Zainab Korah

Higher education professional and English educator with over five years' experience delivering inclusive, research-informed teaching across secondary and university settings. Skilled in curriculum design, student engagement, and leading intellectually stimulating learning environments that promote critical thinking and academic development. Experienced in workshop facilitation, programme coordination, and cross-institutional collaboration, with a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and widening participation in education.

Brings a thoughtful, student-centred approach to teaching, alongside growing academic interests in contemporary literature and social justice.

Academic Engagement Coach at University of Roehampton (2026-01 – Present)

• Provide advisory support to students and academic stakeholders on performance, engagement, and wellbeing, ensuring consistent application of institutional policies
• Manage a caseload of complex cases, including low engagement, wellbeing concerns, and academic underperformance
• Deliver performance improvement planning through structured action plans, progress reviews, and tailored interventions
• Collaborate with academic staff and support services to implement joined-up, stakeholder-led solutions
• Use data to inform interventions, contributing to improved retention and student success outcomes

HR Advisor (People & Culture) at BP (2023-09 – 2024-03)

• Provided HR advisory support to employees and managers across multiple departments on a range of people matters, including performance, wellbeing, and employee relations
• Supported employee relations casework, including absence management, performance concerns, and workplace conflict resolution
• Advised on HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation and internal frameworks
• Coordinated recruitment and onboarding processes, supporting the full employee lifecycle
• Maintained accurate HR systems and ensured GDPR compliance in all data handling

Secondary English Teacher & Curriculum Coordinator at Drayton Manor High School, Pimlico Academy, Harris Garrard Academy (2021-09 – 2025-12)

• Managed behaviour and safeguarding matters in line with institutional policies and escalation procedures
• Maintained detailed student records, reports, and performance documentation
• Coordinated communication with parents, staff, and external stakeholders regarding student matters
• Applied conflict resolution and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments
• Organised events, workshops, and cross-departmental initiatives requiring strong administrative coordination
• Collaborated with leadership teams to support compliance, consistency, and operational objectives

Year 6 Teacher at Bedford Road Primary Academy (2024-04 – 2024-07)

• Built strong relationships with pupils and parents, demonstrating effective stakeholder engagement and communication
• Managed safeguarding concerns, ensuring appropriate escalation and compliance with policies
• Supported behaviour management and conflict resolution in line with school procedures
• Collaborated with colleagues to support transition planning and continuity of learning

MA in Contemporary Literature – Birkbeck, University of London (2024 – 2026)

PGCE in Secondary English – Bath Spa University (2021 – 2022)

BA in Law and Anthropology – SOAS, University of London (2017 – 2020)