ROSEMARY UKAMAKA AKOR
Maidstone,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated and versatile professional with experience in childcare, healthcare support, and residential care. Skilled in providing compassionate, person-centred support to children, young people, and adults, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and development. Experienced in assisting with daily living activities, promoting independence, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective interaction with individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Adaptable, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality care across diverse settings. Currently a displaced worker in the UK seeking a new employer for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship and willing to relocate anywhere in the UK.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4060
4060
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Nursery Practitioner
LITTLE SPROUTS DAY CARE NURSERY
Snodland
2025.05 - 2025.11
- Provide a safe, caring, and stimulating environment.
- Support children's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development.
- Plan and carry out age-appropriate activities, including play-based learning.
- Identify and support children with additional needs.
- Encourage learning through play, stories, music, art, and outdoor activities.
- Support early language, literacy, and numeracy skills.
- Promote independence and confidence.
- Help children develop social skills such as sharing, cooperation, and empathy.
- Ensure that safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed.
- Maintain health and safety standards.
- Assist with personal care (nappy changing, toileting, feeding).
- Promote healthy habits, including hygiene, nutrition, and exercise.
- Administer first aid when required.
- Build positive relationships with parents and carers.
- Work as part of a team with other practitioners.
- Follow nursery policies and procedures.
- Attend training and staff meeting
Health Care Support Worker
PLATINUM HOUSING SUPPORT AND CARE LTD
Catford
2024.07 - 2025.02
- Supporting adults, young people, and children in a residential care setting.
- Providing person-centred care tailored to each individual’s needs.
- Assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, dressing, and hygiene.
- Promoting independence, dignity, and choice for service users.
- Providing emotional support and companionship to individuals.
- Supporting individuals with behavioural and emotional needs.
- Encouraging participation in social, educational, and recreational activities.
- Maintaining a safe and supportive living environment.
- Following safeguarding procedures to protect vulnerable adults and children.
- Administering or assisting with medication in line with care plans.
- Working closely with healthcare professionals and multidisciplinary teams.
- Recording daily reports, incidents, and care notes accurately.
- Supporting individuals to attend appointments and community activities.
- Ensuring health and safety policies are followed at all times.
- Support and provide fair and consistent boundaries with respect to children's and adults' behaviour.
Health Care Assistant
SILVERBERRY CARE LTD
Coventry
2023.11 - 2024.05
- Administering medications to patients according to prescribed dosage and schedule, while monitoring for any side effects or adverse reactions
- Providing emotional support to patients, particularly those facing physical or mental health challenges, through friendly conversation, active listening, and offering reassurance
- Engaging patients in companionship activities such as reading, playing games, or watching television to promote social interaction and well-being
- Regularly monitoring and observing patients' vital signs, mental state, and overall well-being, promptly reporting any changes or concerns to nursing or medical staff
- Assisting patients with activities of daily living, including eating, walking, and transferring in and out of bed, as well as handling medical equipment or devices under supervision
- Performing basic medical procedures like taking blood pressure, administering injections, or changing dressings under the guidance of a nurse or medical professional
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of patients' care plans, daily activities, and changes in condition, and communicating necessary adjustments to the healthcare team
- Ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients through light housekeeping duties such as room cleaning, bed linen changes, and adherence to hygiene standards
- Effectively communicating concerns, relaying important information, and following instructions provided by the healthcare team
Support Worker
FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTER OWO ONDO STATE NIGERIA
Owo, Nigeria
2022.03 - 2023.09
- Provided comprehensive support to patients in their activities of daily living, addressing physical, emotional, and social needs to improve their overall quality of life
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and performed wound care, prioritizing the well-being and comfort of patients
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare professionals to create personalized care plans designed to meet the specific needs of each patient
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient interactions, treatments, and progress to ensure thorough documentation and facilitate continuity of care
- Demonstrated empathy and compassion in interactions with patients and their families, offering emotional support and reassurance during difficult periods
Health Care Assistant
FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTER
Owo, Nigeria
2021.01 - 2022.02
- Provide assistance to patients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and maintaining hygiene, with a focus on preserving their dignity and ensuring comfort
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals, adhering to specific dietary requirements, and offer feeding support to patients who require assistance
- Safely assist elderly patients with mobility, ensuring their physical well-being and helping them move around securely
- Offer discreet support to patients with toileting needs, respecting their privacy and dignity throughout the process
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in patient rooms by making beds and organizing spaces to create a conducive environment for recovery
- Engage patients in meaningful conversations tailored to their interests to foster companionship and prevent feelings of isolation
- Encourage active participation in activities aimed at improving patients' quality of life, promoting a sense of purpose and accomplishment
- Identify and address potential health issues and hazards in the environment, taking proactive measures to maintain a safe and secure setting for patients
Nursery Care Giver
DIVINE CARE NURSERY AND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Owo, Nigeria
2017.07 - 2019.01
- Provided attentive care and supervision to infants and young children in a nurturing and safe environment
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to promote their cognitive, social, and emotional development
- Assisted with feeding, diaper changing, and other basic needs while ensuring each child's comfort and well-being
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating nursery environment conducive to learning and play
- Communicated regularly with parents or guardians to provide updates on their child's progress and any relevant information
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures to ensure the health and security of all children under care
- Collaborated with fellow caregivers and nursery staff to coordinate activities and support each child's individual needs
Education
NVQ LEVEL 3: DIPLOMA ( Short Course ) - Health and Social Care
Academy For Health and Fitness
United KingdomSECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - Science
Adeyeri Iyere Comprehensive High School
Nigeria 2011.02 - 2017.06
NVQ LEVEL 3 ( Short Course ) - Childcare Qualifications
Academy For Health and Fitness
London, United KingdomNATIONAL DIPLOMA - Science Laboratory Technology
Rufus Giwa Polytechnic
Nigeria 2018.01 - 2020.11
Skills
- Safeguarding Adults and Children
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Behaviour Support
- Teamwork
- Observation and Reporting
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patience
- Flexibility
- Hair styling
- Personal Care
- Attention to Detail
- First Aid
- Adaptability
- Childcare
- Organisation and Time Management
- Documentation
- Cleaning
- Cultural Competence and Diversity Awareness
- Personal care assistance
- Administering medicine
- Maintenance
- Organisational skills
- Food preparation
- Leadership
Certification
- Mandatory care certificates
- Infection Prevention And Control Level 2
- Safeguarding Adults Level 1 & 2
- Care worker's Role
- Stroke awareness
- Dementia Manual
- Dementia Handling of objects
- Medication practice for Domiciliary care
- Safeguarding and protection of adults
- Autism
- Food hygiene
- Fire safety for Domiciliary care
- Safeguarding children and young people
- Health and safety for supporting children
- Introduction to supporting children
- Dementia awareness
- Equality Diversity and inclusion
- Induction learning disability
- Induction Lone working
- Diploma of Higher Education
- Fire safety
- Safeguarding Certification
- Full Paediatric First Aid Training
- Dementia Awareness
- Autism Awareness
Affiliations
- Volunteering and helping others
- Arts and crafts activities,
- Outdoor activities and walking
- Reading
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursery Practitioner
LITTLE SPROUTS DAY CARE NURSERY
2025.05 - 2025.11
Health Care Support Worker
PLATINUM HOUSING SUPPORT AND CARE LTD
2024.07 - 2025.02
Health Care Assistant
SILVERBERRY CARE LTD
2023.11 - 2024.05
Support Worker
FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTER OWO ONDO STATE NIGERIA
2022.03 - 2023.09
Health Care Assistant
FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTER
2021.01 - 2022.02
NATIONAL DIPLOMA - Science Laboratory Technology
Rufus Giwa Polytechnic
2018.01 - 2020.11
Nursery Care Giver
DIVINE CARE NURSERY AND PRIMARY SCHOOL
2017.07 - 2019.01
SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - Science
Adeyeri Iyere Comprehensive High School
2011.02 - 2017.06
NVQ LEVEL 3: DIPLOMA ( Short Course ) - Health and Social Care
Academy For Health and Fitness
NVQ LEVEL 3 ( Short Course ) - Childcare Qualifications
Academy For Health and Fitness