Meet the team

The hearts and hands behind Masjid Al Fatiha and Community School — here to support, guide, and grow with you.

  • Mohammed Khalil Yasin

    EXECUTIVE HEADTEACHER & DSL

    “I founded the school from scratch and have had the privilege of watching it grow from strength to strength. My favourite part is seeing the diverse community we serve come together and thrive under our care.”

  • Shaykh Hafeezud Din Zahidi

    HEAD IMAAM

    “I’ve been working here for the last 4 years as the Head Imaam. My favourite thing about the Masjid is that it symbolises the strength of the community by being inclusive!”

  • Bilal Hussain

    IMAAM & TEACHER

    “My name is Bilal, and I’ve been working at Masjid Al Fatiha for 8 months as a teacher and part-time Imam. My favourite thing about working here is being part of a diverse, multicultural community that brings people together from all backgrounds to worship and learn. As a teacher I also enjoy how various resources are used to support the children.“

  • Zulfiqar Ali

    IMAAM

    “My name is Imaam Zulfiqar Ali and I am the main Imaam at The Masjid. I feel honoured to lead the congregation and serve our community. What I love most about The Masjid is how it brings together people from all backgrounds in a spirit of unity and inclusion.”

  • Nazmeen Nabi

    DEPUTY HEAD & DDSL

    “I’m the Deputy Headteacher at Al Fatiha and have been part of the school since 2016. I truly enjoy seeing our pupils engage in their learning and develop a deep love for our beautiful religion.“

  • Amin Akhtar

    MANAGEMENT

    “My name is Amin Akhtar and I’ve been part of the building and maintenance team since 2022. I help run the day-to-day operations and ensure everything is in order to support our community. We also make key decisions to maintain and develop our facilities and activities.“

  • Mahmoob Khan

    MANAGEMENT

    “I’ve been part of the development and maintenance team at Al Fatiha since 2019. We work together to make key decisions that support the growth and improvement of our building and facilities.“

  • Sumia Salem

    TEACHER

    “My name is Sumiya, and I’ve been a dedicated teacher since 2016. I specialise in teaching the Arabic language with a focus on building strong reading and understanding skills. I’m passionate about helping students connect with the beauty of the Arabic language.“

  • Shabnam Hussain

    ADMIN

    Our Admin Team we support the daily running of Al Fatiha by managing records, communication, and logistics. We assist staff, handle parent enquiries, and help organise events and activities. Our work ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

  • Ayesha Gull

    ADMIN

    Our Admin Team we support the daily running of Al Fatiha by managing records, communication, and logistics. We assist staff, handle parent enquiries, and help organise events and activities. Our work ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

  • Imam Irfan

    Teacher and Imam

    I’m Imam Irfan, a passionate teacher and imam dedicated to serving the community. I have the honour of leading Jumu’ah Salah at the masjid and supporting people through teaching, guidance, and faith. I’m creative, passionate, and committed to making a positive impact through my work and service.

  • Haleema Mahmood

    Teacher

    I’m Haleema Mahmood, a passionate and creative Reception Class Teacher with many years of experience working in a variety of educational settings. My main area of expertise is supporting children with SEN, and I am dedicated to creating a nurturing, inclusive and engaging environment where every child can thrive.

  • Alayna Ali

    SEN Teaching Assistant

    I’m a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant at the masjid, passionate about supporting and helping others. I’m a patient, caring, and approachable person who enjoys working with the community. I’m grateful to be part of the masjid and enjoy making a positive difference through my work and support.