Carolyn June Porter
Danestone,Aberdeen
Summary
A proactive and resourceful professional who can effectively communicate and build positive relationships. Experience in organisation, planning and prioritising tasks to meet schedule needs. Can apply methodical, problem solving approach to tasks and excels in both independent and collaborative environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Yoga and Reformer Instructor
Aberdeen Sports Village/Self Employed
Aberdeen
07.2026 - Current
- Design, deliver and conduct group classes, adapting sessions to different skill levels and abilities.
- Teach over 16 yoga and reformer class a week to a high standard
- Create and foster a positive, welcoming and encouraging environment
- Motivate, engage and encourage students
- Administrative tasks such as scheduling, location booking, invoicing and managing payments
Senior School Administrator
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen
11.2022 - 05.2025
- Provided operational and administrative support for Aberdeen Institute of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at South China Normal University.
- Assisted vice-dean with guidance on university policies, regulations, and procedures for academics and students.
- Responded to queries through various communication methods to maintain a positive image.
- Coordinated with multiple stakeholders to ensure effective delivery within the school and institute.
- Clerked various committees, including operational management and academic committees.
- Arranged travel bookings.
Registry Officer
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Served as primary contact for key stakeholders to offer guidance on regulatory processes and study options.
- Assisted in conducting activities related to student status through registration, summer progression, graduation, and monitoring.
- Updated student records as necessary, including suspensions and changes in study modes or programme transfers.
- Utilised IT systems, including student record system and Microsoft Office, on a daily basis.
School Support Assistant
School of Psychology, University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen
05.2016 - 04.2020
- Assisted students, staff, and members of public as first point of contact.
- Provided administrative support to undergraduate teaching and research activities.
- Monitored student attendance and performance in accordance with university and school policies.
- Organised departmental events, including Anderson lectures, research seminars, and induction activities.
- Served as clerk to multiple school committees.
- Utilised IT systems such as MyAberdeen and Microsoft Office while maintaining school webpages.
Clinical Data Administrator
Woodside Medical Practice
Aberdeen
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Recorded and communicated patient data to relevant staff members as required.
- Accurate data entry
- Use of Vision and Docman software packages
- Updated practice registers concerning chronic conditions and arranged related appointments.
Education
Online master's Level Courses - Fundamentals of Human Nutrition and Metabolism, Nutrition and Health Through Life Stages, Assessment of Nutritional Health
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City 09.2018 - 12.2021
BSc (Hons) - Health Science (Health Promotion)
University of Aberdeen
09.2008 - 07.2012
Ellon Academy
08.2002 - 06.2008
Skills
Effective communication skills
Organisational and planning abilities
Data entry and attention to detail
Proactive initiative with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Analytical problem solving
Customer service
Ethical conduct
Reporting and documentation
References
I am happy to provide details on request.
Certification
- December 2025, CPD Mindful Assists and Alignment
- September 2025, CPD 50 hour Chair Yoga, YogaCourse.com
- March 2025, 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, YogaCourse.com
- December 2022, First Aid at Work, SQA
- June 2021, Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service, NCFE,
- April 2019, ILM3 Leadership and Management, University of Aberdeen
- November 2018, YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing - Gym Based Exercise, Institute of Fitness
- August 2018, Scotland Mental Health First Aid, NHS Scotland
Timeline
Yoga and Reformer Instructor
Aberdeen Sports Village/Self Employed
07.2026 - Current
Senior School Administrator
University of Aberdeen
11.2022 - 05.2025
Registry Officer
University of Aberdeen
04.2020 - 12.2022
Online master's Level Courses - Fundamentals of Human Nutrition and Metabolism, Nutrition and Health Through Life Stages, Assessment of Nutritional Health
University of Aberdeen
09.2018 - 12.2021
School Support Assistant
School of Psychology, University of Aberdeen
05.2016 - 04.2020
Clinical Data Administrator
Woodside Medical Practice
05.2013 - 05.2016
BSc (Hons) - Health Science (Health Promotion)
University of Aberdeen
09.2008 - 07.2012
Ellon Academy
08.2002 - 06.2008