Lauren Chappell
Sheffield,South Yorkshire
Summary
Compassionate Teaching Assistant equipped with Level 2 certification and over 20 years of experience supporting children with diverse needs. Proven ability to foster individual growth through patience, encouragement, and effective communication. Committed to creating a positive learning environment that empowers children to thrive.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
Home carer
Self Employed (Family Caregiver)
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
2006.08 - Current
- Delivered physiotherapy exercises, promoting improved mobility in patient with physical disabilities.
- Taught self-care skills to patients, fostering independence and dignity.
- Handled emergency situations calmly; contacted relevant medical teams efficiently.
- Administered medication as prescribed to manage health conditions effectively.
- Improved patient nutrition through careful meal preparation in line with dietary requirements.
- Coordinated appointments to ensure optimal healthcare provision.
- Conducted risk assessments around the house, minimising potential dangers for client.
- Ensured client comfort by providing direct personal care, including bathing and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs regularly; alerted medical professionals to safeguard client health.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues to increase independence and confidence.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patient to promote their wellbeing.
- Facilitated social integration activities for clients' mental stimulation and community engagement.
- Utilised lifting equipment correctly to move disabled patient safely around the home environment.
- Assisted in daily personal care routines for improved patient wellbeing.
- Closely monitored patient conditions, minimising need for additional medical attention.
- Managed diverse daily wellbeing duties, from activity planning to mobility support.
- Escorted client to medical appointments, ensuring they arrived safely and on time.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by providing faultless personal care.
- Adapted care activities in response to clients' mood, energy levels, and preferences.
- Partnered with supervisors and social services team to help coordinate quality care.
Education
NCFE Level 2, Diploma and NCFE CACHE - Teaching Assistant
Think Employment
Sheffield, United Kingdom 2026.06 - 2026.09
Higher National Diploma - Business Studies
Stocksbridge College
Sheffield, South Yorkshire 2007.09 - 2008.07
GCSEs - Education
Stocksbridge High School
Sheffield, South Yorkshire 2000.09 - 2005.07
Skills
- Time efficiency
- Clear communication
- Stress management
- Behavioural support strategies
- Communication skills
- Resilience under pressure
- Initiative taking
- Negotiation with healthcare providers
- Dignity maintenance
- Personal care
- Patient relationship building
- Manual handling techniques
- Medication administration
- Care planning
- Physical disability expertise
- Incontinence management
Affiliations
- Reading
- Walking
- Yoga
- Arts and Crafts
- Crocheting
Timeline
NCFE Level 2, Diploma and NCFE CACHE - Teaching Assistant
Think Employment
2026.06 - 2026.09
Higher National Diploma - Business Studies
Stocksbridge College
2007.09 - 2008.07
Home carer
Self Employed (Family Caregiver)
2006.08 - Current
GCSEs - Education
Stocksbridge High School
2000.09 - 2005.07