Harriet Purdy
Gateshead ,Tyne And Wear
Summary
I am a hardworking and friendly individual, dedicated to supporting all customers with their needs and wishes. This makes me always strive to be an approachable and clear communicator, whereby individuals feel that they can ask for my help. This has been developed through my hobbies and previous job experience. I have learned to understand the needs of others and am used to a fast paced and busy environment where tasks need to be completed quickly and to a high standard.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching assistant
Razzamataz Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
2024.09 - Current
- Followed clear direction by other teachers in order to meet their lesson objectives.
- Supported children with different needs and abilities, improving their confidence and skill.
- Collaborated with staff to create a welcoming and friendly classroom environment.
- Came up with my own warm ups and games to help develop the skill of the Children.
- Made sure that all children were included and enjoyed their class.
- Easily adapted every week to the different tasks that I was asked to do.
- Led an activity for 60 Children.
Waitress assistant
The Ship Inn
Alnwick, Northumberland
2024.07 - Current
- Worked in the kitchen, washing up and taking food in and out.
- Worked proactively as part of a team.
- Strengthened my ability to speak to a variety of different people.
- Communicated effectively with both customers and kitchen staff if there was ever an issue with food.
- Maintained the cleanliness and hygiene of tables ensuring that customers were comfortable.
- Remained friendly and approachable for all customers.
Education
A-Levels - History, Religious Studies and Health and Social Care.
Cardinal Hume Catholic School
Gateshead 09/2024 -
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Music, Performing Arts, History, Religious education, Spanish
Cardinal Hume Catholic School
Gateshead 09/2022 - 07/2024
Skills
- A good listener and an empathetic person
- Am able to deal with a busy environment with many tasks to do
- Can adapt to different tasks
- I work productively and as part of the team
- I am patient when talking to customers
- I have strong attention to detail
- I am friendly and approachable
Affiliations
- Musical theatre and Drama
- Fashion research and progression.
- Travelling and exploring new places and environments.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching assistant
Razzamataz Newcastle
2024.09 - Current
Waitress assistant
The Ship Inn
2024.07 - Current
A-Levels - History, Religious Studies and Health and Social Care.
Cardinal Hume Catholic School
09/2024 -
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Music, Performing Arts, History, Religious education, Spanish
Cardinal Hume Catholic School
09/2022 - 07/2024