Charmaine Tashinga Mafukidze
Stoke-on-Trent,Staffordshire
Summary
A compassionate and skilled 22-year-old female healthcare assistant with extensive experience supporting patients across diverse care settings. Proficient in patient assessments, medication administration, mobility support, and the safe use of hoists, I provide person-centred care that upholds dignity, comfort, and safety. I excel at building trusting relationships with patients and families while addressing physical, emotional, and psychological needs to enhance overall wellbeing and quality of life.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Lantern care
Crewe, Cheshire East
03.2026 - Current
- Provided personalised care and support to individuals with diverse needs, enhancing their quality of life.
- Administered medication accurately and safely, following strict healthcare protocols to maintain client well-being.
- Encouraged service users to be independent and active members of society.
- Escorted clients to shops, appointments and special events, tailoring service to meet mobility and personal needs of individuals.
- Tracked and documented client behaviours, activity engagement, skills development and notable incidents.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and any changes in condition, contributing to continuous care improvement.
- Developed trusting relationships with service users and advocated on their behalf.
Care and Support Worker
All Care Service
Livingston, West Lothian
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Visited client's home to assist care requirements, including washing, feeding and housekeeping.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene tasks, respecting their privacy and promoting self-esteem.
- Assisted residents with mobility challenges, utilising appropriate equipment to safeguard against falls and injuries.
- Administered medication as required in care plans and instructed by doctors.
- Maintained accurate records of care provided, medication administered, and progress notes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Promoted client independence by providing motivation throughout daily tasks.
Care Worker
Balmoral health and social care
Livingston, West Lothian
08.2023 - 02.2026
- Offer companionship, and emotional support.
- Use proper moving and handling techniques with hoists, wheelchairs, and other aids to promote service users’ mobility.
- Provided a friendly, compassionate and proactive approach throughout service.
- Administered personal care and assisted with daily living activities to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of client information, adhering to professional standards.
- Assisted clients with medication management, following prescriptions and doctors' instructions.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, building trust and facilitating smoother care delivery.
- Performed high-quality end of life care in residential setting.
Nurse Aide
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided companionship, emotional support, and maintained client comfort throughout long shifts.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, upheld dignity, and respected client preferences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualised care plans.
- Supported clients in following care plans to promote safety, security, and independence.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported vital signs, and health changes for timely interventions.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
UK Professional Development Academy
01-2026
Care Certificate
Lighthouse Professional Care Limited
01-2022
Moving and handling theory, Basic life support theory, Safeguarding adults, Mental capacity
FLORANCE ACADEMY
01-2025
Bachelorior certificate - South African GCSE equivalent
NORTHRIDING HIGH SCHOOL
01-2020
Skills
- Elderly support
- Record-keeping
- Personalised, centred care
- Medication administration
- End-of-life care
- Dementia care
- Meal preparation
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Safe Moving and Handling
Additional
- Full UK Driving Licence
- DBS
- Eligible to work in the UK with visa sponsorship
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Support Worker
Lantern care
03.2026 - Current
Care and Support Worker
All Care Service
11.2025 - 02.2026
Care Worker
Balmoral health and social care
08.2023 - 02.2026
Nurse Aide
02.2021 - 06.2023
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
UK Professional Development Academy
Care Certificate
Lighthouse Professional Care Limited
Moving and handling theory, Basic life support theory, Safeguarding adults, Mental capacity
FLORANCE ACADEMY
Bachelorior certificate - South African GCSE equivalent
NORTHRIDING HIGH SCHOOL