OMOLAJA AMUDAT OLAWUNMI
Glasgow
Summary
Dedicated care professional with expertise in delivering compassionate, person-centred care and supporting individuals with complex needs, including learning disabilities and dementia. Skilled in therapeutic support, communication, advocacy, and health monitoring, ensuring high standards of dignity and accurate documentation. Proven ability to work collaboratively within teams, mentor new staff, and contribute effectively to support plans. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for service users through tailored care approaches.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Support worker
2Gedajobs Limited
London, United kingdom
2025.09 - Current
- Enhanced the well-being of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises, improving the overall health condition of the client.
- Increased comfort levels with personal care duties such as bathing and dressing.
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for the healthcare team's reference.
- Contributed feedback on patient progress, leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
Care Assistant
Ikem
Dagenham, Greater London
2023.09 - 2026.05
- Deliver compassionate, person-centred care to elderly and vulnerable clients in domiciliary and residential settings.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and monthly weight.
- Maintain accurate care documentation, reporting changes in health conditions promptly.
Care Assistant / Support Worker (Part-Time)
Jf Care Services Ltd
Barking, Essex
2021.05 - 2023.09
- Supported clients with learning disabilities, dementia, and complex mental health needs in supported living and community settings.
- Implemented person-centred care plans and behavioural support strategies.
- Followed clinical guidelines (e.g., eating and drinking) to support physical welfare, ensuring a consistent approach in line with each individual's support plan.
- Facilitated daily routines, medication prompts, hygiene tasks, and emotional reassurance.
- Encouraged participation in therapeutic and community-based activities.
- Key Achievement: Recognized for empathetic approach and communication skills by both families and the care team.
Healthcare Assistant / Mental Health Support Worker
Primary Health Center
Ondo City
2018.04 - 2023.08
- Provided mental health support, counselling, and wellbeing promotion to individuals and families.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans.
- Conducted home visits and community sensitization on public health issues.
- Enabled patients to develop independence in personal care and social interaction.
Education
B.Sc. Ed - Chemistry
Tai Solarin University of Education
Ogun State, Nigeria 2014.01 - 2018.01
Diploma - Catering
Iya Iyabo Catering School
Sagamu, Ogun State 2012.01 - 2013.01
Diploma - Desktop Publishing
Jaroy School of Management and Technology
Abeokuta, Ogun StateSkills
- Person-Centred Care & Dignity: Delivering compassionate, person-centred care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) while maintaining high levels of dignity
- Complex Needs Support: Supporting clients with learning disabilities, dementia, and complex mental health needs in supported living settings
- Therapeutic Support: Following guidelines for eating, drinking, manual handling, and therapeutic movement sessions as directed by OT and Physiotherapy coordinators
- Communication & Advocacy: Adapting communication styles (verbal and non-verbal) to engage service users and advocating on their behalf to contribute towards support plans
- Health Monitoring & Reporting: Monitoring and recording vital signs; maintaining accurate care documentation and providing written updates (handwritten and via email)
- Teamwork & Leadership: Working constructively as part of a team; assisting in onboarding and mentoring new care staff
Certification
- Florence Academy & CPD Online College (All completed July 2022)
- The Care Certificate
- Mandatory Training: Safeguarding Adults and Children, Infection Prevention and Control, Manual Handling and Moving & Positioning
- Clinical Training: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, Life Support, Medication Administration
- Specialized Training: Dementia Awareness, End of Life and Palliative Care
REFERENCES
Magdalene, Odoemene, Chigo@ikemcare.com
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Lead Speaker – Ondo Community Town Hall (2020)
- Delivered a presentation on community development and drug control awareness.
- Collaborated with NDLEA to submit a formal community drug prevention report.
Timeline
Support worker
2Gedajobs Limited
2025.09 - Current
Care Assistant
Ikem
2023.09 - 2026.05
Care Assistant / Support Worker (Part-Time)
Jf Care Services Ltd
2021.05 - 2023.09
Healthcare Assistant / Mental Health Support Worker
Primary Health Center
2018.04 - 2023.08
B.Sc. Ed - Chemistry
Tai Solarin University of Education
2014.01 - 2018.01
Diploma - Catering
Iya Iyabo Catering School
2012.01 - 2013.01
Diploma - Desktop Publishing
Jaroy School of Management and Technology