CARI HILL
Cardiff
Summary
A compassionate, approachable, and highly motivated professional with a strong foundation in Health and Social Care (Level 2 Distinction). Possesses expertise in safeguarding, dynamic risk assessment, first aid, and health & safety compliance, alongside an ability to bring a reassuring presence to patients under pressure. A fully fluent Welsh speaker with extensive driving experience across Wales, offering exceptional communication skills, independent time management, and advanced map-reading abilities to deliver high-quality, patient-focused care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Sales Representative
Learn Play Nexus
12.2025 - Current
- Extensively covered West and South Wales regions, demonstrating excellent long-distance driving skills, route planning, and navigation ability.
- Managed workloads independently, ensuring strict schedules and timeframes were met reliably.
- Built strong professional relationships with diverse clients, utilising advanced interpersonal and communication skills.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Supply Hive
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided dedicated one-to-one support for pupils with Special Educational Needs, maintaining a calm, reassuring presence in challenging situations.
- Strictly adhered to safeguarding protocols and dynamic risk assessments to ensure pupil safety and emotional wellbeing.
- Communicated effectively with families and multi-agency professionals regarding sensitive information.
Bar Team Member
Marstons
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Delivered high-quality customer service and managed cash handling accurately within a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Collaborated effectively within a close-knit team to manage peak hours and defuse potential customer conflicts professionally.
Crew Member
McDonald's
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Maintained exceptionally high hygiene and food safety standards in compliance with strict regulatory guidelines.
- Thrived in a rapid, team-oriented environment, prioritizing tasks efficiently under pressure.
Education
Level 2 Health & Social Care - Health and Social Care
St David's Catholic College
09/2023 - 07/2024
GCSEs -
Ysgol Glantaf
Cardiff 09/2018 - 06/2023
Skills
- Patient communication & reassurance
- Safeguarding & dynamic risk assessment
- Manual handling awareness
- First aid knowledge
- Map reading & navigation
- Working under pressure
- Fluent Welsh speaker
- Compassionate patient care
Certification
- Enhanced DBS
- St John Ambulance Basic First Aider
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence (No Points/ 3 years driving experience)
Languages
Welsh
Fluent
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Motorcycling
- Surfing & Outdoor activities
- Community volunteering
Accomplishments
- International Volunteering Project (Kenya): Selected for a 6-week community development project in Kenya. Successfully collaborated in a team to volunteer in local schools and construct essential housing, demonstrating strong cultural adaptability, resilience, and teamwork.
- Academic Excellence: Graduated top of the class for the Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification, achieving a Distinction.
- St John Ambulance (BFA): Successfully completed the Basic First Aider (BFA) certification, developing practical clinical awareness, emergency response skills, and patient reassurance techniques.
- The Duke of Edinburgh's Bronze Award: Developed physical endurance, map-reading, and team-building skills by successfully planning and completing self-sufficient expeditions.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sales Representative
Learn Play Nexus
12.2025 - Current
SEN Teaching Assistant
Supply Hive
05.2025 - 12.2025
Bar Team Member
Marstons
09.2024 - 06.2025
Crew Member
McDonald's
02.2024 - 05.2024
Level 2 Health & Social Care - Health and Social Care
St David's Catholic College
09/2023 - 07/2024
GCSEs -
Ysgol Glantaf
09/2018 - 06/2023