Philip Turner
Downham Market,Norfolk
Summary
As detailed in my work history, I have spent the majority of my career to date within social care or educational establishments. I have always been drawn to supportive, caring roles however having recently taken a career break to travel the UK with my wife and dogs, I am looking at a fresh challenge.
I enjoy walking, cooking, gardening and look forward to time spent with my family and friends.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work history
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Southend YMCA Community School
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
09.2019 - 08.2022
- I was responsible for all safeguarding matters relating to pupils and staff at Southend YMCA community school which was an alternative provision for KS4 pupils whom had various barriers to accessing mainstream education. I was the lead safeguarding officer and also created links with various agencies outside of the school environment such as The Police, Social Care and Health Professionals.
- I also led on school attendance initiatives and worked closely with commissioning schools, local authorities, pupils and their families to ensure that pupils had access to their education.
Senior Attendance Compliance Specialist
Essex County Council
Chelmsford, Essex
11.2018 - 08.2019
- I was the service manager for the Attendance compliance team at Essex County Council and was responsible for all legal interventions relating to non-school attendance matters. Duties included policy writing and implementation, attending magistrates court as a prosecution officer, issuing penalty notices in relation to non-school attendance matters, managing and supervising a small team of compliance officers.
Senior Education Welfare Officer
Enfield Council
Enfield
11.2015 - 11.2018
- Identified and implemented innovative strategies for maintaining and growing school attendance.
- Supported families, pupils and schools in addressing and improving attendance, enforcing relevant legislation as required.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of attendance, absence management and pupil registration laws to aid education of schools and families.
- Supported staff and attendance officers in improving student outcomes and achievements through [Action].
- Assessed and evaluated school services, offering improvement strategies to meet absence reduction targets.
- Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
- Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
- Prepared reports for legal action and provided evidence in court.
- Offered advice and guidance at school attendance and family meetings to reduce absences in line with department targets.
- Represented Enfield Council as a prosecution officer in The Magistrate Court in all matters pertaining to Non-School Attendance.
Well-being and Family Support Manager
Chase High School
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
07.2012 - 11.2015
- I was responsible for the whole school attendance, which included managing the office staff responsible for first day calling and registers etc.
- I coordinated and managed the Common Assessment Framework (CAF) for the school and managed a caseload of up to 50, providing direct support for pupils and their families and signposting to outside agencies.
Family Worker (Early Intervention)
Southend Borough Council
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
01.2008 - 07.2012
- Facilitated multi-agency response to family needs through organising Team Around The Family meetings.
- Coordinated structured and intensive support through interventions.
- Initiated and led parent support networks through workshops.
- Provided written and electronic reports of conducted work adhering to policies and procedures.
- Worked in multidisciplinary teams to prevent issues escalating and reducing need for statutory intervention.
- Maintained accurate chronological records of work with families using software.
- Evaluated needs through common assessment framework, prescribed screening tools and models of engagement.
- Managed complex caseload of vulnerable families through strategic prioritisation.
- Developed integral relations with families and external agencies for holistic service delivery.
- Supported and advised parents regarding various issues and signposted additional services.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
Senior Residential Care Worker
Essex County Council
Chelmsford, Essex
12.2004 - 01.2008
- Supporting children aged 5-16 whom had severe learning disabilities and challenging behaviour. Duties included, report writing, liaising with families, social workers and health professionals and providing day to day care for the young people.
Agency Worker
Quality Locum Group
Various
03.2003 - 12.2004
- I worked as a carer within various children’s homes and homes for adults with learning difficulties.
Care Team Worker
Ramsden Hall School
Ramsden Hall, Billericay, Essex
01.2001 - 03.2003
- I was a member of the care staff team, supporting pupils with emotional and behavioural needs within a residential school setting. Along with supporting them to access their education, I supported them by providing a nurturing environment for those pupils whom boarded at the school.
Residential Support Worker
Chelmsford City Council
Chelmsford, Essex
02.1997 - 01.2001
- Supporting young people aged 5-16 with a range of learning disabilities and challenging behaviour
Residential Support Worker
Redbridge Community Housing Ltd
Chelmsford and Braintree, Essex
04.1995 - 02.1997
- I was employed as a support worker, supporting the needs of adults with learning difficulties in semi-independent accommodation. Assisting with daily chores, life skills and mentoring.
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Woodlands School
Chelmsford, Essex
09.1992 - 04.1995
- Created a friendly, positive and inspiring learning environment to facilitate interactions amongst students.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, contributing to progress meetings to provide feedback, raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
- Assisted students to reach social development milestones.
- Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behavioural and emotional issues.
- Escorted and supervised students on educational visits and out-of-school activities.
- Shared information about students with parents, other staff and internal and external agencies in line with shool policies.
- Helped children with eating, dressing and other aspects of personal care while encouraging independence.
Bakery Assistant
Somerfield supermarket
Chelmsford, Essex
03.1992 - 08.1992
- Baking goods to sell in the supermarket and providing an all round customer experience.
Administrative Assistant
Metropolitan Police Service
Pimlico
01.1991 - 12.1991
- Administration duties within the driver liability group. Processing parking fines for The Metropolitan Police
Education
GCSEs - Mathematics
Chase High School
Westcliff-on-SeaGCSEs - English Language
St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford
ChelmsfordNVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
City and Guilds
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Confidential documentation and record-keeping
- Natural leader
- Attentive listener
- Strong communicator
- Trustworthy
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Good IT skills
- Hardworking
- Excellent Attendance during employment
Timeline
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Southend YMCA Community School
09.2019 - 08.2022
Senior Attendance Compliance Specialist
Essex County Council
11.2018 - 08.2019
Senior Education Welfare Officer
Enfield Council
11.2015 - 11.2018
Well-being and Family Support Manager
Chase High School
07.2012 - 11.2015
Family Worker (Early Intervention)
Southend Borough Council
01.2008 - 07.2012
Senior Residential Care Worker
Essex County Council
12.2004 - 01.2008
Agency Worker
Quality Locum Group
03.2003 - 12.2004
Care Team Worker
Ramsden Hall School
01.2001 - 03.2003
Residential Support Worker
Chelmsford City Council
02.1997 - 01.2001
Residential Support Worker
Redbridge Community Housing Ltd
04.1995 - 02.1997
Teaching Assistant in Special Educational Needs
Woodlands School
09.1992 - 04.1995
Bakery Assistant
Somerfield supermarket
03.1992 - 08.1992
Administrative Assistant
Metropolitan Police Service
01.1991 - 12.1991
GCSEs - Mathematics
Chase High School
GCSEs - English Language
St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
City and Guilds
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