esther braginton
Poole
Summary
I am a friendly, caring and patient person who enjoys working with children and helping them learn and develop.
I have previous experience working in both schools and care settings and I understand the importance of creating a safe, happy and supportive environment where children feel comfortable and included.
I am a proud parent to 3 children, this has given me valuable experience in caring for children of all ages and understanding their individual needs.
I am reliable and approachable and enjoy being part of a team.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's respite carer
Dorset Scope
09.2004 - 04.2026
See details below for the same role.
Personal Assistant
Private
01.2013 - 06.2024
Two roles of the same nature. Caring for profoundly disabled young adults. Assisting with all aspects of daily life including feeding and personal care.
Children's respite carer
Dorset Scope
04.2007 - 04.2009
Supporting disabled children aged 2-19 in a respite care setting.
The role included supporting children with a wide range of disabilities with daily life including feeding, changing, play and trips out.
Domiciliary Carer
Dorset Scope
09.2006 - 04.2008
Supporting parents of disabled children to care for them in their homes
Classroom Assistant
Linwood school
04.2006 - 04.2007
Supporting profoundly disabled children in the classroom. Included some basic makaton.
Role also included personal care and feeding and helping children to meet their full potential.
Customer Service Worker
Kfc
04.2002 - 09.2004
Role included serving customers and food preparation in a fast paced environment
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Support work in schools
Skills and Learning
Bournemouth01-2015
GCSEs -
Rossmore Community College
Poole 01-2002
Skills
- Disability support
- Personal care
- Child safeguarding (recent training for church)
- Manual handling
- Feeding assistance
- Care documentation
- Family liaison
- Teamwork
- Confidentiality understanding
- Understanding boundaries
- Medication Administration
- Activities of Daily Living
- Classroom assistance
- Special needs support
Timeline
Personal Assistant
Private
01.2013 - 06.2024
Children's respite carer
Dorset Scope
04.2007 - 04.2009
Domiciliary Carer
Dorset Scope
09.2006 - 04.2008
Classroom Assistant
Linwood school
04.2006 - 04.2007
Children's respite carer
Dorset Scope
09.2004 - 04.2026
Customer Service Worker
Kfc
04.2002 - 09.2004
NVQ Level 2 - Support work in schools
Skills and Learning
GCSEs -
Rossmore Community College