FATOUMATA BA
BRISTOL,AVON
Summary
Compassionate, reflective trainee counsellor currently completing a Foundation Degree in Counselling and applying for a placement.
Actively participate in evaluated counselling skills sessions and triads, employing person-centred and integrative counselling techniques., demonstrating strong self-awareness, empathy, and trauma-informed approaches. Proficient in behavioural and emotional support for children, safeguarding practices, and ethical standards. Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, with proven leadership and team-building capabilities. Dedicated to fostering resilience and mental toughness while promoting well-being through active listening and nurturing strategies.
Strong background as a Pastoral and Nurture Lead in a primary school, supporting children's emotional and social wellbeing. Committed to ethical practice, professional development, and known for mental toughness, perseverance, and self-awareness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Volunteer Befriending
Womankind
Bristol
04.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to individuals, who have experienced sexual violence and abuse, experiencing social isolation.
- Facilitated engaging conversations to foster meaningful connections and friendships.
- Assisted in developing tailored activity plans to meet individual needs and preferences.
- Documented interactions and feedback to enhance future volunteer support initiatives.
- Encouraged participants to express their thoughts and feelings in a safe environment.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills in active listening and empathy, inclusion and diversity.
- Provided companionship to individuals facing social isolation, fostering meaningful connections.
- Supported clients in expressing their feelings and concerns, enhancing emotional wellbeing.
Pastoral & Nurture Lead
HANNAH MORE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Bristol
09.2022 - Current
Provided emotional support to children aged 4 to 11, enhancing wellbeing.
- Ran nurture groups for attachment, self-esteem, and emotional regulation development.
- Delivered one-on-one pastoral sessions using counselling skills.
- Collaborated with SENCO and safeguarding leads for holistic student support.
- Maintained accurate records on safeguarding and pastoral care.
- Facilitated staff workshops on nurturing practices and strategies.
- Implemented pastoral strategies to enhance student wellbeing.
- engaged in monthly clinical supervision
Education
Foundation Degree in Counselling - Humanities
Bath Spa University
Bath 09.2024 -
NVQ Level 5 - Art Therapy
Trauma and Mental Health Informed Schools UK
Bristol 03.2021 - 11.2021
Skills
Person-centred and integrative counselling
Active listening, empathy, and unconditional positive regard
Strong self-awareness and reflective capacity
Mental toughness, perseverance, and resilience
Trauma-informed and nurturing approaches
Behavioural and emotional support for children
Safeguarding and ethical practice
Fluent in English, French, and Spanish
- Team building
- Leadership
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
Affiliations
- community engagement, long nature walks, yoga and dance
Timeline
Volunteer Befriending
Womankind
04.2025 - Current
Foundation Degree in Counselling - Humanities
Bath Spa University
09.2024 -
Pastoral & Nurture Lead
HANNAH MORE PRIMARY SCHOOL
09.2022 - Current
NVQ Level 5 - Art Therapy
Trauma and Mental Health Informed Schools UK
03.2021 - 11.2021