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Kirsty Guarino

Support Worker
Warwick,Warwickshire
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Kirsty Guarino

Overview

11
years of professional experience

Summary

Hard working, motivated and eager to learn. A team player, fully flexible and adaptable to change, with a confident approach when acting on own initiative.

Work History

Avon Support LTD
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

Support Worker
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Facilitated weekly group meetings, providing safe, secure spaces for service users to interact and socialise.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
  • Empowered individuals to pursue hobbies and leisure activities such as shopping and creative activities.
  • Promoted personal wellbeing and independence, building service user confidence through social and community interaction.
  • Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
  • Conducted one-to-one and group support sessions, helping service users to achieve care plan objectives.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting and moving clients.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Checked medication schedules and patient needs to verify correct medication administration.
  • Safely drove clients to social activities and appointments.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours and all incidents.
  • Adhered to all company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
  • Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
  • Assisted with medicine and stock counting, ordering and replenishing.
  • Provided attentive first-hand care, comfort and safety to patients.

South Warwickshire Methodist
Wellesbourne, Warwickshire

Circuit Administrator
11.2022 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Effectively managed incoming and outgoing mail to maximise office efficiency.
  • Liaised with customers to resolve enquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
  • Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email and in-person to deliver accurate service information.
  • Organised physical files and digitised records to support ease of access and GDPR compliance.
  • Collaborated with different departments to maintain positive rapport and smooth workflow.
  • Updated website content to feature announcements and developments.
  • Oversaw database to maintain updated records and accuracy.
  • Acted as main contact for internal and external clients.
  • Typed and proofread documents produced by other staff members.
  • Handled scheduling of meetings and calendar management for senior staff.
  • Created email notifications, invitations and agendas for meetings, events and appointments.

South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
Warwick, Warwickshire

NHS Receptionist Podiatry
03.2022 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Screened and verified visitor IDs, maintaining security of personnel and office environment.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees, including copying, faxing and file management.
  • Collected and distributed incoming mail, employing strict confidentiality throughout.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive impression of the company.
  • Answered and helped resolve enquiries from clients, vendors and general public.
  • Updated client accounts and patient charts to maintain accurate and up-to-date files.
  • Followed up on queries within agreed timeframes to provide detailed response.
  • Facilitated guest flow by ensuring clear, continuous communication of patient arrivals and delays.
  • Operated switchboard to facilitate prompt call handling.
  • Protected patient rights through continued discretion and confidentiality.
  • Set up new patients within target timeframes.
  • Updated patient records for continued compliance with policies.
  • Scheduled patient appointments using Lorenzo booking system.
  • Communicated results to patients following instructions from medical professionals.

South Warwickshire GP Federation
Warwick, Warwickshire

Booking Assistant - Covid Hotline
09.2021 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Outbound & Inbound - Working from home
  • Covid 19 Booster Vaccination Booking Advisor
  • Calling patients on behalf of GP Surgery's to Book Their
  • Flu & Covid Vaccinations
  • Dealing with private and confidential medical history
  • Using AccuRx & Lantum softeware.
  • Consistently exceeded client expectations, providing support and guidance throughout the entire booking lifecycle.
  • Compiled personal information and supporting documentation to determine eligibility for The Covid Booster program.

One Stop
Wellesbourne, Warwickshire

Post Office - Officer In Charge
08.2019 - 09.2021

Job overview


  • Documentation Verification
  • Drove sales by verifying customers were constantly informed of the latest products and services available.
  • Supported customers with passport and driving licence applications, providing appropriate forms and guidance as necessary .
  • Effectively processed letters and parcels, offering advice on suitable services in line with customer requirements.
  • Inspected mail and packages for clear labelling and correct postage to prevent bounce backs.
  • Undertook regular compliance tests in line with Post Office policies, ensuring continued best working practices.
  • Accurately converted and sold foreign currency, maintaining thorough, responsible cash handling in line with company policy.
  • Accurately paid out pensions and benefits
  • Maintained a clean, tidy working area for continued health and safety compliance and optimised professional company appearance.

The Charlecote Pheasant
Charlecote, Warwickshire

Bartender
09.2018 - 07.2019

Job overview

  • Prepared and served various beverages efficiently, maintaining prompt bar service during peak business hours.
  • Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
  • Maintained a spotlessly clean and tidy bar area in line with health and hygiene regulations.
  • Created a friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
  • Engaged with guests to create positive rapport, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.
  • Collected cash payments, processing and providing correct change and receipts using Point Of Sale (POS) systems.
  • Fully complied with licensing laws and regulations, maintaining awareness of policy and procedure updates.
  • Checked ID to maintain licensing law compliance, refusing drinks service to guests without appropriate proof of age.

British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)
Stratford Upon Avon, Warwickshire

Customer Services Advisor
01.2016 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Dealing with emotionally complex decision
  • Liaise and build relationships with units and other providers within the NHS
  • Daily management of relevant Emails between Hospitals, GP Surgeries
  • Identified at risk individuals on calls, following safeguarding procedures due to the nature of the job (Referrals for Termination, Vasectomy)
  • De-escalated aggressive and highly emotional calls with firm and diplomatic tone.
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Consistently achieved average call duration and service quality targets.
  • Logged call details and customer information in secure systems, improving data collection measures.

Glow Tanning Lounge
Stratford Upon Avon, Warwickshire

Shop Manager
11.2012 - 12.2015

Job overview

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  • Maintained general appointment calendar and set shift schedules.
  • Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases and shelf stock.
  • Provided expert skincare and home care advice, recommending relevant retail products to aid overall profits.
  • Furthered salon popularity and reputation through effective business development and marketing strategies.
  • Processed sales, exchange and refund transactions efficiently to reduce customer waiting times.
  • Educated customers on promotions, offers and special events to enhance product sales.
  • Managed social media accounts by composing content, engaging with followers in comments, monitoring activities, and researching trends.
  • Performed end-of-day cashing up procedures.
  • Diplomatically handled queries, concerns and complaints in person, by phone and email.
  • Greeted incoming customers in a professional manner and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Screened and verified visitor IDs and purpose of visit
  • Maximised client comfort by ensuring hygiene, cleanliness and tidiness of treatment rooms.

Education

Open University
Milton Keynes

Certificate of Higher Education from People, Work , Society (Access Module)
06.2022

Stratford Upon Avon College
Stratford Upon Avon

Diploma of Higher Education from Booking Keeping Level 1
07.2018

Sitel
Stratford Upon Avon

NVQ Level 2 from Customer Service
09.2010

Warwickshire College
Warwickshire

NVQ Level 2 from Hairdressing
08.2009

Trinity Catholic School
Leamington Spa

GCSE
2007

Kineton High School
Warwick

2005

Skills

  • Vulnerable individual safeguarding - Level 2 Safeguarding Children & Adult Certificate (NHS E Learn)
  • Call prioritisation and transfers
  • Sales negotiating
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • Cash handling
  • Customer rapport building
  • Telesales
  • Database administration
  • Inbound & outbound call handling
  • Staff Management
  • Customer Service
  • Teambuilding
  • Attention to Detail
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Adaptable and versatile, able to work on a diverse range of projects
  • Able to work equally well as an individual or as part of a team
  • Hard working and motivated to achieve
  • Touch Typing
  • Call Centre Experience
  • Complaint Handling/Dispute Resolution
  • Ms Word/Excel, PowerPoint
  • Administration Duties (Emailing, Faxing, Filing, Data Input)
  • Medication administration
  • Clean driving record
  • Personal care
  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Disability care
  • Patient handling and positioning
  • Hoist operation
  • Confidential record management
  • Personal care assistance
  • Patient hygiene management

Additional Information

  • Eligible to work in the UK: Yes
  • Full UK Driving Licence
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Timeline

Support Worker

Avon Support LTD
01.2023 - Current

Circuit Administrator

South Warwickshire Methodist
11.2022 - 01.2023

NHS Receptionist Podiatry

South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
03.2022 - 11.2022

Booking Assistant - Covid Hotline

South Warwickshire GP Federation
09.2021 - 03.2022

Post Office - Officer In Charge

One Stop
08.2019 - 09.2021

Bartender

The Charlecote Pheasant
09.2018 - 07.2019

Customer Services Advisor

British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)
01.2016 - 08.2017

Shop Manager

Glow Tanning Lounge
11.2012 - 12.2015

Open University

Certificate of Higher Education from People, Work , Society (Access Module)

Stratford Upon Avon College

Diploma of Higher Education from Booking Keeping Level 1

Sitel

NVQ Level 2 from Customer Service

Warwickshire College

NVQ Level 2 from Hairdressing

Trinity Catholic School

GCSE

Kineton High School

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