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Cheyrl Kennedy

West Bromwich,United Kingdom

Summary

Compassionate carer with extensive experience in personal care and emotional support. Proficient in manual handling and hoist operation, ensuring high hygiene standards. Recognised for reliable attendance and effective communication with families, addressing toileting and continence needs, as well as committed to enhancing individual well-being through dedicated caregiving and understanding of client needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work history

Care assistant

Dovedale court & Richard House
Wednesbury, Sandwell
01.1999 - 05.2001
  • Promoted patient independence while assisting with daily tasks.
  • Collaborated with the healthcare team to ensure effective patient care delivery.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness to uphold a safe environment.
  • Monitored vital signs for early detection of health complications.
  • Respect residents' privacy and dignity during their care provision.
  • Adhered to professional standards, regulations, and policies consistently.
  • Submitted regular reports on client status to management.
  • Ensured a safe environment by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the facility.
  • Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
  • Respected the privacy and dignity of each resident during the provision of care services.
  • Adhered strictly to professional standards, regulations and policies at all times while executing duties.

Sono press

Agency work
Wednesbury, Sandwell
06.1997 - 07.1998
  • Executed daily duties with precision and efficiency.
  • Acquired and applied new skills to enhance productivity.
  • Consistently met tight deadlines for all assigned tasks.
  • Exhibited professionalism and willingness to assist colleagues.
  • Supported the team by demonstrating respect and a desire to help.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • I worked on the machines and fixed them to improve the efficiency of the product, which involved creating CDs and games, as well as overseeing the packaging of the items.
  • Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select the best decisions.
  • Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.

Clerical assistant

Mathie Lennox & Co
Kilsyth, North Lanarkshire
12.1996 - 01.1997
  • Monitored office supply inventory and ordered items promptly to prevent shortages.
  • Recorded delivery receipts accurately for efficient tracking.
  • Executed photocopying and document scanning to ensure the availability of essential paperwork.
  • Managed petty cash, depositing it in the bank while maintaining accurate expenditure records.
  • Contributed towards a positive work environment by assisting colleagues as needed during busy periods or absences due to illness or holidays.
  • Ensured confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection policies.

babysitting

family/friends
Kilsyth, North Lanarkshire
03.1990 - 06.1990
  • Received positive feedback from parents due to the exceptional babysitting service provided consistently.
  • Built strong relationships with families through trust and outstanding communication skills, resulting in long-term babysitting contracts.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Criminology

University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton
09.2022 -

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Art and design, English, German, History, Home Economics, Mathematics, Science

Kilsyth Academy
Kilsyth, North Lanarkshire
/1997 -

Diploma of Higher Education - social care, Maths and English

Sandwell College
Sandwell
06.2018 - 06.2022

Skills

  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Supporting family members
  • Reliable attendance
  • Hygiene standards compliance
  • Safe manual handling
  • Empathy and understanding
  • Toileting and continence management
  • Personal care
  • Hoist operation
  • Bathing and toileting
  • Emotional support
  • Compassionate communication
  • Bedside care
  • Toileting support
  • Specialised equipment usage
  • Bathing and dressing assistance
  • Elderly care
  • Personal hygiene support

Affiliations

  • reading
  • music
  • writing

Timeline

Certificate of Higher Education - Criminology

University of Wolverhampton
09.2022 -

Diploma of Higher Education - social care, Maths and English

Sandwell College
06.2018 - 06.2022

Care assistant

Dovedale court & Richard House
01.1999 - 05.2001

Sono press

Agency work
06.1997 - 07.1998

Clerical assistant

Mathie Lennox & Co
12.1996 - 01.1997

babysitting

family/friends
03.1990 - 06.1990

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - Art and design, English, German, History, Home Economics, Mathematics, Science

Kilsyth Academy
/1997 -
Cheyrl Kennedy