Iqra Farooq Hussain
Birmingham
Summary
Final-year BA Primary Education (QTS) student with extensive experience teaching across primary settings. Confident in independently planning and delivering lessons, leading whole-class teaching, and managing classroom routines effectively. Experienced in small-group instruction and one-to-one SEND support, with secure skills in behaviour management, differentiation, and safeguarding. Reflective, organised, and committed to high-quality teaching that supports pupil progress and inclusion.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Associate Teacher, Year 2
Nelson Primary School
Ladywood, Birmingham
2026.01 - 2026.03
- Independently led the class for much of the school day, planning and delivering lessons across the KS1 curriculum.
- Managed behaviour effectively, establishing clear routines, and maintaining high expectations for learning and conduct.
- Adapted teaching to meet a range of needs, including small group and one-to-one support for pupils with SEND and EAL.
Associate Teacher, Reception
The Olive School
Birmingham
2025.05 - 2025.06
- Supported and led structured classroom activities, working closely with the class teacher to deliver lessons, manage behaviour, and provide targeted support for individual pupils within an inclusive school setting.
Conference & Events Waitress
Hilton Birmingham Metropole
Birmingham
2022.11 - 2025.02
Associate Teacher, Nursery
Shirestone Academy
Birmingham
2024.10 - 2024.12
- Planned and delivered practical, play-based learning activities to support development across the EYFS prime areas. Led small-group and whole-class sessions, supporting children’s communication, language, and personal, social, and emotional development.
- Used continuous provision and hands-on resources to promote active learning, exploration, and independence.
- Observed and assessed pupils, adapting activities to meet individual needs.
Associate Teacher, Reception
St Michael’s C of E School
Walsall
2023.02 - 2023.05
- Planned and delivered EYFS lessons, leading whole-class teaching and continuous provision in line with the EYFS framework.
- Established and managed effective classroom routines, promoting positive behaviour and engagement in a reception setting.
- Supported early literacy and numeracy through targeted small groups and one-to-one teaching, including SEND support.
- Used observation and formative assessment to monitor progress and adapt learning to meet individual developmental needs.
Sales Assistant
Red Velvet Patisserie
Birmingham
2022.01 - 2022.08
Education
GCSEs -
Small Heath Leadership Academy
2016.09 - 2021.06
Business, Sociology, Health & Social Care
Solihull Sixth Form College
2021.09 - 2023.06
BA Primary Education with QTS -
Birmingham City University
2023.09 - 2026.01
Skills
- Classroom Leadership & Behaviour Management – Confident in leading whole-class teaching independently, establishing clear routines, and maintaining high expectations across EYFS and KS1
- Planning, Differentiation & Assessment – Skilled in planning and delivering lessons, adapting teaching for SEND and EAL pupils, and using formative assessment to inform next steps
- Early Years & KS1 Curriculum Knowledge – Secure understanding of the EYFS framework and KS1 curriculum, including phonics, early reading, writing, and mathematics
- Professional Collaboration – Experienced in working closely with class teachers, support staff, and SEN teams to support pupil progress and classroom practice
- Organisation & Professional Practice – Highly organised and reflective, able to manage workload effectively, meet deadlines, and respond positively to feedback to improve teaching practice
Languages
Urdu
Intermediate
Timeline
Associate Teacher, Year 2
Nelson Primary School
2026.01 - 2026.03
Associate Teacher, Reception
The Olive School
2025.05 - 2025.06
Associate Teacher, Nursery
Shirestone Academy
2024.10 - 2024.12
BA Primary Education with QTS -
Birmingham City University
2023.09 - 2026.01
Associate Teacher, Reception
St Michael’s C of E School
2023.02 - 2023.05
Conference & Events Waitress
Hilton Birmingham Metropole
2022.11 - 2025.02
Sales Assistant
Red Velvet Patisserie
2022.01 - 2022.08
Business, Sociology, Health & Social Care
Solihull Sixth Form College
2021.09 - 2023.06
GCSEs -
Small Heath Leadership Academy
2016.09 - 2021.06