NUALA WARRINGTON
Derrylin,N. Ireland
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Social Worker (Residential Services)
Western Health and Social Care Trust
2007.02 - 2026.07
- Developing, implementing, and reviewing individual care plans in partnership with other professionals.
- Ensured safety and welfare of young people by promptly responding to concerns and adhering to safeguarding policies.
- Delivered day-to-day care and emotional support to young people with complex needs, addressing trauma, behavioural challenges, and safeguarding concerns.
- Working closely with other professionals.
- Ensuring the young person’s rights are upheld and their voice is heard in decision-making.
- Facilitating positive relationships with family where appropriate.
- Connected young people with community resources and activities to foster personal development and integration.
- Encouraged regular school attendance by collaborating with teachers and students.
- Arranging and attending health appointments.
- Record Keeping: Maintaining high standards of documentation.
- Permanent
Social Worker - Children's Services
WHSCT, Coleshill, Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh
Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh
2006.03 - 2007.02
- Investigated cases of alleged child abuse and took action to ensure children's safety.
- Co-ordinated assessment and care planning processes for looked after children, ensuring timely completion of all relevant LAC documentation.
- To visit and support looked after children in accordance with statutory requirements and Trusts policies and procedures.
- To provide a child and family orientated social work service to children in need and their families.
- Assessed individual client needs and co-ordinated services to address those needs effectively.
- Partnered with parents, carers, and children to empower them in making informed choices and decisions in their best interests.
- Provided social work services in Early Years Team to support children's development.
- Checked the suitability of individuals providing care, verifying their eligibility to work with children.
- Registered, inspected, monitored and supported childminders and day care providers.
- Writing annual inspection reports.
Social Worker Early Years Team
HomeFirst Community Trust, 52 Orritor Road, Cookstown, Co. Tyrone
Cookstown, Co. Tyrone
2004.11 - 2005.09
- Delivered social work services to children and families based on their assessed needs.
- Carry out investigations of alleged abuse of children.
- Participated in development of preventative and supportive services for children, enhancing support frameworks.
- Collaborated in multi-disciplinary teams with professionals, health visitors, and police to address child welfare concerns.
- Participate in child protection case conferences, LAC Reviews.
- Assessment and court report writing.
- Registered, inspected, monitored, and supported childminders and day care providers to ensure high quality care and compliance with standards.
- Checking on the suitability of people providing care, ensuring that there is no known reason why they are not able to work with children.
- Writing annual inspection reports.
- Liaison with voluntary and community groups.
- Performed various administrative tasks to support office operations.
- Social Worker Childcare Team
Temporary Social Worker (Family & Childcare Team)
Sperrin Lakeland Health and Social Services Trust, Community Services Dept, Coleshill, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
2004.09 - 2004.11
- To carry out investigations and to ensure the safety and protection of children.
- Assessed individual client needs and coordinated service provision to effectively address them.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary team to develop tailored support plans for clients.
- Maintained up-to-date records on case files and on Socsare.
- Managed administrative tasks to ensure smooth daily office operations and support team efficiency.
Relief Social Care Worker
St John of God Camlona Services, 111 Upper Glenageary Rd, Dun Laoghaire, Co.Dublin
Dun Laoghaire, Co.Dublin
2002.02 - 2004.09
- Administered and monitored medication for clients in a residential setting to ensure adherence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients with personal care tasks, including bathing and grooming, in a supportive manner.
- Maintained accurate and confidential records to support care quality and compliance.
- Facilitated community integration for individuals with learning disabilities.
- Transported clients to and from their workplaces using a company vehicle.
Social Care Worker
St John of God Cannona Services, 111 Upper Glenageary Rd, Dun Laoghaire, Co.Dublin
Dun Laoghaire, Co.Dublin
2001.04 - 2002.01
- Assisted clients with personal care, enhancing their dignity and comfort.
- Facilitated community living for individuals with learning disabilities, promoting independence.
- Distribute & administer medication.
- Maintain appropriate records within the home.
- Transported clients safely to and from workplaces, ensuring timely arrivals.
Residential Care Worker
Progress Children's Services Ltd, Portland House, Portland Rd, Aldridge, Walsall, West Midlands, England
Aldridge, Walsall, England
2000.12 - 2001.03
- Delivered personalised care to children/young people, ensuring their specific needs were met.
- Implemented care programs.
- Reviewed care plans regularly to track progress and adapt support strategies accordingly.
- Supported children with learning disabilities, addressing challenging behaviour through tailored interventions.
- Encourage self-determination and provide support to children/young people enabling them to gain maximum independence as they progress through adulthood.
- Distributed and administered medication to children according to prescribed guidelines.
- Liaise with other organisations to provide access to community based services and resources.
- Maintain appropriate records within the home.
- Assist in the management of child/young person's money.
Care Worker
Goscote Adult Training Centre, Trinity Ltd, Walsall, West Midlands, England
Walsall, England
2000.09 - 2000.12
- Supported individuals with learning disabilities in daily activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Assisted students with personal hygiene and daily living tasks, promoting self-sufficiency and confidence.
- Implemented tailored training programmes for students on a one-to-one basis, addressing individual needs and fostering skill development.
- Supervising students during field trips.
Residential Worker
Sperrin Lakeland Health and Social Services Trust
2000.06 - 2000.08
- Assisted guests with personal care, ensuring dignity and comfort during their stay.
- Supervised guests during activities and outdoor pursuits, promoting safety and enjoyment.
- Participated in overnight care for children with disabilities.
- Contributed to summer respite care scheme for children with learning and physical disabilities, providing support and engagement.
- Distributing medication.
- Managed guests' money during their stay.
- Performed daily household tasks, including cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
- Maintaining appropriate records during the scheme.
Residential Worker
Sperrin Lakeland Health and Social Services Trust
1999.06 - 1999.08
- Supported summer respite care scheme for children with disabilities at local community centre, enabling families to access essential relief services.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Residential Worker
Sperrin Lakeland Health and Social Services Trust
1998.06 - 1998.08
- Supported a summer respite care scheme, providing care and activities for children with learning and physical disabilities, enhancing their social skills and engagement.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Care Assistant
The Acorn Rest Home, Birmingham Rd, Walsall, West Midlands, England
Walsall, England
1998.02 - 1998.06
- Assisted residents with personal care needs, ensuring dignity and comfort during dressing, feeding, toileting, and showering.
- Performed cleaning tasks to uphold hygiene standards and create a safe, welcoming environment for residents.
- Maintained a calm demeanor during crisis situations thus providing reassurance to both the residents and their families.
- Followed strict dietary plans tailored for each patient's health condition resulting in improved overall health status of residents.
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing concerns of patients' families.
Nursing Auxiliary
The County Private Nursing Home, Temp Rd, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
1996.07 - 1997.09
- Assisted residents with personal care, including dressing, feeding, and toileting to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Completed laundry tasks during night shifts to maintain hygiene standards and support care environment.
- Ensured comfort of patients by providing personal care assistance.
- Provided emotional support during stressful procedures; eased anxiety levels among patients.
- Assisted in wound dressings and pressure sore prevention methods; reduced risk of infection.
Nursing Auxiliary
The Grann Abbey Private Nursing Home, Derrygonnelly Rd, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
1996.05 - 1996.07
- Assisted residents with dressing, feeding, and toileting to promote dignity and comfort.
- Sorted and washed residents' laundry to ensure cleanliness and uphold hygiene standards.
- Undertook regular ward rounds; improved vigilance on patient condition changes.
- Aided in physiotherapy sessions; facilitated faster recovery post-surgery.
- Participated in staff training sessions; updated professional knowledge regularly.
Education
GSCE - English (C), Maths (C), Religion (B), History (B)
St Aidan's High School
Derrylin, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh 1989.01 - 1994.01
Dip HE - Social Work
University of Ulster (Jordanstown)
2002.01 - 2004.01
BA Degree - Special Needs and Inclusion in Society and Religion Studies
University of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus
Walsall, West Midlands, England 1997.09 - 2000.06
GNVQ Advanced - Health & Social Care
Fennanagh College
1995.09 - 1997.06
GNVQ Intermediate - Health & Social Care
Fermanagh College
1994.01 - 1995.01
Certification
- Hold Current full clean driving license
- Hold Current Registration with NISCC January 2026 - January 2027
- CORU May 2026- May 2027
Voluntary Work Experience
- 1999-10-01, 1999-12-01, When at University as part of a module I spent three weeks at a special needs school for children with learning difficulties., There I observed the children's behaviour many of whom presenting challenging behaviour.
- Walsall Resource Centre, 1998-10-01, 1999-03-01, I did voluntary work for Walsall Resource centre, which provided and after school club for children with learning disabilities., It provided activities on Saturdays e.g. Swimming.
- 1995-01-01, 1997-01-01, When completing the GNVQ Advanced in Health and Social Care Course, during the two years I spent several months work experience om Killadeas Adult Training for people with severe learning disabilities., Following the work experience I was asked to accompany the members and staff on their annual summer holiday in Galway.
Custom
Completion of ongoing professional development and training during my employments below.
Timeline
Social Worker (Residential Services)
Western Health and Social Care Trust
2007.02 - 2026.07
Social Worker - Children's Services
WHSCT, Coleshill, Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh
2006.03 - 2007.02
Social Worker Early Years Team
HomeFirst Community Trust, 52 Orritor Road, Cookstown, Co. Tyrone
2004.11 - 2005.09
Temporary Social Worker (Family & Childcare Team)
Sperrin Lakeland Health and Social Services Trust, Community Services Dept, Coleshill, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
2004.09 - 2004.11
Relief Social Care Worker
St John of God Camlona Services, 111 Upper Glenageary Rd, Dun Laoghaire, Co.Dublin
2002.02 - 2004.09
Dip HE - Social Work
University of Ulster (Jordanstown)
2002.01 - 2004.01
Social Care Worker
St John of God Cannona Services, 111 Upper Glenageary Rd, Dun Laoghaire, Co.Dublin
2001.04 - 2002.01
Residential Care Worker
Progress Children's Services Ltd, Portland House, Portland Rd, Aldridge, Walsall, West Midlands, England
2000.12 - 2001.03
Care Worker
Goscote Adult Training Centre, Trinity Ltd, Walsall, West Midlands, England
2000.09 - 2000.12
Residential Worker
Sperrin Lakeland Health and Social Services Trust
2000.06 - 2000.08
Residential Worker
Sperrin Lakeland Health and Social Services Trust
1999.06 - 1999.08
Residential Worker
Sperrin Lakeland Health and Social Services Trust
1998.06 - 1998.08
Care Assistant
The Acorn Rest Home, Birmingham Rd, Walsall, West Midlands, England
1998.02 - 1998.06
BA Degree - Special Needs and Inclusion in Society and Religion Studies
University of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus
1997.09 - 2000.06
Nursing Auxiliary
The County Private Nursing Home, Temp Rd, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
1996.07 - 1997.09
Nursing Auxiliary
The Grann Abbey Private Nursing Home, Derrygonnelly Rd, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
1996.05 - 1996.07
GNVQ Advanced - Health & Social Care
Fennanagh College
1995.09 - 1997.06
GNVQ Intermediate - Health & Social Care
Fermanagh College
1994.01 - 1995.01
GSCE - English (C), Maths (C), Religion (B), History (B)
St Aidan's High School
1989.01 - 1994.01