Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
References
Certification
Additional information
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Tinotenda Mercy Gamu

Old Farnley,United Kingdom

Summary

Dedicated care professional with expertise in personal care and hygiene assistance, patient mobility, and medication administration. Skilled in monitoring patient condition and vital signs, providing emotional support and companionship, and ensuring safeguarding and patient safety. Proficient in care documentation and report writing, with excellent communication skills that facilitate conflict resolution. Demonstrates strong planning and coordination of duties, teamwork, and reliability. Committed to enhancing patient well-being through compassionate care while pursuing opportunities for professional growth within the healthcare sector.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4038
4038
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Casual Support Worker

Angels Healthcare Solutions
2024.06 - 2026.03

Promoted independent living for 8–12 clients, encouraging self-care and participation in daily routines while ensuring safety and wellbeing.

Delivered consistent emotional and social support, building trust and improving clients’ confidence and quality of life.

Monitored vital health indicators and behavioural changes, promptly reporting concerns to supervisors to support early intervention.

Assisted clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders.

Healthcare Assistant

Hope Homestay Ltd
Leeds, UK
2023.09 - 2026.03
  • Assisted 10–15 patients per shift with personal hygiene, dressing, and daily care needs while maintaining dignity and comfort.

    Supported safe mobility and transfers for patients using appropriate handling techniques, reducing risk of falls and injuries.

    Monitored patient conditions and accurately reported health changes to nursing supervisors, contributing to timely medical intervention.

    Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, improving overall wellbeing and reducing feelings of isolation.

    Maintained 100% compliance with hygiene, infection control, and safety protocols within care environment.

    Ensured patient dignity, privacy, and wellbeing at all times, delivering compassionate, person-centred care.

Healthcare Assistant

AFYA Care Ltd
2023.03 - 2023.08
  • Assisted 10–15 patients per shift with personal hygiene, feeding, and mobility support while maintaining dignity and comfort.

    Observed daily patient routines and behavioural changes, accurately reporting concerns to nursing staff to support timely care interventions.

    Ensured patient comfort and safety by positioning and supporting patients in beds and chairs to prevent pressure injuries.

    Performed safe moving and handling procedures using hoists, slide sheets, and other mobility equipment to reduce injury risks.

    Supported healthcare teams by recording basic observations and assisting with routine patient assessments.

Accounting Graduate Trainee

CBZ Bank Limited
Harare
2022.01 - 2023.02
  • Generated and analysed monthly financial reports using accounting software, supporting accurate financial decision-making.

    Performed daily bank reconciliations and cash balancing, maintaining 100% accuracy in financial records.

    Collaborated with cross-functional finance teams to support budgeting, reporting, and organisational financial objectives.

Part-Time Support Worker

Borradaile Trust Old People's Home
2021.01 - 2023.01
  • Assisted 8–12 residents daily with personal hygiene, grooming, and daily routines while maintaining dignity and independence.

    Administered prescribed medications in accordance with care plans and safety protocols, ensuring accurate documentation.

    Accompanied residents to medical appointments, social activities, and daily walks, promoting mobility and social engagement.

    Prepared nutritious meals and assisted residents with feeding, supporting dietary requirements and overall wellbeing.

    Maintained clean and safe living environments, ensuring resident rooms met hygiene and infection-control standards.

Accounting Finance Intern

CBZ Bank Limited
Harare
2019.08 - 2020.07
  • Assisted with financial reporting and analysis
  • Generated accounting reports using financial systems
  • Maintained confidentiality of financial data

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Accountancy

University of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
09.2021

A-Levels - Commercials

Monte Cassino Girls High School
Zimbabwe
11.2016

Skills

  • Personal Care & Hygiene Assistance
  • Patient Mobility & Moving and Handling
  • Medication Administration
  • Monitoring Patient Condition & Vital Signs
  • Emotional Support & Companionship
  • Safeguarding & Patient Safety
  • Care Documentation & Report Writing
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Planning and Coordination of Duties
  • Teamwork and Reliability

References

  • Lizzie, Ncube, Clinical Lead, lizziencube@hopehomestay.co.uk, +44 7803590911, Hope Homestay
  • Frank, Matowanyika, Care Manager, humanresources@angleshealth.co.uk, Angels Healthcare Solutions

Certification

  • Care Skills Academy
  • NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care (Equivalent)
  • HB Compliance – 2024
  • Mental Capacity Act 2005
  • Mental Health Act 2007
  • Mental Health Awareness
  • Complex Care Certificate
  • VAAD Training Centre – Bradford (2024)
  • Medication Administration
  • Basic Life Support
  • Mandatory Healthcare Training

Additional information

  • Active DBS (Update Service)
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Own Vehicle

Timeline

Casual Support Worker

Angels Healthcare Solutions
2024.06 - 2026.03

Healthcare Assistant

Hope Homestay Ltd
2023.09 - 2026.03

Healthcare Assistant

AFYA Care Ltd
2023.03 - 2023.08

Accounting Graduate Trainee

CBZ Bank Limited
2022.01 - 2023.02

Part-Time Support Worker

Borradaile Trust Old People's Home
2021.01 - 2023.01

Accounting Finance Intern

CBZ Bank Limited
2019.08 - 2020.07

Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Accountancy

University of Zimbabwe

A-Levels - Commercials

Monte Cassino Girls High School
Tinotenda Mercy Gamu