Maria Espinola
London,City of London
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in social care and care management, specialising in supporting individuals with learning disabilities. Demonstrates exceptional skills in communication excellence, medication administration, and managing medical appointments. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for vulnerable clients through a deep understanding of professional limits and activities of daily living.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Team leader
Creative Support
London, London
01.2022 - Current
- Implemented new working methods which improved overall efficiency of the team operations.
- Medication administration and medication audit.
- Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within the team.
- Prioritised tasks according to urgency and importance, optimising workload allocation among team members.
- Resolved conflicts effectively, promoting harmony within the workforce.
Support worker
SHP
London, City of London
02.2018 - 12.2021
- Contributed feedback on clients progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
- Support clients to meet their goals.
- Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
- Managed documentation process meticulously, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
- Contributed positively towards a healthy working environment through effective conflict resolution techniques.
SEN Nanny
Private family
Putney, Wandsworth
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Comforted children during stressful events ensuring emotional well-being.
- Coordinated play dates and outings to foster socialisation skills in children.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from day activities to nighttime routines, ensuring restful sleep.
- Discussed progress and behaviour with parents regularly maintaining open lines of communication.
- Encouraged outdoor play regularly to promote physical activity and health.
- Administered medication following Medical advice.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Business Management
Middlesex University
London, England 01.2021 - 06.2024
NVQ Level 3 - Health & Social Care
Care First
London 01.2020 - 12.2020
Skills
- Understanding of professional limits
- Dealing with vulnerable clients
- Activities of Daily Living
- Medication Administration
- Care management
- Social care
- Learning disabilities support
- Medical appointment management
- Communication excellence
Timeline
Team leader
Creative Support
01.2022 - Current
Higher National Diploma - Business Management
Middlesex University
01.2021 - 06.2024
NVQ Level 3 - Health & Social Care
Care First
01.2020 - 12.2020
Support worker
SHP
02.2018 - 12.2021
SEN Nanny
Private family
01.2018 - 12.2020