Caroline Melmoth
Rhondda Cynon Taf,CF44 6AB
Summary
Compassionate Support Worker experienced in providing care for disabled individuals and elderly populations. Enhanced resident well-being through tailored care plans and meaningful relationship-building, contributing to improved engagement and quality of life. Committed to maintaining dignity and safeguarding rights of vulnerable adults through person-centred practices and strong ethical judgement.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
40
40
years of professional experience
Work history
Support worker (Older adults in care)
M and D Care
Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil
04.2026 - Current
- Participated in staff training sessions to enhance knowledge of best practices in elderly care.
- Liaised with other members of the support team to ensure consistency in care provision.
- Helped residents maintain independence through personalised assistance with personal tasks.
- Provided emotional support for elderly individuals, fostering a sense of security and companionship.
- Ensured cleanliness and hygiene standards met in all residential areas, providing a healthy environment for inhabitants.
- Facilitated social activities for residents, promoting engagement and mental stimulation.
- Enabled improved mobility for residents through physical support and encouragement.
- Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
- De-escalated potentially harmful situations calmly and effectively whilst ensuring resident wellbeing.
- Encouraged participation in therapeutic activities by creating an inviting atmosphere.
- Assisted older adults with daily care activities to improve their quality of life.
- Maintained accurate records of individuals' conditions and behaviours, supporting effective care planning and continuity.
- Monitored health status of elderly patients regularly, promptly reporting any issues to the medical staff.
- Fostered positive relationships with families and friends of residents, enhancing community ties.
- Collaborated closely with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Enhanced safety within the facility by promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Upheld dignity and respect at all times when assisting older adults with personal tasks such as bathing or dressing.
- Adopted person-centred approach in all aspects of care-giving.
- Provided patients with opportunities for social activities, maintaining well-rounded care offerings and enhancing mental wellbeing.
- Created balanced meal options to enhance clients' overall health. to uplift clients and meet dietary requirements.
- Worked collaboratively with other support workers to maintain holistic care for clients.
- Administered medication to safeguard health and wellbeing.
- Administered oral and topical medication following instructions from medical personnel.
- Supervised patients during outings and physical activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Reported on patients' health and mobility progress, maintaining excellent continuity of care.
- Empowered service users to remain as independent as possible and retain sense of identity.
- Monitored and evaluated patients' health, wellbeing and progress to mitigate potential health risks.
- Facilitated community engagement initiatives, fostering a sense of belonging among residents.
- Developed and implemented cohesive care plans for patients according to individual needs.
- Assisted service users to obtain and access community resources.
- Established and maintained working relationships with clients based on trust and non-judgement.
- Identified key client needs to develop targeted support programmes.
- Offered practical daily living advice, including financial planning, housing support and legal guidance.
- Reported on clients' progress to evaluate service impact.
- Collaborated with external support providers to maintain good care continuity.
- Highlighted additional support provisions to maximise clients' growth opportunities.
- Crafted personalised action plans based on individual client needs and goals. whilst prioritising pressing concerns.
Support worker (Older adults in care)
Drive Care
Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil CBC
11.2023 - 03.2026
- Upheld dignity and respect at all times when assisting older adults with personal tasks such as bathing or dressing.
- Adapted communication styles to suit individual residents' needs, fostering understanding and trust.
- Encouraged participation in therapeutic activities by creating an inviting atmosphere.
- Actively participated in staff training sessions, keeping up-to-date on best practices in elderly care.
Personal assistant - Care in the Community
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Tonyrefail, Rhondda Cynon Taf
01.2011 - 10.2023
- Supported patients with daily living activities, promoting greater independence and quality of life.
- Collaborated closely with families to understand the specific needs and preferences of each individual resident or service user; enhanced quality of care delivered as a result.
- Liaised effectively with multidisciplinary team members; ensured seamless provision of care services.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver integrated patient care, improving overall health outcomes.
- Ensured medication administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, ensured patient safety.
- Facilitated timely transportation for clients, enhancing access to essential services.
- Helped in preparing nutritious meals to meet dietary needs of clients. to ensure proper nutrition.
- Encouraged physical activity amongst sedentary patients; contributed to better overall health conditions over time.
- Established strong rapport with patients through effective communication skills resulting in an atmosphere of trust and respect.
- Coordinated various cleaning activities to create a hygienic living space; created a clean environment.
Tutor
Self employed
, Rhondda Cynon Taf
09.2007 - 07.2023
- Conducted one-on-one sessions for personalised attention to each student's needs.
- Tracked each student's progress, pinpointing areas for targeted improvement.
- Adapted teaching style for individual learning capabilities.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student abilities and interests.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that boosted student participation.
- Designed engaging coursework materials to stimulate intellectual curiosity.
- Encouraged practice of observational drawing, enhancing students' attention to detail.
- Assisted pupils with technical aspects like perspective and shading to improve their drawing skills.
- Fostered open communication during sessions, increasing student comfort and participation.
- Facilitated open discussions during critique sessions, promoting peer learning.
- Fostered appreciation of various art cultures through thematic lessons.
- Conducted weekly art workshops for increased artistic expression.
- Set up interactive field trips to galleries and museums boosting students' interest in contemporary and historical artworks.
- Incorporated history of art into lessons, deepening students' understanding of the subject matter.
- Enhanced student creativity by implementing innovative art techniques.
- Planned lessons to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths.
- Managed supply inventory diligently, ensuring all necessary materials were available for art classes. whilst maintaining budget constraints.
- Organised studio space effectively, creating an environment conducive to learning and creativity, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
Art & Cookery Tutor
Adult Education Rhondda Cynon Taf
Rhondda Cynon Taf, Rhondda Cynon Taf
01.1997 - 07.2007
- Simplified complex topics using practical examples and analogies in teaching approach.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilising interactive teaching methods.
- Provided detailed feedback with constructive suggestions to improve academic performance.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions for personalised attention to each student's needs.
- Developed study schedules for effective time management and exam preparation.
- Offered homework assistance, bolstering understanding of classroom topics.
- Maintained records of each student's progress, identifying areas needing further improvement.
- Provided additional resources outside tutoring hours for continued self-study.
- Fostered a positive learning environment to enhance student focus.
- Designed engaging coursework materials to stimulate intellectual curiosity.
- Prepared lesson plans, ensuring understanding of complex concepts.
- Encouraged open communication during sessions, enhancing comfort levels and participation rates.
- Adapted teaching style for individual learning capabilities.
- Planned lessons to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths.
- Maintained updated knowledge of curriculum standards and education requirements to help students meet objectives.
- Updated records and progress reporting to enhance accountability.
- Advised, criticised and encouraged students to develop abilities.
- Used illustrative activities to help students explore concepts.
- Developed in-depth lectures on subject-specific theories, foundational concepts and advanced topics.
- Employed a variety of mediums to convey learning concepts.
Bar Manager
Self employed
South West, Bristol, Cotswolds,South Wales, Devon, Bristol, Wiltshire, South Wales
07.1988 - 08.1994
- Handled customer complaints effectively, ensuring repeat business from satisfied patrons.
- Resolved complaints calmly and professionally to achieve positive customer outcomes.
- Fostered positive relationships with customers enhancing their loyalty towards the establishment.
- Built loyal customer base by creating a welcoming environment with top quality service.
- Trained new staff on customer service protocols to enhance guest experience.
- Mentored junior staff members fostering a supportive work atmosphere.
- Promoted special offers and events via social media platforms boosting brand visibility.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic environment, improving overall ambiance of the bar.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate food service thus maintaining timely delivery during busy periods.
- Calculated daily takings, ensuring accurate financial records were kept for auditing purposes.
- Completed accurate end-of-day financial routines for cash and card transactions.
Adult Art Tutor/ Artist
Mid Devon County Council
Tiverton, Devon
08.1986 - 08.1994
- Developed curriculum with focus on different art styles.
- Conducted weekly art workshops for increased artistic expression.Led engaging art workshops to promote student creativity.
- Facilitated open discussions during critique sessions, promoting peer learning.
- Implemented teaching strategies to foster critical thinking skills.
- Encouraged practice of observational drawing, enhancing students' attention to detail.
- Assisted pupils with technical aspects like perspective and shading to improve their drawing skills.
- Advised students on proper care and use of equipment for prolonged usage.
- Organised studio space, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
- Utilised multimedia resources to complement traditional teaching methods.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student abilities and interests.
- Fostered appreciation of various art cultures through thematic lessons.
- Provided constructive feedback for each tutoring session to evaluate student performance and determine future needs.
- Provided constructive feedback for each tutoring session to evaluate student performance and determine future needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
University of Central Lancashire
Preston 09.1982 - 07.1986
Foundation Degree in Arts - Art
St Albans College of Art & Design
St Albans, Hertfordshire 09.1981 - 07.1982
GCSE & A-Levels - Art
Ware College
Hertfordshire 09.1978 - 07.1981
Skills
- Elderly mobility assistance
- Daily living support
- Personal care
- Medication administration
- Community support initiatives
- Meal preparation
- Meal assistance
- Nutrition knowledge
- Fall prevention tactics
- Health monitoring
- Health and safety procedures
- Incident reporting
- Record management
- Data management
- Person-centred approach
- Inclusivity practices
- Safeguarding procedures
- Safeguarding protocols
- Behaviour management
- Behavioural observation
- Emotional companionship
- Community support initiatives
- Patient engagement
- Patient transport
- Housekeeping
- Hygiene standards compliance
- Dietary management and feeding
- CPR and First Aid
- Dignity preservation
- Person-centred care
- Person-centred approach
- Confidentiality practices
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Compassionate support
- Mental health support
- Experience with disabled individuals
- Inclusivity practices
- Ethical decision-making
- Safeguarding protocols
- Mental health support
- Inclusivity practices
- Ethical decision-making
Affiliations
- Reading, Theatre and Cinema, Museums and Art Galleries, Gardening. History
Timeline
Support worker (Older adults in care)
M and D Care
04.2026 - Current
Support worker (Older adults in care)
Drive Care
11.2023 - 03.2026
Personal assistant - Care in the Community
Rhondda Cynon Taf
01.2011 - 10.2023
Tutor
Self employed
09.2007 - 07.2023
Art & Cookery Tutor
Adult Education Rhondda Cynon Taf
01.1997 - 07.2007
Bar Manager
Self employed
07.1988 - 08.1994
Adult Art Tutor/ Artist
Mid Devon County Council
08.1986 - 08.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
University of Central Lancashire
09.1982 - 07.1986
Foundation Degree in Arts - Art
St Albans College of Art & Design
09.1981 - 07.1982
GCSE & A-Levels - Art
Ware College
09.1978 - 07.1981