Rachel Boyle
Crewe,Cheshire
Summary
Experienced in family dynamics and child development, with a strong foundation in parenting styles, child protection laws, and parent-child communication. Demonstrates a solution-oriented mindset, patience, tolerance, and a non-judgmental attitude when addressing complex family situations. Skilled in teaching boundaries and fostering healthy relationships within diverse family structures. Additional experience as a scout leader has provided extensive exposure to working with children of all ages and understanding varied family dynamics. Committed to promoting positive family interactions and safeguarding child welfare.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
School cook
Northampton County council then Dolce
Northampton, Northamptonshire
2015.09 - 2017.12
- Adopted efficient cooking techniques to reduce wastage whilst maintaining quality of meals.
- Received excellent feedback from staff with consistently delicious meals provided.
- Upheld stringent hygiene standards minimising risk of food contamination incidents.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness for safer food preparation.
- Managed inventory control effectively reducing food waste significantly.
- Prepared special menus for festive occasions, enhancing school spirit.
- Ordered supplies and ingredients, ensuring smooth operation of the kitchen.
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Maintained clean and sanitary food preparation and storage areas, mitigating health and safety risks.
- Prepared and cooked dishes with accuracy and efficiency for well-timed food service.
- Stored ingredients at safe temperatures in compliance with food hygiene regulations.
- Followed recipes precisely to deliver first-class meal quality and consistency.
- Regulated temperature to efficiently prepare dishes and maintain food safety with thermostat controls.
- Completed daily opening and closing duties to support kitchen operations and prepare for busy periods.
- Changed and sanitised surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Adhered to health and safety requirements for cleaning surfaces, cooking items and equipment.
Mums and Tots Group Leader (Voluntary)
Pattishall Mums and Tots
Northampton, Northamptonshire
2012.05 - 2014.12
- Initiated risk management strategies to minimise potential project setbacks.
- Delegated responsibilities, achieving balanced workload distribution amongst team members.
- Solved conflicts amongst team members, fostering a harmonious work environment.
- Managed resources effectively, preventing wastage whilst optimising utility.
ChatterClatter Mums and Tots Group leader
Salvation Army
Bristol
1995.09 - 1998.07
- Promoted open communication for better problem-solving and decision-making processes.
- Solved conflicts amongst team members, fostering a harmonious work environment.
- Managed resources effectively, preventing wastage whilst optimising utility.
- Fostered a positive work environment, boosting team morale and productivity.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for increased productivity and efficiency.
- Delegated responsibilities, achieving balanced workload distribution amongst team members.
Kennel and office worker
Overhill Kennels
Bristol
1990.10 - 1997.07
- I started as a Kennel worker in the boarding of the pet dogs which came into our care for short stays during family holidays. I was then asked to manage teh dogs in the quarantine, this was before pet passports and dogs and cats had to be quarantined for 6 months prior to entering Britain. I was also trusted to look after the owners own show dogs when she was away. I helped in the office during the owners regular trips to shows, and continued working there saturdays after having my first 2 children
- Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure smooth running of kennel operations.
- Adhered strictly to all regulatory standards relating to animal welfare within the facility.
- Maintained detailed records of each animal's history, dietary requirements, and medical needs for optimal care provision.
- Developed strong bonds with animals through consistent interaction, promoting a calmer kennel environment.
- Monitored the behaviour of animals closely for signs of distress or illness, facilitating prompt medical attention when necessary.
- Delivered excellent customer service whilst dealing with pet owners during drop-offs and pick-ups.
- Assisted with grooming tasks such as nail clipping, ear cleaning, and bathing to improve animal hygiene.
- Collaborated closely with veterinarians to relay important information regarding an animal's health status.
- Maintained clean and healthy living environments for dogs by ensuring regular cleaning and sanitisation.
RGN Nurse training
Huddersfield Royal Infirmary
Huddersfield, Kirklees
1987.09 - 1989.05
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for smooth transition from hospital to home environment.
- Enhanced patient comfort during treatment by providing emotional support and reassurance.
- Liaised effectively with patients' families, facilitating communication between medical staff and family members.
- Managed challenging behaviour in psychiatric wards by utilising de-escalation techniques.
- Safeguarded patients' wellbeing with diligent observation and immediate action on any changes in condition.
- Facilitated the recovery of patients through constant monitoring and evaluation of condition.
- Carried out infection control measures resulting in reduced risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Administered injections, took blood samples to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Performed wound dressings, contributing to faster healing process.
- Provided high quality patient care by administering medication, conducting routine checks and updating medical records.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships with colleagues and patients alike.
- Delivered health education programmes to promote community health awareness.
- Maintained privacy and confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive medical information.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
Education
Pre Nursing Course -
Hyde Sixth Form College
Hyde, Tameside 1986.09 - 1987.07
Skills
- Knowledge in family dynamics
- Knowledge of parenting styles
- Solution-Oriented mindset
- Child protection laws knowledge
- Parent-Child communication
- Family dynamics understanding
- Patience and tolerance
- Non-Judgmental attitude
- Teaching boundaries
I am also a scout Leader which has given me much experience of Children of all ages and family dynamics
Affiliations
- I am a keen knitter, and enjoy other handicrafts
- I have been a volunteer in scouting for 10 years, 1st as a parent helper and am now an assistant scout leader
- I have recently joined 2 of my Children at the park run, although I park walk
Languages
German
Intermediate (B1)
Certification
I hold a first aid certificate through Scouting
recent non-employment
I am a Mum of seven Children ranging in age from 32 to 15
In the past nine years I have had to stop working due to family commitments.
Firstly caring for my children some of whom have neurodivergent diagnoses and needed more support at home.
In 2021 we moved to Crewe to be closer to my Father who, shortly after the death of my Mother, had had a Heart Attack, over the following years I became his Carer and main support. He Died in July 2025.
Timeline
School cook
Northampton County council then Dolce
2015.09 - 2017.12
Mums and Tots Group Leader (Voluntary)
Pattishall Mums and Tots
2012.05 - 2014.12
ChatterClatter Mums and Tots Group leader
Salvation Army
1995.09 - 1998.07
Kennel and office worker
Overhill Kennels
1990.10 - 1997.07
RGN Nurse training
Huddersfield Royal Infirmary
1987.09 - 1989.05
Pre Nursing Course -
Hyde Sixth Form College
1986.09 - 1987.07