Quality Improvement

Helen Ennis, Head of Department

Why did you join BAES?

I joined BAES as a literacy volunteer and found working with learners who struggled to read so rewarding that I wanted to make a career out of it and become an English teacher.

I’ve worked my way up from being a sessional teacher to my current Head of Quality Improvement role over 24 years, so have first hand knowledge of a lot of the roles in the service. Cut me and I bleed Birmingham Adult Education Service!

Read more: Meet the Head of Department: Helen Ennis

Financial Planning and Resources

Herprit Rana, Head of Department

Why did you join BAES?

This was a career promotion for myself and I was relocating to the Midlands to be closer to my family.

Read more: Meet the Head of Department: Herprit Rana

ESOL & Languages

Pauline Desch, Head of Faculty

Why did you join BAES?

I joined BAES over 30 years ago as a teacher because I wanted to have an opportunity to use my creative skills and to have a positive impact on adult learners. I believe that education transforms lives. This transformation for learners could be small such as improved confidence and awareness of their strengths or a commitment to developing work relevant skills to enable them to gain meaningful employment.

Read more: Meet the Head of Faculty: Pauline Desch

Vocational Skills, Digital Skills & Employability

Sameena Asmat, Head of Faculty

I joined BAES as an IT Teacher because I believe teaching is more than just imparting knowledge; it’s also about instilling values and inspiring enthusiasm for learning. I am devoted / committed / dedicated to the idea that all students should have access to good quality or high standard of education, and I am determined to help them reach their full potential. 

Read more: Meet the Head of Faculty: Sameena Asmat

Community Learning

Samreen Razaq, Head of Faculty

Why did you join BAES?

In 2019 I joined BAES as a Family Learning Tutor. Previously I had teaching and management experience in the FE sector, Secondary and Primary education, Nursery Management, Early Years and SEND. Thus, the role allowed me to utilise the skill set which my unique employment experience afforded me.

Read more: Meet the Head of Faculty: Samreen Razaq