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Sarah Morris

Weston-super-Mare,North Somerset

Summary

Compassionate individual with strong desire to support patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals. Proficient in communication and teamwork, with hands-on experience in healthcare settings. Ready to contribute to improve patient outcomes through dedicated assistance and care.

Offering strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with genuine commitment to supporting individuals in achieving their rehabilitation goals. Knowledgeable about patient care and therapy techniques, with ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary team. Ready to use and develop empathy, problem-solving, and organisational skills in Occupational Therapy Assistant role.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Occupational therapy assistant

Aspris Children's Services.
Mark, Somerset
01.2013 - Current
  • Work under the guidance of the OT to deliver interventions.
  • Fine and gross motor skills programmes and functional skills i.e. holding cutlery, tying shoe laces ,scissor skills, postural control.
  • Complete sensory profiles
  • Zones of regulation /interoception
  • Upheld strict confidentiality standards and worked with discretion at all times.
  • Adhered to healthcare legislation to maintain consistency and high standard of care across services.
  • Attend weekly therapy team meetings.


Receptionist

Nuffield Health
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Greeting gym member guests
  • Managed phone calls, booking classes and Personal Training sessions.
  • Dealing with membership enquiries.


This was a part- time role alongside remaining at school part-time and working as a reflexologist.


Adult Carer Support worker

Crossroads care.
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
07.2013 - 09.2014
  • Sign post carers to support.
  • Organise activities for carers groups ,
  • Support dementia groups
  • Working alongside other professionals
  • This role was part time to support working alongside my LSA role in school.

Individual learning support assistant

Worle Community School
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
10.2009 - 12.2012
  • Collaborated with teachers for improved student performance in class assignments, working 1:1.
  • Prepared additional learning resources and aids to promote inclusivity in learning.
  • Supporting students in attending college as part of 'link learning'.
  • Working closing with teaching staff to deliver the 'ASDAN' programme.

Learning support assistant

CastleBatch Primary School
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
10.2005 - 12.2012
  • Adapted teaching approach according to students' unique needs, achieving better comprehension.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for holistic child development programmes.
  • Assisted struggling pupils during class hours, leading to improved grades over time.
  • Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.


Early years practitioner

Kewstoke Pre-School
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
09.2004 - 10.2005
  • Provided emotional support to children, ensuring a comforting environment.
  • Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
  • Accompanied small groups on outings or field trips for enriching practical learning experiences.
  • Plan learning activities as part of the early years foundation stage curriculum goals.
  • Observed and recorded child behaviour to identify developmental issues.

Retailer

Royal Oak Stores
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
06.1995 - 09.2004


  • Established business goals and objectives to provide organisational direction toward growth and prosperity.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.
  • Managed inventory for effective stock control.
  • Created seasonal sales plans with varying stock and promotional strategies.
  • Prioritised tasks effectively during busy periods.
  • Conducted daily cash reconciliation, maintaining financial accuracy.

Hotel manager

Campanile
Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan
05.1992 - 06.1995
  • Worked as a husband/wife team to run a budget chain hotel
  • Led team to deliver exceptional customer service for enhanced reputation.
  • Managed hotel restaurant operations, elevated dining experience.
  • Coordinated marketing initiatives, contributing to increased patronage and revenue.
  • Handled customer complaints calmly and professionally to maintain hotel reputation.
  • Coordinated front desk operations, ensured smooth guest experiences.
  • Assisted in marketing campaigns to increase hotel visibility.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Insurance clerk

Prudential Insurance Company
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
12.1989 - 12.1992
  • Processed claims for efficient customer service.
  • Kept accurate and updated filing systems with financial data, statements and associated records.
  • Verified documents submitted by clients to avoid fraudulent claims.
  • Upheld strict confidentiality and information protection standards for data.
  • Answered telephone calls to field enquiries from clients, vendors and various other callers seeking information.
  • Negotiated claim settlements with policyholders, ensuring fairness and satisfaction.

Holiday representative

Val Rose Holidays
Hyere, La Lavendou South of France, France
02.1989 - 11.1989
  • Provided informative orientation briefings to enhance guest knowledge of the area.
  • Maximised guest enjoyment by encouraging socialising and involving new arrivals in activities.
  • Ensured smooth check-ins.
  • Cleaning and checking inventory of Mobile Van.


Receptionist

Holders of Congresbury
Congresbury, North Somerset
08.1987 - 08.1988
  • Served as the initial point of contact for guests; providing warm greetings and helpful assistance upon arrival.
  • Directing them to car sales or service and repairs.
  • Completing customer service records.
  • Utilised multi-line telephone system to manage incoming calls effectively.
  • Following college this was my first full time job which I left to go travelling to France. Spending a few months in London, working as a clerical temp for BP (British Petroleum).

Education

Apprenticeship Degree - Occupational Therapy

UWE -University of the West of England.
Bristol
09.2023 -

Foundation Degree - Inclusive Practice

UWE
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
09.2012 - 06.2014

NVQ Level 3 - Complementary Therapies, Reflexology,Massage,Aromatherapy

Bridgwater College
Bridgwater, Somerset
09.2016 - 07.2017

GCSEs - English, Maths, Biology, Social Economics, French , Shorthand ,Typing

Wyvern Comprehensive School
Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset
09.1978 - 06.1983

Btec - Business Studies

Weston College
Weston-super-Mare
09.1983 - 07.1985

Skills


  • Assisting with therapy sessions
  • Knowledge of occupational therapies
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Team collaboration
  • Positive attitude

Affiliations

  • Exploring, spending time outdoors and camping, I have climbed all three peaks.
  • Theatre and cinema
  • Hands on activities such as crafting
  • Swimming

Timeline

Apprenticeship Degree - Occupational Therapy

UWE -University of the West of England.
09.2023 -

Receptionist

Nuffield Health
01.2018 - 01.2019

NVQ Level 3 - Complementary Therapies, Reflexology,Massage,Aromatherapy

Bridgwater College
09.2016 - 07.2017

Adult Carer Support worker

Crossroads care.
07.2013 - 09.2014

Occupational therapy assistant

Aspris Children's Services.
01.2013 - Current

Foundation Degree - Inclusive Practice

UWE
09.2012 - 06.2014

Individual learning support assistant

Worle Community School
10.2009 - 12.2012

Learning support assistant

CastleBatch Primary School
10.2005 - 12.2012

Early years practitioner

Kewstoke Pre-School
09.2004 - 10.2005

Retailer

Royal Oak Stores
06.1995 - 09.2004

Hotel manager

Campanile
05.1992 - 06.1995

Insurance clerk

Prudential Insurance Company
12.1989 - 12.1992

Holiday representative

Val Rose Holidays
02.1989 - 11.1989

Receptionist

Holders of Congresbury
08.1987 - 08.1988

Btec - Business Studies

Weston College
09.1983 - 07.1985

GCSEs - English, Maths, Biology, Social Economics, French , Shorthand ,Typing

Wyvern Comprehensive School
09.1978 - 06.1983
Sarah Morris