Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
References
Timeline
Generic

Joy Irekpolor

Edmonton ,City of London

Summary

Focused professional with career centred around support and care work. Possess innate empathy and patience, crucial for fostering positive relationships and ensuring client comfort. Skilled in utilising communication, problem-solving, and team collaboration to provide high standards of care. Committed to promoting independence and enhancing quality of life for individuals in need. Known for improving client satisfaction and contributing to cohesive team.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Teaching and Learning Assistant

Acland Burghley School
Camden, London
2024.06 - Current
  • Supporting children with additional needs.
  • Behaviour management ,safeguarding and creating safe learning environment .
  • Monitored student progress with periodic evaluations and feedback sessions.
  • Understand each child's individual needs.
  • Support communication and socials skills .
  • Follow professional and ethical responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, punctuality and behaviour patterns.
  • Ensured safe and conducive learning environment with regular classroom management.
  • Assisted teachers in grading assignments for timely feedback delivery.
  • Provided one-to-one assistance to struggling students for better comprehension of subjects.
  • Supported development of appropriate resources, working with teachers to guarantee provision met learning needs.
  • Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays for daily lessons.
  • Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
  • Encouraged self-learning habits amongst pupils by providing them with appropriate resources and guidance.
  • Enhanced student understanding by delivering tailored learning support.

Support Worker

Zenithcare recruitment
Camden, London
2023.09 - Current

I have managed over 20 residents in administering medication according to schedule, promoting optimal health outcomes.

  • Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
  • Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.
  • Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients.
  • Completed housekeeping tasks resulting in clean, safe home environment.
  • Helped achieve patient independence through guided tasks and activities.
  • Promoted mental stimulation through conversation, reading and games resulting in enhanced cognitive function.
  • Highlighted additional support provisions to maximise clients' growth opportunities.
  • Developed tailored action plans whilst prioritising pressing concerns.
  • Reported on clients' progress to evaluate service impact.
  • Adapted support where possible to increase service accessibility.
  • Helped service users to gain ability to function independently in society.
  • Facilitated weekly group meetings, providing safe, secure spaces for service users to interact and socialise.
  • Conducted one-to-one and group support sessions, helping service users to achieve care plan objectives.
  • Continuously promoted best practices in health, safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.
  • Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
  • Built strong patient relationships through compassionate care and friendly rapport building.
  • Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.
  • Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around home.
  • Actively listened to client concerns thus creating comforting environment.
  • Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
  • Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
  • Delivered high-quality care to individuals with varying needs, tailoring support to meet personalised care plans.

Education

Master of Science - International Business Management

University of Sunderland
London
03/2023 - 03/2024

Diploma in teaching Assistant Educational support - Working with children with Autism

Alison
London
05/2025 - 07/2025

Skills

  • Communication proficiency
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Observation
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Autism spectrum understanding
  • Teaching aid use
  • Time-Efficient organisation
  • Creative thinking
  • Supportive listening
  • 1:1 student assistance

Affiliations

  • Reading, Volunteering, Caring for others, Social and community involvement.

Certification

Certificate in care,Advanced Safeguarding, Health and safety, Mental Health awareness and Effective Communication.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teaching and Learning Assistant

Acland Burghley School
2024.06 - Current

Support Worker

Zenithcare recruitment
2023.09 - Current

Master of Science - International Business Management

University of Sunderland
03/2023 - 03/2024

Diploma in teaching Assistant Educational support - Working with children with Autism

Alison
05/2025 - 07/2025
Joy Irekpolor