Biography
Frances McMenemy
Skill:
Caring Competition Results:
Certification of
Participation
Participation
Date of Birth:
19/11/1991
Home Town:
Paisley
Employer:
Bupa - East Bank Care Home
Training Provider:
NTQUK
Qualifications:
NVQ Level 3
Job title:
Care Assistant
Are you City & Guilds qualified?:
No
What made you choose this career?:
Tried it and was good at it – I also enjoy it.
How did you hear about competitions? :
Was nominated.
What are your biggest personal achievements so far?:
Achieving my NVQ Level 3 and being selected for Squad UK.
What’s your ambition?:
To be selected for Team UK and compete at WorldSkills London 2011.
What are you hoping for by competing for a place at WorldSkills London 2011? :
More opportunities within my job and to help promote the caring industry.
What do your family and friends think about you competing?:
They think it is great.
What would you say to other young people considering a vocational career?:
Work hard and try different things.
What do you think getting involved in international competitions could do for your career?:
It could give it an extra boost.
What parts of your training since being in the Squad have you enjoyed most / most proud of? :
Training other competitors and helping each other.
What has been the best bit about the period in between being selected and now?:
Meeting everyone in the Squad.
What impact has this process had on your life?:
It has made me more confident and determined.
How has it benefitted your personal development?:
I have more confidence and have learnt loads.
What improvements have you / your employer seen in your work performance? :
I am working more and trying new things.