Amy Pulfer-Ridings
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I am seeking entry-level aged care position where I can support elderly clients with daily activities, caring and reliable, individual with volunteer experience in aged care. Currently, I am studying Certificate III in individual support. I am also a experienced hairdresser with strong communication skills and friendly attitude. passionate about supporting elderly clients and providing quality care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Aged Care Support
Palm Tree Rest Home
Devonport, Auckland
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Developed understanding of age care routines and resident needs as well as providing companionship and emotional support to them.t
- Establish positive relationship and communicate effectively with residents and their families.
- Followed infection control and hygiene procedures thereby maintaining a safe, clean and respectful environment.
- Assisted staff with daily non-clinical tasks.
Hairdresser
Sharing Shed
Glenfield, Auckland
04.2021 - 03.2026
- Conduct client consultations for understanding of preference before cutting and executes precise hair cutting techniques to achieve desired results with complement their features.
- Recommends a variety of products to clients in attempt to improve hair health.
- Co-operates with staff members to create a healthy working environment.
- Utilized effective communication skills to resolve client concerns and faster loyalty.
Hairdressing Assistant
Vivo Hair
Auckland, Auckland
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Assist hairdressers in providing various services such as shampooing, conditioning, colouring, cutting and highlighting, which can improve my skills.
- By actively listening to clients needs and preferences, support for client consultations and assisting in scheduling appointments which ensures a smooth salon experience is provided.
- Maintain a clean and tidy shop environment, to clean and disinfect tools as well as work areas.
- Responsible for timely replenishment of products to ensure a balanced inventory level.
Hairdressing Apprentice
Dean Michales
Auckland, Auckland
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Assist hairdressers in providing various services to clients, including shampooing, colouring, highlights, perming, and straightening. Observe their skills and learn advanced colouring and cutting techniques to gain experience.
- Assist team members in providing client services and ensuring each customer feels comfortable throughout the entire process.
- Assist front desk staff in practicing customer consultation skills to improve communication and service abilities, and assist in completing appointment bookings.
Education
Certificate III in Individual Support (Current) - Aged Care
Sage Education
Brisbane, QLD06-2026
Level 5 Hairdressing Qualification Apprenticeship - Hairdressing
Cut Above Academy
New Zealand06-2021
Level 4 Hairdressing Qualification - Hairdressing
Premier Institue of Eductation
Auckland, New Zealand06-2019
Skills
- Personal Care support
- Compassionate and patient approach to elderly care
- Basic first aid
- Hygiene and safety practices
- Communication and interpretation
- Rapport building
- Reliability and punctuality
- Hair colouring and styling
Timeline
Aged Care Support
Palm Tree Rest Home
11.2025 - 03.2026
Hairdressing Assistant
Vivo Hair
07.2021 - 04.2022
Hairdresser
Sharing Shed
04.2021 - 03.2026
Hairdressing Apprentice
Dean Michales
09.2018 - 12.2019
Certificate III in Individual Support (Current) - Aged Care
Sage Education
Level 5 Hairdressing Qualification Apprenticeship - Hairdressing
Cut Above Academy
Level 4 Hairdressing Qualification - Hairdressing
Premier Institue of Eductation