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Tabbi Nganga

Northampton,United Kingdom

Summary

A highly motivated, passionate, and adaptable individual who has just completed Occupational Therapy degree studies and is awaiting HCPC registration by July. Having a positive, caring attitude and significant experience gained through diverse placements and prior NHS roles as a Health Care Assistant and Technical Therapy Instructor at Northampton General Hospital. Deeply committed to occupation-centred, strengths-based practice, utilising biopsychosocial and other theoretical models to understand holistic needs. Experienced in patient care, NHS policies, reablement, adaptations, and facilitating safe interventions to maximise independence and quality of life. Proficient in Microsoft Office for communication and documentation. Shown ability to work independently, remotely, and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Sensitive to diversity and inclusion through lived experience and training. Looking forward to bringing passion, foundational skills, and a strong commitment to learning and preceptorship to the Occupational Therapist role at Herts Council. A dedicated team player ready to contribute positively and productively.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Technical Therapy Technician

Northampton General Hospital
Northampton , Northamptonshire
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Worked within the Therapies Department, rotating around various wards.
  • Facilitated OT/Physio assessments, provided prescribed equipment, conducted functional rehabilitation sessions, and completed risk assessments under supervision.
  • Supported smooth and timely patient discharges through effective MDT and family liaison.
  • Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families

Healthcare Assistant

Northampton General Hospital
Northampton, Northamptonshire
06.2018 - 09.2022
  • Provided high-quality direct patient care across different hospital wards, e.g. geriatric, stroke and assessment wards. Gained extensive experience working within NHS policies, procedures, and regulations. Enhanced understanding of patient needs a in an acute setting including dignity.
  • Maintained high skin integrity for the patients.
  • Performed safe manual handling for the patients, using the right equipment and appropriately.
  • Documentation as required and following the policy for Datix for incidences and near misses.
  • Liaising and working collaboratively with the MDT, families and external partners.
  • Maintained written and verbal communication following the Trust policy.
  • Attended all trainings and orientation as required by the Trust policy.


Support worker

Lilycare Agency, MS Patients.
Northampton, Northamptonshire
06.2016 - 03.2018

Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing), daily tasks and manual handling.

Helping with household chores (shopping, cleaning, meals) and medication (after in-house training).

Monitoring health and well-being. Providing companionship and emotional support. Supporting access to community activities and appointments. Following care plans, keeping records, and communicating with relevant people. Safeguarding individuals from harm and reporting any concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Northampton
Northampton, Northamptonshire
09.2022 - 06.2025

Certificate of Higher Education - Health Education

CTS Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes
01.2022 - 07.2022

NVQ Level 2 - Adult Social Care

Steadfast City & Guilds
Northampton, Northamptonshire
03.2017 - 02.2018

Skills

  • Aligning with core occupational therapy values, while following the HCPC and RCOT policiesActivities of Daily Living (ADL) assistance
  • Interprofessional and MDT working
  • promoting independence and participation
  • Providing individuals with the right support and advice
  • Clinical documentation
  • Manual handling and other mandatory training
  • Person-Centred Approach
  • Organisational standards
  • Elderly care proficiency
  • Communicating with dementia patients
  • Knowledge of NHS policies
  • Patient dignity preservation
  • Handling distressed patients
  • Adapting to patient needs
  • Equipment knowledge


Timeline

Technical Therapy Technician

Northampton General Hospital
04.2024 - 10.2024

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

University of Northampton
09.2022 - 06.2025

Certificate of Higher Education - Health Education

CTS Milton Keynes
01.2022 - 07.2022

Healthcare Assistant

Northampton General Hospital
06.2018 - 09.2022

NVQ Level 2 - Adult Social Care

Steadfast City & Guilds
03.2017 - 02.2018

Support worker

Lilycare Agency, MS Patients.
06.2016 - 03.2018
Tabbi Nganga