Ellie Wilkinson

I am a compassionate and driven healthcare professional with extensive experience supporting vulnerable individuals in high-pressure clinical settings. Demonstrates strong leadership, safeguarding awareness, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups. I am passionate about advocacy, empowerment, and delivering person-centred support.

Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) at James Paget University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (2021-12 – Present)

• Work within multidisciplinary theatre teams, reporting to the Clinical Operations Manager
• Deliver high standards of patient care in perioperative settings
• Advocate for patient safety and wellbeing throughout surgical procedures
• Demonstrate strong communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues
• Support efficient theatre operations in high-pressure environments

Carer at Gresham Care Home (2019-02 – 2021-08)

• Provided high-quality care to elderly residents, ensuring dignity and respect
• Assisted with daily living activities and emotional support
• Worked closely with the house manager and wider care team
• Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills

Diploma of Higher Education in Operating Department Practice – University of East Anglia (UEA) (2021)

DipHE in Health and Social Care Level 3 – East Norfolk Sixth Form College (2019)

Applied Science Subsidiary Diploma in Level 3 Applied Science – East Norfolk Sixth Form College (2019)

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) – East Norfolk Sixth Form College (2019)

GCSEs – Ormiston Venture Academy / East Norfolk Sixth Form (2017)

European Computer Driving License (ECDL) – North Hertfordshire College (2016)

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism (RQF) (2025)