Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Johnkennedy Amaefule

Aberdeen,United Kingdom

Summary

Compassionate and emotionally intelligent Support Worker with experience delivering one-to-one, person-led support to individuals with physical disabilities, learning difficulties, mental health conditions, and older adults. Skilled in building enabling relationships, promoting wellbeing, and supporting people to live independently, stay connected to their communities, and achieve their personal outcomes. I bring a calm, reflective, and flexible approach to care grounded in human rights and inclusion. Confident working in self-managing teams, contributing to planning, problem-solving, and shared responsibility. Fully trained in First Aid, Safeguarding, and Manual Handling, with a deep commitment to dignity, respect, and company values.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Personal Assistant/Support Worker

Carewell Limited
09.2023 - Current
  • Provide one-to-one, person-led support for individuals with physical disabilities and learning difficulties, focusing on personal interests, goals, and wellbeing.
  • Contributed to My Life, My Support Plan by regularly reflecting on outcomes, reviewing progress, and adapting support to fit changing needs.
  • Encouraged and enabled individuals to build positive relationships, connect with their communities, and engage in meaningful activities such as music, art, and nature walks.
  • Maintained a calm, respectful presence in challenging situations by applying emotional intelligence, active listening, and a rights-based approach.
  • Supported individuals with a range of needs, disabilities, mental health issues, or older age to live independently and pursue their personal goals.
  • Built enabling, respectful relationships through active listening and emotional intelligence, in line with the company's values
  • Encouraged community inclusion by supporting people to engage in activities like group outings, art sessions, or wellbeing walks.
  • Assisted with daily routines such as preparing meals, attending appointments, or managing personal care, always working at the person’s pace and preferences.

Volunteer support worker

Heat Of Africa Charity UK Larkhall
10.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supported individuals with a range of needs, disabilities, mental health issues, or older age to live independently and pursue their personal goals.
  • Built enabling, respectful relationships through active listening and emotional intelligence, in line with the company's policy.
  • Encouraged community inclusion by supporting people to engage in activities like group outings, art sessions, or wellbeing walks.
  • Assisted with daily routines such as preparing meals, attending appointments, or managing personal care, always working at the person’s pace and preferences.
  • Learned to use person-centred tools like My Life, My Support Plan and contributed to recording progress and adapting support to meet changing outcomes.

Health care assistant

EL Comfort Hospital
03.2020 - 09.2022
  • Supported individuals with a range of needs including physical disabilities, dementia, and mental health conditions, always upholding dignity and personal choice.
  • Assisted with daily living activities such as washing, dressing, mobility, toileting, and eating — while encouraging independence wherever possible.
  • Monitored and recorded health observations (e.g. temperature, pulse, medication support), reporting any concerns to senior staff.
  • Provided emotional reassurance and built trusting relationships through active listening, empathy, and respect.
  • Maintained accurate care records and supported person-led care planning in collaboration with individuals, families, and professionals.
  • Worked effectively as part of a care team — communicating clearly, following care plans, and ensuring safe, high-quality care at all times.

System Development Company Network Administrator

Jesstrea International Academy
02.2017 - 02.2020
  • Maintained network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring optimal performance and security.
  • Monitored network performance and troubleshot issues, minimizing downtime.
  • Provided technical support to end-users and resolved network-related issues promptly.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement new network solutions and upgrades.
  • Gained experience in identifying and resolving physical obstructions in networking setups

Education

Master of Science - Construction Project Management

Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen, UK
09.2022 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Technology - Environmental Technology

Federal University Of Technology Owerri
Nigeria
11.2009 - 09.2016

Skills



  • Person-centred care
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Teamwork & self-management
  • Reflective practice
  • Promoting independence
  • Community engagement
  • Safeguarding awareness
  • Clear communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Commitment to inclusion


Languages

English
Fluent

Certification



First Aid & CPR – Certifications Manual Handling
Safeguarding Adults & Children Training.

Accomplishments

  • Supported the individual to reconnect with their families by encouraging and accompanying them to weekly art sessions, increasing their confidence and sense of belonging.
  • Contributed to regular updates of My Life, My Support Plan by reflecting with the person and the team, leading to improved routines based on what truly mattered to them.


Affiliations

Volunteering at local community centres and care facilities, I have supported activities that promote wellbeing and connection, particularly through literacy and educational programmes for children. This reflects my commitment to inclusion, dignity, and helping others thrive within their communities.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Personal Assistant/Support Worker

Carewell Limited
09.2023 - Current

Volunteer support worker

Heat Of Africa Charity UK Larkhall
10.2022 - 08.2023

Master of Science - Construction Project Management

Robert Gordon University
09.2022 - 01.2024

Health care assistant

EL Comfort Hospital
03.2020 - 09.2022

System Development Company Network Administrator

Jesstrea International Academy
02.2017 - 02.2020

Bachelor of Technology - Environmental Technology

Federal University Of Technology Owerri
11.2009 - 09.2016
Johnkennedy Amaefule