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April Miller

Corby,Northamptonshire

Summary

Organized and reliable professional with extensive experience in healthcare and high-pressure service environments. Proficient in communication, record keeping, and maintaining accuracy in structured and regulated settings. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information and support documentation processes while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Strong skills in telephone communication, information management, and operational support.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Assistant

ALDI
Corby, Northamptonshire
09.2024 - Current
  • Assisted customers by providing helpful service in a busy retail setting.
  • Facilitated transactions at the till by handling cash and card payments efficiently.
  • Supported customers with refunds and exchanges for faulty items to enhance satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily store operations.
  • Helped process and load deliveries onto store shelves to maintain product availability.
  • Rotated stock on shelves by removing out-of-date items to reduce waste.
  • Kept the store environment tidy and organised by following cleanliness standards and regulations.
  • Followed strict company policies and regulatory guidelines such as food safety standards, COSHH, and GDPR regulations.

Lived Experience Advisor (LEAP)

NHS Northamptonshire (U&ME)
Corby, Northamptonshire
11.2024 - Current

This role is occasional voluntary consultancy work contributing lived experience insight to support the development and improvement of NHS services and materials.

My role is to contribute to anti-racism initiatives aimed at improving representation, inclusivity, and engagement with underrepresented communities within healthcare services

  • Supported initiatives enhancing access to services for underrepresented groups, ensuring their needs are addressed
  • Review and support development of patient-facing materials for clarity and accessibility
  • Provided feedback on communication and inclusivity in healthcare services, promoting a more equitable patient experience
  • Shared personal experiences to enhance recruitment and interview practices
  • Work collaboratively with NHS teams and external partners

Sales Assistant & Keyholder

WHSmith (DHL Service Point)
Corby, Northamptonshire
10.2022 - 09.2024
  • Managed store operations, ensuring efficient opening, closing, and accurate cash handling
  • Handled customer and internal telephone communications
  • Maintained order systems and organised documentation, facilitating easy access and retrieval
  • Managed customer orders and tracked uncollected items
  • Supported stock control and organised store layout to enhance product accessibility
  • Facilitated services at DHL service point

Sales Assistant

CEX
Corby, Northamptonshire
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Processed customer transactions, ensuring accuracy in refunds, trade-ins, and orders
  • Maintained accurate stock and customer records to support effective inventory management
  • Assisted team operations by adhering to standardised processes

Administrative Assistant (Temp work)

RGR Memorials
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted in managing document flow and organising invoices to support administrative tasks.
  • Maintained accurate records and updated files to provide reliable information access.
  • Supported staff by handling photocopying tasks and updating files as needed.
  • Organised comprehensive filing systems for both digital and paper documents for quick retrieval.

Care Worker

Velvet Glove
Corby, Northamptonshire
05.2019 - 05.2022
  • Assisted in delivery of care as per structured care plans.
  • Administered medications and controlled drugs while following established protocols.
  • Collaborated with clients to create personalised care plans that meet daily needs.
  • Demonstrated empathy and respect towards clients with diverse needs.
  • Worked in domiciliary care and residential settings.
  • Followed strict regulatory procedures to ensure patient confidentiality and compliance with CQC standards.
  • Maintained accurate care records to support continuity of care.
  • Documented vital information for healthcare professionals to facilitate decision-making.
  • Engaged with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Provided supportive and compassionate assistance throughout service.
  • Helped clients with personal care and daily living activities to enhance well-being.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Animal Management

Stamford College
Stamford, LIN
01-2020

A Levels - Business, English Literature, Sociology

Kingswood Secondary Academy
Corby, NTH
01-2019

GCSEs - English, Science, Maths, Business Studies

Kingswood Secondary Academy
Corby, NTH

Skills

  • Information management
  • Organisation
  • Documentation
  • Multidisciplinary communication
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Prioritisation
  • Attention to detail
  • Accuracy
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environments
  • Equity promotion
  • Ethical judgement

Work Experience / Volunteering

Student Council Member - Stamford College 2020

Contributed to formal meetings by representing student views and
feedback
Built confidence in structured communication and collaboration,
enhancing group discussions and outcomes
Represented the views of students on matters relating to the student
learning experience.

Unpaid Internship - Northlands Vets 2019 

Supported veterinary staff in delivering patient care through
assistance with clinical procedures
Assisted with ensuring cleanliness and hygiene of clinical areas to
promote patient safety
Observed consultations and communication to gain insights into
veterinary practices and client interactions
Observed structured record keeping practices during veterinary care

Volunteer - Jen's Hedgehog Rescue 2018

Facilitated care routines for rescued hedgehogs to support their
rehabilitation
Performed cleaning, feeding, and basic animal care tasks to ensure
animal well-being
Adhered to hygiene and infection control procedures to maintain a
safe environment
Collaborated with a volunteer team to support various initiatives

Timeline

Lived Experience Advisor (LEAP)

NHS Northamptonshire (U&ME)
11.2024 - Current

Store Assistant

ALDI
09.2024 - Current

Sales Assistant & Keyholder

WHSmith (DHL Service Point)
10.2022 - 09.2024

Administrative Assistant (Temp work)

RGR Memorials
07.2022 - 08.2022

Sales Assistant

CEX
05.2022 - 10.2022

Care Worker

Velvet Glove
05.2019 - 05.2022

NVQ Level 3 - Animal Management

Stamford College

A Levels - Business, English Literature, Sociology

Kingswood Secondary Academy

GCSEs - English, Science, Maths, Business Studies

Kingswood Secondary Academy
April Miller