Carol Chambers
Nottingham,Nottinghamshire
Summary
An experienced and empathetic Behaviour Mentor with over 20 years of combined expertise in education, and social care. Skilled in supporting students with diverse needs through dedicated mentorship and tailored educational strategies. Strong communicator with a proven record of helping young individuals in challenging situations to progress positively in their personal and academic lives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Behaviour Mentor
Career Teachers
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2022.09 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality to create a safe and supportive space for open dialogue and growth.
- Encouraged mentees to set SMART goals, providing support and accountability to help achieve objectives.
- Guided clients in goal-setting techniques to support ongoing progress after program completion.
- Provided constructive feedback and guidance, challenging mentees to expand their perspectives and reach their full potential.
Student Adviser, Nursing and Social Work Departm
Open University
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2022.04 - 2022.08
- Exercised sound judgment and discretion when dealing with sensitive client information.
- Offered ongoing client support, answering questions, addressing concerns, and adapting strategies as circumstances changed.
- Conducted thorough analyses of clients' situations to develop personalized and actionable recommendations.
- Helped to navigate complex challenges to achieve client objectives.
SEN Assistant/Supply Teacher
Connex Education Partnership
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2020.01 - 2022.04
- Upheld school mission and values with positive behaviour modelling.
- Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
- Supervised students during break periods and meals to address safety or behavioural issues.
- Managed student behaviour through appropriate disciplinary measures, promoting self-governance to minimise future incidents.
Preschool Teacher
Sparkles Preschool
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2018.09 - 2019.12
- Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
- Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
- Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
- Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
- Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
- Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
Assistant Youth Manager
WycarLee Youth Residential Home
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2015.05 - 2018.08
- Managed staffing schedules for high numbers of employees, delivering operational efficiency whilst remaining under budget.
- Developed strong teams by skilfully recruiting, orienting and training loyal, hard-working employees.
- Conducted audits and risk assessments to achieve regulatory compliance.
- Applied expertise in team leadership to address productivity and performance issues, motivating staff to achieve KPIs.
- Upskilled staff through targeted training opportunities, enhancing team capabilities.
- Planned and managed resources and budget to support and deliver objectives.
Senior Youth Mental Health Worker
Choice Support
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
2008.09 - 2015.04
- Applied methodology in therapeutic interventions.
- Met with clients weekly.
- Monitored patients' conditions, taking pulses and weights.
- Provided timely intake, assessment, and appropriate intervention to clients experiencing crises.
- Observed and evaluated patients to detect changes in behaviour or abnormalities.
- Performed crisis interventions in emergency cases.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to design treatment plans.
- Administered medication and treatment for patients.
- Maintained confidentiality of clients' information.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal and treatment-related goals.
Mental Health Behaviour Support Worker
Ronak Homes
London, London
2002.12 - 2008.08
- Listened to clients' current struggles to signpost relevant support.
- Offered practical daily living advice, including financial planning, housing support and legal guidance.
- Established and maintained working relationships with clients based on trust and non-judgement.
- Collaborated with external support providers to maintain good care continuity.
- Supported clients with rehabilitation and socialisation in community settings.
- Highlighted additional support provisions to maximise clients' growth opportunities.
- Reported on clients' progress to evaluate service impact.
- Liaised with external and internal professionals to provide holistic support.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Social Work and Social Policy
University of Nottingham
Nottingham, UK 2009.10 - 2012.05
Certificate of Higher Education - Understanding Autism, Asperger’s & ADHD
University of Derby
Derby, UK 2017.09 - 2018.05
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Counselling (incomplete)
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, UK 2020.09 - 2021.05
Certificate of Higher Education - Speech Therapy and SEN Teaching
One Education
Nottingham, UK 2019.09 - 2020.05
Skills
- Social integration
- Programme development and management
- Behaviour management
- Support plan development
- Student progress reporting
- Child Safeguarding
- Reflective practice
- Group instruction
- Student counselling
- Student mentoring
Volunteer
I started a weekly local food bank to help refugee families in my local area.
I enjoy watching a good documentary with my family.
A great lover of football and cricket,
Enjoys gardening and cooking.
Visit the gym three times per week.
Timeline
Behaviour Mentor
Career Teachers
2022.09 - Current
Student Adviser, Nursing and Social Work Departm
Open University
2022.04 - 2022.08
Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Counselling (incomplete)
Nottingham Trent University
2020.09 - 2021.05
SEN Assistant/Supply Teacher
Connex Education Partnership
2020.01 - 2022.04
Certificate of Higher Education - Speech Therapy and SEN Teaching
One Education
2019.09 - 2020.05
Preschool Teacher
Sparkles Preschool
2018.09 - 2019.12
Certificate of Higher Education - Understanding Autism, Asperger’s & ADHD
University of Derby
2017.09 - 2018.05
Assistant Youth Manager
WycarLee Youth Residential Home
2015.05 - 2018.08
Higher National Diploma - Social Work and Social Policy
University of Nottingham
2009.10 - 2012.05
Senior Youth Mental Health Worker
Choice Support
2008.09 - 2015.04
Mental Health Behaviour Support Worker
Ronak Homes
2002.12 - 2008.08