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Margaret Collins

Nottingham,Nottinghamshire

Summary

Experienced foster carer with 29 years of experience, providing care to vulnerable children and young people from the age of 0 to 18, with various additional and medical needs and conditions,

I provided a safe and loving home, liaised with social workers doctors and education professionals to make sure all needs were met.

Attended regular training courses, and meetings to stay updated on care plans and procedures.

Help teach day to day activities such as personal care, food preparation and acceptable social behaviour in and at of the home environment, and provided emotional support for placements moving on to the next steps in their lives

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work History

Carer

Katherine tighe
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
12.2022 - 04.2025
  • Demonstrated empathy towards the emotional needs of clients, providing necessary reassurance during difficult times.
  • Provided personal grooming assistance such as bathing or dressing up for enhanced self-esteem among clients.
  • Assisted with mobility to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment for all residents, reducing risk of falls or injuries.
  • Utilised active listening skills whilst engaging in conversation with clients, boosting their mood and overall happiness level.
  • Administered medication, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
  • Improved patient comfort by regularly changing bed linens and maintaining cleanliness of personal spaces.
  • Offered companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness in patients.
  • Coordinated appointments with healthcare professionals for routine check-ups and treatments.
  • Encouraged social interaction for improved mental health amongst residents.
  • Assisted clients with daily household tasks including cleaning, laundry and food preparation.
  • Safely transported and accompanied clients to appointments and activities.

Foster carer

Fostering people
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
08.2003 - 03.2024
  • Encouraged positive behaviours through structured routine and clear boundaries, fostering personal growth.
  • Promoted a positive image of fostering within the community; raising awareness about the importance of foster caring.
  • Built strong relationships with birth families where appropriate, strengthening family ties.
  • Tracked and recorded child's progress for review by social services team, contributing to overall care strategy.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments; supporting their academic endeavours.
  • Adhered strictly to safeguarding protocols; ensuring safety at all times.
  • Attended training courses on child psychology to better understand and address unique needs of foster children.
  • Delivered consistent care whilst managing challenging behaviour to ensure stability within the household.
  • Provided emotional support to children in foster care, resulting in improved mental well-being.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication with social workers, leading to more effective care plans.
  • Provided around-the-clock support during emergencies or crises; offering immediate help when needed.
  • Managed medical appointments and health needs of children, ensuring proper physical health.
  • Coordinated with school staff regarding child's progress, enhancing academic performance.
  • Worked closely with other professionals involved in child's welfare; improving collaborative efforts towards child’s wellbeing.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing living environment, promoting a sense of security.
  • Supported the transition of children into new homes, easing their adaptation process.
  • Navigated complex emotional situations with empathy and patience, aiding in conflict resolution.
  • Comforted children during times of crisis to provide security and safety measures.
  • Encouraged children to express views and opinions to increase confidence and openess.
  • Advocated for social, emotional and educational stability of children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
  • Established close relationships with community resources, teachers and health professionals to meet children's development needs.
  • Set fair boundaries with appropriate levels and methods of discipline.
  • Taught socially acceptable ways to behave and communicate, reinforcing appropriate behaviours through trauma-informed care.
  • Provided 24-hour day to day care of infants to adolescents to manage daily needs.
  • Fostered accepting, respectful and warm environment to establish safety and security for children.
  • Remembered children's life history by saving mementos, keepsakes and photographs.
  • Responded to behavioural crisis situations, applying least restrictive intervention methods.
  • Carried out child care plans whilst maintaining awareness of children's changing needs.
  • Met ongoing medical needs of children by coordinating with specialists.
  • Collaborated with supervising social worker and reviewing officers for optimal care.
  • Logged significant events throughout placement and contributed to reviews, case conferences and court hearings.
  • Supervised contact arrangements to oversee smooth process.

Foster carer

Nottinghamshire county Council
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
06.1996 - 08.2003
  • Encouraged positive behaviours through structured routine and clear boundaries, fostering personal growth.
  • Promoted a positive image of fostering within the community; raising awareness about the importance of foster caring.
  • Built strong relationships with birth families where appropriate, strengthening family ties.
  • Arranged social activities to boost confidence levels and encourage interaction with peers.
  • Tracked and recorded child's progress for review by social services team, contributing to overall care strategy.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments; supporting their academic endeavours.
  • Adhered strictly to safeguarding protocols; ensuring safety at all times.
  • Attended training courses on child psychology to better understand and address unique needs of foster children.
  • Delivered consistent care whilst managing challenging behaviour to ensure stability within the household.
  • Provided emotional support to children in foster care, resulting in improved mental well-being.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication with social workers, leading to more effective care plans.
  • Provided around-the-clock support during emergencies or crises; offering immediate help when needed.
  • Managed medical appointments and health needs of children, ensuring proper physical health.
  • Coordinated with school staff regarding child's progress, enhancing academic performance.
  • Worked closely with other professionals involved in child's welfare; improving collaborative efforts towards child’s wellbeing.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing living environment, promoting a sense of security.
  • Supported the transition of children into new homes, easing their adaptation process.
  • Navigated complex emotional situations with empathy and patience, aiding in conflict resolution.
  • Comforted children during times of crisis to provide security and safety measures.
  • Encouraged children to express views and opinions to increase confidence and openess.
  • Advocated for social, emotional and educational stability of children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
  • Established close relationships with community resources, teachers and health professionals to meet children's development needs.
  • Taught socially acceptable ways to behave and communicate, reinforcing appropriate behaviours through trauma-informed care.
  • Provided 24-hour day to day care of infants to adolescents to manage daily needs.
  • Fostered accepting, respectful and warm environment to establish safety and security for children.
  • Remembered children's life history by saving mementos, keepsakes and photographs.
  • Responded to behavioural crisis situations, applying least restrictive intervention methods.
  • Carried out child care plans whilst maintaining awareness of children's changing needs.
  • Met ongoing medical needs of children by coordinating with specialists.
  • Collaborated with supervising social worker and reviewing officers for optimal care.
  • Facilitated further skill development by providing effective mentoring in life skills.
  • Participated in community events and activities to encourage regular interaction for more stability.
  • Logged significant events throughout placement and contributed to reviews, case conferences and court hearings.
  • Attended therapy appointments and implemented advised strategies to enhance care.
  • Supervised contact arrangements to oversee smooth process.
  • Contributed to achieving positive outcomes of permanency plans by actively participating in court hearings.
  • Collaborated with external support providers to maintain good care continuity.

Classroom assistant

Voluntary
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
09.2000 - 07.2003
  • Contributed to extracurricular activities organisation, enriching student life outside academics.
  • Assisted in lesson planning, resulting in engaging class sessions.
  • Helped organise school trips, bringing real-world experiences into the curriculum.
  • Managed classroom resources effectively, ensuring accessibility for all pupils.
  • Supported teachers by preparing classroom materials.
  • Liaised with parents during parent-teacher meetings, facilitating open communication regarding student progress.
  • Promoted positive behaviour within the classroom setting, enhancing overall learning experience.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance to students struggling with coursework, aiding their understanding of complex topics.
  • Ensured a safe learning environment by monitoring student behaviour.
  • Accompanied students on field trips for safety and logistic support.
  • Provided friendly, enthusiastic support to pupils in individual and group support settings.
  • Supervised pupils during lunchtimes and educational visits.
  • Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
  • Encouraged student interaction in group activities, maintaining sensitivity to various special needs requirements.
  • Safeguarded student health and wellbeing within educational settings, taking appropriate action when needed.
  • Offered support to special needs students, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.

Cafe worker

Nottingham city council
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
09.1986 - 07.1991
  • Stocked display cases with fresh bakery items, enticing customers to make purchases.
  • Supported other team members during peak hours for smooth operations.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge about menu items, guiding customers effectively.
  • Rotated perishable products regularly, avoiding wastage due to spoilage.
  • Ensured cleanliness of cafe premises by performing regular cleaning duties.
  • Implemented hygiene standards strictly whilst working on food preparation tasks.
  • Prepared fresh pastries and sandwiches daily for a variety of offerings.
  • Prepared hot and cold beverages for customers' satisfaction.
  • Followed all cafe policies and procedures diligently for consistency in service quality.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, minimising discrepancies at the end of shift.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation.
  • Maintained clean and organised work area, contributing to efficient service delivery.
  • Dealt with customer queries and complaints, ensuring high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Delivered prompt service to customers, resulting in repeat business.
  • Engaged with customers in a polite manner, fostering a welcoming environment.
  • Cleaned, sanitised and organised food storage racks and bins, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards.
  • Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
  • Greeted customers and took orders in line with company style.
  • Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Used appropriate sanitising and cleaning products to maintain hygienic kitchen and food preparation areas.
  • Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.

Registered childminder

Nottinghamshire county Council
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
06.1984 - 10.1986
  • Prepared nutritious meals catering to various dietary restrictions boosting healthy eating habits.
  • Collaborated with parents to understand and cater to individual child needs.
  • Managed dietary requirements for each child, leading to improved overall health.
  • Supported toilet training efforts facilitating successful transition from nappies.
  • Delivered personalised care for infants including feeding changing nappies sleep scheduling.
  • Administered first aid promptly during emergencies, minimising injury complications.
  • Promoted good manners and personal hygiene among children instilling important life skills.
  • Developed engaging activities for children's cognitive growth through play-based learning methods.
  • Observed monitored recorded progress of each child providing valuable feedback to parents.
  • Coordinated outings to enhance children's understanding of the world around them.
  • Arranged stimulating resources promoting imaginative play enhancing creativity skills.
  • Implemented positive behaviour management techniques fostering respectful attitudes amongst children.
  • Conducted regular assessments of children's development, informing tailored care plans.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with families, resulting in long-term contracts.
  • Provided consistent daily routine establishing structure in the home setting.
  • Fostered a nurturing environment for children's emotional and social development.
  • Maintained clean and safe premises following rigorous hygiene standards, reducing risk of illness and injury.
  • Ensured child safety by implementing strict supervision routines and strategies.
  • Supervised children during rest and relaxation periods to maintain safety and facilitate mental and physical development.
  • Maintained clean, tidy areas within the home to mitigate potential health and safety risks to children in care.
  • Built and maintained transparent relationships with parents and caregivers to collaboratively resolve behavioural issues and facilitate cohesive care.

Playgroup assistant

Hyson green playgroup
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
05.1983 - 07.1986
  • Supervised outdoor playtimes whilst maintaining safety standards consistently.
  • Encouraged social interaction between kids, fostering a sense of community within the group.
  • Ensured every child felt valued and included through careful attention and interaction.
  • Supported educational games that improved fine motor skills amongst toddlers.
  • Engaged parents with regular updates on their child's progress and behaviour at school.
  • Prepared nutritious snacks for the kids, promoting healthy eating habits.
  • Responded quickly to accidents or illnesses, ensuring immediate medical intervention when required.
  • Aided in toilet training, teaching self-care skills to pre-schoolers effectively.
  • Developed creative learning activities for enhancing cognitive abilities of children.
  • Provided emotional support to distressed children, soothing them effectively.
  • Facilitated imaginative play by providing various toys and materials for the kids.
  • Maintained safe environment for children by ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in the play area.
  • Assisted during art and craft sessions which fostered creativity among toddlers.
  • Organised story-telling sessions that enhanced listening skills amongst young learners.
  • Helped children with their daily routines such as washing hands, eating meals and nap time.
  • Assisted in monitoring children's behaviour to ensure a positive learning environment.
  • Developed positive relationships with young people, parents and professionals.
  • Provided healthy, safe and secure play spaces.
  • Set up play areas, materials and equipment to enhance activities and encourage physical health.
  • Engaged small groups of children in singing, crafts and other expressive arts activities.
  • Created and maintained safe, creative and stimulating environment for children's play.
  • Used wide range of resources suitable for children's ages, interests and abilities.
  • Looked after upset or unwell children, providing emotional support.
  • Provided opportunities for creative learning through fun and educational games.
  • Dealt with injuries and emergencies promptly and efficiently.

Clerical assistant

DHSS
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
04.1978 - 08.1981
  • Ensured accurate record keeping with diligent data entry tasks.
  • Contributed to team success by providing clerical support during large scale projects or events.
  • Improved office efficiency by maintaining and organising physical and digital files.
  • Facilitated office cleanliness, coordinated with janitorial services regularly.
  • Kept abreast of office supply inventory levels, ordered necessary items timely to avoid shortages.
  • Contributed towards a positive work environment by assisting colleagues as needed during busy periods or absences due to illness or holidays.
  • Ensured confidentiality of sensitive information adhering strictly to data protection policies.
  • Managed incoming post to maintain regular communication flow within the department.
  • Handled basic invoicing and mail management for office staff.
  • Kept office tidy, organised and stocked with supplies.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout busy office environments.

Retail assistant

Debenhams
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
05.1976 - 05.1978
  • Handled cash register operations efficiently, minimising queue lengths at checkouts.
  • Managed inventory for streamlined store operations.
  • Followed company policies whilst handling returns and exchanges, preserving customer loyalty.
  • Handled transactions, maintaining accurate till records.
  • Assisted in stock replenishment to maintain store appearance.
  • Provided coverage during peak times to manage customer flow effectively.
  • Maintained clean shop floor, promoting a welcoming environment.
  • Guided customers towards appropriate products based on their preferences, boosting overall satisfaction.
  • Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
  • Participated in seasonal sale preparations by arranging promotional displays strategically.
  • Resolved customer complaints, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Stayed updated on current promotions and new products to provide accurate information to customers.
  • Rotated stock periodically, reducing instances of expired or outdated inventory.
  • Helped in the setup of special events and promotional activities within the store.
  • Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
  • Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods, providing customer receipts for reference.
  • Monitored display stock levels, replenishing for consistently well-stocked sales floor.
  • Followed company procedures and guidelines for smooth retail operations.
  • Took interest in customers' needs and concerns to provide throughtful advice and product recommendations.
  • Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.
  • Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide targeted advice, increasing sales opportunities.

Education

Nvq asseser - Child care

Nee college nottingham
Nottingham
2003

NVQ Level 3 - Caring for children and young people

New college nottingham
Nottingham
2002

NNEB - Child care

Waverlwy college
Nottingham
04.1976

GCSEs - English, maths, biology, art, pottery

Arnold hill comprehensive
Nottingham
09.1973

Arnold conyty secondary modern school for girls
Nottingham
09.1971

Skills

  • Patient hygiene maintenance
  • Adaptable to patient needs
  • Glucose testing capabilities
  • Residential home experience
  • Personal care assistance
  • Dementia care
  • Meal and snack preparation
  • Meal assistance
  • Well-organised
  • First aid training
  • Dignity in care
  • Compassionate care
  • In-home care
  • First Aid
  • Elderly care
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Personal care
  • Housekeeping
  • Food preparation

Hobbies

In my spare time I enjoy Crafting, card making, knitting and crochet.

Timeline

Carer

Katherine tighe
12.2022 - 04.2025

Foster carer

Fostering people
08.2003 - 03.2024

Classroom assistant

Voluntary
09.2000 - 07.2003

Foster carer

Nottinghamshire county Council
06.1996 - 08.2003

Cafe worker

Nottingham city council
09.1986 - 07.1991

Registered childminder

Nottinghamshire county Council
06.1984 - 10.1986

Playgroup assistant

Hyson green playgroup
05.1983 - 07.1986

Clerical assistant

DHSS
04.1978 - 08.1981

Retail assistant

Debenhams
05.1976 - 05.1978

Nvq asseser - Child care

Nee college nottingham

NVQ Level 3 - Caring for children and young people

New college nottingham

NNEB - Child care

Waverlwy college

GCSEs - English, maths, biology, art, pottery

Arnold hill comprehensive

Arnold conyty secondary modern school for girls

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