Summary
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Work History
Education
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Zeinab Ahmed

Southwark,SWK

Summary

Versatile professional experienced in a wide range of fields such as education, customer service, marketing, sales and various technological platforms. Exceptional communication abilities complemented by strong organizational skills and proven problem-solving proficiency.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Childminder

Al-Khair Childcare
London, England
12.2022 - Current
  • Provided support in the development of children aged 4 to 12, ensuring their overall well-being and educational progress.
  • Provided comprehensive care for children with varied requirements, including potty training and organizing educational activities.
  • Enhanced the learning experience by incorporating a variety of engaging activities such as phonics, numeracy, art and craft projects, as well as indoor/outdoor games.
  • Implemented effective strategies to enhance the visitor experience at multiple sites
  • Managed food preparation to promote nutritious eating habits and educated children on the importance of selective food choices, concurrently overseeing sanitation for the child-friendly activity space.

Teaching Assistant

Olive Tree Primary School
Lewisham
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Collaborated with teacher to create an engaging learning environment by preparing and organising classroom materials and activities.
  • Planned and organised a wide range of outdoor and indoor activities, ensuring smooth execution
  • Implemented measures for the protection and care of children under my responsibility.

Childminding

London
01.2013
  • Provided comprehensive care for children with varied requirements, including potty training and organizing educational activities.
  • Enhanced the learning experience by incorporating a variety of engaging activities such as phonics, numeracy, art and craft projects, as well as indoor/outdoor games.
  • Implemented effective strategies to enhance the visitor experience at multiple sites
  • Managed food preparation to promote nutritious eating habits and educated children on the importance of selective food choices, concurrently overseeing sanitation for the child-friendly activity space.

Receptionist

Paxton Green
London
08.2011
  • Served as the primary liaison between patients, doctors, and other healthcare professionals
  • Entered patient details onto various systems, coordinated appointment scheduling, and effectively handled emergency calls for ambulance services.
  • Efficiently managing phone calls and providing prompt assistance to patients and staff
  • Managed sensitive patient information with empathy and professionalism
  • Contributed to various administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, data inputting, and word processing.

Marketing Assistant

Captivate Restaurant
London
10.2010 - 06.2011
  • Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills by efficiently managing dairies, scheduling appointments, and facilitating meetings for the management team.
  • Performed duties such as managing social media platforms, creating press releases, and prospecting new clients.
  • Enhanced efficiency by updating the company database, managing incoming calls, and maintaining updated client information.

Marketing Consultant

Safety Solutions UK Ltd
Dartford
08.2009 - 03.2010
  • Compiled full Marketing Plan on health and safety industry in Sub Saharan Africa, Report on Franchise opportunities in UK market, and report on health and safety industry
  • Monitored and responded to incoming calls from potential clients, providing proactive solutions where necessary.

Shift Manager

Starbucks Coffee Company
London
04.2003 - 04.2009
  • Managed cash flow, inventory procurement, employee scheduling, task delegation, and ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.

The Direct Marketing Association
London
10.2007 - 07.2008
  • Worked closely with various departments such as sales, finance, and operations to gather marketing data and create reports on campaign effectiveness.

British Gas
London
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Demonstrated exceptional salesmanship by effectively positioning products, understanding customer preferences through strategic questioning, giving impactful presentations, and establishing strong connections with clients. Employed diverse outreach strategies to target prospective leads.

Education

BA Marketing and Advertising -

London College of Communication
01.2007

Full training on Welfare and Safeguarding children and Early Years Foundation Stage to prepare children for school as well as First Aid -

Childminder Welfare and Safeguarding Children

Skills

  • Child-minding
  • Safeguarding Training
  • Teaching Assistant
  • Administration and Organisational Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Excellent Written and Oral Skills
  • Scheduling and Managing Meetings
  • Health and Safety Training
  • Team Coaching and Training
  • Cash Management

References

Available upon request

Affiliations

  • Successfully managing the responsibilities of homeschooling and operating a Childminding business, leading to continuous learning and skill development.
  • Planned and executed diverse recreational activities with the children under my supervision, including museum visits and trips to the beach.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Childminder

Al-Khair Childcare
12.2022 - Current

Teaching Assistant

Olive Tree Primary School
09.2018 - 01.2019

Childminding

01.2013

Receptionist

Paxton Green
08.2011

Marketing Assistant

Captivate Restaurant
10.2010 - 06.2011

Marketing Consultant

Safety Solutions UK Ltd
08.2009 - 03.2010

The Direct Marketing Association
10.2007 - 07.2008

Shift Manager

Starbucks Coffee Company
04.2003 - 04.2009

British Gas
01.2002 - 01.2003

BA Marketing and Advertising -

London College of Communication

Full training on Welfare and Safeguarding children and Early Years Foundation Stage to prepare children for school as well as First Aid -

Childminder Welfare and Safeguarding Children
Zeinab Ahmed