Zainab Shahid

Energetic, reliable individual with a strong background in competitive sport, community engagement and working with children. University-level basketball player (2018–2025) and gym associate with hands-on experience motivating groups and leading activities. Medical background (MBBS, BLS certified) supports strong safeguarding and child-welfare awareness. Confident communicator, passionate about keeping young people active and engaged during the school holidays.

Basketball Player - Islamabad Club Society - Patan

(2018-01 - 2025-12)

• Competed in inter-university and inter-club basketball tournaments; trained regularly, building teamwork, discipline and leadership
• Led warm-up drills and supported newer players, encouraging team spirit and positive morale

Gym Associate - Local Gym - Islamabad

(2023-01)

• Motivated and guided members of varying abilities through safe, effective workouts in an active, friendly environment

NHS Clinical Volunteer – Endocrinology - Russells Hall Hospital (Russell's Group) - Dudley, Birmingham, UK

(2026-02)

• Worked within a busy multidisciplinary team, gaining safeguarding, risk-management and duty-of-care experience relevant to supervising groups

Teaching & Research Assistant - Health Services Academy (HSA), National Institute of Health - Islamabad

(2026-02 - 2026-07)

• Delivered engaging sessions to student groups, adapting communication to different learning needs and keeping groups motivated

MSc - Diabetes Care - University of Salford (2025-01)

MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery - Islamabad Medical and Dental College (2019-01 - 2024-12)