Amelia Herbst
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
Dedicated, confident, and organised. I am a hardworking, well organised, and charismatic person. My work experience till this point has ensured that I can work effectively alone, in a team, and in a customer facing role. This paired with my high-level studies ensures I have exceptional written and verbal communication, good public speaking skills, and excellent organisational skills. This diverse skill set grants me the ability to resolve any issue and add positively to any workplace.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Assistant Lecturer
The University of Manchester
09.2022 - Current
- As assistant lecturer my role requires good organisational skills, good academic practice, and a high level of sensitivity
- As shown by my student reviews, my teaching style and personal approach in class and to the students on an individual level creates a safe space for all, and a great environment in which to learn
- I enjoy this position a lot, and put more time into it than is required from me to make sure that I am coming to class as the best version of myself, to support my students to be their best selves
- Utilised multimedia technologies to supplement traditional teaching methods, enhancing comprehension of complex topics.
- Enhanced student engagement by creating interactive learning environments.
Barista / Waitress
The Tate Gallery
07.2022 - 12.2022
- A set term job placement over the busy period in the summer, working at the Tate allowed me to develop my barista skills, and allowed me to be a part of an intense workplace, with high customer service demands, and great team engagement
- Having completed this position my customer service skills have developed further, and my barista skills are at a high level
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing top-quality coffee and beverages.
- Maintained cleanliness of the café area whilst preparing orders.
Research Assistant
The University of Manchester
04.2022 - 07.2022
- A 130-hour role in which I researched all available media on adoption - formulating the information into a clear table for reference
- I would then present my research once a month
- This position was from home, and so I was in control of my own hours, organising myself to produce a sustainable and effective amount of work, evidenced in the research
- Improved research efficiency by meticulously organising data and files.
Copy Editing
The University of Manchester
03.2022 - 04.2022
- This position required me to access written philosophical theory and compare it to the typed-up copies made by others
- Numbering each line, I would go through and meticulously search for copy errors, which would then be noted clearly in a separate document for correction
- Meticulously checked copy against original manuscripts for precise, quality results.
Home Care
Lease of Life Home Care
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Throughout my time as a home care nurse, I was required to travel between homes, keeping to a strict schedule, and providing the best care
- This was often done under large amounts of pressure, as each visit would require a new approach, often with unforeseen circumstances being encountered
- I was often explicitly requested to do visits for certain clients, due to my outgoing yet professional nature
- Ensured client comfort by providing direct personal care, including bathing and dressing.
- Built strong relationships with clients, enhancing their emotional wellbeing.
Waitress
The National Trust
Wimpole Hall
02.2016 - 03.2017
- I worked as front of house staff in a restaurant on a National Trust estate
- This job required flexibility as often I would help in the kitchen, be moved to another location on the estate, work as a barista for the day, etc
- This was a high-pressure position, with many days being overwhelming with customers
- Regardless, I would provide the best customer care and would always stay late to help the team clean up
- Managed table settings for enhanced dining experience.
- Utilised professional communication skills to resolve customer complaints.
Education
BA (Hons) - Philosophy
The University of Hull
Hull, Kingston upon Hull 09.2017 - 07.2020
MA - Philosophy
The University of Manchester
09.2020 - 12.2021
PhD - Philosophy
The University of Manchester
Manchester 01.2021 -
Skills
- Barista training
- Bar training
- Bilingual (German, English, some proficiency in French)
- Excellent time management
- Efficient organisational skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication
- Critical thinker and problem-solver
- Quick adaptability to new environments
- Grade assessment
- Diplomatic negotiation
- Research propensity
- Knowledge of e-learning platforms
- Distance learning tools
- Public speaking
References
- Dr Graham Stevens, Professor, Head of Philosophy, The University of Manchester, graham.p.stevens@manchester.ac.uk
- Dr Emily Caddick Bourne, Lecturer, Employer (Research Assistant position), and PhD Supervisor, The University of Manchester, emily.caddickbourne@manchester.ac.uk
- Dr Frederique Janssen-Lauret, Employer (Copy Editor), The University of Manchester, frederique.janssenlauret@manchester.ac.uk
Timeline
Assistant Lecturer
The University of Manchester
09.2022 - Current
Barista / Waitress
The Tate Gallery
07.2022 - 12.2022
Research Assistant
The University of Manchester
04.2022 - 07.2022
Copy Editing
The University of Manchester
03.2022 - 04.2022
PhD - Philosophy
The University of Manchester
01.2021 -
MA - Philosophy
The University of Manchester
09.2020 - 12.2021
Home Care
Lease of Life Home Care
06.2019 - 01.2020
BA (Hons) - Philosophy
The University of Hull
09.2017 - 07.2020
Waitress
The National Trust
02.2016 - 03.2017
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