Kay Duffy
Emsworth,Hampshire
Summary
Approachable professional with strong communication skills, adept at building trusting relationships with diverse families. Experienced in facilitating sensitive discussions and ensuring families receive necessary support from various services. Skilled in creating welcoming environments for group sessions and providing relevant information. Proven ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain organized records while collaborating with team members to enhance service delivery.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Community Health Development Worker
Barnardos
Fareham, Hampshire
04.2017 - Current
- Delivery of workshops on child development topics to local families.
- Facilitates sessions in Early Years settings, focusing on oral health and wellbeing.
- Conducts wellbeing walks to promote post-partum exercise and strengthen community ties.
Intensive family support worker
Barnardos
Fareham, Hampshire
06.2016 - 03.2017
- Established trusting relationships with families to enhance engagement and participation.
- Assessed family needs and developed action plans to address specific challenges.
- Advocated for families in accessing community services and support networks.
Family Support Outreach Worker
Action For Children
Havant, Hampshire
05.2014 - 06.2016
- Provided one-to-one support for families within home environments.
- Facilitated groups and evidence-based parenting programmes to promote effective parenting strategies.
- Collaborated with parents and agencies to connect families with appropriate services.
- Attended child protection conferences to advocate for children's welfare.
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Haven Nursery School- Hampshire County Council
Gosport, Hampshire
01.2013 - 04.2014
Yellow Dot Town Nursery
Yellow Dot
Eastleigh, Hampshire
03.2012 - 12.2012
Play Development Officer
Pre-school Learning Alliance
Portsmouth, Hampshire
09.2009 - 03.2012
- Conducted one-to-one play sessions in home settings to enhance child development.
- Collaborated with parents and agencies to ensure comprehensive support.
- Signposted parents to relevant services for additional assistance.
- Supported family days at Kingston Prison to strengthen familial bonds.
Education
BA (Hons) Degree - Primary Education- Specialising in Early Years
University of Winchester
Winchester, Hampshire 09.2005 - 07.2009
Level 3 CACHE Diploma - Childcare and Education
Itchen College
Southampton 09.2003 - 07.2005
GCSEs -
Swanmore College of Technology
Swanmore, HampshireSkills
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Community outreach
- Workshop facilitation
- Knowledge of Fareham community groups
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Community Health Development Worker
Barnardos
04.2017 - Current
Intensive family support worker
Barnardos
06.2016 - 03.2017
Family Support Outreach Worker
Action For Children
05.2014 - 06.2016
Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Haven Nursery School- Hampshire County Council
01.2013 - 04.2014
Yellow Dot Town Nursery
Yellow Dot
03.2012 - 12.2012
Play Development Officer
Pre-school Learning Alliance
09.2009 - 03.2012
BA (Hons) Degree - Primary Education- Specialising in Early Years
University of Winchester
09.2005 - 07.2009
Level 3 CACHE Diploma - Childcare and Education
Itchen College
09.2003 - 07.2005
GCSEs -
Swanmore College of Technology