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Helen Neill

Helen Neill

Chorley,Lancashire

Summary

Compassionate Education Welfare Officer, working collaboratively with schools and families to improve attendance and achievement within High School education. Identifying and implementing proven strategies to aid continued progress against government guidelines for enhanced student learning experiences and consistent school development. Dedicated Education Welfare Officer with extensive experience improving attendance within high school settings. Carefully assessing and evaluating current processes to offer strategic improvements for reduced absences and enhanced student outcomes.

Hardworking Education Welfare Officer, with extensive expertise supporting young people and families through improved attendance and attainment. Using outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities to effectively transform educational experiences and aid establishment progress towards consistent absence reduction. Compassionate Attendance Officer experienced developing bespoke support plans for vulnerable individuals. Quickly builds rapport with service users to optimise assessments, interventions and programme outcomes.

I have almost completed my full-time study at UCLAN, Preston, I am in the process of completing my master’s in psychology. I have completed all my assessments and in the process of completing my dissertation.

I have recently been employed as a Casual Admin Assistant with Endeavour Learning Trust and I worked for 8 weeks as an Attendance Officer at one of the High Schools within the trust. In this role I was responsible for ensuring the attendance registers were completed daily and to follow up any pupils who had not attended school, this included text, email, and telephone calls in the morning. I also completed home visits with the pastoral mentor for that pupil and we discussed a phase return to school and support which the school could offer when the pupil was in school. I also held meetings with parents whose child had low attendance which included support which we could offer as a school. All meetings and home visits were recorded on CPOMS and any relevant information which I was advised about a pupil. I am familiar with SIMS and CPOMS.

I worked at Wellfield Academy during the exam periods and when staff are required to cover lessons. Within the Exam Invigilator role, I am responsible for ensuring the correct paperwork is completed to the standard required for the examination body JCQ. This allows the exam officer to submit the correct paperwork which is required for each exam which takes place. Communication skills and building a relationship up with the students are needed within this role, alongside recording, and reporting accurate information. I have recently completed my Safeguarding training and JCQ Exam Invigilator training which was provided by the Academy which was essential for my role.

I have recently completed training for teacher cover which I have been offered a role within the Academy, this also included two observations of lessons, this allowed me to see how the staff conduct the lessons while following the procedures which are set of for the staff to follow.

I have completed different forms of admin within my previous roles. While at Chorley Council as a Customer Advisor and Neighbourhood Officer I completed both computer admin - information given from the public but also legal paperwork for jobs which I attended. These documents had to be accurate and include all relevant information as this could be used in court if any of the cases which I dealt with were forwarded to the court to be dealt with. Recording accurate information was essential in this role along with good communication skills with the residents of the borough and being able to work alongside outside agencies including the police when required. As a customer advisor one of my roles was taking payments for council tax, overpayments for both council tax and housing benefits and for environmental services which occurred a charge.

I also set up payment plans for those who were struggling to make their payments. All this was documented on the customer’s account.

Whilst Deputy Manager at a previous employer, I completed legal documents required for both Ofsted and for the nursery setting. I was also responsible for completing the invoices for the parents of the children within our care. I had to keep records of payments that had been received and to chase up any outstanding payments. Within the role of a Nursery Practitioner, I was responsible for completing 'Learning Journeys' for my key children, this included completing observations on a weekly basis, weekly planning for my key children and for other children within the room I was based in, and this had to be linked and worked alongside the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

When completing the planning the other members of staff and myself would come together and discuss activities and the weekly planning areas using the EYFS which we would be covering. Communication skills were vital with this and building good relationships with the parents/carers of the children at the beginning and the end of the day, I also advised the parents that they were able to discuss any concerns that they had with me at any time.

During my previous studies at Blackburn University when completing my BA Teaching and Learning Support and FDA Teaching and Learning Support, I completed three years placement within a local primary school. Within this role I worked with children within the class who showed challenging behaviour, they were in a group which I worked with daily, this included providing support when completing the work which had been set for them and allowing them a break from the classroom in which I took them outside for a break from their schoolwork. I built up a good relationship with all the children within the school. The time I spent in the school during my placement helped me develop my knowledge and understanding of the roles and responsibilities within a classroom and a school. I have witnessed the contributions staff members make to deliver the required functions and are committed to developing and delivering the best possible service to pupils, parents, and fellow members of staff.

I am a very welcoming person and I have good communication skill and I am very profession within my roles. Due to my previous roles have dealt with very challenging situations dealing with members of the public both face to face and over the phone and within the school settings. I always remain calm and dealt with the situations in a calming manner and achieved the results that was required.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work history

Attendance Officer

Endeavour Learning trust
Burscough, Lancashire
05.2023 - 07.2023

I was responsible for ensuring the attendance registers were completed daily and to follow up any pupils who had not attended school, this included text, email, and telephone calls in the morning.

I also completed home visits with the pastoral mentor for that pupil and we discussed a phase return to school and support which the school could offer when the pupil was in school.

I held meetings with parents whose child had low attendance which included support which we could offer as a school.

All meetings and home visits were recorded on CPOMS and any relevant information which I was advised about a pupil.

I am familiar with SIMS and CPOMS.

Casual Administrator Assistant

Endeavour Lerning Trust
Leyland, Lancashire
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Executed on-time, under-budget projects by solving complex issues for senior leadership.
  • Encouraged customer feedback to deliver information to management for process improvements.
  • Strengthened traceability and developed organisation systems for records, reports and agendas.
  • I was responsible for ensuring the attendance registers were completed daily and to follow up any pupils who had not attended school, this included text, email, and telephone calls in the morning.
  • Completed home visits with the pastoral mentor for that pupil and we discussed a phase return to school and support which the school could offer when the pupil was in school. H
  • Held meetings with parents whose child had low attendance which included support which we could offer as a school.
  • All meetings and home visits were recorded on CPOMS and any relevant information which I was advised about a pupil. I am familiar with SIMS and CPOMS.

Casual Exam Invigilator and Cover Staff

Wellfield Academy
Leyland, Lancashire
05.2022 - 05.2023

Ensure that the pupils follow the rules set by JCQ the joint council for qualifications.

Ensure that the correct exam papers have been distributed for the students by setting the room out accordingly.

Follow the procedures to ensure that the lessons runs accordingly and the students complete the work which has been set for them.

Full Time Nursery Practitioner

Oakmount Day Nursery
Preston, Lancashire
10.2017 - 09.2018
  • Handled nappy changes and baby feeding while keeping detailed log sheets.
  • Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.
  • Created stimulating learning environments to motivate educational engagement and development.
  • Boosted literacy and numeracy attainment using innovative games and exercises.

Part Time Deputy Manager

Teddy Towers Nursery
Chorley, Lancashire
05.2016 - 10.2017
  • Managed and monitored multidisciplinary teams, providing coaching to consistently exceed KPI targets.
  • Recruited and trained driven, dedicated team members, reducing staff turnover.
  • Created weekly performance reports, analysing and interpreting data to improve day-to-day business operations.
  • Tracked expenses and responsibly managing budgets.
  • Ensure each of my key children’s development files were up to and accurate and ensure the safeguarding and well being of all staff and children were being followed.
  • Ensure all legal paperwork was completed correctly and report any safeguarding issues to the relevant outside agencies.

Full Time Bank Staff Nursery Practitioner

Little Acorns Nursery
Chorley, Lancashire
11.2015 - 05.2016
  • Delivered rich learning opportunities for children with diverse abilities.
  • Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.
  • Boosted literacy and numeracy attainment using innovative games and exercises.
  • Created stimulating learning environments to motivate educational engagement and development.
  • Encouraged physical fitness and wellbeing through outdoor activities.
  • Applied paediatric first aid and managed incidents with calm and composure.
  • Maintained clean, safe play environments, disinfecting toys and surfaces regularly.
  • Designed educational activities for young children in line with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
  • Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
  • Handled nappy changes and baby feeding while keeping detailed log sheets.
  • Raised safeguarding concerns with senior staff to maintain positive child security and wellbeing.
  • Kept accurate learning journey records, sharing updates with parents and carers for cohesive childcare.
  • Prepared functional facilities and learning resources in collaboration with room leader.
  • Supervised and supported children during meal times with strict attention to detail to mitigate risks.
  • Submitted written reports to parents detailing progress and development of children.
  • Oversaw key group of children and kept detailed progress observations.
  • Managed misbehaviour using proven strategies and methodologies.
  • Planned creative activities to motivate and inspire children.
  • Updated online learning journals with excellent systems knowledge.
  • Promoted emotional and social development of children, encouraging learning through play and sensory activities.

Customer Advisor

Hydes Toys and Gifts
Chorley, Lancashire
10.2014 - 10.2015
  • Managed high-volume customer enquiries across various channels, delivering helpful, timely and professional service.
  • Correctly identified client needs, providing tailored, personalised guidance to ensure outstanding customer experiences.
  • Performed cashier duties, including balancing and end-of-day banking.
  • Processed sales and orders accurately and efficiently, exceeding performance and productivity targets.
  • Provided outstanding customer service to high volumes of clients, consistently achieving first-rate satisfaction scores.
  • Maintained up-to-date product and service knowledge by attending regular training opportunities.
  • Tracked orders and diplomatically handled complaints to resolve issues.
  • Recorded and processed customer data accurately.
  • Identified and effectively resolved customer issues, consistently meeting call time targets.
  • Thoroughly monitored compliance with customer service standards to maintain stellar industry reputation.
  • Handled requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support, continually achieving positive customer feedback.

Out of School Practitioner

Buckshaw Village Nursery
Chorley, Lancashire
05.2012 - 10.2012

Ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing for the children are met during after school activities which the team and myself arranged.

Customer Advisor and Neighbourhood Officer

Chorley Council
Chorley, Lancashire
12.2006 - 05.2012
  • Managed high-volume customer enquiries across various channels, delivering helpful, timely and professional service.
  • Correctly identified client needs, providing tailored, personalised guidance to ensure outstanding customer experiences.
  • Tracked orders and diplomatically handled complaints to resolve issues.
  • Maintained up-to-date product and service knowledge by attending regular training opportunities.
  • Identified and effectively resolved customer issues, consistently meeting call time targets.
  • Provided outstanding customer service to high volumes of clients, consistently achieving first-rate satisfaction scores.
  • Handled requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support, continually achieving positive customer feedback.
  • Adhered strictly to policies and procedures for continued company compliance.
  • Offered prompt solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Managed high-volume customer queries simultaneously through effective multitasking.
  • Transferred customer calls to respective department or personnel to address specific issues.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss new developments.
  • Established positive relationships with clients by going extra mile to build rapport.
  • I completed both computer admin - information given from the public but also legal paperwork for jobs which I attended. These documents had to be accurate and include all relevant information as this could be used in court if any of the cases which I dealt with were forwarded to the court to be dealt with.
  • Recording accurate information was essential in this role along with good communication skills with the residents of the borough and being able to work alongside outside agencies including the police when required.

Customer Advisor and chesckout Supervisor

Asda
Chorley, Lancashire
11.2004 - 12.2006
  • Correctly identified client needs, providing tailored, personalised guidance to ensure outstanding customer experiences.
  • Maintained up-to-date product and service knowledge by attending regular training opportunities.
  • Performed cashier duties, including balancing and end-of-day banking.
  • Provided outstanding customer service to high volumes of clients, consistently achieving first-rate satisfaction scores.
  • Processed sales and orders accurately and efficiently, exceeding performance and productivity targets.
  • Offered prompt solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Handled requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support, continually achieving positive customer feedback.
  • Adhered strictly to policies and procedures for continued company compliance.
  • Coached and trained team members to increase productivity and growth.
  • Provided information regarding warranties, promos and loyalty programs to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Kept abreast with latest product developments to inform customers.
  • Established positive relationships with clients by going extra mile to build rapport.
  • Offered detailed advice on product and service benefits.
  • Recorded and processed customer data accurately.

Education

Masters - Psychology

UCLAN
Preston, Lancashire
09/2022 -

BA Teaching and Learning Support - Education

Blackburn College ...
Blackburn
09/2020 - 05/2021

FDA Teaching and Learning Support - Education

Blackburn College ...
Blackburn
09/2019 - 05/2021

Higher National Diploma - Early Years

Wakefield College
Wakefield
09/2001 - 05/2002

GNVQ - Level 2 - Health and Social Care

Wakefield College
Wakefield
09/2000 - 05/2001

GCSEs - English

St Michaels High School
Chorley
06/1998 - 06/1998

Skills

13082007 - ECDL- European Computer Driving Licence – Level 1&2

26042022 - Prevent Online Training Course

26042022 - Cyber Security Training for School Staff

June 2022 - Safeguarding Training at Wellfield Academy

February 2023 - Safeguarding Children Level 1&2

February 2023 - Prevent AwarECDL- European Computer Driving Licence – Level 1&2eness Course

March 2023 - UK Data Protective: Education




Languages

English
Advanced

Timeline

Attendance Officer

Endeavour Learning trust
05.2023 - 07.2023

Casual Administrator Assistant

Endeavour Lerning Trust
02.2023 - 05.2023

Casual Exam Invigilator and Cover Staff

Wellfield Academy
05.2022 - 05.2023

Full Time Nursery Practitioner

Oakmount Day Nursery
10.2017 - 09.2018

Part Time Deputy Manager

Teddy Towers Nursery
05.2016 - 10.2017

Full Time Bank Staff Nursery Practitioner

Little Acorns Nursery
11.2015 - 05.2016

Customer Advisor

Hydes Toys and Gifts
10.2014 - 10.2015

Out of School Practitioner

Buckshaw Village Nursery
05.2012 - 10.2012

Customer Advisor and Neighbourhood Officer

Chorley Council
12.2006 - 05.2012

Customer Advisor and chesckout Supervisor

Asda
11.2004 - 12.2006

Masters - Psychology

UCLAN
09/2022 -

BA Teaching and Learning Support - Education

Blackburn College ...
09/2020 - 05/2021

FDA Teaching and Learning Support - Education

Blackburn College ...
09/2019 - 05/2021

Higher National Diploma - Early Years

Wakefield College
09/2001 - 05/2002

GNVQ - Level 2 - Health and Social Care

Wakefield College
09/2000 - 05/2001

GCSEs - English

St Michaels High School
06/1998 - 06/1998
Helen Neill