FREDERICK AKUFFO-GYAN
Colchester,Essex
Summary
A caregiver with a strong work ethic and open availability, who desires to provide safe, reliable, compassionate care and support to meet the individual needs of care service users and work alongside other members of the working team to successfully achieve the organisational goal.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Healthcare Assistant (Live in)
Bluebird Care Merton
London
2024.07 - Current
- Supported execution of care plans for individuals.
- Assisted in administration of medication as per guidelines.
- Ensured safeguarding protocols were adhered to.
- Aided in preparation of meals tailored to specific dietary needs.
Early Years Educator
Outdoor Owls Ltd.
London
2024.01 - 2024.04
- Assisted in delivering care and support for children.
- Supported implementation of educational curriculum and ensured compliance with relevant regulations.
- Executed essential health and safety routines for safeguarding.
Teaching Assistant
North Legon School Complex
London
2016.10 - 2023.09
- Recorded attendance for classes and activities.
- Supported students individually to enhance learning outcomes.
- Organised and maintained classroom environments for effective lessons.
- Cared for children during times of illness.
- Facilitated feeding and administration of medication.
- Provided personal care to ensure comfort and hygiene.
Trade Promoter-National Service
Guinness Ghana Brewery Ltd.
Accra, Ghana
2016.09 - 2017.09
- Distributed product samples to clients to support selection process.
- Assisted clients in making informed product choices.
- Identified customer needs through thorough research and analysis.
Manager
Urban Delivery Ltd.
Accra, Ghana
2013.01 - 2016.08
- Oversaw daily management of delivery schedules to ensure timely execution.
- Facilitated recruitment processes and supervised training of new personnel.
- Enhanced operational efficiency through coordination of daily tasks.
Insurance Claims Officer
Opinsan Chambers
Accra, Ghana
2011.01 - 2012.12
- Assisted in validating insurance claims to ensure accuracy.
- Supported processing of insurance claims for timely resolutions.
- Facilitated communication between clients and insurance providers.
Insurance Claims Officer
Safety Link Ltd.
Accra, Ghana
2005.12 - 2011.01
- Assisted teams with reviewing insurance claims for accuracy and compliance.
- Supported processing of insurance claims to expedite resolutions.
- Contributed to claims handling efficiency through essential administrative tasks.
Programs Coordinator
Reach Out To Life Mission (NGO)
Accra, Ghana
2004.02 - 2005.12
- Delivered efficient project activities through strategic coordination and scheduling, resulting in streamlined processes.
- Enabled individuals to navigate personal challenges successfully via impactful peer counselling.
- Identified and supported vulnerable groups, leading to enhanced outreach and targeted assistance outcomes.
Education
WASSCE - High School Education
Accra Academy
Accra 2000.01 - 2002.08
BECE - Basic School Education
Aggrey Memorial Int. School
Accra 1997.01 - 1999.01
Higher National Diploma - Marketing
Accra Technical University
Accra 2013.01 - 2016.01
Skills
- Collaborative team player
- Strong communication abilities
- Interpersonal effectiveness
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Administrative software skills
- Rapid learner and adaptable
- Independent worker with resilience
Certification
- Basic First Aid Awareness
- Duty of care
- Equality, Diversity & LGBTQ+
- Fire Safety
- First Aid
- Infection Prevention and Control (Level 2)
- Movin and Handling Theory
- Safeguarding Adults L1&2 (Adult support &protection)
- Safeguarding Children L1&2 (Child Protection)
- Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Medication Handling and Administration for Care Settings (RQF)
- Care Certificate
Languages Spoken
English and Twi
References
Excellent references available upon request
Interests and Hobbies
Reading and listening to music, Travel and Tourism, Watching movies, Volunteering
Extra-Curricular Activities
- Teen Counselling volunteer-Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (NGO)
- Volunteer - Care for the aged outreach program,
- Volunteer - HIV/AIDS counselling
- Volunteer - Reach Out To Life Mission (NGO)
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant (Live in)
Bluebird Care Merton
2024.07 - Current
Early Years Educator
Outdoor Owls Ltd.
2024.01 - 2024.04
Teaching Assistant
North Legon School Complex
2016.10 - 2023.09
Trade Promoter-National Service
Guinness Ghana Brewery Ltd.
2016.09 - 2017.09
Higher National Diploma - Marketing
Accra Technical University
2013.01 - 2016.01
Manager
Urban Delivery Ltd.
2013.01 - 2016.08
Insurance Claims Officer
Opinsan Chambers
2011.01 - 2012.12
Insurance Claims Officer
Safety Link Ltd.
2005.12 - 2011.01
Programs Coordinator
Reach Out To Life Mission (NGO)
2004.02 - 2005.12
WASSCE - High School Education
Accra Academy
2000.01 - 2002.08
BECE - Basic School Education
Aggrey Memorial Int. School
1997.01 - 1999.01