Amy Reid
Edinburgh,United Kingdom
Summary
A motivated and compassionate individual currently studying an undergraduate degree in Learning in Communities at Edinburgh University, with strong experience in care work and supporting others. I am keen to continue working part-time in the care sector alongside my studies, applying my skills to make a positive difference in people's lives
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Care assistant
My Life Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
- Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
- Ran personal errands for clients and transported individuals to social gatherings.
- Planned client meal plans, shopped for ingredients and cooked meals.
- Accompanied clients to important appointments.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
Hairdressing assistant (work experience)
Salon Sixty One
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
10.2018 - 11.2018
- Upheld high standard of hygiene by regularly sanitising tools and workstations.
- Prepared clients for haircutting or styling with thorough combing and sectioning off hair.
- Processed and recorded customer payments accurately.
- Booked customer appointments using online booking systems.
- Contributed to positive team atmosphere through open communication and collaboration.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Learning In Communities
The University of Edinburgh
09.2025 -
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Working In Communities
Edinburgh College
08.2024 - 06.2025
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Social Science
Edinburgh College
08.2022 - 06.2023
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Social Services level 5/6
Edinburgh College
08.2023 - 06.2024
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Communication
- Team work and collaboration
- Adaptability
- Organised
- Reliable
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Learning In Communities
The University of Edinburgh
09.2025 -
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Working In Communities
Edinburgh College
08.2024 - 06.2025
Care assistant
My Life Edinburgh
01.2024 - Current
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Social Services level 5/6
Edinburgh College
08.2023 - 06.2024
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Social Science
Edinburgh College
08.2022 - 06.2023
Hairdressing assistant (work experience)
Salon Sixty One
10.2018 - 11.2018
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