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Lewis Taylor

Pelton, County Durham,England

Summary

Housing Support Worker with a strong focus on empowering young people to develop independence and manage tenancies. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Experienced in understanding the complex needs of young people from challenging backgrounds and committed to fostering positive outcomes through effective support.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Housing support worker

Together For Children (Sunderland Council)
Sunderland, Tyne and wear
04.2021 - Current

Supported young people in developing their independence skills and how to manage their own tenancy.

Experienced plenty of lone working and can fulfill my job role without any support from others but also work effectively with a team.

I have a full understanding of the complex needs that young people may have when they have come from traumatic backgrounds and how to support them.

I have taken on extra responsibilities to be able to further develop myself within the role to allow future progression in the job.

I am experienced in writing reports on young people to evidence the support we have provided to them.

Ensured safety and wellbeing of tenants through regular property maintenance checks.

Supported individuals facing eviction to negotiate with landlords or housing associations for better outcomes.

Youth Mentor

Foundation of Light
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Promoted healthy lifestyles by organising sports activities.
  • Identified potential issues promptly, taking necessary action.
  • Nurtured a safe atmosphere conducive to learning and growing.
  • Assisted mentees in problem-solving, enhancing their decision-making abilities.
  • Maintained thorough records of each mentee's progress and developments.
  • Conducted regular meetings with parents to discuss progress and concerns.
  • Organised group activities to foster teamwork and communication skills.
  • Enhanced the self-esteem of youths through positive reinforcement techniques.

General assistant

Nissan Sports and Leisure Complex
Washington, Tyne and Wear
10.2019 - 09.2020
  • Leading sports coaching sessions of a variety of sports.
  • Managing behaviour of large groups of children.
  • Delivering safe and fun activities during the school holidays.
  • Working with a large range of sporting abilities and adapting to meet needs of everyone.
  • Communicating effectively with the children to get to know them on a personal level.
  • Risk assessing each lesson to minimize any potential risk.
  • Working events such as weddings, funeral wakes and birthday parties behind the bar.
  • Preparing buffets ready to be delivered to the Nissan factory.
  • Delivering the buffets in the van to the relevant location in the factory.

Bar supervisor

The Havelock
Washington, Tyne and Wear
09.2016 - 09.2019
  • Ensured a safe environment by strictly adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Trained staff for improved service quality and professionalism.
  • Adhered to licensing regulations, maintaining the reputation of the establishment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by managing bar operations efficiently.
  • Handled difficult customers tactfully, ensuring minimum disruption to other guests.
  • Maintained clean premises, promoting a welcoming atmosphere for patrons.
  • Organised stock inventory to prevent shortages during peak hours.
  • Managed cash flow, ensuring correct transaction procedures were followed.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering positive relationships with clientele.

Education

Undergraduate degree - Sport with Education

University of Sunderland
Sunderland
06.2020

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Collaborative teamwork ethos
  • Motivated and passionate
  • Problem-solving
  • Mentoring colleagues

Hobbies

Run my own football team.

Lifelong Sunderland Supporter.

Cockapoo Dog Owner.

Love to be active

Certification

Introduction to Coaching Football (Level 1)

FA First Aid Qualified

FA Qualified Referee

Timeline

Housing support worker

Together For Children (Sunderland Council)
04.2021 - Current

Youth Mentor

Foundation of Light
09.2020 - 04.2021

General assistant

Nissan Sports and Leisure Complex
10.2019 - 09.2020

Bar supervisor

The Havelock
09.2016 - 09.2019

Undergraduate degree - Sport with Education

University of Sunderland
Lewis Taylor