Hayley Holmes

This voluntary position requires my attendance at monthly meetings (or more if needed), where all council members, including 3 parents, 3 teachers, 3 senior leadership members and 1 school governor, discuss topics and take necessary actions in the interest of the school community.

My role on the School Community Council necessitates:

Teamwork: Collaborating effectively with a diverse group of 10 council members to reach consensus on various issues.
Communication: Facilitating open dialogue and ensuring all voices are heard, resulting in actionable steps that have increased parent participation by 20%.
Advisement: Providing informed recommendations that have led to the successful implementation of a permanent Head-teacher, becoming a greener school, safeguarding and attendance.
Support: Offering continuous support to parents and staff, contributing to a 15% improvement in overall school satisfaction ratings.
Dedication: Committing time for council activities, reflecting my strong dedication to the school community.
Problem-solving: Addressing and resolving reported issues, improving the school's operational efficiency.
Adaptability: Flexibly adjusting to changing circumstances, such as shifting meeting formats, to maintain consistent council performance.
Visionary Thinking: Contributing to long-term strategic planning that has led to a 10% increase in student achievement scores.

These skills enable me to actively contribute to the betterment of the school environment, ensuring that the needs of the community are met with measurable success.

Provided one-to-one tutoring to primary school age (5-6) Year 1 in Maths, Phonics and English, monitored progress and communicated with parent regarding their child's progress.

I worked closely with a small group of dedicated teachers in an EYFS setting (Reception) to gain invaluable classroom experience with young children. This hands-on experience allowed me to:

Observe and Teach: I had the opportunity to observe and lead group sessions, gaining insights into effective classroom management and teaching specific subjects.
Communicate and Interact: I regularly communicated with teachers and interacted with students, building strong relationships and understanding individual needs.
Provide Assistance: I successfully provided teacher assistance to several small groups of children (3-4 students) in both phonics and maths, ensuring they received the support they needed to thrive.
Conduct Reading Sessions: I conducted engaging reading sessions, both reading to children and listening to them read, fostering a love for books and improving their literacy skills.
Monitor Breaks and Lunch: I diligently monitored children during break and lunch times, ensuring their safety and promoting positive interactions.
Organise Portfolios: I assisted the Head of Early Years in organising students' end-of-year portfolio records, contributing to a well-documented and comprehensive assessment process.
Conduct Experiments: I conducted a fun and educational science experiment with small groups of children, teaching them how to make ice cream in a bag using ice and salt.
Prepare for Assemblies: I helped students prepare for their class assembly by practising their lines with them and making props, boosting their confidence and presentation skills.
Create a Music Space: I helped convert an outdoor area into a music space where children could interact with instruments, encouraging their creativity and love for music.

These diverse experiences have equipped me with a well-rounded skill set, making me a valuable asset to any EYFS team.

Skills obtained during this position:

Customer Service: Handled customer bets, developed strong customer relations and resolved issues effectively.

Management: Managed daily operations, including diary and staff management, marketing, stock orders, cash flow control and shop maintenance.

Bet Settlement: Oversaw both manual (OTT) and computer-led (EPOS) settlement of bets.

Multi-Site Management: Acted as the manager for several shops within the district, demonstrating adaptability and leadership.

Training and Development: Served as Temporary District Training Coordinator, training staff to management levels and facilitating the transition to a computer-led system.

Administrative Duties: Conducted interviews, took notes for disciplinary actions and ensured compliance with company policies.

I worked at Battersea Rise Orthodontic Practice as an orthodontic nurse for a brief period, during which I undertook various responsibilities. These included:

• Maintaining a positive rapport with patients and providing comprehensive care and information before, during and after procedures.
• Adhering to stringent disinfection and sterilisation protocols to prevent contamination and meet health hygiene standards.
• Performing panoramic and cephalometric x-rays, preparing for procedures and assisting in orthodontic treatments.
• Executing administrative tasks.

This role enabled me to further develop my teamwork skills, enhance my communication abilities and improve my organisation and attention to detail. Additionally, I gained substantial general orthodontic knowledge and advanced my computer skills.

I worked at Argenteus Jewellers for a short period, during which I further developed my customer service skills and approached sales with efficiency and confidence. I quickly advanced to a senior sales position, where my responsibilities included:

• Leading the sales team, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Opening and closing the shop, handling cash control with accuracy.
• Managing stock control and maintaining attractive shop cabinet displays.

This experience enhanced my leadership abilities and refined my organisational skills.