Tara Worby
Hull ,East Riding Of Yorkshire
Summary
Compassionate Foster carer with proven track record of providing safe, supportive and nurturing environments for children in care. Skilled in working with children with complex behavioural or emotional issues.
Highly motivated individual with desire to help children in need and committed to working with children from diverse backgrounds. Quick learner, adept at adjusting to new situations and working well under pressure.
Skilled care professional with background in social work and deep understanding of children's needs. Demonstrates talent for building positive relationships with children and families and experienced in managing crises.
Offering strong interpersonal skills, patience, and empathy. Knowledgeable about creating nurturing and supportive environment for children. Ready to use and develop communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills in [Desired Position] role.
Compassionate Foster Carer with knack for creating nurturing and supportive environments. Successfully guided numerous children through challenging times, promoting their emotional and academic growth. Skilled in building strong, trusting relationships and contributing to stable, loving homes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work history
Foster carer
Bradford children’s and family’s trust
Bradford , West Yorkshire
2004.04 - Current
- Organised weekly educational activities for enhanced learning and development.
- Provided emotional support to children in foster care, resulting in improved mental well-being.
- Provided around-the-clock support during emergencies or crises; offering immediate help when needed.
- Coordinated with school staff regarding child's progress, enhancing academic performance.
- Built strong relationships with birth families where appropriate, strengthening family ties.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing living environment, promoting a sense of security.
- Adhered strictly to safeguarding protocols; ensuring safety at all times.
- Delivered consistent care whilst managing challenging behaviour to ensure stability within the household.
- Encouraged positive behaviours through structured routine and clear boundaries, fostering personal growth.
- Tracked and recorded child's progress for review by social services team, contributing to overall care strategy.
- Managed medical appointments and health needs of children, ensuring proper physical health.
- Worked closely with other professionals involved in child's welfare; improving collaborative efforts towards child’s wellbeing.
- Facilitated open lines of communication with social workers, leading to more effective care plans.
- Comforted children during times of crisis to provide security and safety measures.
- Set fair boundaries with appropriate levels and methods of discipline.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Health and social care
Bradford college
Bradford 03.2012
Skills
- Child welfare policies awareness
- Therapeutic parenting techniques
- Understanding of attachment theory
- Child advocacy
- Nutritional planning for children
- Effective boundaries setting
- Culturally aware
- Parent-Child relationship building
- Support network liaison
- Non-Judgemental attitude
- Sensitivity to privacy
- Patience under pressure
- Life story work
- Attachment theory knowledge
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures
- Resilience in stressful situations
- Experience with adhd management
- Understanding of attachment disorders
- Proficiency in record keeping
- Behavioural Management
- Mental health first aid
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Behavioural challenges
- Child abuse
- Permanency plans
- Therapeutic parenting approach
- Crisis intervention training
- Trauma support
- Child safeguarding
- Childcare development
- Early childhood intervention
- De-escalation techniques
- Clean driving license
- Empathetic listener
- School liaisons
- Record keeping accuracy
- Respect for diversity
- Professional boundaries maintenance
- Safeguarding protocols
Timeline
Foster carer
Bradford children’s and family’s trust
2004.04 - Current
NVQ Level 3 - Health and social care
Bradford college