
Portia Chikomo
Healthcare assistant/Support worker
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Empathetic Health Care Assistant experienced in supporting individuals with mental impairments and physical limitations in managing daily tasks. Skilled in providing high-quality personal care, promoting independence, and offering compassionate support to elderly clients and those with cognitive impairments.
Experience
Care Assistant at Heathland House Care Home (2024-04 – Present)
- Providing personal care and support to residents
- Assisting with meal preparation
- Supporting residents to maintain independence
- Ensuring safety and wellbeing of residents
- Engaging residents in meaningful daily activities
- Using mobility aids including hoists and wheelchairs
- Administering medication
Care Assistant at Evolving Care (2023-03 – 2024-04)
- Delivered person-centred care, supporting clients with daily living activities
- Assisted with personal care including washing, dressing and toileting
- Promoted independence and dignity at all times
- Supported clients with dementia through structured and meaningful activities
- Built trusting relationships through compassionate care
- Used safe moving and handling techniques to prevent injury
- Supported nutrition and hydration needs
Maths Teacher at Mufakose 2 High School (2007-01 – 2011-12)
- Delivered engaging maths lessons to students of varying abilities
- Maintained a positive and structured classroom environment
- Supported student development and academic progress
Maths Teacher at Kings Court Christian School (2013-01 – 2023-02)
- Taught mathematical concepts using engaging and practical methods
- Supported student understanding and performance
- Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment
- Encouraged problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Education
Care Certificate – Caredemy (2022 – 2022)
Certificate in Dementia Care Level 1 – Florence Academy (2022 – 2022)
Diploma in Education – University of Zimbabwe (2006 – 2006)
A-Levels – Highfields High School (2002 – 2002)
GCSEs – Mufakose High School (2000 – 2000)
