Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
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Martin  Fairhurst

Martin Fairhurst

Wigan,Greater Manchester

Summary

Support Worker with vast hands-on experience in providing compassionate care and support to individuals with diverse needs. Strong background in assisting with daily living activities, developing personalised care plans, and fostering positive relationships. Proven track record in crisis management, advocating for clients' rights, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care. Committed to making positive impact on clients' lives by promoting independence and enhancing overall well-being.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

TV Extra

Mint Casting
Manchester
02.2016 - Current

Having a passion for the arts and attending workshops throughout my life to enhance my acting skills, I joined Mint Casting Agency to gain industry experience and insight. Ive Participated in numerous drama productions, and commercials through the agency. Established trust with the agency, securing a regular background role on Coronation Street. Committed to agency roles only in free time, balancing opportunities with personal work schedule.

Market Trader

Self employed
Leigh, Greater Manchester
09.2023 - 12.2025

Established a stall in Leigh Indoor Market, specializing in magical and fantasy-themed garden and household goods.
Developed strong customer relations, resulting in a loyal customer base.
Identified market opportunity through personal interests and effectively showcased products.
Responded to challenges posed by building repairs that impacted stall operations.
Developed hobby on social media and various platforms to connect with community.

Sales Assistant

Ena Mill
09.2022 - 08.2023

Greeted customers at store entrance, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Assisted customers with inquiries and support to enhance shopping experience.
Maintained clean, organized, and well-stocked section to optimize customer engagement.
Operated tills efficiently to process transactions accurately.

Support Worker

Imagine Act And Succeed/ others
Wigan, Greater Manchester
05.2009 - 08.2022

Assisted with the day-to-day running of individuals' households, which included managing finances, budgeting, advocating with professionals, supporting community involvement, cooking, cleaning, shopping, personal hygiene, conducting risk assessments, planning activities, and keeping appointments on time.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - health and social care

Manchester College
Manchester, England
2011

GCSEs - General studies

Thomas Moore High School
Wigan, WGN
2004

Skills

  • Full clean driving licence
  • Health and Safety
  • Financial management
  • Risk assessment
  • Advocating for clients
  • Customer Relations
  • Creative

Certification

  • Level 1 Food safety awareness
  • health and safety home care 5
  • level 2 fire safety
  • epilepsy awareness
  • adult safeguarding
  • NCFE cache level 2 - understanding Autism

Hobbies and interests

  • Acting / Theatre
  • Gardening
  • The Outdoors
  • Keeping Fit
  • Socialising

Timeline

Market Trader

Self employed
09.2023 - 12.2025

Sales Assistant

Ena Mill
09.2022 - 08.2023

TV Extra

Mint Casting
02.2016 - Current

Support Worker

Imagine Act And Succeed/ others
05.2009 - 08.2022

NVQ Level 2 - health and social care

Manchester College

GCSEs - General studies

Thomas Moore High School
Martin Fairhurst