Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
References
APTITUDES
Affiliations
Timeline
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JACKIE DODSLEY

Cottesmore,Rutland

Summary

An experienced, friendly professional with expertise in customer service excellence and organisational skills, providing exceptional administrative management support across multiple sites. A very confident communicator possessing valuable people skills.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work history

Admissions Assistant

Oakham School
Oakham, Rutland
04.2009 - 08.2025

Supported Director of Admissions and Marketing with essential administrative tasks. Managed daily interactions with current and prospective parents through various communication channels. Operated efficiently within a diverse and evolving environment to assist admissions team.

Administrator to VP/MD & Executive Team

Genie Europe
Grantham, Lincolnshire
01.2004 - 11.2008

Delivered comprehensive administrative support to MD and executive team. Organised meetings and conferences to facilitate effective communication. Maintained daily contact with senior management across USA and Europe.

Rutland County Council/NFU/Atkins

Temporary Administration Assignments
Oakham, Rutland
07.2003 - 12.2003

Secured permanent position at Genie, Grantham

Training and Events Coordinator/Team Leader/Sales Coordinator

Whitwell Learning Ltd
Whitwell, Rutland
01.1999 - 07.2003

Oversaw daily administration of all customer conference requirements and accommodations while ensuring effective communication across departments.

Secretary/P. A

Clegg Kennedy Drew (Land Agents)
Stamford, Lincolnshire
01.1998 - 12.1998

Delivered comprehensive secretarial and personal assistant support to Chairman, Director, and Land Agent. Facilitated efficient communication among executives, ensuring seamless operations. Managed schedules and organised meetings to optimise time management.

Regional Secretary/P. A/Personnel Administrator for the Eastern/Southern Regional Offices

Granada Plc
07.1990 - 12.1997

Provided comprehensive secretarial and administrative support reporting to Regional Director.
Ensured efficient internal relations with 150 restaurants, enhancing communication.
Delivered administrative assistance to eight line managers, tackling customer complaints daily.

Administration Manager

Stoke Rochford Hall
Grantham, Lincolnshire
02.1984 - 06.1990

Managed efficient day-to-day operations of a busy reception and administration environment.

Oversaw a team of 12 full-time and part-time staff to ensure optimal performance.

Controlled secretarial services for Teacher Training, Conference, and Leisure Centre activities.

Education

CSE Qualifications - Typing, Speedwriting, English Literature, English Language, Maths, Office Practice

Vale of Catmose College
Oakham, Rutland

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Organisational skills
  • Administrative management support
  • Work prioritisation
  • Multi-site support
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • IT proficiency

References

On request

APTITUDES

  • Team Player
  • 'Can do' attitude
  • Willingness to learn

Affiliations

Chair of a very active local walking group, leading walks regularly and organising social gatherings. Enjoy regular cycling trips and an excellent baker!

Timeline

Admissions Assistant

Oakham School
04.2009 - 08.2025

Administrator to VP/MD & Executive Team

Genie Europe
01.2004 - 11.2008

Rutland County Council/NFU/Atkins

Temporary Administration Assignments
07.2003 - 12.2003

Training and Events Coordinator/Team Leader/Sales Coordinator

Whitwell Learning Ltd
01.1999 - 07.2003

Secretary/P. A

Clegg Kennedy Drew (Land Agents)
01.1998 - 12.1998

Regional Secretary/P. A/Personnel Administrator for the Eastern/Southern Regional Offices

Granada Plc
07.1990 - 12.1997

Administration Manager

Stoke Rochford Hall
02.1984 - 06.1990

CSE Qualifications - Typing, Speedwriting, English Literature, English Language, Maths, Office Practice

Vale of Catmose College
JACKIE DODSLEY