Tina Smith

Dedicated and compassionate Health & Social Care professional with extensive experience working in residential care, including senior care, care assistance and activities coordination. Experienced in supporting residents with personal care, medication, daily activities and appointments, while promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing. Currently working as a Senior Care Assistant and Activities Co-ordinator, with many years of experience within the same care home.

Confident working with residents, families, colleagues and external healthcare professionals, and experienced in coordinating staff and managing shifts. Reliable, approachable and hardworking, with excellent communication skills and the ability to learn new tasks quickly. Comfortable working independently or as part of a team and committed to providing high-quality care and support.

Senior Care Assistant - Corner Lodge Care Home - Clacton-on-Sea

• Take responsibility for running shifts and ensuring the smooth operation of the care home.
• Allocate staff to appropriate floors and duties according to the needs of residents.
• Support and supervise colleagues to ensure residents receive appropriate care.
• Communicate professionally with families, healthcare professionals and other visitors to the home.
• Provide relevant information to families and professionals while maintaining confidentiality.
• Administer medication during medication rounds in accordance with care home procedures.
• Support residents with their personal care and daily needs.
• Help maintain residents' dignity, independence and wellbeing.
• Respond appropriately to residents' changing needs and report concerns when necessary.

Activities Co-ordinator - Corner Lodge Care Home - Clacton-on-Sea

(2019-05)

• Plan and organise daily activities designed to support residents' wellbeing and social engagement.
• Spend time with residents individually and in groups, encouraging participation and conversation.
• Organise outings including walks, lunches, theatre trips and other days out.
• Arrange visiting entertainers and musical performances for residents.
• Adapt activities to suit residents' individual interests, abilities and needs.
• Encourage residents to remain socially active and involved in the community.
• Build positive relationships with residents and their families.
• Work closely with care staff to ensure activities are safe and appropriate for residents.

Care Assistant - Corner Lodge Care Home - Clacton-on-Sea

(2016-07)

• Provide personal care and support with daily living activities.
• Assist residents with dressing, feeding and personal hygiene.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Accompany residents to appointments and activities.
• Support residents when going out into the community.
• Organise and participate in games and recreational activities.
• Provide basic nail care and other appropriate personal support.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families and colleagues.
• Promote dignity, choice and independence at all times.

Care Worker - Ideal Home Care Solutions - Maldon

• Provided care and support to individuals in their own homes.
• Supported clients with personal care and everyday tasks.
• Assisted with medication according to care plans and procedures.
• Supported clients with their individual needs while promoting independence.
• Built positive and respectful relationships with clients and families.

Sales Assistant - Fish & Chip Shop - Clacton-on-Sea

(2001-04 - 2004-11)

• Served customers and provided friendly customer service.
• Took payments and handled cash.
• Prepared and cooked food.
• Assisted with cleaning and maintaining the premises.
• Worked efficiently in a busy customer-facing environment.

Florist - Florist - Clacton-on-Sea

(2002-03 - 2003-10)

• Opened and closed the shop.
• Prepared and set up the shop each morning.
• Placed orders and assisted with stock.
• Maintained a clean and organised working environment.
• Assisted customers with their requirements.

Linen Worker - County Linen - Clacton-on-Sea

(2000-11 - 2001-05)

• Packed linen cages.
• Folded towels and other linen.
• Packed sheets and prepared items for distribution.
• Worked efficiently to meet daily requirements.

Customer Packer

Albany School (1995-09 - 2000-07)