Victoria Capanna
Kingston vale,London
Summary
Professional with many years experience in childcare, experienced in safeguarding and health and safety compliance. Demonstrates reliability and strong interpersonal skills, effectively solving problems in diverse roles. Adaptable to new environments, capable of both collaborative and independent work. Committed to fostering a safe and positive atmosphere for children while maintaining thorough documentation and training.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Children's Worker part time
St John the Baptist Church
Kingston Vale, London
2020.03 - Current
- Coordinated planning and organisation of children's sessions and groups.
- Supervise 4 volunteers in delivering impactful children's activities.
- Supervising groups of up to 20 children.
- Ensured workspace remained clean and organised to facilitate effective workflow.
- Liaised with clergy and administrator to guarantee smooth operation of all groups and sessions.
- Risk assessment to make sure all activities are run safely.
- Continuing professional development.
Ofsted Registered Childminder
Self employed
Kingston Vale, London
2013.06 - 2022.12
- Prepared nutritious meals that accommodated various dietary restrictions to support healthy eating habits.
- Encouraged good manners and personal hygiene in children, fostering essential life skills.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor children's development ages 0 to 8 years
- Organised engaging educational activities to enhance learning experiences.
- Maintained up-to-date training in safeguarding, first aid, and food safety.
- Continuing professional development
- Ensured compliance with Ofsted registration, local authority requirements, and ICO GDPR regulations.
Stay at home mum
Self employed
Kingston upon thames, Kingston upon Thames
2010.10 - 2013.06
- Supported development of nurturing environment for daughter enhancing healthy growth.
- Guided early childhood learning through structured play and interaction until age 3.
- Completed childminding training programme enhancing childcare skills and knowledge.
Customer trading and support - Team leader Band 3
Sainsburys
Kingston , Kingston upon Thames
2007.12 - 2011.07
- Monitoring scheduling and arranging cover where needed.
- Good operations by conducting regular safety and compliance assessments.
- Consistency across shifts through effective supervisor collaboration.
- Attending team meetings
- Secured optimal stock levels on shop floor, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Ensured strict adherence to cash handling procedures, minimising discrepancies.
- Empowered team members through supportive leadership,
- Senior member of staff on Late night shopping around 10 to 15 staff on shift.
- Staff training
- Continuing professional development
Customer service assistant Band 2
sainsburys
Kingston, Kingston upon Thames
2005.10 - 2007.11
- Handled over 30 customer service inquiries and provided assistance to customers.
- Followed cash handling processes to ensure accurate transactions.
- Supported replenishment of shop floor items to maintain stock levels.
- Packaged customer purchases with care, ensuring merchandise safety.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance service skills.
- Continuing professional development
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, contributing to improved relations.
- Attended team meetings to discuss service strategies.
- Assisted in training new staff, promoting consistency in service delivery.
Critical Care nursing assistant
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Kingston, Kingston upon Thames
1999.09 - 2005.09
- Adhered to infection control policies to minimise disease spread.
- Facilitated proper waste disposal within ward to ensure sanitation.
- Established rapport with patients through active listening and empathy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Assisted consultants and nurses during procedures.
- Prepared equipment and areas for medical procedures.
- Delivered day-to-day care to patients on 15 bed unit.
- Conducted phlebotomy and ECG procedures.
- Participated in team meetings.
- Continuing professional development
Team assistant (Nursing assistant)
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Kingston, Kingston upon Thames
1998.11 - 2002.08
- Provided daily care to patients.
- Conducted patient observations, including blood pressure, temperature, and SpO2 measurements.
- Managed confidential information with discretion to maintain trust and protocol adherence.
- Assisted in preparing for procedures, including ECG and phlebotomy.
- Maintained accurate patient records.
- Delivered high-quality patient care to enhance comfort and satisfaction.
- Offered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Adhering to infection control procedures to minimise disease spread.
- Continuing professional development
Education
GCSEs - Maths
Activate Learning
United Kingdom 2023.09 - 2024.06
NVQ Level 2 - Health and social care
Kingston hospital NHS Trust
Kingston upon ThamesGCSEs - GCSE
Chessington community college
Chessington, Kingston upon Thames 1994.09 - 1995.06
Skills
- Safeguarding children understanding
- Communication skills
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Reporting and documentation
- Food hygiene and allergy awareness
Certification
Parish Safeguarding officer induction (Diocese of Southwark)
Leadership in Safeguarding (C2) (Diocese of Southwark)
Foundation Safeguarding (Church of England)
Basic Safeguarding (Church of England)
Enhanced DBS Check St John the Baptist church (Diocese of Southwark)
Growing Leaders course (All Saints Kingston)
Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Catering
Volunteer Roles
Parish Safeguarding officer (PSO) St John the Baptist Kingston Vale (Present)
Treasurer St John the Baptist Kingston Vale (Present)
PCC (Church council)
Affiliations
- Spending time with my family, Gardening and watching a good film
Timeline
GCSEs - Maths
Activate Learning
2023.09 - 2024.06
Children's Worker part time
St John the Baptist Church
2020.03 - Current
Ofsted Registered Childminder
Self employed
2013.06 - 2022.12
Stay at home mum
Self employed
2010.10 - 2013.06
Customer trading and support - Team leader Band 3
Sainsburys
2007.12 - 2011.07
Customer service assistant Band 2
sainsburys
2005.10 - 2007.11
Critical Care nursing assistant
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
1999.09 - 2005.09
Team assistant (Nursing assistant)
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
1998.11 - 2002.08
GCSEs - GCSE
Chessington community college
1994.09 - 1995.06
NVQ Level 2 - Health and social care
Kingston hospital NHS Trust