Alida Glen
Hetton-le-hole,Tynewear
Summary
Innovative Creative Artist with expertise in diverse mediums such as painting, sculpture, and digital art. Specialises in merging traditional techniques with modern technology to deliver compelling artwork. Experienced in leading projects from conception to completion, ensuring quality and originality. Committed to fostering collaboration and inclusivity within artistic environments, consistently contributing unique ideas that enhance team success.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
Sanctuary Care
County Durham
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure quality care delivery
- Motivated team and delegated duties to enhance workflow
- Developed care and support plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Administered prescribed medications to patients following established protocols.
- Act as a positive role model
- Work with families, staff, nurses, GPs
- Use correct policies and procedures
- Assist with personal care
Senior Carer
Kingswood Lodge Residential Care
Leistershire, Wigston
11.2019 - 08.2022
- Administered medication to patients according to prescribed schedules
- Delivered personal care and maintained clean beds to support patient hygiene and wellbeing
- Prepared and served meals and beverages to promote patient nutrition and hydration
- Operated rotunda and hoist to enhance patient mobility and comfort
- Repositioning, washing clothing
- Dementia, Parkinson's, Autistic Patients
- Clean home at night
Care Worker
Care@Home
Midlands, Ratby
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Cared for post-operative, post-stroke, and dementia patients to support their recovery
- Supported patients with personal hygiene and grooming needs, enhancing their dignity and well-being
- Assisted patients with mobility using rotunda or wheelchair, ensuring comfort and safety during transport
- Administered food, beverages, and medications to patients at scheduled times, ensuring adherence to care plans
- Performed cleaning, cooking, and laundry duties to maintain a tidy home environment
Assistant Bookkeeper/Receptionist
Ariste Health
Johannesburg
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Reconciled bank statements with company records, identifying discrepancies and rectified them promptly for accurate financial reporting.
- Analysed financial discrepancies and irregularities, providing detailed reports to management for informed decision-making.
- Assisted in budget preparation by compiling historical financial data to support accurate forecasting of future financial trends and expenditures.
- Utilised accounting software to input data and generate reports, contributing to streamlined bookkeeping processes.
- Recorded journal entries in financial system to ensure accurate financial tracking.
- Managed cash handling and deposit processes following accounting standards.
Art Studio Assistant
Essentially Yours
Midrand
04.2014 - 09.2017
- Instructed children and adults in mosaic art techniques, fostering creativity and skill development.
- Set up equipment to ensure efficient art studio operations.
- Adhered to strict production schedules, performing tasks at precise times.
- Conducted inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels and organisation.
- Managed front desk, welcoming visitors and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, promoting products and ensuring satisfaction.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Interior decorating and design
SA College
South Afria01-2016
Certificate of Higher Education - Horticulture
Intec College
South Africa01-2007
Diploma of Higher Education - BCom General Management/BA Psychology
UNISA
South Africa01-2005
Certificate of Higher Education - Maths, Science, Management
Witbank Technical College
South Africa01-1999
GCSEs - Matric/Std 12/Grade 14
Greendale High School
South Africa01-1992
Skills
- Medication administration
- Care plan design
- Quality assurance
- Risk assessment
- Policy adherence
- Team supervision
- Performance monitoring
- Team development
- Employee training
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Coaching and mentoring
- Task delegation
- Operational planning
- Client support
- Patient interaction
- Record keeping
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Team building
- Performance evaluations
- Tolerance and patience
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Afrikaans
Advanced
C1
Certification
- First Aid certified
- Office Skills and Administration certified
- Diabetes Awareness certified
- Effective Stress and Anxiety Management certified
- Effective Communication Skills certified
- First Aid: Treating and Illness
- Care Assistant Training
- Palliative/ End of life care
- Baby Gym and Massage
- Autism and Disabilities
- Management Skills
- Financing the Business
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Statements
- Marketing
- Costing and Pricing
- Project Management
Interests
- I have been involved with philately and puzzle building since young Maths, numbers and finance is interesting I love people, assisting whether through volenteering or just ny natural passion, Arts and crafts has always been important t
Timeline
Team Leader
Sanctuary Care
10.2022 - 09.2024
Senior Carer
Kingswood Lodge Residential Care
11.2019 - 08.2022
Care Worker
Care@Home
06.2019 - 11.2019
Assistant Bookkeeper/Receptionist
Ariste Health
10.2017 - 12.2018
Art Studio Assistant
Essentially Yours
04.2014 - 09.2017
Diploma of Higher Education - Interior decorating and design
SA College
Certificate of Higher Education - Horticulture
Intec College
Diploma of Higher Education - BCom General Management/BA Psychology
UNISA
Certificate of Higher Education - Maths, Science, Management
Witbank Technical College
GCSEs - Matric/Std 12/Grade 14
Greendale High School