Olasunkanmi Akinwamide
Wolverhampton,WLV
Summary
Dedicated and reliable professional with extensive expertise in personal care assistance, elderly support, and care management. Demonstrates strong IT literacy, effective communication, and active listening skills to understand and meet client needs. Proficient in risk assessment, infection control, and safeguarding policies, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for vulnerable clients. Skilled in behaviour modification techniques and crisis intervention strategies, with a focus on quality improvement and client behaviour management. Committed to promoting health and safety regulations while respecting diversity in all interactions.
Talented Support Worker focused on improving client lives through high-quality support and patient instruction. Proficient in life, financial and social skills, helping clients integrate into community and live more robust lives. Creative and empathetic assistant with 2 years of experience building community and developing social skills through incremental therapeutic techniques.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4057
4057
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Support Worker
CYGNET Healthcare
Wolverhampton
2025.10 - 2026.03
- Key responsibilities:
- Chatting with clients to understand their backgrounds, interests and individual care needs
- Assisting with washing, dressing and all aspects of personal care while maintaining dignity and respect
- Preparing meals, assisting with eating and ensuring medication is taken when required
- Supporting clients in taking part in physical activities and social engagement to promote well-being
- Carrying out routine health checks, including monitoring weight, temperature and blood pressure
- Reporting any concerns regarding clients’ health, safety or wellbeing promptly to senior staff
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records and care plans in line with policies and procedures
- Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
- Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
- Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
- Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
- Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
- Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
- Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
- Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
- Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
- Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in a clean, safe home environment.
- Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
- Provided companionship during outings contributing to an active social life for clients.
Live in Carer
Echo Supported Living
Walsall
2025.07 - 2025.10
- Key responsibilities:
- Encouraging independence while ensuring safety and well-being at all times.
- Collaborating with families, healthcare providers, and support teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Providing personalised, compassionate care and support to individuals with autism and learning disabilities.
- Assisting with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, and meal preparation
- Providing emotional support, building trust and positive relationships with service users
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals for holistic client care.
- Prepared nutritious meals, contributing to overall health improvement.
- Assisted in mobility to reduce risk of falls or injuries.
- Encouraged independence by supporting in day-to-day chores where possible.
- Provided companionship by engaging in stimulating conversations and activities.
- Maintained clean living environment for promoting hygiene and safety.
- Kept record of client's progress, assisting in adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Supported emotional well-being through empathetic interactions.
- Managed medication for ensuring regular intake and preventing complications.
- Adhered strictly to privacy rules to respect clients' rights.
- Facilitated communication with family members regarding client's condition.
- Provided night-time support when needed, ensuring restful sleep for the clients.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, ensuring quick response for the safety of the client.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks, creating a comfortable living space for the client.
- Enhanced client's comfort by providing personal care and assistance.
- Assisted with personal grooming to maintain dignity and self-esteem of the client.
Support Worker
SD Medic
Wolverhampton
2024.06 - 2025.09
- Key responsibilities:
- The same duties as shown above at CYGNET Healthcare.
- Supported daily living skills training which increased client self-sufficiency.
- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
- Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
- Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
- Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
- Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
- Administered medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
- Actively listened to client concerns thus creating a comforting environment.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.
Healthcare Assistant
Ministry of Health
, Nigeria
2018.02 - 2024.02
- Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patients to promote mobility improvement.
- Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Administered non-prescription medication under supervision, relieved minor discomforts swiftly.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Popularised health promotion campaigns among patients by distributing relevant literature and explaining key messages clearly.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Assisted in patient care, improved comfort and well-being.
- Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Handled challenging behaviour from dementia-affected individuals effectively without resorting to force or intimidation.
- Enhanced healing process by changing wound dressings regularly.
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the care home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
- Maintained stock levels of medical supplies on the ward, ensured uninterrupted provision of care services during shifts.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Aided service users in everyday activities, such as washing and dressing, ensuring constant safety and effective care.
- Prepared healthy meals and delivered feeding support.
Customer Service/Cash Management
Zenith Bank
, Nigeria
2011.04 - 2023.10
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Completed customer orders with speed and accuracy.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Applied positive customer service approach to increase satisfaction levels.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
Education
NVQ Level 5 - Health and Social Care
Academy for Health & Fitness Learning Simplified
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
Academy for Health & Fitness Learning Simplified
Advanced CPI - Cygnet
Cygnet Healthcare
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
Lagos State University
Lagos Nigeria 2005.06 - 2010.02
Skills
- IT Literate, competent in the use of Email, the Internet and Microsoft Office
- A good communicator and listener
- Excellent observational skills, with a hands-on approach to work
- Active listening skills to effectively understand the needs of others
- Clear DBS Holder
- Assistive technology use
- Palliative care understanding
- Behaviour modification techniques
- Dealing with vulnerable clients
- resilience in difficult situations
- Infection control knowledge
- Nutrition planning competency
- reliable and trustworthy
- Risk assessment application
- Professional boundaries understanding
- Self-Management
- Client assessment capabilities
- Empathy for clients
- Elderly assistance proficiency
- Personal care assistance
- Personal care
- Activities of Daily Living
- Medication Administration
- Care management
- Meal preparation
- Care planning
- Finance management
- Intervention techniques
- Residential housekeeping
- Suicide Prevention training
- Disability awareness
- Record-keeping
- Learning disabilities support
- Quality improvement techniques
- Client behaviour management
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Care needs assessment
- Daily living assistance
- Interpersonal relationships
- Activities planning
- Food Hygiene Certification
- Mental health support
- Housekeeping management
- Safeguarding policies
- Outdoor activities organisation
- Documentation expertise
- Care plan development
- Assertiveness
- Strength-based practice
- Health and Safety regulations
- Health and safety procedures
- Grooming and personal care
- Nutrition knowledge
- Employment and education facilitation
- Health checks
- Respect for diversity
- Communication proficiency
Affiliations
- meeting people, singing , dancing and reading
Accomplishments
Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, well trained in safety intervention with advance skills and knowledge , health and social care well being Expert with good communication skill.
Languages
English
Fluent
References
References are available upon request
Hobbies & Interests
Singing, Dancing, Socialising
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Support Worker
CYGNET Healthcare
2025.10 - 2026.03
Live in Carer
Echo Supported Living
2025.07 - 2025.10
Support Worker
SD Medic
2024.06 - 2025.09
Healthcare Assistant
Ministry of Health
2018.02 - 2024.02
Customer Service/Cash Management
Zenith Bank
2011.04 - 2023.10
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
Lagos State University
2005.06 - 2010.02
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
Academy for Health & Fitness Learning Simplified
NVQ Level 5 - Health and Social Care
Academy for Health & Fitness Learning Simplified
Advanced CPI - Cygnet
Cygnet Healthcare