Rachael Mason
Tadcaster,North Yorkshire
Summary
Compassionate Foster carer with proven track record of providing safe, supportive and nurturing environments for children in care. Skilled in working with children with complex behavioural or emotional issues.
Highly motivated individual with desire to help children in need and committed to working with children from diverse backgrounds. Quick learner, adept at adjusting to new situations and working well under pressure.
Dedicated FOSTER CARER with strong commitment to providing best possible care for children in need. Skilled in working with children from diverse backgrounds and experience in providing emotional support and guidance.
Skilled care professional with background in social work and deep understanding of children's needs. Demonstrates talent for building positive relationships with children and families and experienced in managing crises.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Foster carer
Orange Groove Fostering agency
Tadcaster, North Yorkshire
03.2019 - Current
- Facilitated conflict resolution through empathetic navigation of complex emotional situations.
- Organised weekly educational activities to foster learning and development.
- Supported children’s transitions into new homes, easing adaptation processes.
- Established strong relationships with birth families to strengthen familial connections.
- Facilitated open lines of communication with social workers, leading to more effective care plans.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing living environment, promoting a sense of security.
Civil servant
British Library
Wetherby, Leeds
04.1999 - 01.2019
- Managed time-sensitive projects to meet strict deadlines.
- Analysed complex data sets to draw insightful conclusions.
- Ensured a clean and quiet environment, enhancing user experience.
- Updated borrower records meticulously to avoid any discrepancies.
- Fixed minor technical glitches with library computers promptly, minimising downtime.
- Helped users navigate the online catalogue effectively, aiding their search efforts.
- Catalogued new books in the system to facilitate easy access.
- Performed regular inventory checks; ensured accurate tracking of materials.
- Sorted and arranged books by category in shelves.
- Checked in and out books and scanned library cards.
Education
GCSEs - Maths, English,Geography,science,history, HE food studies
lowfield secondary school
York 09.1985 - 05.1990
Affiliations
- Keeping Fit, being a foster carer
Timeline
Foster carer
Orange Groove Fostering agency
03.2019 - Current
Civil servant
British Library
04.1999 - 01.2019
GCSEs - Maths, English,Geography,science,history, HE food studies
lowfield secondary school
09.1985 - 05.1990