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Finley Davies

Derby,Derbyshire

Summary

I am confident in my abilities to work with young people across a variety of environments. I have 5 years of experience within this industry, showing I have a passion for what I do! My experience has grown throughout my career. I have been fortunate enough to work within and alongside various teams including; Educational, clinical, safeguarding and senior management. In the past two years I have been able to gain further experience by working across two schools. I have been able to implement whole school strategies and lead staff training across both of these schools helping to provide a holistic approach throughout both places of work. My abilities to work within a team have enabled me to build positive relationships within both schools. I have also independently lead group based activities for students such as; Yoga for sensory integration, Zones of regulation, autism level up and gym based exercise groups.


Further to this, my willingness and ability to learn on the job is what has helped me progress to the stage I am currently at in my career. I have been working alongside professional Occupational Therapist, Psychologists, psychotherapists and speech and language therapists. Being around such highly skilled professional's has helped me to develop my professional skills and understanding of my current role. This is something which I have found fundamental in my progression so far in my career.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Outcomes First Group
Derby, Derbyshire
10.2021 - Current
  • Promoted progression, wellbeing and independence among clients by assisting with therapeutic aids, sensory regulation equipment and physical activities.
  • Assisted clients to develop tailored Sensory regulation strategies to cope with overstimulating situations.
  • Engaged in multidisciplinary teamwork through clinical and educational teams to develop and execute holistic care plans based on aligned aims and objectives.
  • Upheld strict confidentiality standards and worked with discretion at all times.
  • Implemented professional treatment plans and accurately documented progress or service users through clinical notes and end of programme report writing.
  • Maintained complete, accurate reports and documented changes in service users' physical or mental health, escalating concerns to designated safeguarding lead.

SEN Teaching Assistant

Outcomes First Group
Derby, Derbyshire
11.2018 - 10.2021
  • Worked with students in small groups and 1:1 to provide additional support with activities and lessons, offering constructive feedback and advice to develop social communication skills.
  • Assisted students to reach social development milestones.
  • Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, contributing to progress meetings to provide feedback, raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
  • Created a friendly, positive and inspiring learning environment to facilitate interactions amongst students.
  • Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behavioural and emotional needs.
  • Prepared additional learning resources and aids to promote inclusivity in learning.
  • Assisted students with a range of learning differences, including ADD, ADHD, ASC and Developmental coordination disorder to achieve their full potential for independence.
  • Shared information about students with parents, other staff and internal and external agencies in line with school policies.

Sales Assistant

DW Sports Fitness
Derby, Derbyshire
08.2017 - 11.2017
  • Accepted and processed cash, cheque, card and mobile payments using POS systems.
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
  • Provided service with a smile, offering courteous, helpful advice to best meet customer needs.
  • Received and processed product returns.
  • Used product knowledge, sales abilities and customer relations skills to drive substantial profit increases.

Education

GCSEs -

Landau Forte College
Derby
05.2015 - 05.2015

NVQ Level 3 - Sport

Sutton Coldfield College
Birmingham
09.2015 - 06.2017

Focus award Level 2 certificate - Gym instruction

Focus Awards
Rotherham
01.2023 - 06.2023

Yoga

Sensory integration education
Derby
02.2023 - 02.2023

Skills

  • Child In Need Plans
  • Positive influencing
  • Motivational strategies
  • Young Adult Safeguarding
  • Skill development
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Rapport building with young people
  • Physical Exercise
  • health and well-being
  • Positive male role model


Interests

My key interest/ Hobby is Football. I currently play semi professionally for Derby team Borrowash Victoria. I also regularly exercise and take part in gym based training. I find it very important to live a active and healthy lifestyle. I also train my own clients privately whilst furthering my knowledge with health and fitness i am currently completing my level 3 personal trainer qualification. 


Languages

English
Native
Spanish
Intermediate

Timeline

Yoga

Sensory integration education
02.2023 - 02.2023

Focus award Level 2 certificate - Gym instruction

Focus Awards
01.2023 - 06.2023

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Outcomes First Group
10.2021 - Current

SEN Teaching Assistant

Outcomes First Group
11.2018 - 10.2021

Sales Assistant

DW Sports Fitness
08.2017 - 11.2017

NVQ Level 3 - Sport

Sutton Coldfield College
09.2015 - 06.2017

GCSEs -

Landau Forte College
05.2015 - 05.2015
Finley Davies