RUTH OPOKU
Care Assistant
DOVER,KENT
Summary
Compassionate Carer Assistant with knack for building meaningful relationships and creating comfortable environments for clients. Enhanced quality of life for residents through personalised care plans and proactive support. Known for being attentive and bringing sense of calm and security to those under care.
Offering strong empathy, communication, and organisational skills. Knowledgeable about providing compassionate support and maintaining safe environment. Ready to use and develop interpersonal, problem-solving, and caregiving skills in care assostant role.
Compassionate individual with strong communication and problem-solving skills, well-suited for role as Carer Assistant. Demonstrates ability to build rapport and adapt in fast-paced environments. Ready to make meaningful impact by providing exceptional support and care.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Carer assistant
Proactive Development
Folkstone, Kent
2024.06 - Current
- Assisted patients at mealtimes, encouraging balanced diets.
- Enhanced patient morale with regular interaction and conversation.
- Facilitated social activities, improving quality of life for residents.
- Followed infection control policies strictly to minimise risks.
- Maintained cleanliness of living areas, resulting in safe living.
- Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring optimal health.
- Handled emergency situations calmly, ensuring safety of all involved.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Teacher in a primary school
Ghana Education Service
Ghana, Kumasi
2009.09 - 2024.04
- Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects enhancing holistic education approach.
- Regularly updated parents about their child's progress maintaining open lines of communication.
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring optimal learning environment for all students.
- Adapted teaching methods to cater for diverse learning needs of students.
- Participated in continuous professional development workshops staying abreast of latest teaching methodologies.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to nurture creativity among pupils.
- Mentored new teachers providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
Inspire London College
London2025-09
Certificate of Higher Education - Bachelor of Education
Valley View University
Accra2015-06
Skills
- Epilepsy support training
- Dedication to duty
- Communication aids proficiency
- Safeguarding knowledge
- First aid administration
- Compassionate care
- Reliability
- Record-keeping
- Overnight care
- Personal care assistance
- Infection prevention and control
Certification
Mental Health Awareness Diploma Certificate.
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Timeline
Carer assistant
Proactive Development
2024.06 - Current
Teacher in a primary school
Ghana Education Service
2009.09 - 2024.04
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
Inspire London College
Certificate of Higher Education - Bachelor of Education
Valley View University