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An adaptable, conscientious enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant and Care Worker with 25 years' experience providing professional support to young adults with learning differences, the elderly, and disabled patients at home and in an education setting. A proven ability to deal with physically and emotionally demanding patients/learners developing skills needed for independent living. Having recently moved back to Sidmouth I am now seeking a part time retail role and believe my experience managing physical and emotionally demanding situations have equipped me with transferable interpersonal skills and I am ready to bring my dedication to helping others to a retail team translating my patience and communication skills to customer service.
Learning Support Assistant at Gloucestershire College (2001-01 – 2023-12)
Working with learners with a wide range of learning differences, physical disabilities and mental health issues from entry level to HND promoting independence and enabling progression. Supporting across the College in Media, Early Years, Construction, Catering, Hair and Beauty, Science, Psychology, Maths and English.
Retail assistant at Blue, Montpellier (1998-01 – 2005-12)
Providing excellent customer care, a positive welcoming store atmosphere, anticipating needs, and making sure all customers are valued and treated with respect to promote a positive customer experience. Working independently and as a team co coordinating with manager and colleagues.
Care Assistant at McKinnons Home Care (1995-01 – 2002-12)
Looking after the physical, emotional, cultural and social needs of the Clients using a person centred approach. Roles included client assessment, helping with; personal hygiene, medication supervision, administrative tasks, cleaning and preparing food.
Catering assistant / Waiter at Various Wedding Catering services (1995-01 – 2015-12)
English lessons at Berlitz Language School Basel / Private (1983-01 – 1989-12)
BA in English Literature – Leicester University A Levels in English, Music, Geography and Psychology – Kings School Ottery St Mary / Stroud College O Levels in 10 C+ including Maths and English – Sidmouth College
