Ayodele Hidinat Folake

Compassionate and dedicated Support Worker with extensive experience supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs in residential and supported living settings. Skilled in enabling individuals to live as independently as possible by promoting choice, dignity, and person-centred care. Experienced in personal care, medication administration, safeguarding, risk assessments, and supporting access to community activities.

Knowledgeable in the Mental Capacity Act, equality and diversity, confidentiality, and health & safety. Proficient in using IT systems for care documentation, support plans, and case recording. A reliable team player with excellent communication skills and flexibility to work shifts, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins.

Support Worker at Shalom Home (2023-10 – Present)

Provide person-centred support to adults with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs in a residential setting.

• Support individuals with personal care, medication administration, meal preparation, cleaning, and shopping.
• Enable individuals to develop independence skills within their home and community.
• Support service users to access community activities and social opportunities.
• Update support plans, risk assessments, and daily records using IT systems.
• Apply the Mental Capacity Act principles to support decision-making and promote choice.
• Safeguard vulnerable adults by following policies and reporting concerns appropriately.
• Work collaboratively within a small team to deliver high-quality care.

Medical Team Member at Muslad Healthcare (2017-09 – 2023-09)

• Supported individuals with moderate to severe learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Assisted with daily living activities and promoted independence.
• Maintained safe environments and followed health and safety procedures.
• Worked within multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care.

Support Worker at Ideral Healthcare (2013-06 – 2017-07)

• Provided 24-hour support to vulnerable young people in residential care.
• Managed challenging behaviours using calm and supportive approaches.
• Ensured safeguarding and confidentiality at all times.
• Supported emotional well-being and daily routines.

BSc in Sociology – University of Abuja (2018)

HND in Computer Science – Federal Polytechnic Offa (2019)

GCSE Equivalent in English & Mathematics (2012)