Daisy Bond
Psychology Graduate (Mental Health)
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About
Psychology graduate at Nottingham Trent University with experience across healthcare, education, and customer facing roles in high pressure environments. Demonstrates strong communication, empathy, and adaptability, developed through positions as a care assistant, teaching assistant, and bartender. Proven ability to build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds, work effectively within teams, and maintain professionalism in demanding situations.
Highly motivated to pursue a career in mental health, with a particular interest in developing clinical understanding and interpersonal skills to support individual wellbeing.
Experience
Complex Care Assistant - Empowering U
(2025-05)
- Maintained dignity, independence, and emotional wellbeing through compassionate, respectful care
- Built strong, trusting relationships with service users and their families
- Followed detailed care plans and risk assessments to deliver consistent, high quality support
- Provided specialist, person centred care for individuals with quadriplegia and complex physical needs
- Supported with full personal care, including hygiene, dressing, and repositioning to maintain comfort and prevent pressure sores
- Assisted with mobility using hoists and specialist equipment, ensuring safe handling at all times
Bartender - Stonegate Group
(2023-03)
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Prepared and served a wide range of beverages while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
- Handled cash and card transactions accurately, ensuring financial accountability
- Worked collaboratively with team members to maintain smooth service during peak periods
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and compliance with health and safety regulations
Senior Health Care Assistant - B&M Care
(2022-08 - 2023-08)
- Reviewed and updated care plans in response to changes in residents' needs, ensuring care remained accurate and effective
- Coordinated care delivery during shifts, ensuring staff worked effectively and residents received consistent, high-quality support
- Liaised with external healthcare professionals, including GPs and district nurses, to communicate updates and arrange appropriate care
- Acted as the first point of contact in emergency situations, working alongside paramedics and following escalation procedures
- Supported and supervised junior staff, providing guidance to maintain safe and professional care practices
Health Care Assistant - B&M Care
(2020-08 - 2022-08)
- Assisted residents in maintaining daily routines, supporting independence while ensuring comfort and safety
- Observed and documented changes in behaviour and physical condition, contributing to ongoing care decisions
- Engaged residents in meaningful interaction to support emotional wellbeing and reduce social isolation
- Followed individual care plans and risk assessments to provide consistent and tailored support
- Worked closely with colleagues to ensure continuity of care across shifts in a busy care home environment
Crew Member - McDonald's
(2019-08 - 2020-08)
- Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely preparation and delivery of food orders
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene in line with company and safety regulations
- Collaborated with team members across different stations to ensure smooth daily operations
- Provided friendly and efficient customer service, handling queries and requests professionally
- Managed multiple responsibilities simultaneously, demonstrating strong organisation and time management skills
Education
BSc - Mental Health Psychology - Nottingham Trent University (2023-09 - 2026-06)
Level 1, 2, 3 NCFE cache - Health and social care (2019-01 - 2023-12)
GCSE - English and Mathematics (2019-12)


