Mary Wilson
Isle of Lewis, Stornoway,Scotland
Summary
A reliable and adaptable professional with a diverse background across retail management, facilities operations, social care and support services. Experienced in leadership roles, including Deputy Manager and Shift leader positions, with a proven ability to supervise teams, maintain high operational standards and deliver excellent customer and service user care.
Skilled in coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, to ensure effective communication and high-quality outcomes in social care settings. Brings hands-on experience in facilities maintenance, cleaning operations and health and safety compliance across both civilian and military environments.
A proactive and hardworking individual with strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining safe, efficient and supportive environments in all rolls undertaken.
Actively pursuing job opportunities in Italy, the Netherlands, or the Isle of Lewis.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dining Room Supervisor / Kitchen Assistant
Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar
01.2024 - Current
- Supervise pupils during mealtimes, ensuring safety, positive behaviour and well-being.
- Assist with food preparation and service in line with hygiene and food safety standards.
- Maintain food safety and cleanliness of dining and kitchen areas.
Maintenance Operative / Cleaner
Aramark Government Services
01.2022 - Current
- Maintain cleanliness and operational standards across military buildings and facilities.
- Carry out basic maintenance and report repair requirements.
- Ensure compliance with strict health and safety, and security procedures.
- Manage cleaning supplies and stock efficiently.
- Identify and report maintenance issues and repairs promptly.
- Work in compliance with strict security, health and safety procedures.
Social care worker
Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Supported individuals with complex needs in daily living.
- Administered and managed medication.
- Conducted and implemented risk assessments.
- Liaising with other professional health and social care bodies.
- Prepared detailed reports and case notes, ensuring accurate documentation of client interactions.
Care assistant / Senior carer
Blar Buidhe care home
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Provided person-centred palliative care to elderly residents.
- Supported residents with mobility, hygiene, nutrition and comfort.
- Assisted in end-of-life care with compassion and professionalism.
- Took on senior responsibilities, supporting junior staff when required.
- Maintaining residents’ dignity, privacy, and well-being at all times
- Liaised with family members and other healthcare providers to ensure comfort and support throughout.
Education
SCQF Level 4–5 - Secondary Education
Secondary School
Cleveden01-2006
Languages
English
Beginner
A1
Gaelic
Beginner
A1
French
Elementary
A2
Hobbies and interests
- Fitness and wellbeing
- Running, squash, badminton
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Supporting children’s sports and activities
Skills and competencies
- Medication administration and ordering
- Social care and supported living
- Risk assessments
- Child supervision and support
- Elderly and palliative care
- Health and safety compliance
- Cleaning and infection control
- Stock management
- Teamwork and communication
- Calm, patient and dependable approach
Certification
- PUWER
- Manual Handling (Level 2 LGV)
- Fire Safety
- Health & Safety & Risk Assessment
- COSHH
- Asbestos Awareness
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Food Hygiene
- Data Protection & Information Security
Timeline
Dining Room Supervisor / Kitchen Assistant
Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar
01.2024 - Current
Maintenance Operative / Cleaner
Aramark Government Services
01.2022 - Current
Social care worker
Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar
01.2020 - 01.2022
Care assistant / Senior carer
Blar Buidhe care home
01.2014 - 01.2020
SCQF Level 4–5 - Secondary Education
Secondary School