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Ana Paula Russo

Huntingdon,Cambridgeshire

Summary

Results-driven professional with proactive approach to leadership and team development. Demonstrates strong organisational skills and exceptional communication abilities. Committed to driving operational success and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Offering strong leadership and communication skills, along with solid foundation in team management and customer service. Knowledgeable about sales strategies and operational efficiency, with focus on driving business growth. Ready to use and develop problem-solving, time management, and strategic planning.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Branch manager

Oath Healthcare
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2025.10 - Current
  • Improved branch productivity by implementing efficient work schedules.
  • Oversaw recruitment process, ensuring selection of competent staff members.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for continuous employee development.
  • Liaised with clients, resulting in strong relationships and repeat business.
  • Led team meetings to foster communication and collaboration.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, maintaining ethical standards.
  • Coordinated with other branches for seamless service delivery.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of the branch.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly, maintaining company's reputation.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.

Branch administrator

Oath Healthcare
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2025.01 - 2025.10
  • Managed databases to maintain accurate client information.
  • Organised staff schedules, resulting in improved productivity.
  • Reviewed and updated company policies for maintaining up-to-date practices.
  • Coordinated meetings and events for smoother operations.
  • Provided support to branch management, enhancing operational workflow.
  • Improved office efficiency by implementing streamlined administrative processes.
  • Created presentations using PowerPoint to facilitate effective meetings.
  • Ensured smooth communication with other branches by acting as a liaison.
  • Handled incoming calls and queries, improving customer satisfaction levels.
  • Provided training to new staff members to increase their competency levels quickly.
  • Developed positive customer relationships for enhanced business reputation.
  • Handled sensitive information confidentially-maintained trust within the workplace.
  • Maintained detailed records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Care Coordinator

1st Healthcare Group
Ramsey, Cambridgeshire
2024.07 - 2024.12

- Supervised and managed care staff, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Coordinated staff schedules, including rotas and payroll.
- Conducted client assessments and developed tailored care plans.
- Delivered staff training and organized professional development sessions.
- Acted as the first point of contact for problem-solving and crisis management.
- Oversaw finance-related tasks, including budget management.

Care Coordinator

Reliance Care Services
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2023.08 - 2024.07

- Managed care staff schedules and assignments.
- Provided direct care services to clients as needed.
- Organized and facilitated meetings to address client and staff concerns.

  • Reviewed care plan effectiveness, liaising with clients and direct care providers to identify and address performance issues.
  • Administered schedule and rota coordination for care workers, utilising [Software].
  • Met with clients and families to provide orientation, evaluation and education on treatments process, procedures and medications.
  • Demonstrated compassion, understanding and good listening skills to enable effective communication with patients, families and care providers.
  • Provided thorough patient education to facilitate smooth transition of clients from hospital to home care.
  • Trained and mentored care staff to provide service in compliance with current health and safety legislation and CQC standards.
  • Negotiated with service providers to secure cost-effective solutions for patient care.
  • Supervised administrative tasks, including patient records management and data entry.
  • Referred clients to various community resources for additional support with housing, transport or childcare.
  • Supervised social work students in clinical activities, advising on strategies, answering questions and correcting errors.

Service Quality Coordinator

Reliance Care Services
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2022.08 - 2023.08
  • Supervised and managed care staff, ensuring high-quality service delivery
  • Coordinated staff schedules, including rotas and payroll
  • Conducted client assessments and developed tailored care plans
  • Delivered staff training and organized professional development sessions
  • Acted as the first point of contact for problem-solving and crisis management
  • Oversaw finance-related tasks, including budget management
  • Supervised and managed care staff, ensuring high-quality service delivery
  • Coordinated staff schedules, including rotas and payroll
  • Conducted client assessments and developed tailored care plans
  • Delivered staff training and organized professional development sessions
  • Acted as the first point of contact for problem-solving and crisis management
  • Oversaw finance-related tasks, including budget management
  • Supervisions to the members of staff
  • Meetings with social services
  • Meetings with family members and clients

Administrative Assistant

Reliance Care Services
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2021.09 - 2022.08
  • Proofread documents and correspondence to ensure accuracy and professionalism in external communications.
  • Implemented filing system upgrades, transitioning to electronic document management to enhance accessibility and reduce waste.
  • Maintained comprehensive filing systems, both digital and paper-based, for easy retrieval of documents.
  • Scheduled and prepared for board meetings, including preparing agendas and taking minutes.
  • Monitored office supplies inventory, placing orders to avoid shortages and maintain operational flow.
  • Prepared and edited correspondence, reports, and presentations to support executive communication.
  • Liaised with clients and suppliers, fostering positive relationships and facilitating smooth operations.
  • Managed diary for senior staff, scheduling meetings and appointments to maximise efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented new administrative systems, improving efficiency and productivity across the team.
  • Compiled and submitted reports detailing departmental performances and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Assisted in budget preparation and monitoring, contributing to financial stewardship within the department.
  • Provided support to human resources, assisting with recruitment processes and maintaining employee records.
  • Organised company events, from venue selection to on-the-day coordination, enhancing team morale.
  • Processed expense claims and invoices, ensuring accurate financial records and timely payments.
  • Handled photocopying documents, updating files and faxing communications for staff.
  • Facilitated inter-departmental communication, acting as a key point of contact to streamline processes.
  • Handled incoming calls and emails, providing prompt responses or directing queries to appropriate departments.
  • Scanned new documentation into system and classified data using standard codes.
  • Processed large amounts of data and independently resolved discrepancies.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer information, direct callers and take messages.

Support Worker

Aurora Meldreth Manor Children's Home
Royston
2019.10 - 2021.08
  • Provided tailored support to children with special needs in a residential setting
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement care plans
  • Maintained a safe and supportive environment for children
  • Assessing the practical and emotional needs of clients and drawing up appropriate care plans
  • Providing emotional support by talking to clients and listening to their problems and concerns
  • Assisting with domestic tasks such as cooking, cleaning, washing and shopping
  • Training clients in life skills
  • Helping clients budget and handle money
  • Helping clients participate in leisure activities
  • Advising clients on practical issues
  • Helping clients apply for disability grants and other financial benefits
  • Making case notes and completing appropriate log books
  • Attending meetings and training courses with colleagues

Manager

QuickTransportes LTD
Seixal, Portugal
2019.01 - 2019.09
  • Oversaw daily operations of the transport company, ensuring efficiency and productivity
  • Managed staff and coordinated logistics to meet client demands
  • Resolved operational issues and maintained strong client relationships

Psychologist

Fundacao Champagnat
Tires, Portugal
2017.01 - 2019.01
  • Trained new staff during induction and ongoing professional development
  • Conducted client visits to ensure service quality and compliance with standards
  • Supervised staff and conducted regular performance reviews
  • Coordinated payroll and maintained accurate financial records
  • Collaborated with social workers and other stakeholders in meetings
  • Ensured compliance with regulations through audits and quality control measures
  • Supported daily administrative operations, including record management
  • Assisted in payroll processing and scheduling
  • Communicated effectively with staff, clients, and external partners

Education

Master's degree - Forensic Psychology

University Lusofona
Lisbon

Bachelor's degree - Psychology

university Lusofona
Lisbon
2014.09 - 2017.06

NVQ Level 5 - Adult Social Care

Level 5 Leader in Adult Care
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2025.07 -

Skills

  • Psychological support
  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Emotional support
  • Behavioral support
  • Research and analysis
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Mental health assistance
  • Psychological theory application
  • Comprehensive note-taking
  • Advising
  • Ethical practice
  • Continuing professional development
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Adaptability
  • Administration
  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Business analysis
  • Caring
  • Calm demeanor
  • Communication skills
  • Commitment
  • Computer literacy
  • Confidence
  • Critical thinking
  • Creativity
  • Retail knowledge
  • Hardworking
  • Multitasking
  • Strong work ethic
  • Fast learner
  • Meeting expectations
  • Marketing
  • Teamwork skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Flexible worker
  • Confident
  • Customer relationship management systems
  • Ethical leadership
  • Corporate governance
  • Budget control
  • Persuasive communication
  • Staff mentoring
  • Staff recruitment
  • Compliance auditing
  • Employee training
  • Change implementation
  • Performance metrics
  • Sales techniques
  • Leadership expertise

Certification

  • Fire warden, 03/01/24, Reliance Care Services
  • First aid training, 03/01/24, Reliance Care Services

Languages

French
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish

Personal Information

Driving Licence: Full driving license

References

References available on request

Hobbies and Interests

  • Baking
  • Board games
  • Cinema
  • Dancing
  • DIY
  • Films
  • cinema
  • Baking
  • travel

Timeline

Branch manager

Oath Healthcare
2025.10 - Current

NVQ Level 5 - Adult Social Care

Level 5 Leader in Adult Care
2025.07 -

Branch administrator

Oath Healthcare
2025.01 - 2025.10

Care Coordinator

1st Healthcare Group
2024.07 - 2024.12

Care Coordinator

Reliance Care Services
2023.08 - 2024.07

Service Quality Coordinator

Reliance Care Services
2022.08 - 2023.08

Administrative Assistant

Reliance Care Services
2021.09 - 2022.08

Support Worker

Aurora Meldreth Manor Children's Home
2019.10 - 2021.08

Manager

QuickTransportes LTD
2019.01 - 2019.09

Psychologist

Fundacao Champagnat
2017.01 - 2019.01

Bachelor's degree - Psychology

university Lusofona
2014.09 - 2017.06

Master's degree - Forensic Psychology

University Lusofona
Ana Paula Russo