Julia Thorpe
Waltham Abbey,Essex
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in time efficiency, attendance management, and incident reporting. Demonstrates exceptional skills in fire alarm and emergency management, maintaining calm under pressure, and upholding ethical conduct. Known for accurate time tracking, confidentiality maintenance, and punctuality. Proficient in health and safety regulations, emergency procedures knowledge, and flexibility in schedule. Committed to accuracy in record-keeping and adaptable to changing situations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Exam invigilator
King Harold Academy
Waltham Abbey, Essex
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitated clear communication with students, leading to fewer disruptions during exams.
- Maintained records of attendance, enabling efficient tracking of absentees during examinations.
- Liaised closely with exam coordinators for seamless conduct of examinations across multiple venues.
- Cooperated with other invigilators as part of a team to maintain vigilance throughout the entire exam room,.
- Served as the initial point of contact for guests; providing warm greetings and helpful assistance upon arrival.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing all front desk enquiries.
Housekeeper
Mrs Leesa Whalley
Epping, Essex
04.2019 - Current
- Ensured spotless and tidy environment by performing comprehensive house cleaning tasks.
- Managed laundry process, washing, drying, folding clothes; keeping wardrobe tidy.
- Made beds daily to ensure a neat bedroom area.
- Organised cupboards and wardrobes to enhance orderliness in the house.
- Completed deep cleaning tasks resulting in a germ-free environment.
- Laundered and ironed clothes, promoting appearance of cleanliness.
- Maintained high hygiene standards for improved living conditions.
- Vacuumed, mopped and polished floors to achieve high-quality finishes.
Foster carer
Hackney Social Services
Hackney, City of London
11.2008 - 06.2013
- Encouraged positive behaviours through structured routine and clear boundaries, fostering personal growth.
- Managed medical appointments and health needs of children, ensuring proper physical health.
- Organised weekly educational activities for enhanced learning and development.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing living environment, promoting a sense of security.
- Provided emotional support to children in foster care, resulting in improved mental well-being.
- Worked closely with other professionals involved in child's welfare; improving collaborative efforts towards child's wellbeing.
- Developed tailored action plans whilst prioritising pressing concerns.
Logistics coordinator
Inspired Entertainments
St Albans, Hertfordshire
11.1998 - 09.2012
- Prioritised tasks effectively under high-pressure situations.
- Liaised between departments, resulting in improved communication flow.
- Developed contingency plans for unexpected disruptions in supply chain.
- Streamlined processes for better inventory management.
- Stayed updated on regulations related to import and export activities, ensuring compliance at all times.
- Ensured timely delivery by coordinating with transportation and warehouse teams.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Personnel Trainer
Kings College London
London 09.1989 - 07.1990
A-Levels - Art
William Morris 6th Form College
Walthamstow, Waltham Forest 09.1984 - 07.1985
CSE - Art
William Morris Secondary School
Walthamstow, Waltham Forest 09.1979 - 07.1984
Skills
- Time efficiency
- Attendance management
- Incident reporting
- Fire alarm and emergency management
- Adaptable to changing situations
- Ethical conduct upholding
- Accurate time tracking
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Punctuality
- Health and Safety regulations
- Calm under pressure
- Accuracy in record-keeping
- Emergency procedures knowledge
- Flexibility in schedule
- Email correspondence
- Organisational efficiency
- Patience and composure
- Positive outlook
Affiliations
- Enjoy reading, keep fit, exercising and cooking.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Exam invigilator
King Harold Academy
05.2025 - Current
Housekeeper
Mrs Leesa Whalley
04.2019 - Current
Foster carer
Hackney Social Services
11.2008 - 06.2013
Logistics coordinator
Inspired Entertainments
11.1998 - 09.2012
NVQ Level 2 - Personnel Trainer
Kings College London
09.1989 - 07.1990
A-Levels - Art
William Morris 6th Form College
09.1984 - 07.1985
CSE - Art
William Morris Secondary School
09.1979 - 07.1984