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Catherine Morris

Catherine Morris

Aberdare,Rhondda Cynon Taf

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong commitment to empowering individuals to achieve independence and live fulfilling lives. Experienced in supporting clients to access local communities and enhancing their confidence towards self-sufficiency. Possesses proficient signing skills and advocates for opportunities that align with personal goals and expectations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

AAC Resource Developer

CanDle
Ulverston, Cumbria
2021.04 - Current
  • Support development of lesson plans tailored for students with communication challenges to enhance classroom engagement.
  • Assist in converting books into grid 3 format to ensure accessibility for all students.
  • Modify lessons to align with individual student needs for improved learning outcomes.

AAC Resource developer

Vranch House
Exeter, Devon
2019.09 - 2021.04

Worked as a resource developer adapting lessons for a single student.

Support worker

Sense
Exeter, Devon
2014.04 - 2021.04
  • Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
  • Promoted personal wellbeing and independence, building service user confidence through social and community interaction.
  • Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
  • Provided support in social, physical and emotional areas to assist clients with integration into local community.
  • Empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities such as shopping and creative activities.
  • Reported on service user progress to senior staff, addressing concerns and suggesting appropriate action.
  • Assisted service users to obtain and access community resources.
  • Adapted support where possible to increase service accessibility.

Teaching assistant

Exeter Deaf Academy
Exeter, Devon
2009.07 - 2014.04
  • Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
  • Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
  • Integrated technology into classroom settings providing a modern approach to learning BSL.

Education

Preliminary Certificate in Social Care - Care

Northampton College of Further Education
Northampton, Northamptonshire
1985.09 - 1987.06

BSL Level 3 - Sign Language

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Exeter, Devon

Skills

I have previous experience supporting clients to access the local community, providing support to gain confidence towards independence

  • I have good signing skills (albeit a bit rusty!)
  • I feel strongly that every person should be given the opportunities to live as full and productive life as possible with the only limits being their personal expectations and goals

Timeline

AAC Resource Developer

CanDle
2021.04 - Current

AAC Resource developer

Vranch House
2019.09 - 2021.04

Support worker

Sense
2014.04 - 2021.04

Teaching assistant

Exeter Deaf Academy
2009.07 - 2014.04

Preliminary Certificate in Social Care - Care

Northampton College of Further Education
1985.09 - 1987.06

BSL Level 3 - Sign Language

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Catherine Morris