Overview
Work history
Education
Volunteer Roles
Affiliations
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Jenna Wardle

Truro, UK

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Honorary Research Assistant

University of Birmingham

Institute for Mental Health – Co-STARS Project | Oct 2024 – Jan 2025

  • Contributed to the Co-STARS research project, which aims to reduce mental health disparities by improving access to culturally sensitive care (www.co-stars.co.uk)
  • Developed cultural competency training materials for mental health practitioners
  • Supported study delivery, participant engagement, and data collection


Applied Memory Lab | Oct 2022 – Jun 2023

  • Assisted a PhD researcher in designing and running studies on memory and cognition

Front of house assistant

WTW Cinemas
Truro, Cornwall
07.2023 - 07.2025
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff for timely delivery of meals.
  • Executed daily set-up procedures for opening or closing shifts smoothly.
  • Fostered a hospitable atmosphere, promoting positive dining experience.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Year Abroad

University of Birmingham
Birmingham
09.2021 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Biology (A*), Psychology (A*), Dance (A*)

Truro College
Truro
09.2018 - 08.2020

Volunteer Roles

Children’s Project Volunteer
STAR (Student Action for Refugees) | Nov 2024 – Jan 2025

  • Supported weekly activity sessions for children from refugee backgrounds
  • Helped create a safe, enjoyable environment through games, arts, and conversation
  • Developed empathy, cross-cultural communication, and child engagement skills

Early Years Dance Assistant
KR Dance Ltd | Sep 2016 – Jul 2021

  • Volunteered weekly to assist in early years dance classes at a local studio
  • Gained experience working with young children across different age groups
  • Built confidence, patience, and behaviour management in a structured, supportive setting

Affiliations

  • Dance & Drama: A long-standing passion for performance — from early dance training to leading roles in school productions — has shaped my strong work ethic, time management, and confidence. Years of balancing rehearsals, competitions, and academics helped me develop self-discipline, goal setting, and public speaking skills, all of which support my ability to communicate effectively and perform under pressure.

Timeline

Front of house assistant

WTW Cinemas
07.2023 - 07.2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Year Abroad

University of Birmingham
09.2021 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Biology (A*), Psychology (A*), Dance (A*)

Truro College
09.2018 - 08.2020

Honorary Research Assistant

University of Birmingham
Jenna Wardle