Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Henry Ashton

Henry Ashton

Cambridge,Cambridge

Summary

Highly organised and detail-oriented professional with strong communication, problem-solving, and time management skills. Proficient in data management, research, and office coordination, with expertise in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, R, and SPSS. Adaptable and efficient, committed to delivering excellence across various roles and industries.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Customer Assistant

John Lewis
Cambridge
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Specialises in high-value sales of mattresses and upholstery, providing expert product knowledge
  • Ensures customer satisfaction by guiding them through purchasing decisions
  • Trained to work across different departments, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork

Barista & Team Member

Stapleford Granary Café
Cambridge
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Provided excellent customer service by preparing drinks and maintaining a clean workspace
  • Developed time management skills in a fast-paced environment

Volunteer

Cambridge Re-Use
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Assisted in outreach efforts to promote affordable furniture solutions for low-income individuals
  • Conducted independent research to expand community awareness

Education

MSc - Social Science Research (Social Policy)

Loughborough University
09.2023 - 09.2024

BSc (Hons) - Sociology

Loughborough University
09.2020 - 07.2023

A-Levels - Sociology (A), Music (A), English Language (B)

Saffron Walden County High School

GCSEs - 10 GCSEs (Grades 9-5)

Sawston Village College

Skills

  • Customer Service & Sales
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Organisational & Time Management
  • Research & Analytical Thinking
  • Teamwork & Leadership
  • Proficient in Word, Powerpoint and Excel
  • Trained in R and SPSS software

References

References available upon request.

Hobbies and interests

  • Loughborough University Orchestra: Social Secretary (2023-2024) - Organised events for a 60-member society, including concert trips and collaborations.
  • Loughborough University Orchestra: Music Coordinator (2021-2022) Managed music selections and rehearsal planning.
  • Academic Peer Mentor (2021-2022): Supported and guided 24 first-year university students.
  • Cambridge County Youth and Wind Orchestra, Performed across the UK and Europe.
  • Gymnastics & Trampolining, Former competitive athlete, now training non-competitively.
  • Duke of Edinburgh Award, Completed Bronze and Silver levels.

Timeline

Customer Assistant

John Lewis
10.2024 - 03.2025

MSc - Social Science Research (Social Policy)

Loughborough University
09.2023 - 09.2024

Barista & Team Member

Stapleford Granary Café
07.2022 - 09.2023

BSc (Hons) - Sociology

Loughborough University
09.2020 - 07.2023

Volunteer

Cambridge Re-Use
06.2019 - 07.2019

A-Levels - Sociology (A), Music (A), English Language (B)

Saffron Walden County High School

GCSEs - 10 GCSEs (Grades 9-5)

Sawston Village College
Henry Ashton