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Amy Hooke

Bishop's Stortford,HRT

Summary

A motivated and values-driven HR professional currently undertaking the NHS Graduate Management Trainee Scheme, with experience in Employee Relations supporting complex workforce and organisational challenges. I hold a a strong background in psychology and am currently studying towards a postgraduate diploma in Human Resource Management to improve my knowledge and theory of Human Resources practices. I am seeking a flexi placement within the charity sector, where I can apply and further develop my HR experience in a different context while remaining aligned to healthcare and public service values, contributing to improvement in employee experience and health and wellbeing outcomes for communities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Human Resources Trainee

NHS Graduate Management Trainee Scheme
2025.09 - 2027.08

Current placement (September 2025-August 2026): Employee Relations Advisor at Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

  • Acting as a first point of contact for managers and staff across the Trust on a wide range of employee relations matters, particularly attendance management queries, by providing guidance in line with employment law and Trust policies and appropriately escalating complex issues.
  • Updating and maintaining records for the ER case tracker in order to manage caseloads in an accurate and timely manner
  • Notetaking for sensitive ER meetings including investigations and disciplinary hearings, producing comprehensive, accurate, and confidential notes.
  • Supporting improvement of ER processes as well as organisational change by identifying service efficiencies and delivering projects including work to improve Sexual Safety and Dignity at Work across the Trust
  • Assisting the management of the ER central inbox by responding to queries and with responses to Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests relating to employee relations, ensuring compliance with data protection and confidentiality requirements.

Residents Services Assistant

Homes for Students
Edinburgh
2024.12 - 2025.08
  • Provided administrative and operational support to the Operations Team and Property Manager, maintaining accurate records, logging requests, and supporting smooth service delivery
  • Acted as a first point of contact for sensitive queries relating to tenancies, wellbeing, and personal concerns, handling issues with discretion, professionalism, and clear escalation where required.
  • Supported student engagement and wellbeing by designing and delivering events and social media communications to improve participation and experience

TEFL Teacher

Binh Minh Group (BME)
Hanoi, Vietnam
2023.09 - 2024.05
  • Teaching EFL to children aged 6-9 using provided teaching materials in public schools with classes of 40-60 students
  • Producing structured lesson plans focusing on improving grammar, listening, writing and spoken pronunciation of words
  • Working cooperatively with a teaching assistant to deliver engaging lessons and maintain a calm supportive classroom environment
  • Administering and grading speaking and written tests in order to determine English proficiency of students

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management

University of Leicester
2025.10 -

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of St Andrews
2019.09 - 2023.06

St George's School for Girls
Edinburgh
/2004 - /2019

Skills

  • Keen problem solver
  • Excel proficiency
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service
  • Interpersonal communication skills

References

References available upon request.

Volunteering

Age UK - Telephone Companion 

02/2022-08/2023; 11/2024-10/2025

  • Dedicated volunteer as a telephone companion for Age UK. I was paired with an elderly individual whom I called once a week and engaged in meaningful conversation. My role was to support and listen to my friend, solidifying my enjoyment for working with people.

Interests

  • Student member of the British Psychological Society. I am an avid reader and enjoy several psychological journals and magazines including The Psychologist.

Timeline

Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management

University of Leicester
2025.10 -

Human Resources Trainee

NHS Graduate Management Trainee Scheme
2025.09 - 2027.08

Residents Services Assistant

Homes for Students
2024.12 - 2025.08

TEFL Teacher

Binh Minh Group (BME)
2023.09 - 2024.05

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of St Andrews
2019.09 - 2023.06

St George's School for Girls
/2004 - /2019
Amy Hooke