Tell us about your care needs and we'll confirm their availability and help arrange an introduction.
Sharon is a highly experienced and multifaceted care professional with over two decades of experience spanning support work, art therapy, nursery practice, and mental health. She holds a Graduate Art Psychotherapy qualification and has worked across a diverse range of settings, including community support services, nursing homes, and hospitals. Sharon's unique blend of therapeutic arts expertise, mental health knowledge, and hands-on care experience makes her a compassionate and creative practitioner.
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
Room Leader·Jun 2024 – Present
Sharon leads a room within a nursery setting, overseeing the daily care, development, and wellbeing of young children. She is responsible for planning and implementing age-appropriate activities while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. The role involves supervising staff and maintaining high standards of early years practice.
Newman University
Trainee Art Teacher·Sep 2025 – Dec 2026
Sharon is undertaking a PGCE in secondary art teaching at Newman University, developing her skills in curriculum planning and classroom delivery for secondary-age students. This placement-based training involves designing and presenting art lessons in a school environment.
Mandarin Ducklings Nursery
Nursery Practitioner Level 3·Sep 2022 – 2023
Sharon worked as a Nursery Practitioner, supporting the care and early education of young children while completing 80% of her Level 3 training course. She contributed to the daily routine and developmental activities within the nursery setting.
Motion Media Technology
Region Sales·Jan 2022 – Apr 2022
Sharon worked as a B2B sales representative, responsible for achieving monthly sales targets and building strong client relationships. She developed new business opportunities, maintained existing accounts, and acted as a problem-solver for client queries and issues.
THORNBURY Community Services
Support Worker·Jul 2021 – Dec 2021
Sharon provided support to clients and their families during difficult times, managing challenging behaviours and meeting clients' daily activity needs across nationwide placements. She maintained accurate records and reported regularly to the clinical lead to ensure continuity of care.
Leeds Beckett University
Graduate Art Psychotherapy Practice·2015 – 2018
University of Roehampton
Certificate/Diploma·2012 – 2013
Shenyang University of Technology
BA·2003 – 2007
PGCE Secondary Art Teacher
Nursery Practitioner Level 3 (80% completed)
Infant and Toddler Development Assessment (Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development)
Montessori Early Education Level 4
Statistical Analysis and Survey Design
Assault Avoidance and Disengagement Training
Autism Awareness and Diagnostic Assessment (Diagnostic Interview for Social & Communication Disorders)
Yes — once you've spoken with our team, we'll arrange an introduction with carers who are a good fit. This gives you the chance to ask questions and make sure it feels right before moving forward.
Simply give us a call and tell us a bit about your needs. We'll confirm availability, suggest the best carers (including Sharon if suitable), and guide you through the next steps.
Availability can change quickly. When you speak to us, we'll check Sharon's current availability and recommend similar carers if needed, so you're not limited to just one option.
Kisimul Group - Woodstock House
Support Worker·Aug 2020 – Aug 2021
Sharon worked as a Support Worker at Woodstock House, providing day-to-day care and support to clients with complex needs. She assisted with daily living activities and contributed to a structured and supportive residential environment.
EnhanceAble
Support Worker·Jul 2017 – Jul 2019
Sharon supported individuals with disabilities, assisting them with daily activities and promoting their independence and wellbeing. She worked within a person-centred framework to meet each client's individual needs and goals.
ArtTherapy4all
Assistant Art Therapist·Dec 2016 – Oct 2017
Sharon assisted in preparing and facilitating art therapy sessions for both groups and individual clients, occasionally running groups independently. She maintained detailed session records and mid-year reports, and communicated regularly with key workers, activity coordinators, and relatives regarding service users' progress.
Young People's Academy
Teaching Assistant·Apr 2017 – Apr 2017
Sharon supported classroom teachers by reviewing learning materials with students one-on-one and in small groups to reinforce lessons. She also helped enforce school and class rules to support students' behavioural development.
Evendons Primary School
Assistant Art Therapist·Feb 2016 – Jun 2016
Sharon planned and delivered art therapy sessions for primary school-age children in a non-judgmental and supportive manner, providing both group and one-to-one sessions. She maintained clear communication with school staff, submitted session reports to her supervisor, and adapted her approach to meet the individual needs of each pupil.
Glebe House Nursing Home
Activity Coordinator·Apr 2015 – Feb 2016
Sharon planned and delivered a robust programme of activities to encourage and support residents' wellbeing, researching individual preferences to ensure activities were meaningful and engaging. She documented daily activities on the Fed database, completed risk assessments, and worked creatively to introduce new ideas under the direction of the Head of Wellbeing.
Herbal Inn
Sales Executive·Feb 2010 – Apr 2015
Sharon delivered excellent customer service while consistently achieving monthly sales targets. She maintained thorough client records and cultivated long-term customer relationships to support ongoing business growth.
The Maudsley Hospital
Therapeutic Art Group Facilitator·Sep 2013 – Apr 2014
Sharon planned and facilitated therapeutic art group sessions for service users at The Maudsley Hospital, adapting activities to meet individual needs in a non-judgmental and supportive manner. She maintained communication with shelter and site staff, submitted session reports to management, and liaised with the Programme Director to provide regular updates.
Employer not specified
Freelance Designer - Web Design, Graphic Design and Interior Design·Jan 2004 – Jan 2008
Sharon worked as a freelance designer across web, graphic, and interior design disciplines, developing creative concepts and producing layouts for print and digital media. She utilised computer-aided design (CAD) tools, managed client briefs, and provided accurate time and cost estimates for projects.
Red Yellow Blue Early Education Centre
Early Education Practitioner·Oct 2000 – Jun 2003
Sharon engaged with and assessed children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development, acting as a keyworker to plan and evaluate each child's developmental needs. She promoted inclusive and anti-discriminatory practice, and collaborated with external professionals such as Speech and Language Therapists to support children's individual learning journeys.