RUMAYNA BEGUM
Luton,Bedfordshire
Summary
Experienced social care professional dedicated to delivering comprehensive support for children and families. Expertise in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, enhancing family dynamics and children's wellbeing. Collaborates effectively with multi-agency partnerships to achieve improved outcomes. Focused on empowering families through tailored care plans and community resources, emphasizing a child-centered approach.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Placement Brokerage Officer – Home Finding & Support Team
Northamptonshire Children’s Trust
Northampton, Northamptonshire
10.2003 - 12.2025
- Assisted in commissioning services and placements for looked after children.
- Conducted quality assurance checks ensuring compliance with regulatory and service standards.
- Identified cost-effective placements aligning with children’s assessed needs.
- Participated in case management through involvement in panels, MDTs, and reviews.
- Negotiated placement costs, while managing budgets effectively.
- Addressed emergencies promptly using established protocols.
Senior Community Assessor – Pediatric Occupational Therapy (Children’s Services)
Central Bedfordshire Council
Shefford, Central Bedfordshire
12.2021 - 10.2023
- Facilitated support for families facing challenges in daily occupations due to illness, disability, or injury.
- Oversaw junior staff development and mentoring, fostering a skilled team environment.
- Empowered children to participate in self-care, education and leisure activities, enhancing their wellbeing.
- Person-centred safeguarding, in compliance with relevant legislation.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of seating arrangements, minor adaptations, and assessments for toileting and bathing needs.
Detention Custody Welfare Officer
Home Office – Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre
Bedford, Bedfordshire
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Created safe supportive environment for detained residents.
- Assisted residents with facilitated return funding, asylum and bail applications.
- Coordinated with internal services including counselling and therapeutic support.
- Participated in multi-agency meetings and contributed to ACDT plans for residents at risk of self-harm.
- Formulated safety and support plans through detailed assessments and engagement.
Homelessness Prevention Officer – Children Services
Hertfordshire County Council
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Facilitated prevention of homelessness among families known to children’s services.
- Assisted families facing eviction due to rent arrears and court proceedings.
- Collaborated with families lacking recourse to public funds to support child in need and child protection plans.
- Conducted early help and human rights assessments.
- Addressed complex needs including domestic abuse, substance misuse, mental health issues, and school attendance.
Children’s Information & Advice Officer
Hertfordshire County Council
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Acted as first point of contact for referrals relating to children’s welfare.
- Collected data to assist with threshold decision-making.
- Executed precise and timely entries on Liquid Logic.
- Formulated family-oriented action plans and oversaw step-down cases.
- Obtained parental consent and presented cases at triage panels.
Personal Advisor - Leaving care service
Northamptonshire County Council
Northampton, Northamptonshire
01.2015 - 07.2018
- Supported care leavers during transitions to independence and adulthood.
- Advocated for rights of young people, including unaccompanied asylum-seeking minors.
- Assisted with immigration, housing, legal, and education issues.
- Completed pathway plans and conducted statutory visits, including in prison.
- Promoted education, employment, training, and independent living skills.
- Attended court to advocate for young persons.
Placements Officer
Northamptonshire County Council
Northampton, Northamptonshire
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Facilitated matching of children and young people with suitable placements.
- Supported financial efficiency while addressing risk and safeguarding requirements.
- Cultivated robust relationships with internal and external providers.
- Performed placement visits, including those evaluated by Ofsted.
Contact Supervisor - Parkside Family Centre
Action for Children
Houghton Regis, Central Bedfordshire
12.2013 - 04.2014
- Facilitated supervised contact sessions across community and home settings.
- Conducted risk assessments and drafted comprehensive reports.
- Ensured safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults consistently.
Early Help Family Support Worker (Temporary)
The Children’s Society – Sure Start Centre
Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire
10.2013 - 11.2013
- Planned and executed structured stay and play sessions for children aged 0-5, incorporating educational activities and age-appropriate resources.
Family support worker
Purple professional services
Dunstable, Central Bedfordshire
10.2010 - 10.2013
- Conducted home visits, ensuring a safe environment for children.
- Improved children's behaviour by implementing structure and routine.
- Offered advice on budget management, reducing financial stress in households.
- Mentored parents in managing challenging behaviours; fostered positive changes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective care planning.
- Dealt with crisis situations calmly, ensuring safety of all involved parties.
- Attended family court proceedings to provide evidence
Education
Master of Science - International Social Work & Social Development
University of Bedfordshire
Luton 10.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Child & Adolescent Studies
University of Bedfordshire
09.2006 - 06.2010
NVQ Level 2 - Business Studies
Challney High School
LutonSkills
- Case management and assessments
- Safeguarding and child protection
- Risk assessment and crisis intervention
- Budget management and negotiation
- Quality assurance and compliance
- Multi-agency collaboration
- Record keeping and report writing
- Languages: English, Sylheti, Urdu, Hindi
- Interpersonal skills
- Microsoft Office
- Social care systems: Care First, Mosaic, Liquid Logic
Accomplishments
- Northamptonshire County Council; Pathway Plan recognised as best-practice exemplar.
- Participated in Social Work Academy improvement project (2017)
Timeline
Senior Community Assessor – Pediatric Occupational Therapy (Children’s Services)
Central Bedfordshire Council
12.2021 - 10.2023
Detention Custody Welfare Officer
Home Office – Yarl’s Wood Immigration Removal Centre
07.2021 - 11.2021
Homelessness Prevention Officer – Children Services
Hertfordshire County Council
07.2019 - 07.2021
Master of Science - International Social Work & Social Development
University of Bedfordshire
10.2018 - 06.2020
Children’s Information & Advice Officer
Hertfordshire County Council
08.2018 - 07.2019
Personal Advisor - Leaving care service
Northamptonshire County Council
01.2015 - 07.2018
Placements Officer
Northamptonshire County Council
04.2014 - 01.2015
Contact Supervisor - Parkside Family Centre
Action for Children
12.2013 - 04.2014
Early Help Family Support Worker (Temporary)
The Children’s Society – Sure Start Centre
10.2013 - 11.2013
Family support worker
Purple professional services
10.2010 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Child & Adolescent Studies
University of Bedfordshire
09.2006 - 06.2010
Placement Brokerage Officer – Home Finding & Support Team
Northamptonshire Children’s Trust
10.2003 - 12.2025
NVQ Level 2 - Business Studies
Challney High School