Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Timeline

Wisdom Augustine

Birmingham

Summary

Compassionate and experienced professional with a background in prison services, adult care, and special needs education. Skilled in supporting vulnerable individuals with mental health, behavioural, and learning challenges, including autism, ADHD, and first-time offenders. Experienced in safeguarding, crisis management, behaviour support, manual handling, and person-centred care. Committed to promoting dignity, independence, and positive outcomes for all individuals in my care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Prison Officer

Ministry of Justice
06.2025 - Current
  • Ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of prisoners through regular welfare checks and observation
  • Support prisoners in-line with the Personal Officer strategy, completing reports on prisoners as requested, within time limits set, which contribute to sentence planning and prisoner progress
  • Assessing and managing risks associated with aggression, self-harm, or mental health deterioration.
  • Encourage responsible and respectful behaviour among offenders
  • Complete all administration in support of main duties including ordering cleaning
  • materials and completing regime monitoring
  • Deal with any prisoners concerns or issues raised
  • Coordinate and support listeners network ensuring that any advice given is supportive and accurate
  • Working collaboratively with offender management unit, healthcare staff, and social services to support individual needs and resettlement into the community.
  • Reporting and documenting concerns in line with safeguarding procedures.
  • Handling sensitive information in line with data protection and safeguarding policies.

Teaching Assistant / Safeguarding

Milestone Education
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provided one-to-one and group support for pupils with a range of special educational needs (SEN) and disabilities, including autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties.
  • Supported pupils with personal care, mobility, and daily routines, applying safe manual handling techniques and using hoists when required.
  • Monitored the welfare and emotional wellbeing of pupils, identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns in line with educational board policies.
  • Worked collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and parents to implement and review individual education and care plans (IEPs).
  • Encouraged pupils’ independence by supporting life-skill development, communication, and social engagement.
  • Responded effectively to behavioural or medical emergencies, ensuring children safety and following correct reporting procedures.
  • provided emotional reassurance and behavioural support to children experiencing anxiety, distress, or challenging behaviours.

Support Worker

Awojohnson Corporate Services Ltd
11.2023 - 10.2024
  • Provide person-centred care and support to adults with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, dementia, and mental health conditions.
  • Assist residents with daily living tasks such as washing, dressing, eating, and mobility, while ensuring their dignity, comfort, and independence.
  • Use safe manual handling and hoisting techniques to support individuals with physical limitations or restricted mobility.
  • Offer emotional support and companionship, helping residents feel valued and respected.
  • Encourage active participation in daily routines and social activities to promote wellbeing, confidence, and independence.
  • Monitor and record changes in residents’ physical or emotional health, reporting concerns promptly to senior staff or healthcare professionals.
  • Support adults who display challenging behaviour, using patience, empathy, and de-escalation strategies to maintain a calm and safe environment.
  • Work closely with care teams, nurses, and families to ensure each resident’s care plan is followed and regularly updated.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of care, following safeguarding and data protection procedures..

Education

Master of Science - Business Analytics

University of Law, Birmingham, United Kingdom
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Public Administration

University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
12-2021

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Person-Centered Care
  • Manual Handling & Mobility Support
  • Effective Communication & Teamwork
  • Safeguarding & Vulnerability Awareness
  • Behaviour Management & De-escalation
  • Health & Safety Awareness

Timeline

Prison Officer - Ministry of Justice
06.2025 - Current
Teaching Assistant / Safeguarding - Milestone Education
10.2024 - 06.2025
Support Worker - Awojohnson Corporate Services Ltd
11.2023 - 10.2024
University of Law - Master of Science, Business Analytics
University of Uyo - Bachelor of Science, Public Administration
Wisdom Augustine