Sarah Nyauasaru
Child & Adult Special Needs Caregiver
127 Raats Drive Parklands Cape Town
Summary
Responsible Caregiver with excellent communication skills demonstrated by experience in healthcare, industrial cleaning services, cooking as well as a dedication to completing task on time Excellent communicator, Problem solving & analytical skills, Strategic thinking and planning abilities, Time conscious adaptable and quick to learn new concepts and skills. Excellent driver with (C1) Code 10 international drive’s Licence Languages: English : Shona : Xhosa
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Child care giving
Evonne Joubert
- Prepared and assisted with daily care of infants and toddlers with personal hygiene, sleeping, mealtimes, and playing
- Promoted Language development skills through integrative reading and story telling
- Enacted a child friendly environment including frequent access to outdoor activities
- House sitting
House Sitter
Conillia
- Managed pet care responsibilities efficiently, guaranteeing the health and well-being of animals under supervision.
- Fed and walked pets, cleaning up after pets indoors and outdoors.
- Communicated with homeowner via phone or text.
- Safeguarded homeowner valuables, demonstrating responsibility for entrusted belongings while owners were away from their homes.
- Cared for houseplants by frequently watering during owners' absence.
- Prevented potential security issues by conducting regular perimeter checks and promptly reporting any concerns to homeowners.
- Ensured a safe environment for pets under care by routinely monitoring health conditions and administering medications as instructed by owners.
- Contributed to a well-organized home space by performing light cleaning duties, promoting a welcoming atmosphere upon the owner''s return.
- Reduced homeowner stress levels by managing daily tasks such as collecting mail, watering plants, and taking care of pets.
- Fed and watered animals and replaced dirty bedding and litter boxes.
Adult care giving
The Salvation Army Beth Rogelim Men's Home
06.2024 - Current
- Provided services in home care for individuals who require assistance and are unable to do for themselves.
- Administrated medication and call in refills as needed
- Completed house duties in a timely manner
- Accompanied patients to doctor appointments, completed errands & Outdoor activities
- Cooking : Adhere to food safety, kitchen cleanliness, ensuring that supplies are maintained, preparation of ingredients by following recipes, providing food that is appealing to the people to encourage them to eat it.
Education
O level -
Child & Adults Special Needs International Certificate - undefined
First Aid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - undefined
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Multitasking Abilities
Customer service
Calm under pressure
Dependable and responsible
Organization and time management
Supervision and leadership
Excellent communication
Timeline
Adult care giving - The Salvation Army Beth Rogelim Men's Home
06.2024 - Current
Chilton Care International College - Child & Adults Special Needs International Certificate,
- First Aid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation,
Child care giving - Evonne Joubert
House Sitter - Conillia
Manunure high school - O level,
TRAINING
- Special needs course for children and adults Learning Disabilities, Down syndrome, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, ADHD, OCD, Anxiety disorders Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Eating disorders, Autism spectrum disorder (including Asperger’s Syndrome) Mobility Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Sensory impairment
- First Aid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Covering- Chocking, Bleeding, Anaphylaxis burns & Fractures/ Breaks, Asthma, Croup, Fever, Head injury, Heat Exhaustion, Poisoning