Chante Hunter

I am a dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker with a passion for supporting vulnerable young people in a residential care setting. With a broad range of experience, including safeguarding, child protection, and therapeutic support techniques, I am committed to promoting emotional well-being and educational development. I employ a child-centered approach, drawing on trauma-informed care practices, to foster a safe and supportive environment where young people can thrive.

In my previous roles, I have acted as a team lead, guiding and mentoring colleagues to ensure consistency in care and support delivery. I am also experienced in tailoring individual support plans to meet the unique needs of each young person, ensuring they receive the appropriate care and guidance. My ability to de-escalate challenging situations, build trust with children, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams has led to positive outcomes.

Children's Residential Support Worker - Bluemountain Homes Ltd - Derby, DE24 8GX

(2023-11)

• Provide direct care and support to young people, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental needs are met.
• Promote independence and life skills, assisting young people in achieving educational and personal goals.
• Act as a team lead, mentoring colleagues and guiding them to ensure a consistent approach to care.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans based on individual needs, ensuring personalized care and progress.
• Work within a team of professionals to deliver high-quality care and safeguard the welfare of young people.
• CPI Safety Intervention techniques to de-escalate challenging situations, maintaining a safe environment as a last resort.

Sales Support Specialist - BT Local Business / Aspire Communications Ltd - Nottingham, NG2 7PP

(2021-03)

• Provide remote administrative support to sales teams, ensuring customer satisfaction and on-time order processing.
• Deliver weekly reports and manage client communications using Salesforce, Citrix, and Agent Desktop.

Customer Service Advisor - Auto Finesse - Harlow, Essex, CM20 2HS

(2020-09 - 2021-02)

• Offered excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and advising clients via email and phone.
• Managed orders and coordinated shipments to ensure timely deliveries.

Children, Young People, and Families Practitioner - Youth and Family Care (2024 - 2025)

BA (Hons) - Criminology - Nottingham Trent University (2016 - 2020)

Access to Higher Education - Social Science - Harlow College (2015 - 2016)

GCSEs - St Marks Catholic School, Harlow (2007 - 2012)