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Binuri Mathota Arachchi

Carterton,Oxfordshire

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated final year Psychology undergraduate with hands-on experience supporting children and vulnerable adults in educational, healthcare, and community settings. Skilled in building trusting relationships, promoting wellbeing, and supporting diverse learning needs through patient and empathetic approaches. Experience includes working as a primary school reading helper, a befriender in a dementia care home, and an NHS wellbeing volunteer facilitating mindful walking sessions. Trained in Mental Health First Aid, with a solid understanding of developmental psychology and mental health conditions. Committed to creating inclusive, supportive environments where individuals feel safe, valued, and able to reach their full potential.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Befriender (Volunteer)

The Homestead Dementia care home
Carterton, Oxfordshire
2026.03 - Current

Engaged residents in meaningful activities, including conversation, games, and music (e.g. playing the piano), to promote wellbeing and cognitive stimulation.

Adapted communication styles to meet the needs of individuals with dementia, demonstrating patience and empathy.

Built trusting relationships with residents, contributing to a supportive and person-centred environment.

ArCh Volunteer

Edith Moorhouse Primary School
Carterton, Oxfordshire
2025.11 - Current

Supported primary school pupils in developing reading skills through structured one-to-one sessions.

Fostered confidence and engagement in learning by providing encouragement and positive reinforcement.

Adapted support strategies to meet individual learning needs, demonstrating patience and understanding.

Mental health and wellbeing Volunteer

NHS Trust
Witney, Oxfordshire
2025.10 - Current

Supported individuals with mental health challenges through the delivery of group-based mindful walking activities.

Worked alongside staff to implement tailored wellbeing programmes promoting emotional and social development.

Built positive relationships with participants, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment

Customer Service Assistant

Our Coop
Carterton, Oxfordshire
2023.11 - Current

Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced retail environment, consistently working effectively under pressure.

Recognised for outstanding performance through multiple “WOW” awards for excellent customer service.

Awarded Colleague of the Month on several occasions in recognition of reliability, professionalism, and strong work ethic.

Secteray of German Circle

Musaeus College
Colombo, Sri Lanka
2019.01 - 2020.12

Volunteered as the secretary of the school German circle supporting younger students in learning German through interactive sessions and peer-led activities.

Took on administrative responsibilities including organising meetings, maintaining group materials, and supporting event planning.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Oxford Brookes University
Oxford
2023.09 - 2026.05

A-Levels - Biology, Physics, Chemistry

Musaeus College
Sri Lanka
2019.01 - 2022.02

O-Levels - English, Maths, Science, History, Music, German, Tamil, Sinhala, Health science, Religion

Musaeus College
Sri Lanka
2017.01 - 2018.12

Skills

  • Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certified
  • Knowledge of social and developmental psychology, and mental health conditions
  • Experience supporting literacy development in primary education
  • Safeguarding awareness and provision of emotional support
  • Calm under pressure with strong observational skills

Certification

  • Safeguarding Children (Level 1: Introduction to Safeguarding) – Oxfordshire Safeguarding Children Partnership, 2024–2025 (E-learning)
  • Safeguarding Children (Level 2: Awareness of Child Abuse and Neglect) – Oxfordshire Safeguarding Children Partnership, 2024–2025 (E-learning)
  • Prevent Duty Awareness Course, July 2025 – HM Government (E-learning)
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid course (MHFA England , 2026)

Timeline

Befriender (Volunteer)

The Homestead Dementia care home
2026.03 - Current

ArCh Volunteer

Edith Moorhouse Primary School
2025.11 - Current

Mental health and wellbeing Volunteer

NHS Trust
2025.10 - Current

Customer Service Assistant

Our Coop
2023.11 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Oxford Brookes University
2023.09 - 2026.05

Secteray of German Circle

Musaeus College
2019.01 - 2020.12

A-Levels - Biology, Physics, Chemistry

Musaeus College
2019.01 - 2022.02

O-Levels - English, Maths, Science, History, Music, German, Tamil, Sinhala, Health science, Religion

Musaeus College
2017.01 - 2018.12
Binuri Mathota Arachchi