Mental Health Support Professional in Training

Iasha Mahmood

Dedicated and resilient graduate with a 2:1 in Criminology and Sociology from Birmingham City University, currently employed as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls’ Academy. Experienced in supporting individuals with SEND and SEMH needs, including those facing complex and challenging mental health difficulties. Safeguarding trained, with CPD training in mental health and FGM awareness, and confident in recognising risk, following referral pathways, and maintaining professional standards. Qualified Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Aider with strong emotional wellbeing and crisis awareness skills. Academically trained in evidence-based practice, qualitative and quantitative research methods, and applied psychological theory. Currently completing an MSc in Psychology of Mental Health and Wellbeing (BPS-accredited) at the University of Wolverhampton, with completion expected in June 2026. Seeking a mental health support role within a multidisciplinary team.

EDUCATION

University of Wolverhampton – MSc Psychology of Mental Health and Wellbeing (BPS-accredited)

Expected Completion: June 2026

Birmingham City University – BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology, 2:1

September 2019 – June 2022

Academic projects Final year project:

Title: An enquiry into the impact of Covid-19 on the educational experience for home students at Birmingham City

University, England.

"An enquiry into the impact of Covid-19 on the educational experience for home students at Birmingham City University"

Conducted a qualitative study using online questionnaires with 12 undergraduate social science students to explore experiences of blended learning during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Examined the effects of online learning on student engagement, motivation, and mental health and wellbeing.

Found that while students adapted positively to blended learning, the pandemic had a negative impact on wellbeing, with potential long-term consequences.

Highlighted areas for future research and support strategies to enhance student mental health, reinforcing my passion for promoting emotional resilience in educational settings.

Qualifications

King Edwards III Handsworth wood girl’s academy

-Gcse English- C – July 2015

-Gcse religious studies- C- July 2015

South and city college Birmingham

-Math’s Level 1 – July 2016

-Level 1 Health and social care– July 2016

-Level 2 Health and social care – July 2017

-Level 3 Health and social care – June 2018

-Level 3 extended diploma in Health and social care June 2019

Skills training -June 2021

-Level 2 digital skills

-Level 2 warehouse and storage principles

-Level 2 Math

Birmingham City university

- BA (Hons) Sociology and criminology- Grade- 2:1

University Of Wolverhampton

-MSC in Psychology of mental health and wellbeing (Bps Accredited) - Expected grade: Distinction

-Completion date: June 2026

Mental Health First Aider 2026

-Qualified MHFA England-January 2026

EXPERIENCE

-Grove school Handsworth Birmingham - 4th July 2014- 10th January 2015

-A.A Electronics - Sales assistant/receptionist - 1st February 2015 – January 30th, 2016

-First steps nursery - 18th July– 20th October 2017

-Robert Harvey care home - 11th November 2017 – 28th July 2018

-Morning stars Nursery - 10th September 2018 – 20th September 2018

-Beetori Adult day care Centre- 25th September 2018 – 27th t December 2018

-Hello fresh nuneaton warehouse operative – May 15th, 2021- 11th august 2021.

-Nhs track and trace- 20th august 2021- 11th March 2022.

-South and city college – 2nd July 2022- 25th September 2022

-NHS medical receptionist 3rd October 2022 – February 2024

-Graduate Teaching Assistant March 4th, 2024- Current employment.

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