SAFIYYAH SHEIKH
Summary
Passionate Social Science student with extensive experience supporting young people and adults facing complex social, educational and emotional challenges. Skilled in trauma-informed and person-centred practice, with strong mixed-methods research experience. Strong interest inneurotechnology and the development of emerging cognitive technologies to support more effective mental health assessment, early intervention and long-term wellbeing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Trustee and Data Scientist
Waltham Forest Migrant Action
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Contribute to governance, oversight and strategic policy planning to improve migrant and refugee access to services.
- Analyse community data and equality metrics to support inclusive, evidence based decision making.
- Collaborate with local authorities and advocacy groups to strengthen community engagement and representation.
Youth Mentor
Solidarity Sports
07.2024 - 11.2025
- Mentor young people aged 8–16 who have experienced complex trauma, supporting confidence, self-image and emotional wellbeing through structured mentoring and creative activities.
- Deliver one-to-one and group sessions focused on building resilience and self-regulation.
- Collaborate with family support workers, therapists and schools to ensure consistency and trauma-informed safeguarding.
- Fundraise and advocate for young people’s voices within community programmes, helping shape inclusive, youth-led initiatives.
- Collect qualitative data on engagement and outcomes to improve mentoring practices.
Befriender (volunteer)
AGE UK
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Build rapport and trust with vulnerable older adults, helping to reduce loneliness and improve wellbeing.
- Offer consistent companionship and tailored support based on individual needs.
- Apply empathy and safeguarding best practice to create a safe and respectful environment.
SEN Childcare Practitioner
Koru Kids
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Support neurodivergent children with routine, emotional regulation and social confidence through person-centred, trauma-informed care.
- Deliver structured play sessions, including Forest School and Montessori-based activities to increase independence and focus.
- Implement EHCP goals and track progress using observational and behavioural data.
- Collaborate with parents and SENCOs to ensure consistency across home and school settings.
Sales Assistant
Ismash & Benefit Cosmetics
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Built strong transferable skills in communication, financial handling and organisational processes.
- Gained experience engaging with a diverse range of clientele, delivering high-quality customer service.
Bank Support worker
CareSupport
07.2021 - 07.2024
- Worked within residential and community settings supporting adults aged 18+ with diverse and complex needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver consistent, person-centred and trauma-informed support.
Education
Sociology with Psychology and Data Analytics -
City St George's University
London 09.2024 - 11.2025
Timeline
Trustee and Data Scientist
Waltham Forest Migrant Action
10.2025 - 11.2025
Befriender (volunteer)
AGE UK
01.2025 - 10.2025
Sociology with Psychology and Data Analytics -
City St George's University
09.2024 - 11.2025
Youth Mentor
Solidarity Sports
07.2024 - 11.2025
SEN Childcare Practitioner
Koru Kids
09.2023 - 09.2025
Sales Assistant
Ismash & Benefit Cosmetics
09.2022 - 09.2024
Bank Support worker
CareSupport
07.2021 - 07.2024