Laura’s Continuous Learning Journey at Tweddle

When did you first join the Tweddle team?

I joined Tweddle in July 2020 a few months after I moved to Australia from Ireland. I started as a casual employee and then a month or two later became permanent. 

What is your current role at Tweddle?

I am currently working full time as Tweddle’s Clinical Care Coordinator leading the Assessment and Intake team. 

What qualifications and experience did you bring to Tweddle?

I have been a qualified Social Care Worker since 2018 and I have completed short courses since then including Play Therapy Skills, Parenting Under Pressure, Attachment and Infant Mental Health, Newborn Behavioural Observation, Sleep and Settling and Trauma-informed care. 

I have experience working in several sectors including homelessness, youth and disability. I have also worked in a Parent and Infant Assessment Unit which led me to my work at Tweddle. 

What does it mean to you to work at Tweddle?

For me, I really enjoy working at Tweddle as I always say in this work every day is different and that is what I love the most. I feel like I am continuously learning and upskilling every day. I also have the pleasure of working with such an amazing team of professionals who all bring different, unique skills and experiences to the work we do in supporting families and children. 

What keeps you passionate about working at Tweddle?

Since I started working in this sector a few years ago, my passion has always been working in partnership with families, meeting them where they are at, using a therapeutic and strengths-based approach. I also love how rewarding the work is supporting families and making a difference in their lives. 

How have you seen things change during your time at Tweddle?

For me, I started at Tweddle in the middle of a COVID pandemic and was amazed at how the service adapted so quickly to keep supporting and safeguarding vulnerable families and children. 

What advice are you asked for most?

Families often ask a lot of questions about their baby’s sleep, routines and the next stage of development. It’s very common for parents to want to get everything ‘right’ and be that ‘perfect parent’ however with parenting a lot of the time it’s learning on the job. 

Laura said that she always reminds parents that they are the ones who know their babies the best, and sometimes it’s just building confidence and trusting in themselves. We’re grateful for Laura’s enthusiasm, care and teamwork.