Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Destiny Gunning

Bury,Manchester

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate health and social care professional with over 2 years experience in a residential care home and community care. Currently employed as a cleaner covering domestic and commercial cleans. I bring a strong work ethic and a keen eye for detail, complemented by my level my level 3 NVQ in health and social care. I hold an enhanced DBS check on the update service, ensuring compliance with safeguarding standards. With a full clean UK driving license, I am flexible and able to travel for work. I am now seeking a role within the social care sector or the NHS where I can leverage my caring nature, practical experience, and commitment to enhancing the well-being of individuals in need.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cleaner

Brightway Cleaning
Bury, Manchester
01.2024 - Current
  • Kept floors clean with regular sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
  • Worked quickly to complete cleaning within allotted timeframes.
  • Vacuumed carpeted areas and mopped hard floors.
  • Cleaned and dried windows, mirrors and glass surfaces.
  • Scrubbed and sanitised toilets, sinks and kitchen fixtures for high quality finish.
  • Wiped down fixtures to remove built-up dust and maintain appearance.
  • Ensured proper, compliant handling of cleaning equipment, chemicals and materials, upholding excellent safety records.
  • Emptied and cleaned trash cans following procedures.
  • Cleaned surfaces to preserve professional standards and minimise infection risks.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations to maintain safe environment for customers.
  • Correctly used colour-coded equipment.
  • Worked with strict attention to detail, providing thorough cleaning services within allotted timeframes.
  • Stored chemicals safely to reduce risks and avoid misuse.

Home carer

Helping Hands Community Care
Bury, Manchester
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Changed bed linens, washed clothes and cleaned living quarters to maintain healthy personal environments.
  • Assisted in daily personal care routines for improved patient wellbeing.
  • Helped individuals manage daily activities of living due to age, illness or injury, or chronic condition.
  • Offered compassionate physical and emotional support to patients, enhancing overall health and wellbeing.
  • Planned client meal plans, shopped for ingredients and cooked meals.
  • Cooked meals to meet diverse dietary requirements.
  • Closely monitored patient conditions, minimising need for additional medical attention.
  • Picked up client shopping and prescriptions.
  • Used manual handling techniques and lifting aids to position clients in safe, comfortable postures.
  • Administered medication and kept comprehensive records.
  • Upheld safety and hygiene standards to reduce incidents and accidents.
  • Involved clients in decision-making to promote independence.
  • Evaluated client health conditions and reported concerns to manager.
  • Answered questions from clients, family members, and other carers.
  • Maintained wheelchairs, walking frames, and hearing aids.

Care assistant

Alexander Care Home
Bury, Manchester
09.2022 - 01.2024
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
  • Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
  • Kept patient environments clean and neat following optimum hygiene standards.
  • Delivered personal care focused on individual needs, preserving patient dignity and self-esteem.
  • Successfully positioned, lifted and moved patients from bed into wheelchairs, applying safe handling techniques.
  • Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reporting changes or concerns promptly.
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.

Kitchen Assistant

Theo Bello
HEYWOOD, LANCASHIRE
09.2018 - 01.2023
  • Maintained cleanliness and organisation of kitchen stations and storage areas.
  • Removed waste and inadequate food items regularly to keep work spaces neat and clean.
  • Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve high-quality, precise plating and presentation standards.
  • Followed recipes and customer request details to prepare high-quality, delicious meals.
  • Stored food according to safety procedures, protecting from spoilage and preventing waste.
  • Prepared for busy periods by organising ingredients and restocking supplies in line with expected demand.
  • Used kitchen equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and company safety protocols.
  • Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas against safe and sanitary food-handling criteria.
  • Followed recipes to correctly measure, weigh and mix ingredients.
  • Completed daily cleaning and restocking checklists to support kitchen operations.
  • Minimised risk of contamination with regular cleaning in refrigerated, frozen and dry storage spaces.
  • Upheld health and safety standards with equipment, cleaning and sanitising work.
  • Smoothly processed incoming orders, handling over 40 transactions per day with exceptional accuracy.
  • Helped customers with specific item requests by answering questions and offering knowledgeable product advice.
  • Maintained clean, tidy and organised checkout areas.
  • Maintained neat and clean shop floor and storage areas.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate positive customer experiences.
  • Packed purchased items properly to prevent damage to delicate products.

Childcare Assistant

Aunt Mary's Day Nursery
HEYWOOD, LANCASHIRE
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Encouraged children to reach full potential by using positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Helped childcare teachers maintain safe environments for children.
  • Supported cognitive development by facilitating games, simple lessons and structured play.
  • Helped teachers to plan lessons, create homework tasks and source supplies.
  • Used positive reinforcement and behaviour modelling to discipline children.
  • Led children to clear up after activities to maintain clean, safe and orderly environment.
  • Adhered to strict safeguarding policies and procedures, maintaining health and safety of children and staff.

Education

GCSEs -

Siddal Moor Sports College
Heywood, MAN

NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care

Hopwood Hall College
Rochdale
09/2021 - 05/2023

Skills

  • Food preparation techniques
  • Active Listening
  • Good Communication
  • Self Motivated
  • Excellent Teamwork
  • Polite/Well-Mannered
  • Efficient Multitasking
  • Strong work ethic

Timeline

Home carer

Helping Hands Community Care
04.2024 - 07.2024

Cleaner

Brightway Cleaning
01.2024 - Current

Care assistant

Alexander Care Home
09.2022 - 01.2024

Childcare Assistant

Aunt Mary's Day Nursery
06.2019 - 07.2019

Kitchen Assistant

Theo Bello
09.2018 - 01.2023

GCSEs -

Siddal Moor Sports College

NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care

Hopwood Hall College
09/2021 - 05/2023
Destiny Gunning