Rabia Anwar

Dedicated and compassionate professional with a five-year Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. I bring extensive hands-on experience from university hospital settings and a specialized focus on pediatric care, including supporting children as young as six months old. Having recently relocated to London, I am eager to transition into a Teaching Assistant role where I can apply my deep understanding of child development and physical wellbeing to support and inspire young learners.

I offer strong communication skills in multiple languages, exceptional patience, and a proven commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.

Physiotherapy intern at Rehab Cure physiotherapy and rehabilitation clinic (2023-01 – 2023-04)

Internship in physiotherapy and rehabilitation clinic providing patient care and therapeutic support

• Collaborative Support: Worked closely with senior staff to master advanced support techniques, demonstrating a strong ability to follow professional guidance and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicated effectively with patients, parents, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure clear understanding and achieve the best possible developmental outcomes.
• Technical Adaptability: Gained proficiency in operating specialized equipment and following strict safety protocols, ensuring a high standard of care and wellbeing.
• Targeted Interventions: Assisted in the delivery of individualized support plans for a wide range of physical and developmental conditions, ensuring each person received relevant and effective assistance.
• Active Learning: Quickly mastered and applied new skills to daily tasks, enhancing the efficiency of the facility and ensuring productivity within a high-pressure environment.
• Professionalism & Teamwork: Actively supported the wider team by demonstrating a respectful, proactive, and helpful attitude toward both colleagues and those in her care.

Physiotherapist intern at Hameed Ltif Hospital (2022-08 – 2022-11)

Internship in hospital physiotherapy department with focus on pediatric care and individualized therapy plans

• Individualized Student Support: Delivered one-to-one support during therapy sessions to enhance progress and help individuals reach their personal recovery and developmental goals.
• IEP Implementation: Implemented individualized therapy plans tailored to specific needs, a skill directly transferable to following Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in a classroom.
• Physical Development & Wellbeing: Led physical exercises to promote mobility and strength, demonstrating the ability to assist students with physical disabilities or during PE activities.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborated with diverse professional teams to ensure comprehensive care, showing the teamwork skills needed to work alongside teachers, parents, and SEN coordinators.
• Patient Safety & Management: Supported senior professionals in administering specialized treatments and managing pain, maintaining a safe and controlled environment for those in her care.
• Professional Observation: Actively observed senior therapists to gain insights into complex case management, proving a commitment to continuous learning and understanding varied behavioral needs.

Doctor of Physical Therapy in Medicine – Superior University Lahore (2018-10 – 2023-05)