Iram Shah

Senior Sen/speech & Language Teaching Assistant

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LondonMember since May 19, 2026

Interpersonal skillsWorking as teamLeadershipTime/work managementAttention to detailDNA extractionGood laboratory practice (GLP)Standard operating procedures (SOPs)DNA extraction methodsStandard operating procedures (SOP's)

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About

I am a self-motivated and determined individual who is approachable, friendly, and always ready to help and take on challenges.

Experience

Senior Sen/speech & Language Teaching Assistant - MossbouRne victoria park academy

(2023-01)

I have been promoted to Senior Teaching Assistant, along with beginning to help deliver speech and language therapy. Along with the support I already provide, I have taken part in a Speech and Language Therapy course with Elklan at level 3. I deliver therapy lessons on a 1-2-1 basis to students from ages 11-16. This role puts me in a 'line manager' position where I am requested to support with interviews and recruitment. Along with providing support and guidance to staff.

Sen Teaching Assistant - MossbouRne victoria park academy

(2019-08)

The role of a special educational needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant is different to that of a TA. I support students with special educational needs and follow them throughout their daily lessons. I make sure they can access the curriculum regardless by finding ways to overcome any challenges they are facing. I act as a bridge by utilising different methods to break down the lesson in ways the students can understand best.

I was able to practise leadership skills by running literacy intervention sessions every Thursdays.
Work with a range of personalities, students and teachers on a daily basis.
Create support strategies to support students in education and ensure progression.
Liaise with teachers and staff to ensure pupils safety and set long term targets for students.

Teacher of science - George Dixon academy | st Pauls school for girls

(2018-09 - 2019-03)

During my initial teacher training course at University of Birmingham I had taken place in two school placements as a Teacher of Science being a specialist in Biology. My first placement was at George Dixon Academy and second placement was at St Pauls School for girls.

Demonstrated resilience when working in a challenging work environment, pupils with difficult behaviour or educational needs.
Created long term plans.
Worked in a team with staff to ensure safety and progress of students, and myself.
Most of all, this programme made me more resilient and determined as I was able to identify my strengths making me more motivated to take on new challenges.

CS sample reception and returns and casework administrator - Cellmark forensics

(2017-05 - 2018-06)

This was an admin-based role, but more proactive as I was required to be up on my feet most of the time. As I logged multiple cases in a day it was essential to pay attention to the smallest of detail as any errors could jeopardise the case. I always successfully receipted in exhibits from crime scenes and accurately logged cases onto the company systems.

This role allowed me to strengthen my time and work management skills and helped to gain a wealth load of experience of working under pressure.

I checked in all incoming CS DNA cases, paying particular attention to the continuity and integrity of the samples.
I have accurately logged all in-coming cases / samples on a computerised case tracking system.
Made inquiries via telephone calls or e-mails to resolve queries regarding cases and items received and assist in answering any inquiries from customers.
Logged and prepared exhibits for returning to customers or for destruction, liaising with police officers, police staff and courier's services. Also made sure to update relevant spreadsheets accurately.
Provided support to other Administration areas during busy periods, periods of sickness, annual leave, or as required.
I also, contribute to the reviewing, updating and continuous improvement of all related administrative procedures.
I weighed up priorities throughout the day to manage the work in accordance with this.

Dna analyst - LGC forensics

(2016-10 - 2017-01)

As a DNA Analyst I was a part of the PACE (Police and Criminal Evidence) team, as a daily task I processed many batches of DNA swabs a day, one full batch contained 96 buccal swabs from which I would extract DNA from, as well as carrying out other duties including housekeeping tasks. I was already familiar with DNA extraction methods hence had no hassle swiftly adapting to the tasks. This experience gave me the opportunity me to improve and practice my laboratory skills at the high standards.

Solely maintained workflow within the laboratory with minimum to no supervision.
Practiced good laboratory practice (GLP) daily as well as carry out work with reference to standard operating procedures (SOP's).
I have prepared lysis solution and lysed a few hundred DNA samples per day, also, prepared PCR reagents and loaded plates of DNA samples on to the master cycler.
Archived DNA samples until they needed to be destroyed, supervised stock levels, and reported stock levels to ensure it was replaced when required.
Manually entered sample related information on to the companies tracking system (CLIMS) to maintain integrity of the sample by maintaining and audit trail.
Had solely opened and closed the laboratory as well as carry out necessary daily, weekly, and monthly cleans.

SECURITY OFFICER - HEATHROW AIRPORT

(2016-04 - 2016-05)

Being a Security Officer I carried out multiple tasks during my shift. I was successfully trained to learn how to identify objects through an x-ray machine as well as how to carry out body and bag searches appropriately. This role gave me the opportunity to polish my interpersonal skill as I was always communicating with customers and colleagues.

Successfully used detection devices to trace explosive material after being demonstrated how to at a single occasion.
Carried out bag and body searches in a polite, courteous, and compliant manner by asking for permission and remaining professional.
Spoke to customers in an understanding and friendly gesture to understand their needs, as some people may want to be searched in private.
Made sure to follow standards and uphold professionalism via behaviour and appearance by talking to customers in a firm tone and making sure my uniform was full and correctly always worn.

Sales assistant - Superdrug

(2011-01)

Working at Superdrug was an especially useful as it really boosted my confidence to communicate with customers rather than friends, relatives, teachers, or customer assistants. I understood my potential and was able to fulfil my tasks gracefully.

Dealt with customer complaints in a compliant and courteous manner by being approachable, understanding and patient.
Greeted customers in a polite and courteous manner by displaying a friendly behaviour and attitude.
Labelled merchandise and ensured neat merchandise display by double checking products and sorting any products out of place.
Always kept shop floor neat and tidy by disposing of any waste lying around and carrying out regular cleans.