Laraib Sarfaraz
Wolverhampton
Summary
Enthusiastic and reliable aspiring Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing in both classroom and one-to-one settings. Skilled in delivering creative, engaging activities, adapting support to individual learning needs, and building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff. Bilingual in English and Urdu, supporting clear communication with pupils and families from diverse backgrounds. DBS cleared and committed to safeguarding best practice, with a strong, proactive approach to professional development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Babysitter
Informal Childcare
Birmingham
2026.01 - 2026.06
- Provided attentive, responsible care for babies and toddlers, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Planned and led age-appropriate play and creative learning activities tailored to each child's individual stage of development, encouraging curiosity and confidence.
- Communicated clearly and warmly with parents, receiving positive feedback on engagement and care provided.
Art Teacher
Bahira Foundation School & College
Punjab
2020.03 - 2022.07
- Planned and delivered structured lessons promoting curiosity, creativity and early literacy skills, supporting pupils' wider learning beyond the art curriculum.
- Adapted teaching methods and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles and individual needs, ensuring every pupil could participate and progress.
- Built positive, trusting relationships with pupils and parents, contributing to a safe, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment, and organised art competitions and classroom displays to foster pupil engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Arts
Fatima Jinnah Women University
Pakistan 2015.10 - 2020.01
Skills
- Supporting pupils' learning and development, including those with additional needs
- Safeguarding awareness and commitment to child protection procedures
- Building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues
- Planning and delivering engaging, creative learning activities
- Observation, assessment and tracking of pupil progress
- Positive behaviour management strategies
- Adaptability to diverse learning styles and individual needs
- Teamwork, collaboration and time management
Courses
- Introducing Caring for Children and Young People, Level 2 (2026)
- Yale University: Parenting and ABCs of Child Rearing, Coursera (2025)
- Carer Training Course, Flexebee (2024)
- Paediatric First Aid – online training completed; in-person training 10 July
Refrences
- References available upon request.
Timeline
Babysitter
Informal Childcare
2026.01 - 2026.06
Art Teacher
Bahira Foundation School & College
2020.03 - 2022.07
Bachelor of Arts - Computer Arts
Fatima Jinnah Women University
2015.10 - 2020.01