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ABDULWAHAB ALAZAWI

London

Summary

Approachable professional well-informed about the impact of mental and physical health. Adapts to the needs of different individuals to establish trust and communicate important information. Compassionate individual with leadership skills uses meticulous attention to detail to maintain high reporting standards. Motivated and resilient, adapts quickly, makes friends easily, and loves learning. Enthusiastic and ready to take on any challenge. Enjoy a busy schedule and helping others. Happy to work in a team or autonomously.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioural Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education
11.2024 - Current

● Facilitated activities (arts, crafts, games) to support student development and engagement.

● Ensured student safety and wellbeing during activities, intervening when necessary.

● Provided individual support, guiding students through tasks and promoting learning milestones.

● Fostered an inclusive environment, encouraging participation from less confident students.

● Gained experience in SEN and mainstream schools, tailoring support to diverse needs.

● Assisted with behavioural and emotional regulation using evidence-based strategies.

● Developed skills in rapport-building, communication, and problem-solving in complex situations.

● Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to help students manage stress, anxiety, and emotional expression.

Healthcare Assistant

Nottingham Healthcare Foundation Trust
09.2023 - Current

● Provided care for older adults, including those with dementia and high-risk conditions.

● Attended handover meetings and documented patients' cognitive, mental, and physical progress.

● Collaborated with nurses, doctors, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists.

● Delivered person-centred care on inpatient wards, supporting patients with daily needs and contributing to recovery.

● Completed training in safeguarding, suicide prevention, patient handling, and infection control.

● Gained experience in managing complex behaviours and implementing risk management strategies.

● Strengthened resilience, empathy, and adaptability through diverse ward experiences.

Student Ambassador, Committee Member, Tutor and Peer Support Mentor

Loughborough University
01.2021 - 07.2024
  • Encouraged and advised prospective students, representing the university at events
  • Assisted the university as needed, delivering on targets with accuracy and efficiency
  • Designed digital and print materials to engage audiences
  • Handled high-volume enquiries, minimising backlogs
  • Provided tailored assistance to customers with disabilities and disadvantaged students, helping them transition into university life
  • Trained to offer advice and teach life skills
  • Collaborated with faculty to address student issues
  • Advised on time management, leading to improved studying habits and academic performance
  • Conducted workshops to aid understanding of complex subjects

Research intern

University of Oxford
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Conducted qualitative secondary analysis of patient interviews on GP access
  • Used Nvivo and Excel for research
  • Enhanced team productivity with innovative ideas
  • Prepared presentations to communicate complex findings
  • Synthesised data into well-structured reports
  • Assisted in various project aspects as needed
  • Ensured patient and public involvement at all stages
  • Maintained patient confidentiality per Data Protection Act

Research associate

Newcastle university
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Associate researcher in NIHR conducting clinical research, systematic reviews, and using programs like SPSS, Nvivo, Rayyan
  • Screened studies, drafted reports, and conducted literature reviews
  • Presented key findings at national conferences
  • Documented procedures for experiment repeatability
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team

Honorary psychologist assistant

Leicester Partnership Trust
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • Assisted Clinical Psychologist with assessments, group therapy, material creation, and transcribing meetings
  • Conducted admin work, clinical research, literature reviews, and analysis of referrals to reduce wait times
  • Maintained case notes, prepared progress reports, and recognised early signs of mental health disorders

Research assistant

Newcastle University
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Conducted qualitative research on care home uniforms under senior supervision, performing thematic analysis and data analysis using Nvivo
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, fostering communication and adhering to ethical guidelines
  • Conducted literature reviews and prepared detailed research reports

Assistant

Kensington Council
01.2019 - 02.2019
  • Worked in a re-ablement program with social workers, nurses, and healthcare workers to support the elderly in the community
  • Recorded issues in the system and completed daily reports
  • Supported staff with administrative tasks and processed invoices
  • Ensured smooth operations through efficient task management
  • Provided high levels of customer service, delivering satisfaction

Administrative assistant

United Nations
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Assisted refugees who were victims of domestic violence, wrote reports, gathered feedback, and handled sensitive information confidentially
  • Supported accurate record-keeping, coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, and conducted community outreach programs
  • Designed individualised care plans and advised families on resources and services for informed decision-making

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology with a Diploma in Professional Studies

Loughborough University
06.2024

A-Level - Arabic, History, Psychology, Sociology

Uxbridge College
05.2020

GCSE - Arabic, Biology, Chemistry, English Language, Maths, Physics

Bradford College
05.2018

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Team management and building
  • Strategic Planning
  • Google Workspace
  • Multilingual
  • Qualitative and quantitative research methods
  • SPSS/STATA/SAS software proficient
  • NVivo

Languages

Arabic
English
Japanese

Hobbies and Interests

  • Enjoys running
  • Playing badminton
  • Writing stories
  • Learning languages
  • Cooking
  • Reading
  • Socialising
  • On the Hiking club at Loughborough University

Timeline

Behavioural Teaching Assistant

Veritas Education
11.2024 - Current

Healthcare Assistant

Nottingham Healthcare Foundation Trust
09.2023 - Current

Research intern

University of Oxford
06.2023 - 01.2024

Honorary psychologist assistant

Leicester Partnership Trust
11.2022 - 11.2023

Research associate

Newcastle university
10.2022 - 01.2024

Research assistant

Newcastle University
07.2022 - 10.2022

Student Ambassador, Committee Member, Tutor and Peer Support Mentor

Loughborough University
01.2021 - 07.2024

Assistant

Kensington Council
01.2019 - 02.2019

Administrative assistant

United Nations
01.2014 - 01.2016

GCSE - Arabic, Biology, Chemistry, English Language, Maths, Physics

Bradford College

Bachelor of Science - Psychology with a Diploma in Professional Studies

Loughborough University

A-Level - Arabic, History, Psychology, Sociology

Uxbridge College
ABDULWAHAB ALAZAWI