Sophie McCrum

Psychology graduate with 4+ years of experience supporting individuals across mental health, learning disability, and complex needs. Skilled in person-centred care, group and 1-1 support, safeguarding, and collaborative working. Passionate about inclusive psychological care and currently seeking roles that allow me to build on my academic knowledge and continue developing practical skills in mental health and applied psychology.

Community Children’s Support Worker, SEHSCT May 2025–Present

• Supporting a young person with complex needs in a community setting.
• Promoting independence and engagement through daily routines and structured support.
• Working closely with family and MDT professionals to provide consistent care.

· Key worker for 2 clients, providing weekly 1:1 therapeutic support.

· Supported goal-setting, independence building and personal development.

· Designed and facilitated a psychoeducational group to promote wellbeing.

· Wrote reports and contributed to MDT meetings.

· Engaged in regular supervision and ongoing service development.

Engagement Support Intern, National Lottery Heritage Fund, June 2022 - September 2022.

· Conducted research and created case studies for increased engagement.

· Supported planning of a disability heritage showcase event.

· Extracted and analysed project data using Excel.

 Relief Care Assistant, Aaron House, July 2019 – October 2022

· Supported adults with profound learning and physical disabilities.

· Used positive behaviour support and alternative communication tools (PECS, social stories).

· Maintained accurate records and supported emotional regulation needs

· Communicated effectively with families and professionals.

Sales Assistant, Matalan, June 2016 – June 2020

· Delivered excellent customer service and resolved queries professionally.

· Handled stock management and tills during peak hours.

September 2019 – June 2022, Queens University Belfast, BSc (Hons) Psychology. 2:1

· Final year thesis: Quantitative study on bias in hiring decisions using SPSS.

· Key modules: Clinical Health Psychology, Depression & Anxiety, Research Methods, Typical and Atypical Learning Development.

September 2017 – May 2019, SERC Newtownards, Level 4 HNC in Health and Social Care. Distinction

· Key topics: Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Empowerment, Communication, Principles of Practice.

· Practical coursework included presentations, reflective journals, and case studies.

September 2013 – June 2016 Glastry College A levels: Health and Social Care (D), Geography (D), Religious Studies (D)

September 2011 – June 2013 Movilla High School

GCSEs: 1 A and 6 C grades including Maths and English