Jay Riley
East Calder,West Lothian
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in client assessment, risk evaluation, and personal care assistance. Demonstrates exceptional empathy, adaptability, and patience in providing mental health support and facilitating activities of daily living. Skilled in effective communication and socialising to foster strong client relationships while ensuring reliable and trustworthy care. Committed to enhancing the well-being of individuals through tailored support and comprehensive care solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Support Worker
Mears Supported Living
Pumpherston, West Lothian
2025.10 - 2026.04
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
- Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
- Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
- Adapted to all situations always providing the best care possible whether it be in public or private.
Kitchen porter
Gail Pearson
Livingston, West Lothian
2018.05 - 2020.07
- Consistently adhered to food hygiene regulations whilst dealing with food waste.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation for efficient meal service.
- Supported overall restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
- Ensured smooth running of the kitchen by efficiently managing waste disposal tasks.
- Promptly addressed spills or broken glassware to prevent accidents in the workplace.
- Completed deep cleaning tasks as instructed by supervising chef or manager.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Computing
West Lothian College
Livingston 2022.08 - 2023.06
Skills
- Empathy for clients
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Client assessment capabilities
- Risk assessment application
- Personal care assistance
- Activities of Daily Living
- Patience
- Adaptable
- Mental health support
- Communication
- Socialising
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Support Worker
Mears Supported Living
2025.10 - 2026.04
NVQ Level 3 - Computing
West Lothian College
2022.08 - 2023.06
Kitchen porter
Gail Pearson
2018.05 - 2020.07