
  • Established strong customer relationships and managed objections effectively.
  • Achieved performance expectations while working independently.

GSA Champion

Matalan
Leeds, West Yorkshire
05.2022 - 10.2023
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a busy retail setting.
  • Assisted customers with queries and effectively resolved issues.
  • Supported team members and fostered a positive workplace culture.
  • Exhibited reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
  • Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Applied positive customer service approach to increase satisfaction levels.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies

University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield
09/2023 - 07/2026

A-Levels - Double Health and Social care Sociology

Notre Dame Sixth Form College
Leeds
09/2021 - 07/2023

GCSEs -

Co-op Academy of Leeds
Leeds
09/2015 - 05/2021

Skills

Child Development and Early Years Education
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Building Positive Relationships with Children and Families
Planning and Delivering Engaging Learning Activities
Observation, Assessment and Record Keeping
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Behaviour Management
Supporting Children’s Social and Emotional Development
Teamwork and Collaboration
Organisation and Time Management
Creativity and Play-Based Learning
Health and Safety Awareness
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Patience, Empathy and Compassion
Adaptability and Flexibility
Attention to Detail
Professionalism and Reliability
Supporting Children with Additional Needs
Literacy and Numeracy Support
Microsoft Office and Administrative Skills

Timeline

Teaching assistant

Careers Teachers
01.2025 - 04.2025

Nursery practitioner

Phoenix Day Nursery
01.2024 - 06.2024

Sales Associate

USL Leeds
12.2023 - 01.2024

GSA Champion

Matalan
05.2022 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies

University of Huddersfield
09/2023 - 07/2026

A-Levels - Double Health and Social care Sociology

Notre Dame Sixth Form College
09/2021 - 07/2023

GCSEs -

Co-op Academy of Leeds
09/2015 - 05/2021
Fatima Begum