- I enjoy reading and learning about psychology and trauma healing
- I love to swim
- I take my son to inclusive gymnastics and Mencap events, I enjoy seeing him socialising and having fun
Sian Marie Ryan
Holyhead
Summary
Strong empathy and a caring nature, effectively supporting individuals in various settings. Building professional relationships through warmth and approachability. Excellent memory for detail and instruction, leading to high performance in training and study environments. Capable of delivering high-quality work independently while also thriving in team collaborations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker (Housing)
Digartref Cyf
Holyhead, Anglesey
2024.01 - Current
- Assisted residents with housing and benefits applications.
- Provided emotional support to enhance wellbeing of young people.
- Encouraged pursuit of hobbies, volunteering, and interests.
- Maintained adherence to project rules.
- Ensured safety and security of premises.
- Performed cleaning duties.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge, staying informed about best practices in support work
- Tracked and documented client behaviours, activity engagement, skills development and notable incidents.
- Managed challenging behaviour through de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement, ensuring a safe environment.
- Developed trusting relationships with service users and advocated on their behalf.
- Monitored client health and well-being, swiftly responding to emergencies and liaising with healthcare providers as necessary.
- Implemented strategies to support clients with mental health issues, contributing to their emotional and psychological well-being.
- Assisted clients in taking ownership of financial responsibility and management of their living spaces.
Carer
Towyn Capel Residential Home
Holyhead
2023.06 - 2023.09
- I have worked in the health care sector for many years. This work has taught me a great deal about compassion and empathy.
- I also learnt how to work well as a team and work to a schedule, in a routine and within a fixed time frame.
- I enjoyed chatting with residents and seeing them smile which gave me job satisfaction.
- During this period my role involved working as support and cover for care staff and support workers.
- My responsibilities included caring for adults with dementia, autism, learning difficulties and other mental health related issues, physical health problems and elderly care.
- Duties included administrating medication, preparing food and drinks, making beds, cleaning rooms and personal care.
- General wellbeing care through chatting and socialising with care users when possible.
Agency work
Interserve Healthcare Nursing Agency
Rochdale
2015.01 - 2018.01
- I have worked in the health care sector for many years. This work has taught me a great deal about compassion and empathy.
- I also learnt how to work well as a team and work to a schedule, in a routine and within a fixed time frame.
- I enjoyed chatting with residents and seeing them smile which gave me job satisfaction.
- During this period my role involved working as support and cover for care staff and support workers.
- My responsibilities included caring for adults with dementia, autism, learning difficulties and other mental health related issues, physical health problems and elderly care.
- Duties included administrating medication, preparing food and drinks, making beds, cleaning rooms and personal care.
- General wellbeing care through chatting and socialising with care users when possible.
Support Worker
Creative Support
Runcorn
2016.01 - 2016.10
- I worked at hostels and supported living for around 10 months alongside working with the care agencies.
- I also worked at one of the hostels full time for around 7 months.
- My role in support settings were to assist people with day-to-day tasks such as shopping, cleaning, making food and drinks, some care related assistance, administering medication and having days out.
- I supported individuals to apply for benefits, apply for jobs, search for housing, signposting for support with addictions and mental health.
- I also organised some cooking and art workshops to help improve people's confidence.
- I found this sort of work very rewarding as I watched individuals grow in confidence and progress forwards positively after having dealt with challenges within their lives.
Care Worker
Birch Court Residential Care Home
Cheshire
2013.01 - 2016.01
- I worked here for many years both full and part time.
- I performed general care duties as described above.
- This was my first care role where I learnt how to work in general health care services.
- I completed many relevant training courses such as manual handling, health and safety, food hygiene and waste disposal to allow me to be able to work to the best of my ability.
Education
Life coaching diploma -
01.2021
Doctorate degree - Sociology
Lancaster
01.2009
A level - Law, Psychology, Sociology
Priestley college
Warrington01.2005
GCSE - Maths, English Literature, English language, Science (double award)
Newman roman cardinal catholic high school
01.2002
Skills
- Communication skills
- Compassionate support
- Reliability and organization
- Client advocacy
- Mental health assistance
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Emotional support
- Client monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Relationship building
- Respect for diversity
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Active listening
- Neurodivergence support
- Benefits assistance
Custom Section
- Holyhead, Holyhead, Wales, LL65 2AF
- Bangor, Bangor, Wales, LL57 2DG
References
If selected, details can be provided at interview.
Hobbies and Interests
- Swimming
- Reading
- Going to the gym
- Oil painting
Interests
Additional Information
- I am a carer for my disabled son. He is neurodivergent and has complex needs. This have taught me a lot of skills that are transferable to other care and support work roles such as patience, empathy and appreciation of diverse needs.
Timeline
Support Worker (Housing)
Digartref Cyf
2024.01 - Current
Carer
Towyn Capel Residential Home
2023.06 - 2023.09
Support Worker
Creative Support
2016.01 - 2016.10
Agency work
Interserve Healthcare Nursing Agency
2015.01 - 2018.01
Care Worker
Birch Court Residential Care Home
2013.01 - 2016.01
Life coaching diploma -
Doctorate degree - Sociology
Lancaster
A level - Law, Psychology, Sociology
Priestley college
GCSE - Maths, English Literature, English language, Science (double award)
Newman roman cardinal catholic high school