Aberystwyth

Over 20 years’ experience in Health and Social care practice. Qualified Level 2 in care, Level 3 in promoting independence & Level 4 Management, A1 Assessor, Qualified Manual Handling trainer, level 3 Coaching & Mentoring and PGCE (Professional Certificate in Post-Compulsory Education & Training).

Trainer & training coordinator for Affinity Aberystwyth branch.

All Wales Induction Framework assessor for Affinity Aberystwyth, Newtown and Llandrindod Wells branches.

I have been working in care since 2013. I started working in my local school before I become a carer in my local care company then transitioned into being a senior care worker then assistant area manager. I have been with Affinity since 2015 as a Care Coordinator, I have just finished my Level 5 diploma.

I have been working in adult social care since 1999 when I moved to Wales, previously I worked in childcare as a registered childminder.

I gained my knowledge and experience from working in social services, residential, EMI and nursing settings and the local hospital.

I have been a Registered Care Manager for three care companies and work as the registered manager for Affinity Care. I hold NVQ 3, NVQ 4 and Diploma 5 in Care and leadership.