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Jessica Tarrant

Southampton,Hampshire

Summary

Dynamic Community Development Officer with expertise in executing community investment strategies and championing health initiatives. Cultivates collaborative environments through effective relationship building and team engagement. Delivers measurable outcomes by leading award-winning initiatives such as the Good Grub Club.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Development Officer

Abri Group
Southampton, Hampshire
09.2013 - Current

Executed community investment strategy for abri through effective organisation of initiatives.

  • Championed health and wellbeing initiatives to foster a supportive workplace environment.
  • Empowered communities through strategic project implementation and collaboration.
  • Cultivate inclusive environments that foster collaboration and innovation.
  • Collaborated with residents, partners, and internal teams to enhance community engagement.
  • Cultivate and deliver programmes that enhance resilience and foster a sense of belonging.
  • Collaborated with team members to drive target results effectively.

Established and led the Good Grub Club, an award-winning initiative aimed at alleviating financial pressure on families during school breaks while promoting cost-effective, healthy recipes.

Customer Service Advisor

Impact
Southampton, Hampshire
04.2011 - 09.2013
  • Delivered excellent customer service at all times by proactively going the extra mile to solve and answer customer queries.
  • Addressed customer service enquires quickly and accurately.
  • Handled complaints calmly and professionally, providing appropriate solutions to promote continued customer satisfaction.
  • Maximised customer satisfaction by resolving service issues promptly.
  • Resolved customer queries over phone and by email.
  • Dealt with inbound and outbound calls, managing matters including complaints, queries and orders.

GCSE Dance Teacher

Bitterne Park School
Southampton, Hampshire
09.2005 - 09.2011
  • Executed warm-up exercises and stretches to enhance flexibility and strength for students preparing for dancing.
  • Facilitated personalised teaching strategies to empower students in reaching individual learning goals.
  • Utilised diverse dance methods and styles to instruct students, fostering skill development and artistic expression.
  • Facilitated engaging and inspiring classes in performing arts to foster creativity and self-expression among students.
  • Facilitated classroom management procedures to promote appropriate behaviour in learning environments.
  • Cultivated a safe learning environment for all students through proactive engagement and support.
  • Planned choreography for group performances and family recitals.
  • Cultivated tailored teaching methods and materials to foster an inclusive atmosphere for diverse student needs and interests.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Dance & Psychology

University of Winchester
Winchester
01-2002

A-Levels - Psychology/Communication Studies/Dance/Sociology

Richard Tauntons College
Southampton, STH
01-2000

GCSEs - Mathematics/English/Science/Business Studies/IT/Drama/Dance

Millbrook Community School
Southampton
01-1997

Skills

  • Project implementation
  • Community engagement
  • Relationship building
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Communication skills
  • Strategic planning

Timeline

Community Development Officer

Abri Group
09.2013 - Current

Customer Service Advisor

Impact
04.2011 - 09.2013

GCSE Dance Teacher

Bitterne Park School
09.2005 - 09.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Dance & Psychology

University of Winchester

A-Levels - Psychology/Communication Studies/Dance/Sociology

Richard Tauntons College

GCSEs - Mathematics/English/Science/Business Studies/IT/Drama/Dance

Millbrook Community School
Jessica Tarrant