Gaynor Bellis
Wigan,Greater manchester
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate care professional with experience in person-centred care plans, safeguarding practices, and dementia awareness. Some experience in palliative care techniques, end-of-life care, and hoist operation, ensuring the highest standards of support for individuals with diverse needs. Skilled in assisting with personal hygiene, food preparation, and manual handling, with a strong commitment to promoting dignity and well-being.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
3977
3977
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Care assistant
Thomas house
St Helens, Merseyside
08.2025 - Current
- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of living spaces ensuring a safe environment.
- Encouraging independence among residents whilst assisting them with tasks.
- Ensuring a safe environment by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the facility.
Hairdresser
Self employed (part time)
Wigan, Greater Manchester
06.1987 - Current
- Executing advanced cutting, colouring, and styling techniques to deliver high-quality results.
- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of workstations, ensuring a welcoming environment for clients.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
Care assistant
Dovehaven/ HC-One (Ashton view)
Wigan, Greater Manchester
01.2019 - 08.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities including personal hygiene and meal preparation.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance residents' overall wellbeing
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of living spaces to promote a safe environment.
- Documented care activities and observations in resident records to maintain accurate information.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills and understanding of care procedures.
- Supported recreational activities to encourage social interaction among residents.
- Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance residents' overall wellbeing.
Child minder
Self employed
Wigan, Greater Manchester
05.2005 - 02.2020
- Provided attentive care to children, ensuring their safety and wellbeing throughout daily activities.
- Developed engaging activities to promote learning and social interaction among children in care.
- Maintained a clean and organised environment, adhering to health and safety regulations at all times.
- Communicated effectively with parents, updating them on children's progress and daily experiences.
- Collaborated with other caregivers, sharing best practices to improve overall child care experience.
- Organised educational games, resulting in improved cognitive abilities.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Hairdressing
Wigan & Leigh college
Wigan England Sept 1986 - 07.1989
GCSEs - GCSE
Byrchall high school
Wigan Sept 1981 - 06.1986
Skills
- Manual handling certification
- Assisting with personal hygiene
- End Of Life Care
- Palliative care techniques
- Hoist operation mastery
- Person-centred care plans
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Dementia awareness
- Food preparation
- End-Of-Life support
- Elderly support expertise
Affiliations
- I enjoy a healthy lifestyle going to yoga and walking my dog as well as eating out with family & friends.
Timeline
Care assistant
Thomas house
08.2025 - Current
Care assistant
Dovehaven/ HC-One (Ashton view)
01.2019 - 08.2025
Child minder
Self employed
05.2005 - 02.2020
Hairdresser
Self employed (part time)
06.1987 - Current
NVQ Level 3 - Hairdressing
Wigan & Leigh college
Sept 1986 - 07.1989
GCSEs - GCSE
Byrchall high school
Sept 1981 - 06.1986