Delean Richards

I am a compassionate and reliable worker with experience supporting children, families, and adults with diverse needs. I have strong interpersonal skills, a calm and empathetic approach, and I am committed to promoting independence, dignity and well-being in the people I work with. I am currently awaiting final confirmation of my BA (Hons) Social Work degree.

I have developed a solid foundation in safeguarding, relationship-based practice and multi-agency collaboration. I am now seeking a support worker role where I can apply my practical skills, provide quality support and continue developing professionally within a social care setting.

Supervising Social Worker - Practice Placement

(2025-01 - 2026-12)

• Supported foster carers to meet the emotional, practical and developmental needs of children in their care, offering guidance around behaviour, emotional regulation and promoting stability
• Built trusting relationships through empathy, active listening and a non-judgemental approach, while working closely with social workers, schools, health professionals and other agencies to provide coordinated support
• Maintained clear records, reinforced safeguarding responsibilities and used resilience and reflective practice to manage complex situations confidently

Family Support Worker - Practice Placement

(2024-01 - 2025-12)

• Supported individuals and families living with HIV through emotional support, practical assistance and advocacy, helping them access benefits, community resources, health services and support networks
• Provided person-centred support to reduce isolation, promote wellbeing and build resilience, while working collaboratively with health professionals, social workers and voluntary organisations
• Maintained accurate case notes and contributed to support plans under supervision

Support Worker - Bluebird Care

(2021-01 - 2022-12)

• Supported adults with personal care, daily living tasks and medication prompts, promoting independence, dignity and self-determination in line with care plans
• Built positive, trusting relationships with service users and families, maintaining clear records and adhering to safeguarding procedures
• Responded calmly and professionally to changing needs and challenging situations, ensuring consistent, person-centred support

BA (Hons) - Social Work - Bromley College (2013-09 - 2026-07)

Social Work Diploma - Social Work - Archbishop Lanfranc High School (1994-09 - 1999-07)

GCSEs - General Education - Archbishop Lanfranc High School (1994-09 - 1999-07)