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Joshua Richards

Bournemouth,Dorset

Summary

I am a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for customer service and retail. Through various personal and academic projects, I have developed a strong understanding of providing excellent customer experiences and maintaining high operational standards. Drawn to organizations that prioritize community engagement and sustainability, I believe my proactive attitude, strong work ethic, and attention to detail make me a suitable candidate to contribute meaningfully to your team. I am currently studying Psychology and Counselling at Bournemouth University, where I aim to work diligently in a university and work environment.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Retail assistant

Essar
Shifnal, Shropshire
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • Collaborated with store manager to identify fast-selling products and restock accordingly.
  • Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
  • Maintained clean shop floor, promoting a welcoming environment.
  • Handled cash register operations efficiently, minimising queue lengths at checkouts.
  • Assisted in stock replenishment to maintain store appearance.
  • Handled transactions, maintaining accurate till records.

Teaching Assistant in Secondary Schools (work exp)

Coppice Performing Arts School
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
03.2023 - 03.2023
  • Supervised and supported SEN pupils to complete in-class activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students, leading by example and responding appropriately to classroom needs.
  • Supplied teachers with detailed and regular feedback on pupils' achievement, progress and problems.

Education

A-Levels -

St Thomas More Catholic School Willenhall
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
08.2024 - 08.2024

GCSEs -

St Thomas More Catholic School Willenhall
Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Skills

  • SEN Support
  • Health and safety awareness
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Money management
  • Customer management
  • Customer interaction
  • Punctuality
  • Team working
  • Clear speaker

Affiliations

  • Worked for various people in carboot sales where I would sell a wide range of items, from freshly-made donuts to Jo-Jo bows.

Certification

  • Mental health ambassador at St Thomas More Catholic School Willenhall, where I would take part in assemblies and address mental health issues, along with this I would be open to talking to students about issues they may be having.

Timeline

Retail assistant

Essar
07.2025 - 08.2025

A-Levels -

St Thomas More Catholic School Willenhall
08.2024 - 08.2024

Teaching Assistant in Secondary Schools (work exp)

Coppice Performing Arts School
03.2023 - 03.2023

GCSEs -

St Thomas More Catholic School Willenhall
Joshua Richards