Suleman Bhayat
Birmingham,West Midlands
Summary
Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisational skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multitasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Compassionate individual with strong interpersonal and leadership skills, coupled with proven ability to manage and support students' well-being. Demonstrates excellent conflict resolution and communication abilities. Committed to fostering a supportive environment to enhance student development and success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Interim Pastoral Manager
Oscott Manor School
Birmingham, West Midlands
2025.09 - Current
- Facilitated collaboration with external agencies to provide additional student support services when required.
- Aided in the improvement of pastoral care through a holistic approach to student support.
- Ensured student welfare by implementing proactive care strategies.
- Assisted in the development of individual education plans aimed at academic improvement.
- Managed behavioural issues to promote a positive learning environment.
- Delivered personalised instruction and mentoring based on individual strengths and needs.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities to enhance community spirit within school.
Pastoral Assistant
Oscott Manor School
Birmingham, West Midlands
2024.01 - 2025.08
- Provide day-to-day support for student wellbeing, behaviour, and personal development.
- Served as a mentor for young people within the congregation, guiding their spiritual growth.
- Assist in implementing safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure a safe school environment.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Teaching Assistant
Oscott Manor School
Birmingham, West Midlands
2022.01 - 2024.01
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils, helping them achieve learning goals.
- Assist with classroom management, behaviour support, and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Support pupils with special educational needs (SEN) through tailored interventions.
- Encourage student confidence, independence, and participation in learning activities.
Coach and Mentor
Various Schools
Birmingham
1997.01 - 2022.01
- Fostered a positive training environment to enhance team spirit.
- Delivered effective coaching sessions for increased team cohesion.
- Built confidence of players by offering individual praise and recognising progress and achievements.
- Promoted safety and welfare of young children by following safeguarding principles.
Assistant Manager
Lords Café at Birmingham Crown Court
Birmingham, West Midlands
2015.08 - 2020.08
- Responsible for the day-to-day running of the café.
- Ordering of stock and training staff in managers absence.
- Preparation of all hot and cold food to customer specifications.
- Providing excellent customer service at all times.
Playworker
Beeches Kids Club
Birmingham
2010.01 - 2015.08
- Developed strong rapport with children by actively engaging in creative play and learning activities.
- Provided emotional support during times of distress, promoting mental well-being of all attendees.
- Established stimulating learning environments, enhancing children's interest in education.
- Maintained safe and secure environment for children through vigilant monitoring of playground activities.
Postman
The Royal Mail
Birmingham, West Midlands
1994.09 - 2008.12
- Executed responsibilities in accordance with Royal Mail policies upholding standards and protocols.
- Maintained professional relationships with customers, fostering positive community interaction.
- Collected signatures upon delivery of registered or special delivery mail ensuring safe receipt.
- Participated actively in team meetings contributing valuable inputs towards operational improvements.
Education
GCSEs - P.E.
Broadway School
Birmingham1989-07
Level 3 Early Learning & Childcare Pathway - Certificate of higher education
Aspiration Training
Birmingham 2012.01 - 2012.12
Advanced Level Apprentership In Children's Care Learning & Development - Certificate of higher education
Alliance Sector Skills Coach
Birmingham 2012.01 - 2012.05
Introduction Training to Learning Mentors - Certificate of higher education
CWDC Children's Workforce Development Council
Birmingham 2009.01 - 2009.12
ECB Coaching Certificate -
Coventry University
Coventry 2006.01 - 2006.12
Team Teach Qualification -
Team Teach
London 2025.10 - 2026.10
GCSEs - English
Broadway School
Birmingham 1984.09 - 1989.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
Broadway School
Birmingham 1984.09 - 1989.07
GCSEs - Sociology
Broadway School
Birmingham 1984.09 - 1989.07
Football Coaching -
Aston Villa Academy
Birmingham 2006.01 - 2006.12
GCSEs - Law
Broadway School
Birmingham 1984.09 - 1989.07
Skills
- Knowledge of ofsted standards
- Parent engagement techniques
- School policies enforcement
- Child protection policy expertise
- Educational law familiarity
- Child development theories
- Learner progress tracking
- Child protection understanding
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Multilingual
- Student advocacy
- Special educational needs expertise
- First Aid certification
- Educational leadership
- Mental health awareness
- Behaviour management
- Pastoral care
- Multi-agency working
- Crisis Intervention
- Student engagement
- Professional ethics
- Time efficiency
- Education policy understanding
- Critical thinking facilitation
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Team Leadership
Languages
Gujarati
Fluent
English
Fluent
Urdu
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Timeline
Team Teach Qualification -
Team Teach
2025.10 - 2026.10
Interim Pastoral Manager
Oscott Manor School
2025.09 - Current
Pastoral Assistant
Oscott Manor School
2024.01 - 2025.08
Teaching Assistant
Oscott Manor School
2022.01 - 2024.01
Assistant Manager
Lords Café at Birmingham Crown Court
2015.08 - 2020.08
Level 3 Early Learning & Childcare Pathway - Certificate of higher education
Aspiration Training
2012.01 - 2012.12
Advanced Level Apprentership In Children's Care Learning & Development - Certificate of higher education
Alliance Sector Skills Coach
2012.01 - 2012.05
Playworker
Beeches Kids Club
2010.01 - 2015.08
Introduction Training to Learning Mentors - Certificate of higher education
CWDC Children's Workforce Development Council
2009.01 - 2009.12
ECB Coaching Certificate -
Coventry University
2006.01 - 2006.12
Football Coaching -
Aston Villa Academy
2006.01 - 2006.12
Coach and Mentor
Various Schools
1997.01 - 2022.01
Postman
The Royal Mail
1994.09 - 2008.12
GCSEs - English
Broadway School
1984.09 - 1989.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
Broadway School
1984.09 - 1989.07
GCSEs - Sociology
Broadway School
1984.09 - 1989.07
GCSEs - Law
Broadway School
1984.09 - 1989.07
GCSEs - P.E.
Broadway School