Jennie Calders
Bolover,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Dedicated teaching assistant with 16 years of experience in primary education. Proven ability to establish strong rapport with students, parents, and colleagues through excellent communication skills. Effective team player and active listener, providing support to both children and adults throughout my career. Excellent interpersonal skills along with a positive attitude have enabled me to successfully engage with people at all levels leading to positive outcomes in both education and sales roles.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Telesales agent
Eco Power Wood Fuels
Homebased, Nottinghamshire
2024.11 - Current
- Proactively learned about new products to provide up-to-date information to customers.
- Utilised product knowledge to boost sales figures.
- Built strong customer relationships with exceptional communication skills.
- Conducted follow-up calls to assure client satisfaction, driving loyalty and repeat business.
Teaching assistant in primary school
Forest Town Primary School
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
2013.09 - Current
- Prepare daily lesson plans to support clear, well-organised classroom teaching.
- Keep classroom space clean and safe by completing daily organising tasks.
- Focus attention during class activities to support students with learning difficulties.
Field sales representative
Coca Cola Enterprises
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
2000.04 - 2006.04
- Delivered targeted product demonstrations to boost sales with prospective clients.
- Applied strategic sales tactics and negotiation skills to grow market share.
- Implemented sales strategies that strengthened brand awareness across the market.
- Completed regular follow-ups with existing clients to maintain satisfaction and repeat sales.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Education
CACHE Supporting Teaching and Learning
West Notts College Manfield 2007.09 - 2010.06
A-Levels - English, French German
Sherwood Hall Upper School
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire 1990.09 - 1992.06
GCSEs - Maths, English, French, German, Biology, Geography, History
Sherwood Hall Upper School
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire 1987.07 - 1990.06
Skills
SEN knowledge
Reinforcement technique
Child safeguarding
Behaviour management
Feedback delivery
Proactive communication
Strong empathy
Visual creativity
Brand understanding
Retail experience
Business-To-Business sales
Positivity and enthusiasm
Effective follow-up
Affiliations
- Going to the gym, dog walking and travel
Timeline
Telesales agent
Eco Power Wood Fuels
2024.11 - Current
Teaching assistant in primary school
Forest Town Primary School
2013.09 - Current
NVQ Level 3 - Education
CACHE Supporting Teaching and Learning
2007.09 - 2010.06
Field sales representative
Coca Cola Enterprises
2000.04 - 2006.04
A-Levels - English, French German
Sherwood Hall Upper School
1990.09 - 1992.06
GCSEs - Maths, English, French, German, Biology, Geography, History
Sherwood Hall Upper School
1987.07 - 1990.06