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Salma Shafiq

Salma Shafiq

Manchester,Greater Manchester

Summary

Committed manager with exceptional leadership, organisational skills and communication abilities leads high-performing cross-functional teams. Leads projects, company operations and business growth.

Motivated academic professional committed to driving academic progress. Collaborative and communicative individual with history of sound decision-making. Dedicated to supporting inclusive and engaging learning programmes.

Accomplished Deputy Head Teacher versed in academic administration. Oversees educational programme development and evaluates performance to implement improvements. Decisive leader with high-level communication and collaboration skills.

Enthusiastic Nursery Manager with experience in nursery assistance for babies, children and toddlers. Develops fun, engaging learning-through-play activities to meet early years curriculum requirements. Builds rapport and relationships with children and families for trusted, reliable care provisions.

Compassionate management professional with substantial experience supporting parents and caring for children.. Dedicated to leading by example to build committed, empathetic service teams. Dedicated childcare services professional with extensive experience building positive, safe environments for children. Committed to enhancing social, emotional and educational development through programme planning.

Compassionate and enthusiastic to engage children of varying ages and backgrounds. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.

Knowledgeable teaching professional experienced delivering lectures, inspiring discussions and leading hands-on activities. Encourages students to reach personal potential through direct learning and perseverance. Versed in in-person and remote learning. Instils confidence in students with encouragement and facilitates learning-focused lessons. Focused on delivering interesting lessons for maximum engagement and retention. Offers strong public speaking and planning abilities.

Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Educational consultant

Independent Assessment Services
Manchester, North West
09.2023 - Current
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Assisted head teacher with staff planning and development.
  • Prepared and lead schools through OFSTED inspections
  • Ensured that the school complies with all mandatory policies (e.g. health and safety, safeguarding, Prevent), and that procedures and practices are in line and fit for purpose
  • Quality assured teaching, administration and assessments
  • Produced reports on findings and introducing development plans
  • Analysed student evaluation data and generating reports for both quality and management purposes
  • Organised and ensured continuous training of academic and non-academic staff
  • Signposted opportunities for further learning and development.
  • Selected curricula based on students' interests, aptitude and ability.
  • Provided in-depth feedback and constructive criticism on students' work.
  • Promoted perseverance and determination as key components of student success.
  • Managed teams by overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Evaluated students using standardised criteria to determine abilities and learning needs.
  • Used illustrative activities to help students explore concepts.
  • Implemented proven methods to overcome common barriers to learning.
  • Advised, criticised and encouraged students to develop abilities.
  • Personalised instruction and personal mentoring based on individual strengths and abilities.
  • Designed learning plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Developed in-depth lectures on subject-specific theories, foundational concepts and advanced topics.
  • Employed variety of mediums to convey learning concepts.
  • Updated course materials, content and delivery.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
  • Strengthened community engagement strategies to boost programme outreach.
  • Maximised student engagement, mentoring staff to implement diversified teaching methods.
  • Worked with head teacher to deliver appropriate programmes of professional development for staff.
  • Established and optimised programme schedules to cover planned needs.
  • Enriched learning environments to stimulate student learning and achievement.
  • Stayed current on applicable codes and guidelines to maintain compliant programme operations.
  • Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
  • Integrated approaches to modernise and streamline programme operations, maintaining financial solvency and improving student performance.
  • Helped head teacher develop accurate account of school performance to governors, parents and other stakeholders.
  • Supported school mission and values in daily operations and interactions.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within target timeframes.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.

Deputy head teacher and Nursery Manager

Imam Muhammad Zakaria School
Preston, Lancashire
09.2010 - 09.2014
  • Promoted and safeguarded welfare of children and young people within school compound.
  • Enforced fair and equitable disciplinary code to protect students and staff.
  • Helped head teacher develop accurate account of school performance to governors, parents and other stakeholders.
  • Worked with head teacher to deliver appropriate programmes of professional development for staff.
  • Supported school mission and values in daily operations and interactions.
  • Recruited and hired qualified staff to build successful education team.
  • Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
  • Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies.
  • Assisted head teacher in annual budget planning and monitoring.
  • Monitored and evaluated classroom practice throughout school and recommended improvements.
  • Collaborated with parents and teaching staff on strategies to reduce disruptive behavioural incidents.
  • Collaborated with parents and carers to support and improve student development.
  • Devised curriculum strategy to meet national targets.
  • Managed teaching and learning development to better student attainment standards.
  • Deputised in head teacher's absence to lead high-achieving teaching staff.
  • Maintained programme operating within budget levels, maximising resource utilisation whilst minimising costs.
  • Took lead role in managing student behaviour across school following set school policies for discipline.
  • Enriched learning environments to stimulate student learning and achievement.
  • Supported head teacher in revising and implementing upgraded School Development Plans.
  • Spearheaded community fundraisers and cultivated partnerships to increase programme revenue.
  • Enforced adherence to curriculum and instruction standards by addressing areas of poor performance with teaching staff.
  • Built on subject expertise to enhance department teachings.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
  • Maximised government funding opportunities for increased care capabilities.
  • Assessed buildings and resources for compliance with risk and safety standards.

As a Nursery Manager I:

  • Created stimulating learning environments to motivate educational engagement and development.
  • Planned budgets to meet staffing and resource requirements within cost allocations.
  • Submitted written reports to parents detailing progress and development of children.
  • Managed team of 15 staff members within nursery setting.
  • Oversaw key group of children and kept detailed progress observations.
  • Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
  • Promoted emotional and social development of children, encouraging learning through play and sensory activities.
  • Kept accurate learning journey records, sharing updates with parents and carers for cohesive childcare.
  • Raised safeguarding concerns with senior staff to maintain positive child security and wellbeing.
  • Designed educational activities for young children in line with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
  • Recruited enthusiastic staff to maintain positive care environments.
  • Provided social services support to children and families from diverse backgrounds.
  • Delivered rich learning opportunities for children with diverse abilities.
  • Tailored activities to make use of resources and engage all children based on their age, interests and abilities.
  • Demonstrated intercultural awareness for inclusive care provisions.
  • Liaised with external social service provisions for excellent care continuity.
  • Owned timely completion of daily administration activities within nursery.
  • Worked flexible shift pattern to accommodate nursery opening hours.
  • Led fundraising initiatives to support ongoing services development.
  • Delivered on the job guidance, training and support to 30 educators.
  • Reported children's development and progress to parents and caregivers.
  • Planned creative activities to motivate and inspire children.
  • Planned logistics of nursery routine and local excursions, managing sufficient ratios and rotas.
  • Supported wider community initiatives for enhanced integration.
  • Applied paediatric first aid and managed incidents with calm and composure.
  • Devised programmes to improve children's physical, social and mental development.
  • Managed misbehaviour using proven strategies and methodologies.
  • Delivered holistic support for well-rounded childcare provisions.
  • Boosted literacy and numeracy attainment using innovative games and exercises.
  • Built and nourished excellent relationships with parents and carers by maintaining email correspondence and scheduling termly meetings.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.

Head of administration

Crescent Community High School
Manchester, Manchester
09.2005 - 09.2010
  • Created classification systems to manage archives.
  • Controlled resources by department or project and tracked use in assessment software
  • Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
  • Streamlined processes to improve and optimise office operations.
  • Developed organisational policies for administrative oversight and internal controls.
  • Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
  • Organised financial and operational data to help with yearly budgeting and planning.
  • Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
  • Analysed and resolved complex resource management issues for optimised scheduling.
  • Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
  • Drafted procedural statements and guidelines for company-wide use.
  • Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
  • Planned revenue generation strategies designed for growth.
  • Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.
  • Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
  • Created digital file classification system for company-wide use.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Monitored and reviewed operational performance, aiding improved business strategy to maximise productivity.
  • Assisted HR personnel with recruitment, hiring and training highly effective teams.
  • Supervised daily operations, acting as point of contact for any queries or obstacles.
  • Led and coached team leaders to meet performance targets and deliver operational excellence.
  • Developed, recommended and implemented strategies to improve employee work quality and speed.
  • Noted employee absences and grievances, and improved team development and performance with right training.
  • Established and communication daily priorities to guide team activities.
  • Managed annual budget and enforced adherence through daily reconciliations.
  • Established clear budgets and cost controls strategies to meet objectives.
  • Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies.
  • Deputised in head teacher's absence to lead high-achieving teaching staff.
  • Supported head teacher in revising and implementing upgraded School Development Plans.
  • Received and processed stock using inventory management system.
  • Managed teams by overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
  • Wrote reports outlining project progress and results.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Conducted intensive safety audits and investigated reported issues, accidents and near-misses.
  • Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
  • Generated Key Performance Indicator reporting to drive better performance.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

University of Manchester
Manchester
09.2015 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Early Years (which is now called Early Years and Childhood Studies)

Open University
Milton Keynes
09.2011 - 09.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Islamic Theology

Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria
Bradford
09.1992 - 12.1997

GCSEs - English Language,English Literature, Maths, Textiles, Urdu

Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria
Bradford
09.1995 - 09.1997

Skills

  • Online tutoring
  • Curriculum development
  • Performance assessments
  • Leadership
  • Personalised learning plans

Timeline

Educational consultant

Independent Assessment Services
09.2023 - Current

Master of Arts - Educational Leadership

University of Manchester
09.2015 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Early Years (which is now called Early Years and Childhood Studies)

Open University
09.2011 - 09.2013

Deputy head teacher and Nursery Manager

Imam Muhammad Zakaria School
09.2010 - 09.2014

Head of administration

Crescent Community High School
09.2005 - 09.2010

GCSEs - English Language,English Literature, Maths, Textiles, Urdu

Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria
09.1995 - 09.1997

Bachelor of Arts - Islamic Theology

Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria
09.1992 - 12.1997
Salma Shafiq