Farman Ahmed
Teaching Assistant (Placement)
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About
I am a dedicated and adaptable individual with a strong passion for supporting children’s learning and development. With hands-on experience in primary school settings and a background in community education and interpreting, I bring excellent communication, patience, and teamwork skills. I am committed to creating inclusive, supportive learning environments where every child can thrive.
Experience
Teaching Assistant (Placement) - Victoria Park Primary School
(2024-09)
- Support pupils in class, including those with special educational needs and language barriers
- Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions
- Assist with lesson preparation and classroom displays
- Monitor and encourage student engagement
- Ensure a safe and inclusive environment following safeguarding procedures
- Record student progress and behaviour under teacher guidance
Advisor & Interpreter (Volunteer) - Brushstrokes Community Project
(2022-09 - 2025-04)
- Provided interpretation support for families with limited English
- Helped clients understand official documents and services
- Maintained accurate and confidential records
- Supported families with appointment bookings and follow-up communications
Arabic Teacher (Volunteer) - Judi Community, Dudley Road
(2017-09 - 2019-01)
- Taught basic Arabic reading and writing to children
- Created engaging learning resources and activities
- Supported students’ literacy development and confidence
Interpreter - Word 360, UK
(2014-09 - 2015-06)
- Provided interpretation (English–Kurdish) in healthcare settings
- Supported patient understanding during GP and hospital visits
Water Resource Engineer - Directorate of Duhok Dam, Iraq
(2012-11 - 2014-08)
- Managed project planning, team supervision, and reporting
- Conducted environmental assessments and location surveys
Education
Level 3 Certificate - Supporting Teaching and Learning - Sandwell college in west Bromwich (2026-08)
Level 2 Certificate - Supporting Teaching and Learning - Ron Davis Centre / Online (2025-08)
Bachelor’s Degree - Water Resource Engineering - Duhok University, Iraq (2010)
