Adam Dine
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Dedicated Driver with a strong focus on customer service and safety compliance. Ensured adherence to traffic laws and maintained meticulous record-keeping, demonstrating adaptability to varying weather conditions while upholding vehicle cleanliness. Committed to effective route planning and achieving challenging delivery timetables through organisational skills and attention to detail.
Overview
13
13
years of post-secondary education
29
29
years of professional experience
Work history
Car driver meet and greet
Cruise Azure parking
Southampton, Hampshire
2026.05 - Current
- Offered customers advice on local attractions or dining options, enriching their travel experience.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, ensuring smooth operations.
- Used GPS devices to find optimal travel routes.
- Dealt with unexpected issues such as road accidents or diversions promptly.
- Managed fuel consumption efficiently, reducing operational costs.
- Complied with company policies and procedures at all times.
Foster carer
Hampshire County Council
Southampton, Hampshire
2014.05 - Current
- Provided emotional support to children in foster care, resulting in improved mental well-being.
- Adhered strictly to safeguarding protocols; ensuring safety at all times.
- Delivered consistent care whilst managing challenging behaviour to ensure stability within the household.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing living environment, promoting a sense of security.
- Provided around-the-clock support during emergencies or crises, ensuring immediate assistance.
- Encouraged positive behaviours through structured routine and clear boundaries, fostering personal growth.
- Fostered resilience in children through regular counselling sessions, boosting emotional strength.
- Facilitated open lines of communication with social workers, leading to more effective care plans.
- Worked closely with other professionals involved in child's welfare; improving collaborative efforts towards child’s wellbeing.
- Monitored and documented child's progress regularly child's progress for review by social services team, contributing to overall care strategy.
- Coordinated with school staff regarding child's progress, enhancing academic performance.
- Assisted children with homework assignments; supporting their academic endeavours.
- Organised weekly educational activities for enhanced learning and development.
- Attended training courses on child psychology to better understand and address unique needs of foster children.
- Comforted children during times of crisis to provide security and safety measures.
- Supported the transition of children into new homes, easing their adaptation process.
- Encouraged children to express views and opinions to increase confidence and openness.
- Navigated complex emotional situations with empathy and patience, aiding in conflict resolution.
- Established clear guidelines for behaviour expectations with appropriate levels and methods of discipline.
- Taught socially acceptable ways to behave and communicate, reinforcing appropriate behaviours through trauma-informed care.
- Advocated for social, emotional and educational stability of children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
- Established close relationships with community resources, teachers and health professionals to meet children's development needs.
- Built strong relationships with birth families, enhancing family connections.
- Arranged social activities to boost confidence levels and encourage interaction with peers.
- Taught socially acceptable ways to behave and communicate, reinforcing appropriate behaviours through trauma-informed care.
Foster carer
Fca
Southampton, Hampshire
2007.08 - 2014.04
- Arranged social activities to boost confidence levels and encourage interaction with peers.
- Fostered resilience in children through regular counselling sessions, boosting emotional strength.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing living environment, promoting a sense of security.
- Navigated complex emotional situations with empathy and patience, aiding in conflict resolution.
- Coordinated with school staff regarding child's progress, enhancing academic performance.
- Built strong relationships with birth families to strengthen family ties.
- Delivered consistent care whilst managing challenging behaviour to ensure stability within the household.
- Provided around-the-clock support during emergencies or crises; offering immediate help when needed.
- Encouraged positive behaviours through structured routine and clear boundaries, fostering personal growth.
- Adhered strictly to safeguarding protocols; ensuring safety at all times.
- Organised weekly educational activities for enhanced learning and development.
- Facilitated open lines of communication with social workers, leading to more effective care plans.
- Tracked and recorded child's progress for review by social services team, contributing to overall care strategy.
- Assisted children with homework assignments; supporting their academic endeavours.
- Provided emotional support to children in foster care, resulting in improved mental well-being.
- Managed medical appointments and health needs of children, ensuring proper physical health.
- Attended training courses on child psychology to better understand and address unique needs of foster children.
- Worked closely with other professionals involved in child's welfare; improving collaborative efforts towards child’s wellbeing.
- Comforted children during times of crisis to provide security and safety measures.
- Encouraged children to express views and opinions to increase confidence and openness.
- Advocated for social, emotional and educational stability of children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
- Established close relationships with community resources, teachers and health professionals to meet children's development needs.
- Established clear boundaries for behaviour to promote a respectful environment. with appropriate levels and methods of discipline.
- Taught socially acceptable ways to behave and communicate, reinforcing appropriate behaviours through trauma-informed care.
- Fostered accepting, respectful and warm environment to establish safety and security for children.
- Met ongoing medical needs of children by coordinating with specialists.
- Collaborated with supervising social worker and reviewing officers for optimal care.
- Recorded important events during placements to ensure accurate reporting. throughout placement and contributed to reviews, case conferences and court hearings.
Support care worker
Regard partnership Ravenscroft house
Southampton, Hampshire
2002.07 - 2013.04
- Provided comprehensive care to patients by ensuring their physical and emotional needs were met.
- Assisted clients with daily activities for improved quality of life.
- Administered medication according to prescribed schedules, ensuring health maintenance.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals as per dietary requirements of each individual client.
- Improved hygiene standards by assisting clients with personal grooming needs like bathing and dressing up.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care while encouraging independence and activity appropriate to individual ability.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal hygiene, prioritising patient dignity, privacy and independence.
- Enhanced patient comfort by promptly responding to requests or concerns.
- Promoted patient independence through encouragement and guidance in performing tasks.
- Maintained high levels of patient morale, providing guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
- Established supportive relationships with patients to foster trust and enhance communication.
- Managed outbursts and difficult behaviour calmly in a supportive environment. from clients exhibiting excellent crisis management skills.
- Collaborated efficiently with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning.
- Collaborated closely with families and carers to improve effectiveness of care plans and enhance patient support.
- Conducted detailed observations and reported changes in client behaviour to healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated social outings to enhance community integration and support mental wellbeing for patients.
- Helped organise engaging recreational activities to enhance the social skills of patients.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for patients' comfort and safety.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other necessary errands thereby providing indispensable logistical support.
- Developed personalised care plans in consultation with health professionals tailoring service provision according to individual needs.
Shop floor worker
Tesco Superstore
Southampton, Hampshire
1997.10 - 2000.03
- Restocked shelves for easier purchase selection.
- Managed inventory control for optimal stock levels.
- Facilitated smooth checkouts with proficient cash handling skills.
- Utilised till system to process transactions swiftly.
- Assisted customers, improved overall shopping experience.
- Welcomed customers at store entrance, ensuring a friendly atmosphere.
- Handled customer queries and complaints, ensured resolution in a timely manner.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance loyalty and repeat business.
- Identified customer needs to recommend suitable products effectively.
- Offered product knowledge for informed purchasing decisions by customers.
- Presented merchandise attractively, encouraging customer purchases.
- Supported team members to foster a harmonious work environment.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Health and social care
edexcel
Southampton 2007.06 - 2008.07
btec GNVQ - Business
edexcel ( Southampton city college)
southampton 1998.09 - 1999.07
NVQ Level 2 - Information Technology
RSA
southampton 1997.09 - 1998.09
GCSEs -
WIldern School
Southampton 1993.01 - 1996.06
cpe -
Clavis primary school
Mauritius 1986.04 - 1992.08
Skills
- Road safety awareness
- Traffic law knowledge
- Route planning
- Safety compliance
- Vehicle cleanliness
- Record keeping
- Customer Service
- Dependability and responsibility
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Speed control awareness
- Patience and calmness
- Courtesy etiquette
Affiliations
- Music
- cars
- model car collecting
- gym
Timeline
Car driver meet and greet
Cruise Azure parking
2026.05 - Current
Foster carer
Hampshire County Council
2014.05 - Current
Foster carer
Fca
2007.08 - 2014.04
NVQ Level 3 - Health and social care
edexcel
2007.06 - 2008.07
Support care worker
Regard partnership Ravenscroft house
2002.07 - 2013.04
btec GNVQ - Business
edexcel ( Southampton city college)
1998.09 - 1999.07
Shop floor worker
Tesco Superstore
1997.10 - 2000.03
NVQ Level 2 - Information Technology
RSA
1997.09 - 1998.09
GCSEs -
WIldern School
1993.01 - 1996.06
cpe -
Clavis primary school
1986.04 - 1992.08