Mufutau Olalekan
18 Furzehill road Plymouth.,Devon
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Support Worker with extensive experience providing person-centred care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and autism. Skilled in supporting daily living activities, promoting independence, and creating a safe, nurturing environment that encourages personal growth. Adept at developing care plans, administering support in line with health and social care standards, and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and external agencies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
SUPPORT WORKER
Phoenix learning and care
Teignmouth, Devon
04.2024 - 11.2025
- Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.
- Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
- Administered medication with rigorous planning and recordkeeping.
- Promoted personal wellbeing and independence, building service user confidence through social and community interaction.
- Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
- Helped service users to gain ability to function independently in society.
- Provided support in social, physical and emotional areas to assist clients with integration into local community.
- Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.
- Provided companionship during outings contributing to active social life for clients.
TEAM LEADER CARE WORKER/DRIVER
FIRST CHOICE NURSING GROUP
Plymouth, Devon
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Transport services to and from care homes
- Maintain vehicle log book as required, check oil, tyre pressures on regular basis
- Improved customer satisfaction through close collaboration with team.
- Increased team cohesion by implementing regular feedback sessions.
- Developed strategies for improved performance level across team.
- Led project coordination, resulting in timely delivery.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for over 9 team members to identify areas of improvement for each team member.
STORE OPERATION MANAGER
Wonda African Food store
Plymouth, Devon
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
- Monitored health and safety measures for over 15 employees for guaranteed compliance.
- Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
- Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.
- Established clear budgets and cost controls strategies to meet objectives.
- Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
- Fostered positive work culture with effective leadership methods.
- Troubleshot issues swiftly to minimise disruptions in service provision.
- Improved store efficiency by streamlining operational processes.
- Facilitated staff training sessions for exceptional customer service delivery.
SUPPORT WORKER
Stepping Stones Matthew and Michael Ltd
Plymouth, Devon
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Monitoring patients and performing basic health checks including medication administration
- Effective communication and building rapport
- Serving meals and helping to feed patients
- Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
- General well-being of residents.
- Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
PROJECT MANAGER
M.O-Equinox Multiglobal and Tech Zone Ltd
Nigeria, Nigeria
05.2021 - 12.2023
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with contractors, subcontractors and key stakeholders, negotiating best-possible project progression
- Conducted routine quality audits, verifying progression against specifications and initiating corrective actions to remedy concerns
- Provided diligent training and safety kits to construction personnel, fully complying with site safety protocols
- Negotiated with building owners, property developers and local authorities to deliver completed projects within given constraints
- Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs
- Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.
BIOMEDICAL LABORATORY ASSISTANT
LAUTECH Mercyland Hospitals Osogbo
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Accurately stored, archived and retrieved samples, dispatching selected samples to referral sites as needed
- Unpacked, scanned and processed high volume of incoming samples, identifying and addressing errors
- Maintained strict compliance with hazardous chemical safety policies, mitigating potential risks
- Labelled and organised samples to guarantee order and efficiency
- Loaded samples onto centrifuges and other sample preparation equipment including, ensuring attention to detail throughout
- Regularly cleaned and disinfected working areas taking extra precautions to comply with current Covid-19 regulations
- Sterilised equipment and performed routine checks to adhere to health and safety and cleanliness regulations
- Safely treated and disposed of clinical waste in accordance with company policy.
- Prepared laboratory specimens and samples for efficient, accurate testing processes.
- Followed quality control procedures to maintain sample integrity.
Education
Master of Science - Operations and Supply Chain Management
University of Plymouth
Plymouth, DevonPost Graduate Diploma - Project Management and constructions
International College of Safety And Management Pro
Agege, Lagos 02.2022 - 08.2022
Post Graduate Diploma - Facility and Contract Management
International College of Safety And Management Pro
Agege, Lagos 02.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Technology - Biochemistry
LAdoke Akintola University of Technology
Ogbomoso, Nigeria 12.2015 - 06.2021
Ordinary national Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Osun State Polytechnic
Iree, Nigeria 12.2011 - 12.2013
Skills
- PBS
- Empathy
- Assistive technology use
- resilience in difficult situations
- Dementia care knowledge
- Risk assessment application
- Personal care
- Medication Administration
- Care and support management
- Meal preparation
- Finance management
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Client behaviour management
- Learning disabilities support
- Health and safety procedures
- Disability awareness
- Outdoor activities organisation
- Record-keeping
- Autism Spectrum Disorder support
- Activities planning
- Service user's advocacy
- Problem-solving
- Team building
Certification
- Certified Project Management Professional
- Certified Facility Management Professional
- Certified Contract Management Professional
- CARE CERTIFICATE
Timeline
SUPPORT WORKER
Phoenix learning and care
04.2024 - 11.2025
SUPPORT WORKER
Stepping Stones Matthew and Michael Ltd
08.2023 - 01.2024
TEAM LEADER CARE WORKER/DRIVER
FIRST CHOICE NURSING GROUP
07.2023 - 09.2024
STORE OPERATION MANAGER
Wonda African Food store
01.2023 - 04.2024
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Management and constructions
International College of Safety And Management Pro
02.2022 - 08.2022
Post Graduate Diploma - Facility and Contract Management
International College of Safety And Management Pro
02.2022 - 08.2022
PROJECT MANAGER
M.O-Equinox Multiglobal and Tech Zone Ltd
05.2021 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Technology - Biochemistry
LAdoke Akintola University of Technology
12.2015 - 06.2021
BIOMEDICAL LABORATORY ASSISTANT
LAUTECH Mercyland Hospitals Osogbo
01.2014 - 12.2015
Ordinary national Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Osun State Polytechnic
12.2011 - 12.2013
Master of Science - Operations and Supply Chain Management
University of Plymouth