GEMMA AYRES
LEICESTER
Summary
A dedicated professional with a strong ability to work in a team and multitask effectively, demonstrating leadership skills and excellent communication abilities. Proven expertise in effective time management and delivering person-centred care and support. Committed to leveraging these competencies to achieve organisational goals and enhance service delivery.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Carer
Syston Lodge Residential Home
Thurmaston, Leicestershire
02.2022 - 01.2026
- Ensuring team stays in line with expected tasks by closely monitoring activities and reports.
- Liaising with families regularly to update them on patient progress, changes and patterns.
- Documenting care plans, hospital actions and patient activities in line with best practices.
- Closely monitoring patients' vital signs, including blood pressure and heart rate.
- Managing emergencies calmly and effectively, using quick decision-making skills to efficiently rectify situations.
Home Care Worker
Adaptus Cares Ltd
Leicester
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Ensured the delivery of high quality home health and private care.
- Supported service users with personal care requirements including dressing, showering, oral care and toileting.
- Prepared drinks and meals at appropriate times in accordance with dietary needs, SALT recommendations.
Carer
Berrystead Nursing Home
Leicester
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of all aspects of care.
- Provided personal care and physical support for improved quality of life and increased level of dignity.
- Assisted clients with getting into and out of beds or chairs, providing support with mobility as required to complete daily tasks.
Cook/Cleaner
Play and Learn
Leicester
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Produced menu options to support and accommodate the dietary needs of the children.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Cleaning, pot washing and sanitising all areas in accordance with COSHH regulations.
Parent/Carer
at Home
Leicester
08.2009 - 08.2017
- Parent and carer to my daughter with Autism and my son with Verbal Dyspraxia until their needs had been fully met.
Education
Makaton Signs and Symbols -
Nutrition and Healthy Eating - undefined
Health and Social Care Level 1 - undefined
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
T2 Group
Leicester /2024 - /2025
Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Ability to Multitask
- Leadership Skills
- Communication Skills
- Effective Time Management
- Person-centred care and support
Languages
English
Sign Language/Makaton
References
- Stana, Colovic, systonlodge@live.co.uk, 01162603550, Syston Lodge Residential home
- Admin, admin@adaptus.care-for-it.com, 01162470327, Adaptus Cares Ltd
- Rebecca, Kilby-Hunt, bexpetal@gmail.com, 07753311522
Timeline
Senior Carer
Syston Lodge Residential Home
02.2022 - 01.2026
Home Care Worker
Adaptus Cares Ltd
05.2021 - 02.2022
Carer
Berrystead Nursing Home
10.2019 - 04.2021
Cook/Cleaner
Play and Learn
08.2017 - 08.2019
Parent/Carer
at Home
08.2009 - 08.2017
Nutrition and Healthy Eating - undefined
Health and Social Care Level 1 - undefined
Makaton Signs and Symbols -
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
T2 Group
/2024 - /2025