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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Jaimi Addison

14 Arbuthnott Court Stonehaven,Aberdeenshire

Summary

Compassionate and adaptable support professional with a background in both secure care and person-centred wellbeing. I bring a unique combination of experience supporting young people with complex social, emotional and behavioural needs, alongside more recent work promoting wellbeing and engagement for older adults in a care setting. Skilled in building trust, managing challenging behaviour, and creating meaningful activities that support emotional wellbeing, routine, and independence. I am now seeking to return to a secure care environment where I can apply both my past experience and current skills in a Life Skills and Engagement role.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator

Havencourt Carehome
Stonehaven
07.2024 - Current
  • Plan, coordinate and deliver weekly activity programmes tailored to individual needs, interests, and abilities, promoting overall wellbeing and engagement
  • Carry out individual assessments to design person-centred activity plans that support physical, emotional, and social development
  • Facilitate both group sessions and one-to-one interventions, adapting approaches to support individuals with varying levels of need, including behavioural and emotional support requirements
  • Encourage participation and build positive, trusting relationships to support confidence, routine, and inclusion
  • Work collaboratively with care staff, families, and external professionals to ensure activities are holistic, consistent, and outcome-focused
  • Organise themed events, structured programmes, and meaningful daily routines that promote life skills, independence, and positive lifestyle choices
  • Monitor engagement, record outcomes, and evaluate the effectiveness of programmes, adapting plans to meet changing needs
  • Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to care planning and review processes
  • Promote a safe, structured, and supportive environment at all times

Managing Director

Derek Addison Ltd
Montrose
02.2018 - 07.2024
  • Responsible for the day to running of the shop, ensuring customers expectations are being met.
  • Liaising with customers via telephone, email and face to face.
  • Ensure high standards of work is being produced at all times.
  • Responsible for staff rotas, holidays etc
  • Taking care of staff welfare.
  • Controlling Finances
  • Delegating duties to appropriate people within the business.
  • Develop reporting tools to monitor the ongoing performance of the company
  • Maintaining and monitoring budgets to make sure that the business operates efficiently from a financial perspective.
  • Guiding and maintain the performance of the company

Personal Assistant

Jaimi’s P.A. Services
Inverurie
06.2017 - 02.2018
  • Schedule meetings and manage calendars efficiently.
  • Answer phone calls and emails, taking messages as needed.
  • Assist with daily time management tasks.
  • Facilitate errands as requested.
  • Organise travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and ground transportation.
  • Coordinate events and speaking engagements successfully.
  • Draft correspondence such as emails and letters accurately.

Deputy Restaurant Manager

Meldrum House Hotel
Old Meldrum, Aberdeenshire
10.2016 - 06.2017

Coordinate daily Front of the House and Back of the House restaurant operations

  • Deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction
  • Respond efficiently and accurately to customer complaints
  • Regularly review product quality and research new vendors
  • Organize and supervise shifts
  • Estimate future needs for goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products
  • Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations
  • Manage restaurant’s good image and suggest ways to improve it
  • Control operational costs and identify measures to cut waste
  • Create detailed reports on weekly, monthly and annual revenues and expenses
  • Promote the brand in the local community through word-of-mouth and restaurant events
  • Recommend ways to reach a broader audience (e.g. discounts and social media ads)
  • Implement policies and protocols that will maintain future restaurant operations

Waitress/Bar Staff

Sand Dollar Cafe
Aberdeen
08.2016 - 10.2016

Greeting diners and taking their orders, communicating with members of the kitchen about orders and carrying meals or beverages to the correct tables. Responsible for ensuring diners have a positive experience by exhibiting excellent customer service.

Barista duties.

End of day cleaning of restaurant ready for opening the following day.

Housekeeper & Waitress

Cluanie Inn
Loch Cluanie , Inverness
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Ensuring rooms and communal areas are cleaned and inspected according to the company's standards as well as maintaining the inventory of linens and supplies, helping in the laundry process and greeting and checking in guests when required.

Personal Assistant to Company Director

Slack Tech Ltd
Liphook, Hampshire
08.2013 - 05.2016
  • Handle emails and written business correspondence.
  • Handle sensitive information with discretion, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and company policies.
  • Monitor emails and correspondence, prioritising and responding on behalf of the executive to streamline workflow.
  • Work with Microsoft Word and Google Docs to complete word processing tasks.
  • Organise travel arrangements on behalf of Director, including booking hotels, transport and restaurants.
  • Update shared calendars with accurate meeting and event information.
  • Manage communication systems to enable smooth workplace connectivity.
  • Manage diary, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.

Peripatetic Music Instructor

Angus Council
Forfar, Angus
01.2006 - 08.2013

Preparing and delivering music lessons in local primary schools and nurseries, based on the pedagogies of Kodaly, Dalcroze and Orff.

Co-ordination and delivery of orchestra rehearsals for high school pupils.

Preparation and delivery of CPD training to teaching staff, nursery assistants and local carers.

  • Adjusted teaching methods to meet individual student needs.
  • Instructed students to read music in fun, engaging way.

Music & Home Economics Instructor

Rossie Secure Accommodation Services
Montrose
10.1999 - 01.2006
  • Teaching and supporting young people with significant social, emotional and behavioural needs within a structured secure setting
  • Planning and delivering lessons across Music, Food & Nutrition, and Health & Wellbeing, adapting content to meet individual learning styles and needs
  • Designing and leading home economics sessions, teaching young people to prepare simple, nutritious meals with a focus on independence, life skills, and self-sufficiency on release
  • Supporting young people to develop practical skills around food preparation, kitchen safety, budgeting, and making healthier lifestyle choices
  • Organising and delivering music-based projects and live performances, including coordinating concerts involving both young people and staff to promote confidence, teamwork, and positive engagement
  • Providing one-to-one guidance and emotional support, including counselling young people experiencing behavioural or emotional distress
  • Managing challenging behaviour, using de-escalation techniques and, where required, following procedures for restraint and isolation to maintain safety
  • Building positive, professional relationships to encourage engagement, trust, and participation in education and daily activities
  • Working collaboratively with care staff teams to support consistent care, education, and behavioural outcomes

Music Instructor

The Music Room
Aberdeen
09.1998 - 10.1999
  • Developed engaging music lessons to excite students about learning and expanding talents.
  • Instructed students to read music in fun, engaging way.
  • Communicated student progress with parents and caregivers and encouraged close support.
  • Planned and directed musical showcases highlighting individual and group talent.
  • Taught lessons on music theory and interpretation.
  • Assessed students' musical abilities, grading tests and performances.
  • Supported students to prepare for important auditions.
  • Prepared students for exams through coaching and demonstrations.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Music Education

Aberdeen College
01-1998

Diploma of Higher Education - Music Education

Aberdeen College
01-1997

Highers -

Montrose Academy
01-1995

Highers -

Montrose Academy
01-1994

Standard Grade -

Montrose Academy
01-1993

Skills

  • Activity planning and engagement
  • Support for individuals with complex needs
  • Trust building and relationship management
  • Conflict resolution and de-escalation
  • Record keeping and risk assessment
  • Time management and organisation
  • Communication and teamwork skills
  • Proficiency in IT systems including Adobe, Microsoft, email, and calendar

Certification

  • First aid - 2025
  • PVG - April 2026
  • CALM -April 2001
  • RAID - Sept 2001
  • Introduction to Counselling - Oct 2001

Hobbies and interests

  • In my personal time, I enjoy playing the violin and also spend a great deal of time outdoors, walking, running or simply enjoying the scenery as I find it invaluable for maintaining my wellbeing and resetting after a busy day.

Additional Information

Currently based in Stonehaven but actively relocating to Montrose and available to travel/commute in the interim.

I have no dependants other than my dog.

Timeline

Activities & Wellbeing Coordinator

Havencourt Carehome
07.2024 - Current

Managing Director

Derek Addison Ltd
02.2018 - 07.2024

Personal Assistant

Jaimi’s P.A. Services
06.2017 - 02.2018

Deputy Restaurant Manager

Meldrum House Hotel
10.2016 - 06.2017

Waitress/Bar Staff

Sand Dollar Cafe
08.2016 - 10.2016

Housekeeper & Waitress

Cluanie Inn
05.2016 - 08.2016

Personal Assistant to Company Director

Slack Tech Ltd
08.2013 - 05.2016

Peripatetic Music Instructor

Angus Council
01.2006 - 08.2013

Music & Home Economics Instructor

Rossie Secure Accommodation Services
10.1999 - 01.2006

Music Instructor

The Music Room
09.1998 - 10.1999

Certificate of Higher Education - Music Education

Aberdeen College

Diploma of Higher Education - Music Education

Aberdeen College

Highers -

Montrose Academy

Highers -

Montrose Academy

Standard Grade -

Montrose Academy
Jaimi Addison