KIM ATTENBOROUGH
Towcester,Northamptonshire
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in person-centred care and emotional support for vulnerable individuals. Proven ability to build trust, maintain confidentiality, and promote independence. Skilled in training and mentoring healthcare staff to enhance service delivery and patient care. Available to start immediately.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Education & Training Manager
Boston Scientific
2012.01 - 2025.12
- Lead education and training programmes for healthcare professionals.
- Coach, mentor and support individuals to develop knowledge and confidence.
- Build strong relationships across healthcare environments.
- Deliver training with empathy, patience and professionalism.
Regional Sales Manager
Boston Scientific
2009.01 - 2012.01
- Managed regional teams and developed strong stakeholder relationships.
- Supported healthcare professionals and hospital teams across the region.
Territory Manager
Boston Scientific
2005.01 - 2009.01
- Worked closely with clinicians and healthcare teams.
- Delivered education, support and ongoing relationship management.
Clinical Specialist
Guidant UK
2001.01 - 2005.01
- Provided specialist clinical support in hospital environments.
- Worked directly with healthcare professionals and patients.
Senior Cardiac Technician / Cardiac Physiologist
Freeman Hospital & Green Lane Hospital
1987.01 - 2001.01
- Provided comprehensive support to patients throughout all stages of procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding.
- Delivered reassurance to patients and families during stressful situations, fostering a calming environment.
- Uphold high standards of patient care, demonstrating professionalism and ensuring confidentiality in all interactions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide cohesive patient care.
- Over 14 years of direct patient-facing healthcare experience.
Education
Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health - Nutrition
Bridgwater And Taunton College
Taunton (online) 2023.09 - 2023.12
Master of Science - Clinical Education
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh (online/remote) 2018.10 - 2021.10
HNC - Business
Northampton University
Northampton 2005.01 - 2006.01
Diploma - Mathematics
Open University
Newcastle Upon Tyne 1996.09 - 1998.12
ONC/HNC - Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement
Newcastle College
Newcastle upon Tyne 1989.01 - 1992.01
A Levels - Physics and Biology
Walbottle High School
Newcastle upon TyneGCSE/O Levels - Maths and English
Walbottle High School
Newcastle upon TyneSkills
- Person-Centred Care, active listening
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Trust building
- Safeguarding Awareness
- Supporting Vulnerable Adults
- Independence promotion
- Relationship communication
- Confidentiality management
- Healthcare Experience
- Teamwork and Independent Working
- Reliability and Professionalism
Accomplishments
- More than 30 years supporting patients and healthcare professionals in clinical and healthcare settings.
- Macmillan Buddy Volunteer providing companionship and emotional support to people affected by cancer (2022–2024).
- Volunteer Counsellor supporting young people aged 12–25 through active listening and emotional support.
- Volunteer Driver with Towcester Door to Door supporting community members with transport and social inclusion.
- Award for Excellent Contribution to Business Growth (2003).
- Sales Excellence Divisional Winner (2006).
- International President's Club Winner (2007).
RELEVANT CARE & COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE
- Towcester Door to Door Volunteer Driver, 2026 - Present, Provide safe and reliable transport for members of the local community., Support older and vulnerable people attending appointments., Build positive relationships through companionship and conversation., Help promote independence and reduce social isolation.
- Macmillan Buddy Volunteer 2022 - 2024, Provided one-to-one emotional support and companionship for people affected by cancer., Offered encouragement, empathy and a listening ear during difficult periods., Helped individuals feel less isolated and more connected to available support services., Maintained confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.
- Lowdown Charity Volunteer Counsellor, 2004 - 2012. Supported young people aged 12–25 through person centred counselling, active listening and emotional support., Built trust and rapport within a safe and non-judgemental environment., Encouraged confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing., Maintained confidentiality and accurate records.
Affiliations
- Pickleball, community involvement, cooking, cycling, walking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health - Nutrition
Bridgwater And Taunton College
2023.09 - 2023.12
Master of Science - Clinical Education
University of Edinburgh
2018.10 - 2021.10
Education & Training Manager
Boston Scientific
2012.01 - 2025.12
Regional Sales Manager
Boston Scientific
2009.01 - 2012.01
HNC - Business
Northampton University
2005.01 - 2006.01
Territory Manager
Boston Scientific
2005.01 - 2009.01
Clinical Specialist
Guidant UK
2001.01 - 2005.01
Diploma - Mathematics
Open University
1996.09 - 1998.12
ONC/HNC - Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement
Newcastle College
1989.01 - 1992.01
Senior Cardiac Technician / Cardiac Physiologist
Freeman Hospital & Green Lane Hospital
1987.01 - 2001.01
A Levels - Physics and Biology
Walbottle High School
GCSE/O Levels - Maths and English
Walbottle High School