Caroline Barker
Bourne ,Lincolnshire
Summary
Personable Receptionist successful in leading front desk. Great communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
33
33
years of professional experience
Work history
Receptionist/Administrator
Bourne Elsea Park C of E Primary Academy
Bourne , Lincolnshire
2015.09 - Current
- Updated student records regularly for accuracy and confidentiality purposes.
- Managed telephone switchboard efficiently to ensure smooth communication flow.
- Greeted visitors and complete sign-in procedures to approve school guests.
- Kept on top of general administrative support for accurate, up-to-date filing, calendar management and correspondence.
- Managed parent, staff and student enquiries and signposted appropriate resources.
Career Break
Raising Children
Thailand and Dubai
2005.01 - 2015.08
Emirates Cabin Crew
Emirates Airlines
Dubai, UAE
1998.05 - 2004.12
- Working in Economy, Business Class, First Class and then as a Senior Flight Stewardess
- Assisted with passenger boarding, luggage stowage, and seating arrangements for smooth flight operations.
- Coordinated effectively with ground staff during boarding and deboarding processes ensuring minimal delays.
- Responded promptly to passenger queries or complaints displaying excellent problem-solving skills for customer satisfaction improvement.
Administration Assistant
Chadwick Financial Services Ltd
Dartmouth , Devon
1997.04 - 1998.05
Insurance Clerk/Administrator
C&I Insurance Services
Dartmouth , Devon
1993.06 - 1997.04
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Private Secretary / Administration
South Devon College
Torquay 1992.09 - 1993.06
GCSEs -
Dartmouth Community College
Dartmouth, Devon 1987.09 - 1993.06
Skills
Teamwork
Communication
Customer Service Skills
Attention to detail
Selling Prestige Brands
Affiliations
- Enjoy running, reformer pilates, Bounce, paddleboarding and yoga
Timeline
Receptionist/Administrator
Bourne Elsea Park C of E Primary Academy
2015.09 - Current
Career Break
Raising Children
2005.01 - 2015.08
Emirates Cabin Crew
Emirates Airlines
1998.05 - 2004.12
Administration Assistant
Chadwick Financial Services Ltd
1997.04 - 1998.05
Insurance Clerk/Administrator
C&I Insurance Services
1993.06 - 1997.04
NVQ Level 3 - Private Secretary / Administration
South Devon College
1992.09 - 1993.06
GCSEs -
Dartmouth Community College
1987.09 - 1993.06