Anonymous

Skills

In my previous roles, I have developed a strong and versatile skill set, including:
• Child-Centred Support: Providing tailored emotional and practical support to children and young people, including those with SEN and complex needs.
• Behaviour Management: Applying trauma-informed approaches to manage challenging behaviour in a calm and constructive manner.
• Effective Communication: Building trusting relationships with young people, families, and professionals, and producing clear, detailed reports and documentation.
• Teamwork and Leadership: Working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and taking on senior responsibilities in residential care settings.
• Organisation and Adaptability: Managing competing priorities in fast-paced environments while remaining responsive to the needs of those I support.
• Safeguarding and Risk Awareness: Upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals.
• Empathy and Emotional Resilience: Supporting others with compassion while maintaining professional boundaries and resilience under pressure.

About

I am an experienced and compassionate professional with a strong background in health and social care, including roles in residential child care and special educational needs (SEN) support. I hold a dual honours degree in Criminology and Psychology (2:2), which has equipped me with a deep understanding of behavioural and emotional development, as well as the psychological and social factors influencing behaviour.

My career has primarily focused on supporting vulnerable children and young people, particularly in residential settings where I have served as a Senior Residential Child Care Worker. In this role, I provided consistent emotional and practical support, implemented care plans, and worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to promote positive outcomes.

More recently, I have transitioned into a more flexible career path following the birth of my child, while continuing to explore opportunities that align with my passion for education, mental health, and child development—such as self-employed roles in SEN tutoring. My strengths lie in building trusting relationships, managing challenging behaviours with empathy and structure, and tailoring support to meet individual needs.