Kate Dicker
Marlow,Bucks
Summary
Accomplished professional with a strong foundation in quality assurance and programme development, adept at managing and collaborating with high-value projects and ensuring client projects exceed expectations. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities, resourcefulness, and calmness under pressure. Skilled in communication, public speaking, negotiation, and team collaboration, with a proven track record in staff training and development. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive organisational success and foster growth.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work history
School Govenor
Alfriston School
Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
2025.10 - Current
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Took on role of Boarding Governor in this specialist SEN senior school for girls.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Undertook multiple training courses to ensure regulatory compliance and skills.
Board director
Norland College
Bath
2019.10 - Current
- Executed board decisions with full compliance to regulations.
- Ensured governance adherence with thorough policy enforcement.
- Fostered innovation within the organisation, leading to product diversification through work within the Enterprise Committee.
- Worked with board of directors to establish objectives and decisively lead operations.
- Supported the SLT in achieving its aims of continuous improvement and new initiatives.
- Served as representative of organisation to government agencies whilst working with The ECA in Abu Dhabi.
Managing director
Rowjam Consulting Ltd
Marlow, Buckinghamshire
2014.12 - Current
- Identified market trends, leading to business expansion opportunities.
- Directed complex projects to successful completion.
- Delivered high-quality services by maintaining customer focus at all times.
- Managed crisis situations with strategic planning.
- Negotiated profitable contracts, increasing company revenue.
- Fostered partnerships to expand business opportunities.
- Facilitated training programmes to improve employee skills and capabilities.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement, driving operational excellence.
- Maintained organisational compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
- Established strong rapport with stakeholders to enhance business credibility.
- Worked with multiple International clients and successfully implemented business strategies and tools to enhance their business models
Senior Consultant
Worldwide Kids GmbH
Altendorf, Switzerland
2006.03 - 2022.06
- Developed initial business for sister company Powder Byrne International as Managing Director
- Managed complex projects from inception to delivery, ensuring timely completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful outcomes.
- Helped organisations improve customer satisfaction and achieve measurable results.
- Streamlined operational processes by implementing innovative techniques.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing strategic advice and solutions.
- Advised clients on regulatory compliance matters, promoting adherence to legal standards.
- Executed risk assessments for identifying potential project challenges.
- Analysed financial data to drive business growth strategies.
- Provided expert advice on business strategy, fostering client trust and retention.
Owner/Operator
Creche Out
Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
1992.01 - 2006.03
- Developed marketing plans to increase brand visibility.
- Provided efficient solutions to problems, improving business performance.
- Coordinated staff schedules for optimal work distribution.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of the business.
- Implemented new strategies for improved sales growth.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal health of the business.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective leadership.
- Liaised with stakeholders to maintain positive relations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service.
- Built strong relationships with clients, enhancing brand loyalty.
- Ensured compliance with regulations, maintaining a clean safety record.
- Established and successfully managed profitable business, demonstrating exceptional entrepreneurial skills and business acumen.
- Developed winning sales strategies to drive revenue.
- Navigated complex business challenges and made sound decisions to achieve long-term success.
- Researched market trends and consumer behaviour to support business decision-making.
- Reacted calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
Education
NNEB. and Norland Diploma - Nursery Nursing
Norland NTC
Hungerford, West Berkshire 1984.01 - 1986.12
UK GDPR and Data Protection - National Legislation
GovenorHub
UK 2026.01 -
First Aid Instructor - First Aid
Aid Training And Operations Ltd
UK 2016.07 - 2020.08
ISO 45001 Auditor - Health & Safety
IOSH Hazardos Industries Community
Leicester 2019.06 -
Level 3 Assessing Vocational Achievement - Assessment
NCFE
UK 2013.11 -
PTLLS - Teaching in the lifelong learning environment
Highfield Awarding Body For Compliance
Doncaster 2013.06 -
Skills
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Public speaking
- Resourcefulness
- Quality Assurance
- Programme development
- High-value project management
- Business strategy
- Negotiation and competency
- Team work
- Staff training and development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
UK GDPR and Data Protection - National Legislation
GovenorHub
2026.01 -
School Govenor
Alfriston School
2025.10 - Current
Board director
Norland College
2019.10 - Current
ISO 45001 Auditor - Health & Safety
IOSH Hazardos Industries Community
2019.06 -
First Aid Instructor - First Aid
Aid Training And Operations Ltd
2016.07 - 2020.08
Managing director
Rowjam Consulting Ltd
2014.12 - Current
Level 3 Assessing Vocational Achievement - Assessment
NCFE
2013.11 -
PTLLS - Teaching in the lifelong learning environment
Highfield Awarding Body For Compliance
2013.06 -
Senior Consultant
Worldwide Kids GmbH
2006.03 - 2022.06
Owner/Operator
Creche Out
1992.01 - 2006.03
NNEB. and Norland Diploma - Nursery Nursing
Norland NTC
1984.01 - 1986.12