Grace Okorie
Salford,Greater Manchester
Summary
Proactive, reliable and organised professional with a strong background and in administrative support, HR coordination, Virtual assistance, and client-facing roles. Experienced in managing schedules, maintaining structured documentation systems, and supporting efficient day-to-day operations. Skilled in planning, coordinated tasks, and multitasking. Strong communicator with proven ability to prioritise responsibilities and ensure smooth workflow. Looking to contribute these skills by improving processes and supporting effective team coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Support Worker
Cucumber Recruitment
Manchester, Manchester
2025.05 - Current
- Provided one-to-one support to elderly individuals assisting with daily activities and promoting independence
- Followed structured care plans to ensure consistent and well organised delivery of care
- Maintained accurate records using both paper-based and digital systems, ensuring clear and up to date documentation
- Monitored individuals at risks of falls and implemented safety measures to reduce incidents
- Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals and team members to support coordinated care
- Managed time and responsibilities efficiently while delivering personalised support
- Ensured compliance with safeguarding, health, and safety procedures at all times
- Handled sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
- Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
- Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
Health Care Assistant
St Euphrasia's Care Home
Manchester , Manchester
2024.10 - 2026.01
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Supported daily care routines by following structured care plans, ensuring tasks were completed in organised and timely manner
- Maintained accurate records of care activities contributing to effective communication among staff and continuity of care
- Assisted in coordinating daily activities and routines for residents, promoting safe and well organised environment
- Monitored and reported changes in residents' conditions, ensuring timely escalation to senior staff
- Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members to support smooth day-to-day operations
- Managed multiple responsibilities efficiently in fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong prioritisation skills
- Provided compassionate support to residents while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail
- Ensured adherence to health, safety, and safeguarding procedures at all times
Virtual Assistant
Private Client
Remote, Remote
2024.01 - 2024.08
- Completed errands on behalf of executives; maximised their focus on strategic tasks.
- Managed basic scheduling and calendar organisation, ensuring tasks and appointments were well planned
- Handled email correspondence and responded to client inquiries in timely and professional manner
- Organised and maintained digital files improving structure and ease of access to information
- Supported general administrative tasks, including data entry and document preparation
- Prioritised tasks effectively to maintain organised and efficient workflow
- Maintained clear communication with clients to support smooth task coordination
- Ensured confidentiality and accuracy when handling information
Administrative Support and Pastoral Assistant
Valencia Junior Academy
Ibadan , Nigeria
2021.09 - 2023.12
- Demonstrated open communication and collaborated with various teams.
- Provided administrative support by assisting with documentation, record updates, and school coordination tasks, contributing to smoother operations
- Collaborated with administrative staff to support planning and organisation of school activities and schedules, reducing disruptions
- Maintained and updated student records for 100+ pupils, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of information
- Supported coordination of school events and activities, improving organisation and student participation
- Delivered Pastoral care to 30+ students, addressing well-being concerns and supporting positive learning environment
- Acted as point of contact for student-related issues, helping resolve concerns promptly and effectively
- Assisted in monitoring student behaviour and attendance , contributing to improved student engagement
- Balanced administrative support and pastoral responsibilities, ensuring both operational efficiency and students welfare needs were met
HR Assistant
Uniplan Integrated Services
Ibadan , Nigeria
2021.03 - 2021.09
- Oversaw HR-related documentation, ensuring correct storage and accessibility when required.
- Coordinated end-to-end recruitment activities, including scheduling 15-25 interviews per week and liaising with candidates, improving hiring turn around time
- Supported high volume hiring recruitment 50+ candidates per month by organising candidates and maintaining structured recruitment records
- Streamlined employee documentation for 100+ personnel files by improving and ensuring compliance with company standards
- Assisted in onboarding of 10-20 new hires monthly, ensuring smooth and timely integration into client organisations
- Maintained and updated HR databases with 98% data accuracy, reducing errors and discrepancies and improving reporting reliability
- Acted as point of contact for 30+ weekly candidate and employee inquiries, delivering timely and professional support
- Supported HR operating across multiple client accounts, ensuring deadlines and service expectations were consistently met
- Handled sensitive employee information with strict confidentiality and professionalism
Administrative Assistant
Christ the Redeemer Nursery and Primary School
Mowe, Nigeria
2020.01 - 2020.11
- Coordinated office operations by handling phone inquiries, managing correspondence and supervising office cleanliness.
- Improved record accessibility by organising and maintaining filing system for 200+ student and administrative records, reducing retrieval time
- Enhanced daily operations by efficiently supporting administrative tasks and ensuring 100% timely completion of routine office processes
- Streamlined scheduling of 10+ weekly meetings, staff timetables, and school activities, reducing conflicts and delays
- Maintained high data accuracy 95%+ through consistent and detailed data entry and record updates
- Strengthened communication flow by responding to 20+ weekly promptly inquiries from staff and parents, improving overall service experience
- Effectively managed multiple competing priorities, ensuring deadlines were constantly met
- Supported preparation of reports and documentation, contributing to well-organised and efficient operations
- Ensured full confidentiality compliance when handling sensitive student and staff information at all times
- Managed front desk duties to ensure smooth operation of reception area.
Education
Master of Science - International Management
University of Bolton
Bolton, Greater Manchester 2025-11
Virtual Assistant
ALX Africa
Online Certification 2023-09
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife2019-07
Customer Representative Management
Ultrabrain
Professional Certification 2017-08
Skills
- Organisation & planning
- Time management
- Calendar management
- Scheduling
- Digital Documentation
- Data entry accuracy
- Report preparation & correspondence
- Communication proficiency
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Professional responsiveness
- Microsoft Office
- Google workspace
- Virtual collaboration
Affiliations
- Watching historical documentaries
- Learning about cultures and histories
- Listening to music and watching movies
- Visiting museums and art galleries
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Support Worker
Cucumber Recruitment
2025.05 - Current
Health Care Assistant
St Euphrasia's Care Home
2024.10 - 2026.01
Virtual Assistant
Private Client
2024.01 - 2024.08
Administrative Support and Pastoral Assistant
Valencia Junior Academy
2021.09 - 2023.12
HR Assistant
Uniplan Integrated Services
2021.03 - 2021.09
Administrative Assistant
Christ the Redeemer Nursery and Primary School
2020.01 - 2020.11
Master of Science - International Management
University of Bolton
Virtual Assistant
ALX Africa
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Obafemi Awolowo University
Customer Representative Management
Ultrabrain