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Charmaine Holmes

Charmaine Holmes

Welwyn Garden City,United

Summary

I am a caring and compassionate social care professional, committed to offering first-class, individualised support to service users. I am skilled at adapting communication styles to build two-way conversations with clients. I can design comprehensive support packages to meet unique service user needs.

Furthermore, I have Knowledge of working in the assessment team in Children's Services with experience in providing tailored support to help service users increase independence and quality of life. I am a dedicated and motivated individual with strong knowledge of safeguarding principles to protect service users and staff from risk.

I am an empathetic and persuasive individual with a background in evaluating and addressing individual client needs and concerns. Experienced at conducting individual and group interviews to assess needs and situations. Responds calmly to manage crises and emergencies.

I have dedication and I am a dependable individual with strengths in communication and emotional intelligence. Focused on using comprehensive education and training to build a career foundation. Seeks out opportunities to gain a deeper understanding and direct experience.


I am a motivated and committed person with a passion for helping others receive much-needed support. Shows excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with people from diverse backgrounds. Prepared to learn quickly and support a team.

I have dedication and I am a Social Worker who provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes a variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing a strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.


I am a Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
33
33
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Student Social Worker

Buckinghamshire County Council
Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire
11.2022 - 05.2023

Preschool Key Worker

Bayford Preschool
Hertford, Hertfordshire
09.2016 - 09.2020

I worked within a small team and was a key person to seven children. I would EYFS next steps for each child to reach and aim for them to reach their goals. I write up direct observations in each child's learning journal. I established a positive rapport with families. I supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.

I adapted activities if needed to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils. I conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety Standards. I applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment. I communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.


I managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and well-being. I supported children to learn numeracy skills using counting games and activities. I monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.




Retail Sales Assistant

Tesco Superstore
Cheshunt
06.2008 - 06.2009
  • Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
  • Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods, providing customer receipts for reference.
  • Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide targeted advice, increasing sales opportunities.
  • Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
  • Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.

Education

GCSEs - English Language

Cheshunt Secondary School
Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
09.1986 - 07.1991

GCSEs - English Literature

Cheshunt School
Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
09.1986 - 07.1991

GCSEs - Sociology

Cheshunt School
Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
09.1986 - 07.1991

GCSEs - Psychology

Cheshunt School
Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
09.1986 - 07.1991

NVQ Level 2 - Interior Design

Hertford Regional College
Ware
07.1999 - 07.2000

BTEC Higher National Certificate - Art and Design

Hertford Regional College
Ware
09.1999 - 07.2002

University Certificate - Interior Architecture

London Metropolitan University
London
07.2007 - 01.2009

NCFE CACHE level 2 - Early years

Hertford Regional College
Ware
09.2016 - 09.2017

NVQ Level 2 - Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social care or Children and Young People's Setting

TQUK Level 2
Hertford, Hertfordshire
06.2017 - 11.2018

NVQ Level 2 - Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Connect 2 Care
Watford, Hertfordshire
03.2018 - 03.2019

NVQ Level 2 - Mathematics

Connect 2 Care
Watford, Hertfordshire
05.2018 - 05.2019

NVQ Level 3 - Advanced Level in Early Years Educator

Skills 2 Care
Watford, Hertfordshire
07.2018 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe
09.2020 - 07.2023

Skills

  • Emotional resilience
  • Child welfare and protective services
  • Attentive listener
  • Strong communicator
  • Natural leader
  • Confidential documentation and record-keeping
  • Excellent interpersonal skills

Timeline

Student Social Worker

Buckinghamshire County Council
11.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Buckinghamshire New University
09.2020 - 07.2023

NVQ Level 3 - Advanced Level in Early Years Educator

Skills 2 Care
07.2018 - 07.2019

NVQ Level 2 - Mathematics

Connect 2 Care
05.2018 - 05.2019

NVQ Level 2 - Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Connect 2 Care
03.2018 - 03.2019

NVQ Level 2 - Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social care or Children and Young People's Setting

TQUK Level 2
06.2017 - 11.2018

Preschool Key Worker

Bayford Preschool
09.2016 - 09.2020

NCFE CACHE level 2 - Early years

Hertford Regional College
09.2016 - 09.2017

Retail Sales Assistant

Tesco Superstore
06.2008 - 06.2009

University Certificate - Interior Architecture

London Metropolitan University
07.2007 - 01.2009

BTEC Higher National Certificate - Art and Design

Hertford Regional College
09.1999 - 07.2002

NVQ Level 2 - Interior Design

Hertford Regional College
07.1999 - 07.2000

GCSEs - English Language

Cheshunt Secondary School
09.1986 - 07.1991

GCSEs - English Literature

Cheshunt School
09.1986 - 07.1991

GCSEs - Sociology

Cheshunt School
09.1986 - 07.1991

GCSEs - Psychology

Cheshunt School
09.1986 - 07.1991
Charmaine Holmes