Omaira Zaib

Compassionate, approachable and motivated professional with experience supporting children, young people, families and vulnerable adults across safeguarding, advocacy, education, community and care settings. I have developed strong skills in engagement, relationship-building, emotional support and working alongside individuals to improve wellbeing and achieve positive outcomes. Through postgraduate studies, placements and practical experience, I have gained a solid understanding of safeguarding, early intervention, trauma-informed practice, child development and multi-agency working.

I am confident communicating with people from diverse backgrounds, maintaining professional boundaries and producing accurate records. I am now seeking a role within Early Help, Family Support, Leaving Care, Children's Services or Youth Support where I can make a positive difference to children, young people and families while continuing to develop professionally.

Social Work Placement – Safeguarding Team - Tameside Council - Tameside

(2025-02 - 2025-05)

Completed a statutory placement within Children's Safeguarding Services, working alongside qualified social workers supporting children and families.

• Attending home visits with social workers
• Observing and contributing to child and family assessments
• Supporting safeguarding enquiries and child protection processes
• Building positive relationships with children and families through respectful and trauma-informed communication
• Participating in case discussions, reviews and multi-agency meetings
• Maintaining accurate case recordings and confidential documentation
• Developing an understanding of risk assessment, safeguarding legislation and professional practice
• Developed confidence communicating with children and families experiencing complex circumstances
• Strengthened knowledge of safeguarding procedures, early intervention and child-centred practice
• Gained valuable experience working within a multi-disciplinary environment

Support Placement – Advocacy Services - Together Advocacy, Rochdale - Rochdale

(2022-09 - 2023-01)

Completed a placement supporting statutory advocacy services for vulnerable adults across health and social care settings. This role strengthened communication skills, professional confidence and ability to advocate for vulnerable individuals.

• Supporting advocates working under the Mental Health Act, Care Act and Mental Capacity Act
• Building trusting relationships with individuals experiencing vulnerability
• Helping service users understand their rights and available services
• Supporting people through safeguarding processes, reviews and transitions
• Maintaining accurate records and confidential documentation
• Promoting independence, choice and person-centred support

Learning Support Assistant (SEN) - New Bridge School, Oldham - Oldham

(2023-10 - 2024-01)

Supported children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) within a specialist educational setting. This experience strengthened understanding of additional needs, child development and supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

• Supporting pupils with learning, communication and emotional regulation
• Building positive relationships to encourage confidence and participation
• Assisting classroom staff with learning activities
• Supporting behaviour positively using calm and consistent approaches
• Encouraging independence and inclusion
• Helping create a safe, supportive and nurturing environment

Family Bereavement Support Assistant - Everlasting Memorials, Oldham - Oldham

(2025-06 - 2025-11)

Provided compassionate support to individuals and families during periods of bereavement and loss. This role enhanced emotional resilience, communication skills and ability to support people experiencing crisis and significant life events.

• Offering emotional support to bereaved individuals and families
• Listening sensitively to people's concerns and experiences
• Supporting families throughout memorial arrangements
• Building trusting and respectful relationships during emotionally difficult situations
• Communicating with empathy and professionalism
• Maintaining confidentiality and treating all individuals with dignity and respect

Family Carer - Family Carer (Informal Caring Role) - Oldham, Greater Manchester

(2025-11 - 2026-04)

Provided regular care and emotional support to a close family member with Crohn's disease. This experience strengthened understanding of person-centred care, empathy, resilience and supporting individuals living with long-term health conditions.

• Providing emotional reassurance during periods of anxiety and ill health
• Supporting daily living activities and promoting independence where possible
• Assisting with appointments and day-to-day routines
• Encouraging wellbeing and maintaining a positive, supportive environment
• Responding calmly to changing needs while respecting dignity and choice

Care Home Volunteer - Park House Residential Care Home, Oldham - Oldham

• Supported residents with activities and social engagement
• Encouraged wellbeing and independence
• Built positive relationships with residents and staff
• Demonstrated empathy, patience and effective communication

Postgraduate Diploma - Welfare Studies - University of Chester (2023-01 - 2025-12)

BA (Hons) - Child Development Psychology - University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) (2019-01 - 2022-12)

BTEC - Health & Social Care - Oldham College

BTEC - Applied Science - Oldham College

GCSEs - Including English and Mathematics - Droylsden Academy