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Michael Plumridge

Weston-super-Mare,North Somerset

Summary

Dependable professional with strong interpersonal skills and a track record of effective collaboration in team settings. Expertise in progress monitoring, reporting, and documentation, emphasizing safety-conscious practices. Proficient in computer systems and experienced in managing support groups to create positive environments. Dedicated to upholding high standards of professionalism while driving organisational success.

Compassionate Support Worker with knack for building positive relationships and creating supportive environment. Skilled in managing challenging behaviours and providing emotional support, resulting in improved client well-being and increased independence. Known for fostering trust and promoting positive atmosphere.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Support worker

Empower Family group
West Monkton, Somerset
09.2023 - Current
  • I have supported individuals both in supported living and residential in daily living activities, ensuring appropriate support if offered or provided
  • I am able to cultivated positive working relationships with my colleagues, including the management team, families and other multi professionals to enhance the support offered and provided to the young people we care and support.
  • I am used to and confident in working alongside a variety of professionals both as a support worker and as a teacher.
  • With my background as a teacher and supporting young adults in supported living I am used to working with a range of abilities and behaviours. With these skills I am able to assess individual needs and make a plan of action to support progress.
  • As an experienced teacher and through my experience working in 16+ I have a continuing understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.

Teacher

Mead Vale primary School (ELAN)
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
06.2008 - 08.2023

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  • Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that enhanced student learning experiences.
  • Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and provided constructive feedback.
  • A strong track record in the professional practice of improving the development of colleagues in their professional progression through staff training sessions and one-to-one bespoke training.
  • Promoted physical, spiritual, cognitive and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
  • Adapted instructional strategies to meet the individual needs of students within a dynamic classroom setting.

Education

Level 4 Children & Young People Practitioner Stand - Care

TRN
Bristol
09.2002 - 06.2006

Level 4 Children & Young People Practitioner Stand - Care

TRN
Gateshead
05.2023 - 02.2025

Postgraduate in Dyslexia SpLD - SPDL

Edgehill University
Ormskirk, Lancashire
09.2010 - 06.2011

Skills

● Strong collaborator

● Positive and encouraging

● Computer proficient

● Progress monitoring

● Strong interpersonal skills

● Clean driving record

● Reporting and documentation

● Safety-conscious

  • reliable and trustworthy
  • Support group management

Affiliations

  • Golf, running and travelling

Timeline

Support worker

Empower Family group
09.2023 - Current

Level 4 Children & Young People Practitioner Stand - Care

TRN
05.2023 - 02.2025

Postgraduate in Dyslexia SpLD - SPDL

Edgehill University
09.2010 - 06.2011

Teacher

Mead Vale primary School (ELAN)
06.2008 - 08.2023

Level 4 Children & Young People Practitioner Stand - Care

TRN
09.2002 - 06.2006
Michael Plumridge