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Hello, I am Samia Afzal Ali Bradford. I am a mature, responsible and hardworking educator with excellent communication skills and a passion for helping students achieve high standards. I am confident, enthusiastic, and proficient in IT, ready to support learning and adapt to a wide range of learners.
In my current role as Learning Manager and Science Teacher, I plan lessons aligned with the academy and National Curriculum, tailor activities to different ability groups, conduct science experiments, assess progress, and provide feedback. I have also supported students through private tuition and previously managed a private beauty business, which honed my organization, time management and people skills.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Learning manager / cover Science teacher
October 1, 2021 - PresentLead lesson planning using academy and National Curriculum learning pathways; organized lessons and adapted for different academic sets to ensure key concepts are understood. Conducted a range of science experiments (e.g., HCl + NaOH reactions, distillation, chromatography, dissections, diffusion, endothermic/exothermic reactions, circuits, microscopy). Marked student work, tracked progress, and carried out End of Unit assessments; contributed to planning, evaluation and progress reviews; promoted inclusion and engagement.
Deputy science teacher covering KS3 & KS4 science on sick leave
April 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025Cover KS3 and KS4 science for a deputy science teacher on long-term sick leave; support learning pathways; assist in lesson planning and delivery; adapt materials for varying abilities; monitor progress, maintain records and conduct end-of-topic assessments to support student achievement.
Private Tutor
December 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025Private tuition sessions for Year 11 GCSE core subjects; plan and organise lessons; support student revision and examination preparation.
Entrepreneur / Beauty Business Owner
August 1, 2014 - September 30, 2021Owned and operated a beauty business; developed client base, managed operations and service delivery; career break due to family commitments (marriage and twins).
Compliance / Complaints Case Handler at UKKAR Bingley
December 1, 2013 - August 31, 2014Managed caseloads within service standards; prepared court documents; instructed agents/advocates; handled communications with clients and third parties; suggested system/process improvements and ensured workflows were actioned.
Customer Service Advisor at Provident – Vanquis
May 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013Worked in a busy contact centre; processed payments, confirmed balances, set up Direct Debits and payment plans; informed customers about products and services.
PPI Advice Line: Customer Service Advisor & Administrator
February 1, 2013 - May 31, 2013Answered inbound calls, explained compensation offers, initiated the complaints process; liaised with Financial Ombudsman Service and lenders; chased final responses and updates; prepared standard letters.
Optical Assistant at Premier Vision Opticians
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013Greeted patients, answered phones, maintained patient records; scheduled appointments; assisted with examinations and fittings; performed basic tests.
Financial Service Advisor at Otto UK
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009Answered calls, input customer orders, processed payments; handled catalogue and return requests; liaised with customer services to ensure customer care; worked with mainframe systems.
Learning Manager / Science Teacher (Cover) at School (employer unspecified)
October 1, 2021 - PresentOctober 2021 – Present: Led lesson planning using the academy and National Curriculum to follow learning pathways, organized each lesson, and adjusted content for different academic sets. Conducted science experiments, marked student work, recorded progress, and carried out end-of-unit assessments to monitor individual student progress.
Private Tutor at Self-employed
December 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025December 2024 – July 2025: Private tuition sessions for students studying towards Year 11 GCSE exams in core subjects; planning and organizing lessons.
Beauty Business Owner at Self-employed
August 1, 2014 - September 30, 2021August 2014 – September 2021: Started and ran a private beauty business; managed operations, client services and business development during career break for family.
Compliance/Complaints Case Handler at UKKAR Bingley
December 1, 2013 - August 31, 2014December 2013 – August 2014: Managed caseload, processed instructions, prepared court documents, and maintained client communication; contributed to system improvements and supported team operations.
Customer Service Advisor & Administrator (Contract) at PPI Advice Line
February 1, 2013 - May 31, 2013February 2013 – May 2013: Answered inbound calls, explained compensation offers, initiated complaints processes, chased responses, and liaised with lenders and ombudsman bodies.
Financial Service Advisor (Part Time) at Otto UK
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009Answered calls, input customer orders, processed payments, catalogue/commission claims; maintained keyboard skills and knowledge of mainframe; worked to achieve sales targets.
Customer Service Advisor & Administrator (Contract) at PPI Advise Line
February 1, 2013 - May 1, 2013Handled inbound calls, explained offers of compensation, initiated complaints process, chased final responses and updates; collaborated with Financial Ombudsman Service and Financial Leasing Association; prepared standardized letters.
Private Tutor (GCSE core subjects)
December 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025Provided private tuition for Year 11 GCSE students; planned and organised lessons and study plans.
Beauty Business Owner / Self-employed at Self-employed
August 1, 2014 - September 30, 2021Founded and ran a private beauty business; managed client services, bookings and day-to-day operations during a career break.
Customer Service Advisor & Administrator at PPI Advise Line
February 1, 2013 - May 31, 2013Answered inbound calls, explained compensation offers, initiated complaints process, chased responses, liaised with lenders and ombudsman bodies, and supported sales leads.
Financial Service Advisor (Part-time) at Otto UK
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009Answered calls, processed payments, and provided customer care for financial products.
KS3 & KS4 Science Teacher (Sick Leave Cover)
April 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025Covered KS3 and KS4 science for a deputy science teacher on sick leave; contributed to lesson planning, ensured learning pathways were followed, and maintained progress records while supporting student achievement.
Owner, Beauty Business
August 1, 2014 - September 30, 2021Launched and managed a personal beauty business; handled operations, scheduling, customer service and growth before taking a career break for family.
Customer Service Advisor & Administrator (PPI Advise Line) [Contract]
February 1, 2013 - May 31, 2013Answered inbound calls, explained compensation offers, initiated complaints with financial institutions, chased claims, liaised with lenders and the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Additional earlier roles
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2009Various customer service roles prior to 2009, including responsibilities in sales, administration and client support.
Learning Manager / Science Teacher (cover)
October 1, 2021 - PresentPlanning and delivering lessons aligned with the academy and National Curriculum, organizing learning pathways, adjusting for different academic sets, conducting science experiments, marking student work, and carrying out end-of-unit assessments.
Self-employed - Beauty Business
August 1, 2014 - September 1, 2021Started own beauty business; career break prior to re-entering education-related roles.
Education
GCSEs at Belle Vue Girls School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004A Levels at Bradford College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007BA (Hons) Interdisciplinary Human Studies at Bradford University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010GCSEs at Belle Vue Girls School
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004A Levels at Bradford College
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2007BA (Hons) in Interdisciplinary Human Studies at Bradford University
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2010GCSEs at Belle Vue Girls School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004A Levels at Bradford College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007BA (Hons) Interdisciplinary Human Studies at Bradford University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010GCSEs at Belle Vue Girls School
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004A Levels at Bradford College
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2007BA (Hons) Interdisciplinary Human Studies at Bradford University
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2010GCSEs at Belle Vue Girls School
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004A Levels at Bradford College
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2007BA (Hons) Interdisciplinary Human Studies at Bradford University
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2010GCSEs at Belle Vue Girls School
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004A Levels at Bradford College
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007BA (Hons) in Interdisciplinary Human Studies at Bradford University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010Qualifications
Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Financial Services, Retail
Experience Level
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