Gavish Luchoomun
Dundee
Summary
I am a target driven person with a record of academic success, eager to add value to a quality focused team. I am looking for a role that provides the opportunity for high levels of responsibility. I am reliable and a collaborative team member, looking for an opportunity to develop my skills and knowledge more through training and qualifications. I have a flexible approach to employment and I do not have any commitments to date at this time.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing Intern
Receptionist
Luna's Shop
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
Tutor
Saint Andrews University
Saint Andrews, UK
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
Volunteer
Maxwell Community Centre
Dundee, UK
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Amplified non-profit reach by managing social media campaigns.
- Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
Volunteer
Maxwell Community Centre
Dundee
11.2017 - 03.2018
- Aside from general assistance with operations, my main contribution was using my photography and IT skills to revamp their old presentation that played on a big monitor for guests to see
- I made it more colourful, interesting, engaging and made the images clearer, replacing them as and when needed and taking new photographs.
Work Shadowing
NHS Scotland
Dundee
01.2012 - 08.2012
- I shadowed a medical technician preparing different machines for medical use and got to see python used as a language to operate these machines
- This greatly developed my interest in programming
- I learned about professional etiquette from the kind people at the tech division.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Astrophysics
University of St Andrews
Saint Andrews, UK06.2023
High School Diploma -
High School of Dundee
Dundee, UK05.2019
Skills
- Excellent attendance and timekeeping record
- Mature and responsible person with a positive outlook
- Excellent communication skills written and verbal
- Experience of working within a team
- Excellent listening skills and can follow instructions verbal or written
- Excellent IT skills, use of Microsoft Office, Python, SQL, data analysis, data entry, database design, and management
- Reliable, responsible, flexible and motivated
- Ability to learn new skills and knowledge
- Excellent at problem solving, time management, strategic planning and can work under pressure
- Good attention to detail, safety, and organization
- Efficient role model and employee
Personal Information
Hobbies: My main hobby is photography, I enjoy taking pictures all round Dundee of a variety of buildings and people. I enjoy doing origami and find this relaxing and enjoyable. I generally like to keep fit by going out for runs.
Awards
- Dux of Computing Science
- Vice House Head during my time at High School of Dundee.
- I was involved in the publication of a booklet regarding Mental Health. I was responsible for the delivery and presentation of this to the parents, encouraging them to purchase the booklet and the proceeds were forwarded onto a relevant charity.
- I participated in a photography competition at school and I was fortunate enough to come first. My photograph was printed by the school and displayed in the computing science department and the Review end of year booklet.
- Whilst in 6th year at school, I tutored 3rd/4th pupils in all three sciences and maths. I actively supported them with their studies.
References
- Mr Andrew Downie, PSE Teacher, High School of Dundee, Euclid Street, Dundee, DD1 1HU, 01382 202921, asdownie@highschoolofdundee.org.uk
- Juan Hernandez Santestiban, Lecturer, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, KY16 9AJ, 01334 476161, jvhs1@st-andrews.ac.uk
- Jessica Stanton, Employer of Luna's Shop, +1 9415185335, Jessicastanton2@aol.com
Timeline
Receptionist
Luna's Shop
10.2023 - 07.2024
Tutor
Saint Andrews University
08.2020 - 05.2023
Volunteer
Maxwell Community Centre
01.2018 - 01.2020
Volunteer
Maxwell Community Centre
11.2017 - 03.2018
Work Shadowing
NHS Scotland
01.2012 - 08.2012
Marketing Intern
Bachelor of Science - Astrophysics
University of St Andrews
High School Diploma -
High School of Dundee