Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
Volunteer Experience
Timeline
Generic

BOLAJI ODUNAYO AFOLABI

Thamesmead,UK

Summary

Dedicated professional with expertise in health and social care, demonstrating compassion and empathy in providing personal care support. Proficient in Microsoft Office, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within teams. Skilled in elderly assistance, with a strong focus on health and safety awareness, emotional resilience, and respect for privacy and confidentiality. Committed to observing and reporting accurately while managing time efficiently. Career goals include advancing skills in healthcare management to enhance service delivery.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Consistently delivered high quality care in both hospital and in home settings especially with the elder through physically and emotional support

Compassionate and driven individual with strong communication and problem-solving skills, complemented by background in customer service and team collaboration. Demonstrates ability to adapt quickly and handle challenging situations with empathy and professionalism. Eager to contribute positively and make meaningful difference in health care assistant role.

Committed professional with focus on support and care in social work sector. Capable of enhancing individual well-being by providing tailored support, utilising skills in active listening, empathy, and problem-solving. Offering improved service delivery and client satisfaction through personalised care plans and effective communication.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Support worker

Amazin Care
London, City of London
2025.06 - Current
  • Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
  • Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
  • Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
  • Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
  • Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
  • Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
  • Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
  • Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
  • Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
  • Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
  • Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
  • Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
  • Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
  • Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
  • Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.

Volunteer

NHS Foundation Trust
London, City of London
2025.01 - Current
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.

Health care assistant/ Support Worker

Balm Solutions Agency
London, City of London
2023.06 - 2023.10
  • Prepared meals for patients, ensured balanced nutrition intake.
  • Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
  • Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patients to promote mobility improvement.
  • Enhanced healing process by changing wound dressings regularly.
  • Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
  • Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
  • Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
  • Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.

Mental Health Recovery Worker (Relief Worker)

Social Interest Group (SIG) Penrose Focus
London, United Kingdom
2023.12 - 2025.04
  • Managed caseload of four clients, specialising in successful community reintegration.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify mental health needs and develop tailored recovery plans.
  • Facilitated progression of two clients from high support to low support accommodation.
  • Coordinated appointments and provided essential emotional and psychological support in a non-judgmental environment.
  • Collaborated with patients to establish achievable recovery goals focusing on daily living skills and social integration.
  • Encouraged participation in community activities to foster meaningful support networks.
  • Monitored medication adherence alongside healthcare providers, addressing any concerns swiftly.

Care Worker (Volunteer)

Memorial Hospital
Lagos, Nigeria
2015.01 - 2016.10
  • Facilitated patient nourishment, enhancing compliance by 20% through regular feeding.
  • Monitored vital signs, achieving 100% thorough and timely evaluations.
  • Supported patients in advancing treatment plans, resulting in an 80% success rate.
  • Tracked and documented patient cases, reducing errors in medical records by 15%.
  • Delivered compassionate care, receiving 95% positive feedback from patients surveyed.
  • Committed to professional development through attendance at educational meetings and training opportunities.

Care Worker (Volunteer)

Akambi
Lagos, Nigeria
2015.01 - 2016.10
  • Regularly fed patients to facilitate nourishment, leading to a 20% increase in compliance.
  • Accurately monitored vital signs, ensuring complete evaluations for all patients.
  • Documentation efficiency improved, resulting in a 15% reduction in medical record errors.
  • Successfully supported treatment plans, achieving an 80% rate of exceeding weekly goals.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and compassion, garnering 95% positive feedback from surveys.
  • Pursued continuous education through training opportunities and meetings on latest care practices.

Employment Gap
2001.01 - 2014.12
  • Took on the valuable and rewarding role of raising my child as a mother. During this time, I also pursued a passion for teaching children at different private schools. In addition, I worked at a Bank as a teller and gained valuable skills in time management, organization, and communication, as well as a deep understanding of child development which served as transferable skills and contributed greatly to my expertise as a care worker.

Education

National Diploma (ND) -

Osun State College of Technology

Senior Secondary School Certificate -

Saint Anne's School

Skills

  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Health and social care expertise
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Communication skills
  • Personal care support
  • Team collaboration
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Emotional resilience
  • Time management
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Respect for privacy and confidentiality
  • Observation and reporting
  • Elderly assistance proficiency

Certification

  • Care Certificate Based on the standard set by Health education England, Skills for Care and Skills for Health November 2025
  • Medication Administration level 1-3 (2025)
  • Health and Social Care Mandatory Training Certificate
  • Medical Assistant (Intern) BOC Gases
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Assisted with the maintenance of medical apparatus, including cleaning and sterilization procedures.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals and suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of equipment for patient care.
  • Maintained inventory and tracked usage of equipment to ensure proper utilization and identify potential areas for improvement.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • 06/2023 Mandatory Refresher Training http://www.trainingatease.co.uk training@ease22.org
  • 07/2023 Caring for someone with Epilepsy e-learning course by Florence Academy Understanding learning disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Disorder Medication Administration
  • 12/2022 Certificate of Completion in Care Florence Academy Modules include; Understanding Your Role Duty of Care Safeguarding Adults
  • Safeguarding Children Health and Safety Communication Infection Prevention and Control Privacy and Dignity Equality and Diversity Working in Person Centred Way Handing Information Basic Life Support Personal Development Fluid and Nutrition Awareness of Mental Health

Languages

English
Fluent
Yoruba
Native

References

References available upon request.

Volunteer Experience

  • Memorial Hospital, Care Worker (Volunteer), Lagos, Nigeria, 2015-01, 2016-10, Facilitated patient nourishment by regularly feeding sick and discouraged patients, resulting in a 20% increase in patient compliance., Contributed to the efficient tracking and documentation of patient cases, resulting in a 15% reduction in errors in medical records., Assisted in actively supporting patients in their treatment plan advancement, achieving an 80% success rate in patients exceeding their weekly goals., Monitored patients' well-being through accurate measurement of their vital signs, resulting in 100% thorough and timely patient evaluations., Displayed compassionate patient care and professionalism, resulting in 95% positive feedback from surveyed patients., Demonstrated dedication to ongoing learning and growth by attending educational meetings and training opportunities and maintaining up-to-date information on the latest trends in care practices.
  • Internal Displaced Camp, Care Worker, Increased social skills and independence of individuals with special needs by providing effective support and guidance resulting in a 25% improvement in social skills and a 30% boost in self-reliance., Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support patients' nutritional needs., Provided exceptional mental and physical support to clients which led to a 20% increase in quality-of-life metrics and a 15% rise in sustaining needs., Maintained confidentiality and privacy to protect individuals' rights and well-being., Focused on delivering emotional support and companionship to clients leading to the establishment of strong relationships which reduced client loneliness by 50%., Kept complete and accurate records, documenting care and patient progress.

Timeline

Support worker

Amazin Care
2025.06 - Current

Volunteer

NHS Foundation Trust
2025.01 - Current

Mental Health Recovery Worker (Relief Worker)

Social Interest Group (SIG) Penrose Focus
2023.12 - 2025.04

Health care assistant/ Support Worker

Balm Solutions Agency
2023.06 - 2023.10

Care Worker (Volunteer)

Memorial Hospital
2015.01 - 2016.10

Care Worker (Volunteer)

Akambi
2015.01 - 2016.10

Employment Gap
2001.01 - 2014.12

National Diploma (ND) -

Osun State College of Technology

Senior Secondary School Certificate -

Saint Anne's School
BOLAJI ODUNAYO AFOLABI