Sean Warrington
Wesham,United Kingdom
Summary
A versatile and driven professional with a strong foundation in trauma‑informed residential childcare, leadership, and high‑quality customer service. With experience spanning youth care, team mentoring, sales, technical engineering, and small‑business operations, I bring a rare blend of emotional intelligence, practical problem‑solving, and people‑focused communication. I have progressed from hands‑on practitioner roles to Lead Residential Childcare Practitioner, where I support young people with complex needs through relational practice, safeguarding expertise, and consistent, structured care.
My earlier career in engineering, lawn‑care operations, and automotive sales strengthened my ability to build rapport quickly, adapt to diverse environments, and maintain high professional standards under pressure. Across every role, I am known for my calm presence, strong work ethic, and commitment to continuous learning. I thrive in settings where trust, clarity, and teamwork are essential, and I bring a proactive, reflective approach to supporting both young people and colleagues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Lead Residential Childcare Practitioner
Positive Care
Preston, Lancashire
2025.12 - Current
- Lead on delivering trauma‑informed, therapeutic care for children and young people with complex needs.
- Oversee daily routines, ensuring structure, safety, and emotional stability.
- Support staff through modelling best practice, reflective discussions, and mentoring.
- Develop and review individual care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with young people through attuned, strengths‑based communication.
- Maintain high‑quality documentation and contribute to multi‑agency planning.
Residential Childcare Practitioner
Therapeutic Care
Blackpool, Lancashire
2024.08 - 2025.12
- Ensured the safety and well‑being of children and young people through consistent safeguarding practice.
- Built trusting relationships and supported young people through challenges using active listening and emotional attunement.
- Facilitated group and individual sessions to promote personal development and social skills.
- Collaborated with families and professionals to create tailored support plans.
- Maintained accurate records and contributed to a positive, nurturing environment.
Car Sales Specialist
Chorley Group
Blackpool, Lancashire
2023.11 - 2024.08
- Delivered high‑quality customer service by identifying client needs and recommending suitable vehicles.
- Managed the full sales process from first contact to final handover.
- Communicated vehicle features clearly and confidently to support informed decisions.
- Worked collaboratively with the sales team to meet targets and maintain dealership standards.
Lawn Care Technician / Mentor
Greensleeves
Preston, Lancashire
2021.01 - 2023.11
- Performed lawn treatments and mechanical work to maintain high customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Actively promoted and sold additional products and services, including seasonal treatments, aeration, scarification, and premium packages - consistently increasing average order value.
- Built strong customer relationships that led to upselling opportunities and long‑term service retention.
- Created social media content and supported marketing campaigns to drive brand visibility and new enquiries.
- Provided quotes, mentored new staff, and contributed to operational improvements across the franchise.
- Gained hands‑on experience in customer service, business operations, and delivering high‑quality standards.
Sky Engineer Apprentice
Sky TV
Blackpool, Lancashire
2019.09 - 2021.01
- Installed Sky TV systems and resolved customer issues during home visits.
- Delivered excellent customer service and identified opportunities for additional sales.
- Developed technical skills and confidence through hands‑on learning and mentoring.
- Role ended due to COVID‑19 workforce reductions.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Business Studies
Blackpool Sixth Form
Blackpool 2017.09 - 2019.07
GCSEs -
Highfield Leadership Academy
Blackpool 2012.09 - 2017.07
Skills
- Trauma‑informed practice & safeguarding
- Behaviour support & de‑escalation
- Strengths‑based communication
- Relationship‑building & emotional attunement
- Documentation & regulatory compliance
- Mentoring, coaching & team support
- Problem‑solving & reflective practice
- Sales & upselling techniques
- Customer needs analysis & solution‑based selling
- Building rapport quickly to drive conversions
- Confident product knowledge delivery & objection handling
Certification
- Full UK Driving Licence (2018)
- Children, Young People and Families Practitioner (RCC) Level 4 - In progress, completion imminent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Residential Childcare Practitioner
Positive Care
2025.12 - Current
Residential Childcare Practitioner
Therapeutic Care
2024.08 - 2025.12
Car Sales Specialist
Chorley Group
2023.11 - 2024.08
Lawn Care Technician / Mentor
Greensleeves
2021.01 - 2023.11
Sky Engineer Apprentice
Sky TV
2019.09 - 2021.01
Diploma of Higher Education - Business Studies
Blackpool Sixth Form
2017.09 - 2019.07
GCSEs -
Highfield Leadership Academy
2012.09 - 2017.07