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Joshua Whitmore
Summary
Resourceful professional experienced in warehouse operations and children's residential care. Builds positive relationships and thrives in demanding environments. Aiming to leverage skills in a structured role that fosters teamwork and supports service delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Residential Care Worker
Country Homes for Children
Eccleshall, Staffordshire
02.2026 - Current
- Supported young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a residential setting.
- Built positive, trusting relationships through consistent, person-centred support.
- Maintained accurate records and contributed to safeguarding and care planning.
- Worked effectively with colleagues and external professionals.
- Completed extensive mandatory training including safeguarding, behaviour support and trauma-informed practice.
- Administered medication using MAR charts, ensuring accurate recording and safe practice.
- Managed detailed shift handovers, maintaining continuity of care between staff teams.
- Completed room, vehicle and communal safety checks, reporting hazards promptly and maintaining compliance.
Picker Packer
Cardigan Cards
Stafford, Staffordshire
05.2021 - 09.2025
- Picked and packed high-volume customer orders accurately.
- Supported stock control, replenishment and warehouse organisation.
- Assisted with training colleagues and maintaining efficient workflows.
- Recognised for reliability, accuracy and attention to detail.
- Inspected incoming deliveries for defects and reported issues where required.
- Reconciled physical stock counts against inventory records.
- Processed customer returns and updated warehouse records accurately.
Warehouse Operative
Wincanton Screwfix
Stafford, Staffordshire
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Worked across picking, dispatch, replenishment, goods-in and packing departments.
- Assisted with training new starters and maintaining safe working practices.
- Picked and scanned customer orders using handheld RF equipment, improving dispatch accuracy.
Kitchen Assistant
The Star Inn
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported food preparation and ensured smooth daily kitchen operations.
- Assisted in multiple kitchen roles, including porter, food service, and bar support, contributing to efficient service delivery.
Education
GCSEs - English
Stafford College
Stafford06-2016
GCSEs - Maths, Science & ICT
King Edwards VI High School
Stafford06-2013
Skills
- Child Welfare Documentation
- Safeguarding Awareness
- First Aid Training
- Data Entry & Quality Control
- Microsoft Office & General IT Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Organisation & Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Customer Service
- Empathy
- Category B Driving Licence
Interests
Timeline
Children's Residential Care Worker
Country Homes for Children
02.2026 - Current
Picker Packer
Cardigan Cards
05.2021 - 09.2025
Warehouse Operative
Wincanton Screwfix
08.2020 - 03.2021
Kitchen Assistant
The Star Inn
09.2019 - 03.2020
GCSEs - English
Stafford College
GCSEs - Maths, Science & ICT
King Edwards VI High School