Bonita Benjamin Fernandes
Leicester,United Kingdom
Summary
Highly organised and proactive professional with combined frontline care and mentoring experience, bringing strong interpersonal, written communication, and analytical skills developed across care and academic settings. Experienced in working effectively within high-pressure environments, managing sensitive information, and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes. Through a Bachelor of Science in Medical Physiology, developed strong data interpretation, critical thinking, and research skills, with the ability to produce clear, evidence-based analysis and recommendations. Recognised for attention to detail, reliability, and contributing positively within team environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Residential support worker (Young people)
Inspirations Leicester Limited
Leicester
2023.11 - 2026.02
- Build trusting relationships with young people, acting as positive role model to provide consistent emotional, practical and behavioural support using trauma-informed training
- Work collaboratively with wider care teams such as senior staff, social workers, and external professionals to support care plans and update risk assessment
- Maintain accurate, detailed and timely daily logs, incident reports, care plan documents, and email communications according to safeguarding standards to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
- Key Worker for allocated young people, holding responsibility for their individual care, wellbeing, and progress, including writing therapeutic monthly reports and reviewing and updating paperwork
- Attended and contributed to care review meetings, professionals’ meetings, and multi-agency discussions with social workers and managers.
- Led staff coordination and duty assignments to ensure home safety during management's absence
Home Care Assistant
Fosse Healthcare
Leicester
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Assisted service users with day-to-day activities, such as meal preparation, shopping, and personal care
- Followed safety regulations and infection control protocols at all times with correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Assisted with patient mobility and transfers, including helping patients in and out of beds, chairs, and wheelchairs using manual handling equipment, including Hoists and Rotundas
- Administered medications accurately, according to instructions on electronic medication administration record (e-Mar)
- Monitored and documented completion of activities and concerns regarding health and welfare
- Developed strong relationships with patients, families and other care staff, providing emotional and psychological support when required
- Maintained effective communication with awareness of any learning, hearing and speech difficulties
- Attended regular supervisions and meetings with senior staff for continuous personal development and feedback
Education
Higher National Diploma - Level 3 Residential Childcare
Highfield Qualifications
Leicester 2023.11 - 2025.11
Bachelor of Science - Medical Physiology
University of Leicester
Leicester 2020.09 - 2023.06
A-Levels - English Literature, Geography and Biology
English Martyrs Catholic School
Leicester 2018.09 - 2020.09
GCSEs - 10 GCSEs
English Martyrs Catholic School
Leicester 2013.09 - 2018.09
Skills
- Record keeping accuracy
- Resilience under stress
- Trauma-Informed care understanding
- Problem-solving
- Communication and Liaisoning
Languages
Hindi
Intermediate
Gujarati
Intermediate
Accomplishments
- ASDAN (Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network) For completing 30 hours of volunteering at Leicester Royal Infirmary
- Student of the year At Spark Academy Tuition Centre, Leicester for my dedication towards my studies
Affiliations
- Spending time with family, Reading & creative writing, Cooking & hosting, Art & Photography
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Higher National Diploma - Level 3 Residential Childcare
Highfield Qualifications
2023.11 - 2025.11
Residential support worker (Young people)
Inspirations Leicester Limited
2023.11 - 2026.02
Home Care Assistant
Fosse Healthcare
2022.01 - 2023.01
Bachelor of Science - Medical Physiology
University of Leicester
2020.09 - 2023.06
A-Levels - English Literature, Geography and Biology
English Martyrs Catholic School
2018.09 - 2020.09
GCSEs - 10 GCSEs
English Martyrs Catholic School
2013.09 - 2018.09