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Trudy Farden

Wellingborough,Northamptonshire

Summary

Dedicated and reliable professional with extensive skills in elderly care, personal care, and care management. Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards in housekeeping and domestic assistance. Known for punctuality, dependability, and a strong local area knowledge. Adept at medication administration and meal preparation, providing comprehensive support to clients. Committed to enhancing the quality of life for those in need through compassionate and meticulous care.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Care assistant

Glenvale
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
10.2023 - Current

I currently work a 12 hour shirt for three days on and three days off, not set days and two weekends a month. I am currently moving to Rushden, Northants and would like to reduce my hours where possible and would find nights more challenging as I like to learn new aspects of the care environment.

I have completed all my online e-learning exams and I am currently up to date with all.

  • Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every resident's progress over time.
  • Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients for early detection of health complications.
  • Ensured safe environment by maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the facility.
  • Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts.
  • Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.

Admin

National Fox Welfare Society
Rushden, Northamptonshire
02.2018 - Current
  • Displayed strong customer service skills with professional telephone manner to resolve customer enquiries.
  • Maintained office files in both electronic and hard copies.
  • Promoted welcoming environment while managing receptionist area and fielding requests for information.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by greeting visitors promptly and professionally.
  • Responded to telephone enquiries from clients, vendors and members of public.
  • Managed office inventory to ensure timely ordering and replenishment of low-level stock.
  • Assembled and mailed informational packets, reports and publications.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing calls for busy office.

Administrative Assistant

JTR COLLECTIONS
Raunds, Northamptonshire
09.2016 - 01.2018
  • Displayed strong customer service skills with professional telephone manner to resolve customer enquiries.
  • Maintained office files in both electronic and hard copies.
  • Accurately tracked tax, invoicing and budget information using QuickBooks.
  • Improved current filing system by moving to cloud-based storage solution.
  • Received and screened high-volume internal and external communications, including calls, email and mail.
  • Managed clerical needs of employees, including administrative support, file management and stationery supplies.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by greeting visitors promptly and professionally.
  • Sorted and distributed business correspondence to correct department or staff member.
  • Maintained detailed administration and office procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
  • Wrote reports and correspondence from dictation and handwritten notes.
  • Managed office inventory to ensure timely ordering and replenishment of low-level stock.
  • Improved office efficiency by managing client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
  • Managed office inventories, restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing calls for busy office.
  • Assembled and mailed informational packets, reports and publications.
  • Standardised department filing system to increase efficiency.
  • Responded to telephone enquiries from clients, vendors and members of public.
  • Answered inquiries concerning standardised policies, procedures and regulations.
  • Welcomed guests and clients in upbeat and friendly manner.

Car Part Delivery Driver

Central Auto Parts
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
05.2003 - 05.2007
  • Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklists ahead of customer drop-offs, maintaining order and delivery accuracy.
  • Loaded vehicles safely and efficiently, securing items to prevent damage for high-volume deliveries.
  • Completed and submitted daily operations logs and paperwork for well-maintained delivery records.
  • Utilised hand-held devices to capture, document and communicate proof of delivery.
  • Drove company vehicles safely and legally across national pick-ups and deliveries, maintaining brand reputation.
  • Notified management of vehicle safety concerns and issues, enabling prompt maintenance and repair.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

Northampton Booth Lane College
01.2000 - 03.2001

diploma of admin - Administration

JTR Collections
01.2017 - 01.2018

Skills

  • Self-Motivated
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Local area knowledge
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Attention to Detail
  • Housekeeping
  • Personal care
  • Care management
  • Elderly care
  • Medication administration
  • Meal preparation
  • Domestic assistance

Personal Information

Custom

Northampton, Northamptonshire,Northants

Affiliations

  • Dog walking
  • Pet Care

Timeline

Care assistant

Glenvale
10.2023 - Current

Admin

National Fox Welfare Society
02.2018 - Current

diploma of admin - Administration

JTR Collections
01.2017 - 01.2018

Administrative Assistant

JTR COLLECTIONS
09.2016 - 01.2018

Car Part Delivery Driver

Central Auto Parts
05.2003 - 05.2007

NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

Northampton Booth Lane College
01.2000 - 03.2001
Trudy Farden