Sandra Owusu Ankomah
Lincoln
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Care assistant
Bunkers Hill Care Home
Lincoln
2026.03 - Current
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing concerns of patients' families.
- Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
- Ensured safe environment by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the facility.
Care assistant
Guiseley Manor Care Home
Leeds
2024.12 - 2025.04
- Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
- Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every resident's progress over time.
- Worked closely under supervision from registered nurses contributing to efficient workflow within the facility.
- Encouraged independence among patients whilst assisting them with tasks.
- Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.
- Maintained a calm demeanor during crisis situations thus providing reassurance to both the residents and their families.
- Provided emotional support to patients, improving their mental wellbeing.
- Assisted in daily living activities for enhanced patient comfort.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Delivered high-quality care to clients with disabilities, achieving care plan objectives.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Kept detailed records of care activities, condition changes and treatment responses.
- Accompanied clients to important appointments.
- Fed clients with severe limitations and assisted more mobile clients with self-feeding.
Housekeeping cleaner
Royal Armouries Museum
Leeds
2022.03 - 2024.12
- Completed housekeeping chores promptly without sacrificing quality of workmanship.
- Maintained clean and organised living spaces by performing regular deep cleaning tasks.
- Prioritised safety precautions throughout the cleaning process mitigating risk of accidents or injuries within the Museum.
- Cleaned kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms thoroughly to service level agreements.
- Serviced bathrooms with fresh supplies and regular cleaning.
- Swept and vacuumed floors, hallways and stairwells, keeping public areas immaculately well-presented.
- Vacuumed and steamed carpets, curtains and upholstered furniture.
- Swept, mopped, waxed and polished floors, delivering pristine finish.
- Disinfected toilets and surfaces for reduced infection risk.
Support worker
Ethical care
Leeds
2021.10 - 2022.03
- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.
- Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
- Enhanced wellbeing of patients by providing emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal hygiene, prioritising patient dignity, privacy and independence.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care while encouraging independence and activity appropriate to individual ability.
- Helped service users to gain ability to function independently in society.
- Prioritised person-centred care to maximise independence for clients with dementia and limited mobility.
- Safety lifted,transferred and repositioned service users using hoists and wheelchairs.
- Contributed feedback on patient progress leading to adjustments in personalised care plans.
- Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.
- Recruited clients for programmes based on their needs.
Production worker
Troy Foods Ltd
Leeds
2016.04 - 2021.09
- Performed routine inspections to uphold product quality standards.
- Followed standard operating procedures, ensuring compliance and consistency in product quality.
- Reduced waste and increased efficiency by maintaining equipment in good working order.
- Maintained tools, equipment and machinery in good working order.
- Used cleaning chemicals safely to sanitise work spaces.
- Selected and wore protective gear to minimise risk of injury.
- Helped smooth running of daily tasks by replenishing supplies.
- Kept workspaces clean and organised with regular attention.
- Fed machinery with materials or equipment at steady pace to prevent blockages or damage.
- Sorted, classified and packed products by size and weight, verifying conformance to quality standards.
- Used appropriate protective gear to minimise risk of injury.
Education
Level 2 - Mathematics Functional Skills
Keir Training and Recruitment LTD
London 2025-07
level 2 - English Language Functional Skills
Keir Training and Recruitment LTD
London 2025-06
NVQ Level 3 - Adult Health and social care
Waltham college
London 2025-02
NVQ Level 1 - Adult Health and social care
Tranercourses.com
Leeds 2016-07
Skills
- Respect for privacy
- First Aid
- Personal hygiene support
- Documentation
- Empathetic communication
- Compassionate care
- Meal preparation
- Medication Administration
- Housekeeping
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Elderly care
- First Aid
- Assisting with personal hygiene
- Manual handling certification
- Experience with specialised equipment
Timeline
Care assistant
Bunkers Hill Care Home
2026.03 - Current
Care assistant
Guiseley Manor Care Home
2024.12 - 2025.04
Housekeeping cleaner
Royal Armouries Museum
2022.03 - 2024.12
Support worker
Ethical care
2021.10 - 2022.03
Production worker
Troy Foods Ltd
2016.04 - 2021.09
Level 2 - Mathematics Functional Skills
Keir Training and Recruitment LTD
level 2 - English Language Functional Skills
Keir Training and Recruitment LTD
NVQ Level 3 - Adult Health and social care
Waltham college
NVQ Level 1 - Adult Health and social care
Tranercourses.com