Sadia Zulfqar

Dedicated and highly motivated education professional with experience supporting children and young people in secondary and primary school settings. Skilled in promoting positive behaviour, monitoring attendance, and supporting student welfare through clear communication, effective organisation, and strong safeguarding practice. Approachable and empathetic, with the ability to build trusting relationships with students, parents/carers, and external agencies, even in challenging circumstances.

Proactive and solution-focused, with a strong commitment to inclusion, equality of opportunity, and ensuring that all students feel safe, supported, and able to achieve their full potential. Experienced in working under pressure, managing responsibilities efficiently, and following up concerns to ensure positive outcomes for young people.

Trainee Science Teacher - Nelta

Undertaking PGCE and QTS Secondary Chemistry. Receiving Royal Society of Chemistry Scholarship for this course.

Cover supervisor - Tradewind Sanza

(2024-11)

• Supervised classes during teacher absences, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment.
• Delivered pre-set lesson plans and maintained student engagement across various subjects.
• Managed classroom behaviour in line with school policies and procedures.

Secondary Science Teacher - Azhar Academy Girls' School - London

(2022-09 - 2023-02)

• Taught Physics, Chemistry, and Biology to GCSE students.
• Supervised laboratory work, experiments, and scientific investigations.
• Ensured accurate documentation of lab work and maintained laboratory safety protocols.

Casual Exam Invigilator - Central Foundation Girls' School - London

(2024-02)

• Monitored exam procedures and student compliance with regulations.
• Ensured accurate handling of examination materials.

Volunteer Learning Support Assistant - Barclay Primary School - London

(2023-01 - 2023-07)

• Assisted in classroom management and student engagement.
• Supported students with science and laboratory-based activities.

PGCE and QTS - Secondary Chemistry - Nelta

BSc (Hons) - Chemistry - University of East London

Childcare Level 3

Teaching assistant Level 3

Safeguarding Level 3

Bachelors - Education

A-Level - Chemistry, Botany & Zoology (2009 - 2011)