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Rehana Shabir

Birmingham

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive practical experience in supporting children with additional needs, including autism. Demonstrates a deep understanding of individual developmental, emotional, and sensory requirements. Utilises an inclusive and child-centred approach to ensure every child feels valued and included. Proven ability to implement effective strategies for emotional regulation, communication, and behaviour support. Strong communicator capable of building trusting relationships with children, parents, carers, and professionals. Empathetic, patient, and resilient with a natural nurturing quality honed through years of caregiving experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work history

Carer

Homebase
Birmingham
01.2021 - Current
  • Hands-on Experience with SEN – Extensive practical experience supporting a child with complex autism, developing a deep understanding of special educational needs.
  • Early Years Development – Created structured, play-based learning activities that support emotional, social, and cognitive growth in line with early years principles.
  • Collaboration with Professionals – Worked closely with therapists, healthcare providers, and educators, gaining insight into multi-agency support and early intervention strategies.
  • Strong Communication Skills – Developed effective ways to support communication.
  • Nurturing, Patient, and Resilient – Demonstrated empathy, calm under pressure, and a nurturing approach—key traits for working with young children in nursery settings.

Cashier

AL-HALAL
BIRMINGHAM
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Packaged customer items carefully, ensuing merchandise safety.
  • Processed payments swiftly for improved customer experience.
  • Greeted each customer warmly, creating a friendly shopping environment.
  • Balanced till at end of day, maintaining accurate records.

Education

CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education

Skills

  • Understanding of Individual Needs: As a mother of three children, including two with additional needs, I have a deep understanding of how crucial it is to recognise and support each child’s unique developmental, emotional, and sensory needs
  • Inclusive and Child-Centred Approach: I ensure every child feels valued and included by adapting activities and environments to suit their learning styles and abilities
  • Practical SEN Experience: Hands-on experience with autism and additional needs, including implementing strategies for emotional regulation, communication, and behaviour support
  • Strong Communication with Children and Adults: Able to build trusting relationships with children and communicate effectively with parents, carers, and professionals in a collaborative and compassionate manner
  • Empathy, Patience, and Resilience: Years of experience as a carer and mother have strengthened my natural nurturing qualities and ability to remain calm and supportive in high-pressure situations

Languages

English
Intermediate
Urdu
Fluent
Punjabi
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Carer

Homebase
01.2021 - Current

Cashier

AL-HALAL
01.2020 - 12.2021

CACHE Level 3 Award in Childcare & Education
Rehana Shabir