Gale Lok
Musselburgh,east lothian
Summary
Compassionate Caregiver experienced in providing personal care and daily support for individuals with complex health needs. Enhanced quality of life through practical assistance, active listening, and a people-focused approach, fostering meaningful relationships and a welcoming environment. Demonstrated adaptability in varied routines and settings, contributing to team-based activities with initiative and strong observational skills.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper
Almond Park Nursery
Musselburgh, East Lothian
10.2024 - 01.2026
- Managed daily cleaning, dusting, and vacuuming of the nursery to maintain high standards of hygiene.
- Managed laundry processes for children's bedding, clothing, and linens, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and organisation.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals for children, meeting dietary guidelines, and managed post-meal clean-up and dishwashing.
- Facilitated meal preparation and serving, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and preferences for children's health.
- At times worked alongside nursery practitioners with children aged 6 months to 5 years.
Yoga Instructor
Freelance
Hong Kong
01.2000 - 05.2023
- Conducted weekly yoga sessions for groups of up to 12, enhancing participants' flexibility, strength, and overall well-being.
- Developed customised fitness programmes tailored to individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Engaged in continuous professional development courses in yoga and wellness to refine teaching techniques.
- Certified 300 hours Advanced Hatha Yoga Teacher
Arts and Crafts Skills Instructor and Play Worker
Freelance
Hong Kong
01.2000 - 05.2023
- Designed and delivered tailored instructional sessions that engaged learners and met diverse needs across various subjects.
- Facilitated engaging instructional sessions for small and large groups, fostering an interactive learning environment.
- Taught diverse age groups, from toddlers to seniors, adapting teaching methods to accommodate varying abilities.
- Assessed participant progress through structured evaluations, providing constructive feedback to encourage development.
Art Technician
Chinese International School (HongKong)
Hong Kong Island
07.2005 - 04.2010
- Work directly with students in the studio, encouraging their creativity, supporting their practical work, and helping to create a positive, inspiring learning environment.
- Facilitated Art curriculum delivery by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and assisting with practical demonstrations in lessons.
- Maintain and organise studio spaces and resources, ensuring materials and equipment are ready, safe, and well cared for, under the guidance of teaching staff
- Coordinated annual art exhibitions by selecting artworks and managing logistics to showcase student creativity and achievement.
Education
HKCEC(GCSEs) - Chinese, English, Mathematics, History, Geography, Arts, Religious
Good Hope School
Hong Kong 01-1994
Diploma - Applied Arts, Property Making in Performing Arts
The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
Hong Kong06-1999
Skills
- Housekeeping techniques
- Elderly care
- Childcare
- Teaching
- Participant engagement
- Arts and crafts skills
Personal details
- Eligible to work in the UK: Yes
- Highest Level of Education: Diploma of Higher Education
- Industry: Arts & Entertainment, Cleaning & Sanitation, Community & Social Service, Customer Service, Education & Instruction, Food Preparation & Service, Healthcare, Retail
- Total years of experience: 22
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
A2
Hobbies and interests
- Outdoor activities; hiking, cycling, kayaking
- Scuba diving
- Pottery
- Woodworking
- Arts and Crafts creation
- Cooking
- Travelling
- Explore the unknowns
Certification
- Experiential Learning Certificate 2013
- Print Making Expertise Course 2011
- Organic Farming certificate Course 2010
Timeline
Housekeeper
Almond Park Nursery
10.2024 - 01.2026
Art Technician
Chinese International School (HongKong)
07.2005 - 04.2010
Yoga Instructor
Freelance
01.2000 - 05.2023
Arts and Crafts Skills Instructor and Play Worker
Freelance
01.2000 - 05.2023
HKCEC(GCSEs) - Chinese, English, Mathematics, History, Geography, Arts, Religious
Good Hope School
Diploma - Applied Arts, Property Making in Performing Arts
The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts