Ayomide Lawal
Nottingham,East Midlands
Summary
Experienced, dedicated and compassionate Care Team Leader with over four years of delivering high-quality, person-centred care across diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in providing high quality person-centred care, coordinating daily care operations, supervising care teams, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory and organisational standards. Proficient in supporting residents with daily living tasks, monitoring vital signs, and providing empathetic support to both residents and their families. Strong in mentoring and developing staff, conducting care reviews, delegating responsibilities effectively, and maintaining a safe, dignified, and nurturing environment. Recognised for clear communication, strong leadership, and a proactive, solution-oriented approach. Committed to enhancing resident wellbeing, improving team performance, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to drive exceptional care outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and dedicated to continuous professional growth.
Currently working as a team leader at Southfield court care home and also working as a bank staff at Astley Grange Nursing Home. Holds a Level 3 Diploma in Health & social care and currently undertaking my training on NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Adult care. Passionate about delivering compassionate care, supporting health care professionals and prompting positive outcomes for individuals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader
Southfield Care Home
12.2024 - Current
- Lead and supervise a team of care assistants to deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with CQC standards.
- Allocate daily duties, coordinate shift handovers, and ensure consistent communication across the care team.
- Support care plan development by assessing residents' needs, monitoring changes, and updating documentation accurately.
- Assist with personal care, mobility, meal support, and daily living activities while promoting dignity, independence, and choice.
- Administer medication safely (where trained and authorised), complete MAR charts, and report discrepancies promptly.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of care notes, incident reports, risk assessments, and other required documentation.
- Maintain compliance with infection control, safeguarding, health and safety, and manual handling procedures.
- Provide coaching, mentorship, and induction support to new staff members, ensuring professional standards are met.
- Act as the first point of contact for families, healthcare professionals, and external stakeholders, addressing concerns and escalating issues when needed.
- Support the Nurse-in-Charge/Manager with shift coordination, audits, rota management, and overall service quality.
- Promote residents' emotional, social, and psychological well-being through engagement, activities, and personalised support.
Bank Healthcare Assistant
Astley Grange Nursing Home
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
01.2025 - 06.2026
- Provided quality personal care, such as dressing and bathing, while maintaining respect and sensitivity.
- Documented care provided, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records were kept.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic environment in patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported patients with nutrition and hydration needs, ensuring they received appropriate meals and assisting with feeding when necessary.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst elderly clients.
- Engaged in respectful communication, respecting the dignity of those in care.
- Participated in training sessions, continuously improving care techniques and knowledge.
- Completed regular checks on patient vitals, condition and recovery.
- Recorded vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, contributing to patient health monitoring.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care services.
- Utilised patient handling equipment safely and effectively, reducing the risk of injury to patients and staff.
Health Care Assistant
Constant Health Care
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients' physical and emotional well-being, documenting changes and alerting healthcare managers to ensure proactive care planning and timely interventions.
- Supported patient mobility and safety, adhering strictly to manual handling procedures and regulations to minimize risks and ensure comfort, especially for clients with limited physical abilities.
- Facilitated client-centered daily routines, coordinating appointments, transportation, and social outings with a focus on promoting autonomy and enhancing each individual's overall quality of life.
- Provided personal care, including assistance with bathing, grooming, and toileting, with utmost respect and attentiveness, ensuring patients' comfort, dignity, and hygiene.
- Administered prescribed medications accurately and responsibly, following all dosage guidelines, recording administration details meticulously, and alerting supervisors to potential adverse reactions.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, recording data precisely in patient records, and communicating any concerning trends to the medical team promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, disinfecting rooms, changing linens, and implementing infection control measures to prevent contamination and promote a healthy setting.
- Encouraged and organized patient participation in recreational and therapeutic activities, fostering a sense of community, mental stimulation, and emotional well-being.
Healthcare Assistant
Aster DM Healthcare(Recruitment Agency)
, Osun
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided essential personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, ensuring patients' comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being at all times.
- Regularly monitored and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, and temperature, providing accurate data to support the medical team's individualized care plans.
- Supported nursing staff by carefully preparing and distributing medications, verifying each dose to uphold safety and precise treatment regimens.
- Assisted patients with limited mobility in performing therapeutic exercises, maintaining a safe environment while supporting physical rehabilitation goals.
- Offered compassionate, one-on-one support by listening to patients' concerns, fostering a nurturing atmosphere that encouraged emotional well-being.
- Performed basic wound care and dressing changes with strict adherence to hygiene protocols, under licensed nurses' guidance to prevent infection.
- Coordinated patient transportation for medical appointments and activities, ensuring comfort, punctuality, and safety throughout each journey.
- Kept patient rooms and communal areas consistently clean, organized, and sanitized, maintaining hygiene standards and supporting a welcoming care environment.
Care Assistant
Private Clients
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming, with a compassionate approach that preserved dignity and enhanced daily comfort.
- Encouraged participation in meaningful activities, such as social gatherings and hobbies, to enhance emotional and psychological well-being, reducing social isolation and fostering positive mental health.
- Delivered toileting support to clients with mobility limitations, employing safe handling techniques to ensure comfort and uphold each client's dignity at all times.
- Managed weekly grocery shopping and errands within budget, focusing on clients' dietary preferences and nutritional needs to promote balanced, healthy living.
- Observed and recorded clients' physical and mental health conditions, promptly reporting any changes or concerns to healthcare providers to ensure timely medical attention.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of clients' living spaces, applying infection control measures rigorously to reduce the risk of illness and maintain hygiene standards.
- Administered medications according to healthcare instructions, closely monitoring for adverse effects and maintaining detailed logs to support health compliance and safety.
- Implemented dietary plans as prescribed, preparing and organizing meals that align with nutritional guidelines, promoting clients' health and wellness.
Administrative Assistant
Male Integrated Science
Abuja
05.2015 - 10.2018
- Coordinated and maintained scheduling, travel arrangements, and expense reports for senior staff, ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations and adherence to timelines.
- Served as primary point of contact for interdepartmental communication, managing correspondence and inquiries with accuracy and professionalism.
- Streamlined office processes through efficient organisation and task delegation, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing operational costs.
- Managed electronic and paper filing systems, improving record accessibility and security, and ensuring all records were stored in compliance with confidentiality requirements.
- Organized and archived records, applying categorization systems that enhanced retrieval speed and ensured compliance with documentation standards.
- Monitored and ordered office supplies, maintaining inventory to ensure uninterrupted office function and cost management.
- Assisted in budget preparation by tracking expenses and compiling reports, contributing to improved budgeting accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (Distinction) - Agricultural Science
Ladoke Akintola University
Osogbo, Oyo, Nigeria03-2015
West African Senior School Certificate Examination - GCSE
Bisola College
Nigeria01-2008
Skills
- Privacy And Dignity
- Work In A Person Centred Way
- Basic Life Support
- Time Management
- Compassionate and patient caregiver
- Elderly care
- Building relationships
- Stress Management
- Nutrition and Hydration Support
- Mobility Assistance
- Toileting assistance
- First Aid/CPR
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Equality and Diversity
- Health and Safety
- Fluids And Nutrition
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Knowledge of common medical conditions and medications
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Disability Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Moving & Manual Handling
- Wound Care Management
- Personal hygiene assistance
- End-of-Life Care
- Care Docs / PCS
- Safeguarding Adults
- Infection Control Practices
- Personal care
- Documentation management
- Health Education
- Dignity and Privacy
- Microsoft Office Suite Tools
- Domiciliary care
- Proficient in providing personal care and assistance
- Emotional and Psychological Support
- Medication administration
- Team supervision
- Shift coordination
- Care plan development
Certification
- Health and Social Care Certificate level 3- NVQ (Distinction), Qualifi
- Medication Administration and Management, Connect Institute
- CPD: Diploma in Health and Social care (distinction), IOMH-Reeds.co.uk
- CPD: Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (Distinction), Simplecare Training Academy
- Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care, IOMH
- Duty of Care, IOMH
- Work In A Person Centred Way, IOMH
- Awareness Of Mental Health, Dementia And Learning Disability, IOMH
- Safeguarding Children, IOMH
- Handling information, IOMH
Custom
- Reading
- Travelling
- Exercise
- Live in care
- Dancing
- Volunteer
Timeline
Bank Healthcare Assistant
Astley Grange Nursing Home
01.2025 - 06.2026
Team Leader
Southfield Care Home
12.2024 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Constant Health Care
03.2023 - 12.2024
Healthcare Assistant
Aster DM Healthcare(Recruitment Agency)
02.2022 - 02.2023
Care Assistant
Private Clients
01.2021 - 02.2022
Administrative Assistant
Male Integrated Science
05.2015 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Technology (Distinction) - Agricultural Science
Ladoke Akintola University
West African Senior School Certificate Examination - GCSE
Bisola College