- Creative writing
- Poetry
- Photography
- Reading
- Cooking and baking
- Movies and documentaries
Gabrielle Hicken
Yatton, North Somerset,England
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly creative with proven expertise in researching information, curating content and managing digital databases. Highly organized with a keen eye for detail, seeking to leverage a strong background in public service and information organization into an impactful role working within content creation that inspires me.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
School Library Assistant
Backwell School
Backwell, North Somerset
02.2022 - Current
- Organised and shelved books to maintain an accessible and user-friendly library environment.
- Processed new books for circulation, ensuring accurate setup and labelling for efficient tracking.
- Kept up to date with relevent new media that would be suitable for our library and aimed towards specific needs of students both academically and individually.
- Catalogued library books, magazines, and multimedia resources.
- Prepared and managed library spaces for events, competitions, meetings, and clubs.
- Taught literacy topics such as reading comprehension and critical thinking in structured classes.
- Monitored library premises to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.
- Fostered a friendly library atmosphere through effective communication and engagement with patrons.
- Created library websites within school management system to promote stock and events.
- Improved student librarians' skills and confidence through targeted coaching.
Supply Teacher
High Down School
Portishead, North Somerset
09.2020 - 02.2022
- Executed lesson planning and managed class activities in alignment with headteacher's objectives, ensuring smooth lesson delivery.
- Provided education across multiple subjects to students aged 3-9, enhancing their overall learning.
- Delivered lessons using relevant technology such as coding with Scratch, interactive whiteboards, coding and documentaries to support learning.
- Provided tailored support to pupils with special educational needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment and promoting individual progress.
- Facilitated positive pupil behaviour through effective discipline and reinforcement strategies, enhancing classroom environment.
- Established rapport and connections with both staff and students.
Education
PGCE - Primary Education
University Of West England
Bristol, BST01-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Game Art
University Of South Wales
Cardiff, CRF01-2018
BTEC Level 3 - Art & Design (Graphic Design)
Coleg Gwent
Pontypool, TOF01-2015
Skills
- Curating information for data management within a library database and for the use of consumers
- Research and fact-checking information
- Creating eye-catching and informative displays both for use digitally using programs such as Microsoft Publisher and Canva and physically using my own art skills including paint, collage, drawing and sketching
- Comfortable with managing multiple tasks at a time
- Strong command of the English language through my own personal writings and effectively summarising information for the use of revision, showcasing stock and advertising events
- Communication and customer service with students and members of staff
- Comfortable and knowledgable with social media
Interests
Timeline
School Library Assistant
Backwell School
02.2022 - Current
Supply Teacher
High Down School
09.2020 - 02.2022
PGCE - Primary Education
University Of West England
Bachelor of Arts - Game Art
University Of South Wales
BTEC Level 3 - Art & Design (Graphic Design)
Coleg Gwent