Maria Saunders

*B Arlington House

All Saint’s Avenue

Margate

Kent

CT9 1XR

075********

acxbo0@r.postjobfree.com

Personal Profile

An individual who has recently moved to the Thanet area and is looking for a role where current skills can be utilised. Has over 5 years’ experience of working as a taxi escort and has looked after children with a range of disabilities. Has also cared for family members on a voluntary basis since the age of ten. Has a good knowledge of first aid and is able to administer basic first aid as necessary. Has a naturally caring disposition, and an empathic nature. Has excellent communication skills and can relate to people (including children and the elderly) on all levels. Has worked with children with a wide range of disabilities including learning difficulties and physical disabilities. Has the ability to work under own initiative, but works equally well as part of a team. Is willing to undertake any training.

Key Skills

Basic First Aid skills

Knowledge of safeguarding

Excellent communication skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Taxi escorting

Employment History

Volunteer School Escort Private Employer 2016

Duties include:

Volunteering for a company that provides escorts for disabled children

Sitting on the bus with children whilst they travel to and from school

Safeguarding, and reporting any issues

Ensuring health and safety requirements are met

School Escort Premier Taxis 2015

Duties included:

Escorting children on their journeys to and from school

Safeguarding, and reporting any incidents

Ensuring health and safety is met

Dealing with a range of disabilities

School Escort Britannia Coaches 2011 – 2015

Duties included:

Escorting children on journeys to and from school

Looking after children with a wide range of disabilities – both mental health and physical disabilities

Safeguarding duties

Prior to escorting career, worked in various part time roles including cleaning, mid-day meals supervising, and making boxes. Has also cared for family members.

Education

Assertiveness Course (2013)

Course of Preparation for Volunteers (2007)

Moving and Handling Lecture (2004)

Hobbies and Interests

Enjoys watching TV

Loves animals, and enjoys taking dogs for a walk

References Available Upon Request

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