Isabella Da Silva

Current BSc Neuroscience student with experience supporting children, elderly residents and community initiatives. Brings communication, organisation and teamwork skills developed through volunteering, work experience and academic study, alongside the ability to adapt confidently to new environments and responsibilities.

Care Home Work Experience Placement - Burrel Mead

(2024-07-15 - 2024-07-19)

• Supported care staff in providing day-to-day assistance for elderly residents.
• Spent time talking with residents, supporting activities and contributing to a welcoming environment.
• Observed healthcare procedures including blood pressure monitoring and medication routines.
• Worked as part of a team to research age-related conditions and present findings.

Childcare Support Work Experience - Private Family - France

(2021-06 - 2021-08)

• Supported the supervision and daily care of children alongside an experienced caregiver.
• Assisted with activities, outings and daily routines while maintaining a safe and positive environment.
• Assisted with routines while adapting communication in a multilingual setting.
• Built trusting relationships through patience, communication, and encouragement.

Family Retail Support - Family Retail

• Occasionally helped family clothing shop by organising stock, restocking and keeping displays tidy.
• Interacted with customers in a welcoming and friendly environment

School & Community Involvement - Langley Park School for Girls

(2018-09 - 2025-09)

• Supported school open evenings by welcoming visitors, preparing food demonstrations and helping maintain organised spaces.
• Mentored another student by explaining academic concepts and encouraging independent learning.
• Helped organised student enrichment activities and school events.
• Led conversations in Spanish during an educational visit to Spain to support language and cultural research.

GCSEs - Langley Park School for Girls (2018-09 - 2023-06)

A Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Spanish - Langley Park School for Girls (2023-09 - 2025-06)

BSc - Neuroscience with Psychology - University of Sussex (2025-09)