Shabnam Farooqui
Blackburn,Lancashire
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in child care and development, specialising in teen behaviour management. Proficient in activity planning, care team coordination, and safeguarding policies, with a strong foundation in risk assessment and mental health training. Holds certifications in Level 2 Food Safety in Catering, Paediatric First Aid, and Level 1 British Sign Language. Committed to fostering positive behaviour and resilience building through effective leadership and multi-agency collaboration. Career goals include advancing within the field of child protection to enhance the well-being of vulnerable populations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior team leader
Resilience Childcare
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2026.01 - Current
- Boosted team morale to enhance productivity.
- Supported professional growth by arranging learning sessions for team members.
- Completed project management tasks, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery.
- Facilitated communication between professionals involved in child plans.
- Responded promptly to critical situations, minimising risk to residents and property.
- Organised activities to build a strong sense of community among residents.
- Encouraged service users to maintain independence and identity.
- Oversaw project management tasks to ensure quality output on time and budget.
Senior Team leader
Northridge Care Group
Bamber Bridge, Lancashire
2024.06 - 2026.01
- Assisted in implementing strategies to improve business outcomes effectively.
- Supported team members' professional development through learning opportunities.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance work processes.
- Helped oversee project management tasks to ensure timely delivery of quality output.
- Reviewed progress regularly and addressed issues promptly during supervisions.
- Acquired and applied new skills to daily tasks to boost productivity and efficiency.
Deputy manager
Hami's Day care
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2023.03 - 2025.06
- Supported strategic planning initiatives to facilitate business growth.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently, enhancing satisfaction levels.
- Assisted junior staff in their professional development and growth.
- Encouraged team morale through clear communication and constructive feedback.
- Conducted staff training sessions to elevate overall performance.
- Supervised project execution to ensure adherence to timelines.
- Facilitated inter-departmental coordination for effective communication.
- Collaborated with management to align with organisational objectives.
- Optimised productivity through diligent time management practices.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure a smooth office environment.
- Oversaw team activities for successful task completion.
Room leader
Smart Kidz Day Nursery
Preston, Lancashire
2022.01 - 2024.03
- Communicating with parents, carers and local authorities whilst promoting high quality childcare.
- Interacted positively with children at all times, fostering trust and respect.
- Enhanced children's learning experience by implementing creative play and interactive activities.
- Ensured safety of all children under care whilst maintaining a stimulating environment.
- Developed child-centred programmes, promoting social and intellectual growth.
- Coached front of house teams in delivering smooth, professional reception services.
Deputy manager
21'st Century Kidz
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2021.11 - 2022.01
- Utilised advanced software tools to automate routine tasks, increasing productivity.
- Conducted performance evaluations, enhancing individual employee development.
- Implemented effective staff training programmes for improved performance.
- Assisted in budget management to control costs effectively.
- Enforced company policies for a safe and productive work environment.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, improving customer satisfaction levels.
- Utilised strategic planning to drive business growth.
Nursery nurse
Conkers Day Nursery
2018.04 - 2021.10
- Developing relationships with parents of my key children
- Helping to settle in new children
- Creating a caring and stimulating environment
- Enhanced children's social development for improved interaction skills through arranging group activities and playdates.
- Provided detailed daily reports to parents regarding their child's day, ensuring transparency and trust.
- Managed minor disputes amongst children calmly, encouraging peaceful resolution.
- Improved language skills in toddlers using interactive storytelling sessions and song routines.
- Organised stimulating outdoor activities that encouraged motor skill development in a fun manner.
Baby room leader
Bluebells Day Nursery
Preston, Lancashire
2017.12 - 2018.05
- Liaising with parents to resolve problems
- Directly involved with organising outings
- Picking children up to attend the after-school club
- Upheld hygiene standards throughout playrooms minimising health risks.
- Ensured child safety with adherence to all regulatory requirements and protocols.
- Greeted parents, responded to enquiries and provided information regarding childcare program.
- Observed and supervised children's play activities with stringent care, eliminating accidents and risk.
Residential Support worker
Cambian Homes
Walton le Dale, Lancashire
2017.05 - 2018.04
- Supported children and young people by addressing individual needs through focused activities as planned.
- Recognised potential behavioural triggers to reduce incidents of unrest within community settings.
- Performed routine checks during night shifts to ensure safety and security for all residents.
- Encouraged independence amongst residents by assisting them in mastering day-to-day tasks.
- Identified key needs to develop targeted support programmes for the children.
Private Nanny
JFS Solicitors
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2016.12 - 2017.12
- Providing excellent standards of care
- Directly involved in the child's development
- Maintain good communication with the parents
- Fostered a nurturing environment with engaging, age-appropriate activities.
- Assisted children with personal hygiene tasks for improved health and cleanliness standards.
- Assisted in light housework and laundry to reduce parents' workload.
Nursery nurse
21st Century kidz Nursery
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2014.09 - 2016.12
- Coordination and planning of activities
- Helping children develop holistically
- Coordinated creative learning activities to enhance cognitive abilities in young children.
- Organised stimulating outdoor activities that encouraged motor skill development in a fun manner.
- Observed children at play to monitor behaviour and social interactions, intervening in serious conflicts.
- Upheld reliable routines to minimise children's stress and anxiety.
Nursery co-ordinator
Kings Day Nursery
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2012.05 - 2014.08
- Working closely with my key children and meeting their individual needs
- Worked as co-ordinator while a manager was on leave
- I carried out the duties of a manager i.e., managing staff, trainings, holidays and shifts.
- Practiced sign language with the children daily
- Planned educational trips to the zoo and farm
- Organised recreational activities; promoted physical, mental, and emotional growth in children.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through consistent clear communication.
- Implemented creative teaching methods for enhanced learning experience.
Nursery nurse
Twinkle Toes Nursery
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2008.09 - 2009.03
- Supervised and conducted children's activities
- Draw up plans and research information into new play areas for children
- Safeguarding children and carrying out risk assessments
- Making sure all paperwork is up to date
- Planning activities to meet children's individual needs
- Promoted hygiene practices by teaching basic grooming habits such as hand-washing before meals.
- Delivered high-quality childcare by maintaining a safe, clean and nurturing environment.
- Provided detailed daily reports to parents regarding their child's day, ensuring transparency and trust.
Apprentice nursery nurse
Ashworth Nursery School
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen
2006.09 - 2008.09
- Helped around the nursery with activities and artwork
- Set up displays
- Helped with the cleaning and setting up of the nursery
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety and wellness.
- Collaborated with parents regarding their children's day-to-day developments and concerns.
- Assisted in preparing healthy meals according to nursery guidelines to ensure proper nutrition of children.
Education
Level 2 BTEC First Diploma - Children's Care, Learning and Development
St Mary's College
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen 2006.09 - 2008.09
EDI DIPLOMA - CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE'S WORKFORCE LEVEL 3
Learn Direct
London 2007.05 - 2008.05
Level 4 - Children, Young People and Families Practitioner
Impact Futures
Slough 2025.01 -
Bachelor of Arts with Honours - Education and Early Years
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool 2020.09 - 2022.05
GCSE's - GCSE'S
Pleckgate High School
Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen 2005.09 - 2006.06
Skills
- Level 2 food safety training
- Paediatric first aid
- British sign language (level 1)
- Activity planning
- Care team coordination
- Record-keeping and report writing
- Motor development training
- Risk assessment
- Manual handling training
- Financial budgeting
- Positive behaviour support
- Child protection awareness
- Multi-agency collaboration
- Mental health awareness
- Medication administration
- Resilience building strategies
- Teen behaviour management
- Autism knowledge
- Case assessment skills
- Safeguarding policies and procedures
- Leadership skills
- Multilingual proficiency
REFERENCES
Available upon request
Affiliations
- reading
- art
- travelling
WORK EXPERIENCE
Wings Women Group, 2007, 2011, Working with ethnic minority women and children offering the opportunities such as cooking classes, sewing classes, art activities and planning outings, Volunteer work
Certification
Maintained training needed such as team teach, safeguarding, EYF's training and many other. Recognised and promoted for knowledge and dedication in work
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior team leader
Resilience Childcare
2026.01 - Current
Level 4 - Children, Young People and Families Practitioner
Impact Futures
2025.01 -
Senior Team leader
Northridge Care Group
2024.06 - 2026.01
Deputy manager
Hami's Day care
2023.03 - 2025.06
Room leader
Smart Kidz Day Nursery
2022.01 - 2024.03
Deputy manager
21'st Century Kidz
2021.11 - 2022.01
Bachelor of Arts with Honours - Education and Early Years
Liverpool Hope University
2020.09 - 2022.05
Nursery nurse
Conkers Day Nursery
2018.04 - 2021.10
Baby room leader
Bluebells Day Nursery
2017.12 - 2018.05
Residential Support worker
Cambian Homes
2017.05 - 2018.04
Private Nanny
JFS Solicitors
2016.12 - 2017.12
Nursery nurse
21st Century kidz Nursery
2014.09 - 2016.12
Nursery co-ordinator
Kings Day Nursery
2012.05 - 2014.08
Nursery nurse
Twinkle Toes Nursery
2008.09 - 2009.03
EDI DIPLOMA - CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE'S WORKFORCE LEVEL 3
Learn Direct
2007.05 - 2008.05
Level 2 BTEC First Diploma - Children's Care, Learning and Development
St Mary's College
2006.09 - 2008.09
Apprentice nursery nurse
Ashworth Nursery School
2006.09 - 2008.09
GCSE's - GCSE'S
Pleckgate High School
2005.09 - 2006.06