Francesca Perelli
Bishop's Stortford,Hertfordshire
Summary
I am an MA History graduate from Anglia Ruskin University. Passed with distinction with a dissertation on London during the 1940s, with a particular focus on London and its Metropolitan Borough of Hampstead during the Second World War. I am especially interested in researching social and cultural history, and in both macro- and micro-history, examining how different factors interact with each other.
I am highly skilled in archival research, which I am continuing up to the present moment, on the conservation of historically valuable buildings, in collaboration with academic staff at Anglia Ruskin University.
Aside from my studies and professional experience, I enjoy outdoor activities, such as going for long walks and hikes, reading around many various topics, including those about wildlife and natural spaces: I believe strongly in the constant improvement of my knowledge, and am particularly fascinated by topics such as how the natural and constructed environment can influence individual experience. I enjoy writing, and have an affinity for antique items and books.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Student ambassador
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge , Cambridgeshire
2022.09 - 2022.10
- I interacted with both prospective students and new undergraduate students, welcoming them to the campus and acting as the 'face' of the university.
- I took on an advisory role towards the students: giving directions to help them to get around the university campus and the wider city, in addition to answering their questions regarding everyday university life-accommodation, planning study schedules, and informing them of university societies based on their individual interests.
- The role also involved teamwork with fellow student ambassadors and with both academic and non-academic staff, coordinating our activities with one another and making sure we kept on track.
- This job required me to effectively balance my full-time Master's degree study course with it, proving that I am able to adapt and to work flexibly.
SHoKE Student Consultant
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2022.05 - 2022.07
- SHoKE= Students at the Heart of Knowledge Exchange
- I took on the role of management consultant in the summer of 2022, working under the guidance of the Nous Group: an international management consultancy group, with branches in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and North America.
- The project consisted of each team member completing independent, original research into an assigned topic over the course of two weeks and writing up a report on their major findings, before sharing these with the group in order to create a final combined PowerPoint presentation to present to a client in July.
- Effective time management and planning skills were vital to the successful completion of this role.
- Improved my teamwork skills, particularly the ability to listen and learn from my peers, and from the constructive feedback of my group leader on how to improve my work.
- I worked in groups of six and 140 students respectively, improving my ability to work in both small and large groups.
- Title of our project: 'Planning for Safer and Inclusive Places for Women and Girls: A Consideration for Women's Safety', presented to members of the Essex County Council and the Cambridge County Council.
- My two areas of specialism were case studies and best practices, thus helping me to develop the practical application of my research into the everyday lives of women and girls.
- This enabled me to greatly improve my communication and presentation skills, as a couple of practice research and presentation topics were held before our final one before the Councils in July, on youth engagement and climate change.
- Awarded the Student Consultant badge by the Cambridge County Council, in recognition of excellent teamwork and consulting skills.
- I take special pride in this achievement, knowing that I made a real positive impact on some very pertinent issues in today's society, which the Councils will take into consideration when designing new urban spaces.
Teaching assistant in primary school
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
2019.06 - 2019.07
- I interacted with younger primary school pupils, from the ages of 3 to 6 (Reception to Key Stage 1).
- Worked in close relation with the teacher, supporting the children's needs in their everyday educational and recreational activities.
- Formed a positive relationship with the children, and acted as a role model and representative of the school.
- Managed challenging child behaviour.
- Created and distributed instructional materials, together with the teachers, for group and one-on-one use, ahead of classroom time.
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
Human resources assistant
Zayo Group
London , City of London
2016.07 - 2016.07
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently, performing administrative tasks, especially filing records and paperwork of employees and keeping these safe.
- Interacted and worked with colleagues in order to complete everyday tasks productively.
- Maintained employee confidentiality, reviewing and updating HR systems in conformance with GDPR.
- Kept physical and electronic personnel files regularly updated for accurate records.
Education
Master of Arts - History
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge 2022.09 - 2023.10
Bachelor of Arts - History
Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge 2019.09 - 2022.05
Skills
- Bilingual-I speak Italian at native proficiency, in addition to English at native proficiency I am also learning Spanish at A2 level, and German at A1 level, and will continue to improve these
- Qualified in History of various periods (described in my course modules), with an advanced degree
- Strong skills in independent and archival research, using both online and physical databases
- Teamwork skills, the ability to coordinate tasks among different members of a team
- Communication skills
- Excellent time management, producing high-quality work while always keeping within deadlines
- Interacting effectively with customers in a friendly manner
- Excellent skills in writing, including being able to express myself through the written word
Timeline
Student ambassador
Anglia Ruskin University
2022.09 - 2022.10
Master of Arts - History
Anglia Ruskin University
2022.09 - 2023.10
SHoKE Student Consultant
Anglia Ruskin University
2022.05 - 2022.07
Bachelor of Arts - History
Anglia Ruskin University
2019.09 - 2022.05
Teaching assistant in primary school
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
2019.06 - 2019.07
Human resources assistant
Zayo Group
2016.07 - 2016.07