Solomon Edebor
Healthcare Support Worker | Support Worker | Care Assistant
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About
Compassionate and reliable Support Worker with UK experience providing person-centred care and support to adults with learning disabilities and autism. Experienced in delivering personal care, supporting individuals with behaviours of concern, administering medication, maintaining accurate electronic care records and promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing. Demonstrates a strong understanding of safeguarding, mental capacity, consent, confidentiality, infection prevention and control, and safe working practices.
Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and communicates professionally with colleagues, healthcare professionals, individuals receiving care and their families. Holds the Care Certificate and a range of healthcare-related training, including Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism, Basic Life Support, First Aid, Medication Administration and Safeguarding. Currently studying the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Experience
Support Worker at Pattom Limited (2025-10 – Present)
- Provide person-centred care and support that promotes dignity, independence, choice and individual wellbeing.
- Assist individuals with personal care and activities of daily living while respecting privacy, dignity and personal preferences.
- Support adults with learning disabilities and autism in accordance with individual care and support plans.
- Administer medication safely in accordance with prescribed instructions and organisational procedures.
- Support individuals who may present with behaviours of concern using appropriate person-centred and positive behaviour approaches.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic care records and communicate relevant information to colleagues.
- Promote physical, emotional and social wellbeing through meaningful activities and appropriate engagement.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and relevant healthcare professionals to support continuity and quality of care.
- Follow safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety and infection prevention and control procedures.
Support Worker at Creative Support (2025-06 – 2025-11)
- Delivered person-centred support to individuals in accordance with their individual needs and support plans.
- Assisted with personal care while maintaining dignity, privacy, independence and choice.
- Administered medication in accordance with training, prescribed instructions and organisational procedures.
- Supported individuals with behaviours of concern using appropriate support strategies.
- Maintained accurate electronic care records and reported relevant observations or concerns appropriately.
- Followed safeguarding procedures and organisational policies to promote the safety and wellbeing of individuals.
- Worked effectively with colleagues to provide consistent and high-quality support.
Production Operative at Sofina Foods (2024-10 – 2025-06)
- Prepared and packaged food in accordance with workplace procedures and quality standards.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety.
- Followed health and safety procedures and worked effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated reliability, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
English Lecturer at Afe Babalola University (2012-11 – 2023-09)
- Delivered lectures and supported students from diverse backgrounds.
- Developed teaching and learning materials appropriate to different needs and abilities.
- Communicated complex information clearly and effectively.
- Managed competing responsibilities while maintaining professional standards.
English & Literature Teacher at Pacesetters Comprehensive College (2011-08 – 2012-11)
- Taught English Language and Literature to students of varying abilities.
- Developed effective communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
English Language Teacher at Federal Science and Technical College (2008-03 – 2008-08)
- Delivered English Language teaching and supported students in their learning and development.
Education
Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care in Health and Social Care – OTHM
MA in TESOL – University of Hull, UK (2024)
MA in English (Literature) – University of Ibadan (2011)
BA in English – Adekunle Ajasin University (2006)
