Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in history and culture. Proven ability to enhance engagement through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Quick adaptability to new challenges, consistently pursuing opportunities for growth and development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Student Assistant Shelver
University of Portsmouth Library
11.2021 - 07.2024
Maintain the organisation of the library by sorting the books according to their DEWY DECIMAL system.
Maintain the neatness of the shelves by cosmetic tidying them at regular intervals.
Maintaining the order of the books by proper tidying the shelves at regular intervals.
Assisting with student inquiries.
Keeping track of the book-nook with regular checking and upkeep of this area.
Processing books that have been returned.
Processing rare books.
Organising rare books.
Processing journals.
Assisting with the journal display.
Maintaining journal display and shelves.
Waitress
Gilbert's Nursery and tea room
04.2019 - 08.2021
Followed health and hygiene standards when handling food and cleaning restaurants.
Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
Memorised complete menu and offered guests knowledgeable suggestions.
Promoted special offers such as new cake recipes.
Helped maintain an efficient work force and service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Palaeontology
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, Hampshire
07-2024
A-Levels - Applied Science
Barton Peveril College
Eastleigh, Hampshire
08-2021
A-Levels - Environmental Science
Barton Peveril College
Eastleigh, Hampshire
08-2021
A-Levels - Geography
Barton Peveril College
Eastleigh, Hampshire
08-2021
GCSES - French
The Romsey School
Romsey, Hampshire
08-2019
GCSES - Geography
The Romsey School
Romsey, Hampshire
08-2019
GCSEs - Art
The Romsey School
Romsey, Hampshire
08-2019
GCSEs - Chemistry
The Romsey School
Romsey, Hampshire
08-2019
GCSES - Biology
The Romsey School
Romsey, Hampshire
08-2019
GCSES - Physics
The Romsey School
Romsey, Hampshire
08-2019
Skills
Effective time management
Communication skills
Calm under pressure
Problem-solving
Resourcefulness
Results communication
Research collaboration
Stock management
Technical reporting
Sample handling
Legislation awareness
Keen problem solver
Client-Focused approach
Historical research
Accomplishments
Was interviewed by BBC South Meridian in 2022 about my love for fashion history and my wardrobe.
Was a 'Victorian etiquette expert' on the programme on Season 12, episode 13 of the Celebrity Antiques road trip 2023.