SADAF SUHAIL
Norbury,London
Summary
I am a hard-working, self-motivated , energetic and dedicated professional with a robust foundation in education, mentoring and supporting young people. I am well-versed in strong communication (both written and verbal) and possess outstanding organisation skills.
As a skilled and enthusiastic professional, I have a passion for supporting young pupils education and development by fostering positive and inclusive environment. Hence why, I am always ready to step in to facilitate them to achieve well in all aspects of their life.
Motivated with 15 years of experience, I thrive under pressure and have a solution seeking approach and an ability to adapt to challenges with ingenuity and resilience. I am skilled in guiding and supporting diverse learners, with a unique ability to identify individual pupil needs which enables me to tailor their learning in a way most beneficial to them.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior specialist Learning Mentor
ST. Christopher's fellowship
London
2026.02 - Current
- Helping children engage with school, college, or alternative education programmes.
- Supporting homework, coursework, and revision.
- Encouraging attendance, punctuality, and positive attitudes towards learning.
- Liaising with teachers, schools, tutors, and educational professionals.
- Building positive, trusting relationships with young people.
- Acting as a role model and encouraging confidence, resilience, and independence.
- Supporting life skills such as time management, organisation, budgeting, and communication.
- Helping children manage emotions, anxiety, and behavioural difficulties that may affect learning.
- Using mentoring techniques to identify barriers to education and personal growth.
- Supporting children through transitions, such as changing schools or preparing for adulthood.
- Contributing to individual care plans and educational targets.
- Keeping accurate records of progress, achievements, and concerns.
- Attending meetings with social workers, teachers, and other professionals.
- Following the correct protocol when it comes to safeguarding.
Class Teacher
Alkhair Primary school
London, London
2025.08 - 2025.11
- Created lesson plans in accordance with national curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
- Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction..
- Adapted teaching styles to cater for students with special educational needs.
- Assessed, recorded and reported on progress of students to help achievement of learning goals.
- Counselled students working through educational, personal and behavioural problems.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavioural issues.
- Managed classroom behaviour by applying effective strategies for promoting discipline and respect.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, interests, and abilities, promoting inclusive education.
- Monitored and recorded student attendance, punctuality, and behaviour, addressing issues in accordance with school policies.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilising variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Maintained trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular activities for a holistic learning experience.
- Set and communicated ground rules for classroom to encourage respect and personal responsibility.
- Inspired pupils by delivering fun and exciting lessons, leading to increased engagement.
- Coordinated with parents and guardians during parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress.
- Led assemblies and presentations to promote school values and celebrate achievements.
- Observed and assessed student performance to identify areas requiring improvement.
- Implemented reading schemes to improve literacy levels across the class.
- Assigned homework and quizzes to gauge performance of students.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to achieve universal success.
- Fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning activities and discussions.
- Provided positive feedback to instill confidence in students.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with educational research and pedagogical strategies.
- Designed presentations, visual aids and worksheets to enhance learning experience.
- Differentiated instruction to customise lessons for student abilities and skill level.
- Provided pastoral care and support to students, addressing any personal or academic concerns.
- Liaised with external agencies and specialists to support students with additional needs.
Special education specialist
FSIE
2023.10 - 2025.07
- Aim to Create a friendly, positive and inspiring learning environment to facilitate learning for the student.
- Supported the emotional well-being of SEN students by being an approachable and understanding presence.
- Organised and prepared materials that catered to the specific needs of SEN students.
- Assisting students with a range of learning difficulties, including ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia and
- Dyspraxia to achieve their full potential for independence
- Providing tailored interventions to students with ASD, Emotional and mental health needs and
- Speech and Language needs to help them to settle well in the mainstream school settings
- Plan and deliver lessons based on students IEPs and use strategies, techniques, various programmes and varied resources to help student reach their individual targets
- Make reports to track progress
- Liaise with other professionals like SLTs and external agencies.
- Assisted in the development of social skills through structured group activities and peer interactions.
- Assisted in adapting classroom environments to be more sensory-friendly for students with sensory processing issues.
- Promoted positive behaviour through the implementation of reward systems tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented behaviour management techniques to create a safe and productive learning environment.
Reprographics Assistant
Ashcroft Technology Academy
London
2022.09 - 2023.05
- Use of copiers, scanners and printers in order to provide non-curricular and curricular materials for the academy
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing queries and concerns with professionalism and patience.
- To provide efficient reprographics support to all teaching and support staff and students which includes laminating, binding, making booklets and posters
- Managing and overseeing reprographics room on a daily basis
- Ensuring that the room is tidy and things are in order
- To ensure that copiers and printers are in good working order
- Configured, adjusted and monitored printing machine functions for printing graphics and text.
- Changed printer settings to accommodate different paper sizes, layouts and other specifications by customers.
- Calibrated electronic instruments to remove errors in print quality or repurpose machines for other functions.
- Receiving and processing uniform orders on Squid
- Dealing with staff and parents' queries over the phone, via email or in person
- Ensuring smooth running of stationery and uniform shop for students during break and lunch
- Maintaining, managing and handling stock.
Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
Ashcroft Technology Academy
London
2016.09 - 2022.07
- I have extensive experience of working with kids with Autism spectrum disorder, as my school has a special Autism resource centre (ARC)
- General support to the class teacher and 1:1 support to SEN students during classes.
- Taught small groups of students special educational needs students to provide extra attention and support to those in need.
- Helping pupils to access the curriculum in the class by using various resources e.g. Whiteboard, flash cards and mind maps
- Producing and providing the students with relevant resources and handouts (tailored to their specific needs) in order to facilitate their learning.
- Skilfully planned innovative and creative lessons, designed to develop skills and learning for children requiring special education.
- To encourage students to become an independent learner
- Provide support to pupils who have communication difficulties also where English is an additional language.
- To promote the acceptance and inclusion of the pupil with SEN, and encourage them to participate in all school activities
- Supervise children at breaks to ensure their safety
- To encourage pupils to interact with each other in an appropriate and acceptable manner and to provide them social and emotional support when pupils need it.
- Regularly running or attending EHCP annual review meetings with parents in order to set long and short term goals for their children, and ensuring that the students are working towards these goals
- To Successfully plan, organise and run induction day for SEN children, every year
- To run different clubs like Reading Club, Transition Club, Rapid Reading etc.
- I also run intervention sessions like LITERACY SUPPORT GROUP, WORD AWARE and WORD DETECTIVE. To support students with SL&C needs or Learning disabilities to improve their literacy skills.
- To supervise exams, or read and scribe for SEN students when needed
- Regular meetings with parents to keep them up to date with their child's school's life
- To attend regular all school and SEN team meetings and take minutes.
Exam Invigilator
Ashcroft Technology Academy
London
2016.05 - 2016.06
- Set up equipment, distributed examination documents and outlined procedures to prepare and provide instructions to students in venue.
- Checked students issued with correct examination paper.
- Ensured students abided by rules of the examination hall and practised correct exam conditions.
- Supervised students throughout the examination to deter cheating.
- Facilitated smooth start and conclusion of exams, timing each session accurately for fairness.
- To ensure that no inappropriate items are brought into the examination hall. e.g. mobile phones, hats and gadgets to enforce rules and enable students to focus on examinations.
- To record attendance on the official examination registers
- To be aware of any needs that candidates may have during an examination.
- Patrolled exam halls vigilantly to deter cheating and address any irregularities promptly.
- Responded to candidate queries regarding exam rules without compromising test integrity.
- Distributed and collected exam papers, meticulously checking identification to verify candidate authenticity.
- Assisted candidates with additional requirements, ensuring compliance with equality and accessibility policies.
- Supervised break times for candidates in lengthy exams, maintaining security and procedure.
- Conducted thorough checks of calculators and other authorised materials to prevent unauthorised aid.
- To maintain security and confidentiality.
- To assist in other activities as may reasonably be requested by the centre from time to time
Exam Invigilator
St. Marks Academy
London
2015.05 - 2015.06
Midday Supervisor
Gatton Primary school
London
2014.09 - 2015.04
- To supervise the movement of pupils to and from dining areas, including any personal hygiene requirements
- To maintain good order in dining areas
- To assist pupils, where necessary, with the collection of food and return of trays, or other items to the service counter
- To assist pupils, where necessary, with the proper use of cutlery, drinking facilities or other aspects of the midday meal
- To assist in the clearance of any spillages and wiping down, clearing or resetting of tables, as appropriate
- To assist in the setting up and removal of furniture where necessary
- To supervise pupils in designated areas of the school during the midday break and to ensure their safety
- To establish safe and appropriate behaviour by effective intervention or referral to senior staff
- To take any immediate action to attend to sickness or accidents by carrying out minor first aid and summoning relevant assistance
- To report any unauthorised visitors on school premises.
Receptionist
Residenza
London
2013.02 - 2014.07
- Welcomed guests and clients in a friendly, positive manner.
- Provided professional customer service to foster strong first impressions and positively impact business reputation.
- Answered and directed incoming calls to relevant staff members using multi-line telephone system.
- Handled incoming telephone calls, taking accurate messages and relaying to personnel to support timely communication.
- Responded to enquiries from clients, vendors and members of the public.
- Maintained clean and orderly reception area to welcome visitors.
- Met customers' needs efficiently while resolving issues to maintain satisfaction and enhance service quality.
- Performed day-to-day administrative tasks to effectively support staff operations and ensure smooth workflow.
- Kept reception well-stocked with reading materials, informational pamphlets and important forms.
- Filed and maintained invoices, customer records and other paperwork to facilitate ease of retrieval.
- Draft documents based on agent's request, including listing agreement, offers, etc.
- Ensured the office was clean and presentable at all times.
Interpreter and Translator
DA Languages
London
2011.02 - 2012.12
- Accurately reproducing what has been said in the specified language(s)using technology where appropriate, such as microphones, headphones, telephones, videoand the internet
- Maintained impartiality in communications and decisions, fostering trust and credibility among stakeholders.
- Accurately reproducing what has been said in the specified language(s) using technology where appropriate, such as microphones, headphones, telephones, video and the internet
- To attend meetings or conferences
- To be professional at all times
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Supporting Teaching & Learning
South Thames College
London, ENG2014-07
NVQ Level 4 - Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
South Thames College
London2013-07
Certificate - Understanding Learning Difficulties
tes
Pakistan, London2024-02
NVQ Level 3 - Supporting Language and Learning for 11-16s
OCN London
London2022-01
Certificate - safeguarding Young people
tes
London2023-10
Certificate - Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026
tes
London2023-10
Certificate - Understanding Self-Harm
tes
London2023-10
Certificate - ADHD Awareness
tes
London2023-12
Certificate - Online Safety for Teachers, school staff & Governers
NOS
2020-04
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Children And Young People's Mental Health
Milton Keynes College
Milton KeynesNVQ Level 2 - Understanding Autism
Milton Keynes College
Milton Keynes, MIKNVQ Level 2 - Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
Milton Keynes College
Milton Keynes, MIKMaster of Arts - English Literature
International Islamic University
Islamabad, Pakistan, PakistanBachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of The Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan, PakistanA-Levels -
F.G College
Islamabad, Pakistan1998-06
GCSEs -
F.G. Secondary school
Islamabad, Pakistan1995-06
Skills
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Effective stress management
- Interpersonal skills and adaptability
- Time and team management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Team collaboration and independence
- Organizational and administrative skills
- Communication and listening skills
- Professional demeanor
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Punjabi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Hobbies and interests
- Reading, Watching movies, Listening to music, cooking, current affairs and sometimes shopping, Nature walks.
Professional Development
Children's Global Assessment Scale (CGAS)
May 2026
GDPR For Children's Home Staff - Level 2
The Children's Home, Training Hub, 2026
Health And Safety - Level 2
The Children's Home, Training Hub, 2026
Safeguarding Children - Level 2
The Children's Home, Training Hub, 2026
tes - London, 02/2024
Certificate: Understanding Learning Difficulties
tes - London 10/2023
Certificate: safeguarding Young people
London 10/2023
Certificate: Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023
tes - London 10/2023
Certificate: Understanding Self-Harm
tes - London 12/2023
Certificate: ADHD Awareness
Timeline
Senior specialist Learning Mentor
ST. Christopher's fellowship
2026.02 - Current
Class Teacher
Alkhair Primary school
2025.08 - 2025.11
Special education specialist
FSIE
2023.10 - 2025.07
Reprographics Assistant
Ashcroft Technology Academy
2022.09 - 2023.05
Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
Ashcroft Technology Academy
2016.09 - 2022.07
Exam Invigilator
Ashcroft Technology Academy
2016.05 - 2016.06
Exam Invigilator
St. Marks Academy
2015.05 - 2015.06
Midday Supervisor
Gatton Primary school
2014.09 - 2015.04
Receptionist
Residenza
2013.02 - 2014.07
Interpreter and Translator
DA Languages
2011.02 - 2012.12
NVQ Level 2 - Supporting Teaching & Learning
South Thames College
NVQ Level 4 - Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS)
South Thames College
Certificate - Understanding Learning Difficulties
tes
NVQ Level 3 - Supporting Language and Learning for 11-16s
OCN London
Certificate - safeguarding Young people
tes
Certificate - Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026
tes
Certificate - Understanding Self-Harm
tes
Certificate - ADHD Awareness
tes
Certificate - Online Safety for Teachers, school staff & Governers
NOS
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Children And Young People's Mental Health
Milton Keynes College
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Autism
Milton Keynes College
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
Milton Keynes College
Master of Arts - English Literature
International Islamic University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of The Punjab
A-Levels -
F.G College
GCSEs -
F.G. Secondary school