Kerry Tester
Peacehaven,East Sussex
Summary
As a funeral arranger I definitely developed skills in multi tasking and being able to work professionally in a challenging environment was also highly important
I have good telephone skills
Can pick things up quickly ie learning a new computer system
I work well as a team but can also go on my own initiative when required.
Both this and the pharmacy role meant I was working within my local community and this was probably what I enjoyed most.
I am very chatty and love meeting new people which is why I am looking for a new challenge
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Dog Walker / Pet Services
Fairy Dog Mothers
Peacehaven, East Sussex
2023.01 - Current
- Followed specific instructions from dog owners, ensuring personalised care.
- Displayed excellent time management skills to meet all scheduled appointments punctually.
- Kept clients keys safe and secure
- Kept detailed records and photos on walk to provide feedback to owners.
- Cleaned up after dogs during walks keeping public spaces tidy.
Funeral & Masonry Consultant
Southern Cooperative Funeralcare
Peacehaven, East Sussex
2016.04 - 2023.01
* Looked after the deceased in my care with dignity and respect
* Consulted with bereaved families to arrange a funeral
* Consulted with families again after a funeral to arrange scattering of ashes or gravestones
* Made sure all the funeral arrangements came together in a timely fashion so that everything was ready by the day of the service this included completing all the relevant paperwork as well as liaising with third parties to order flowers,coffins,vehicles and service sheets
* Reviewed company policies regularly, aligning them with changing legal requirements.
* Signposted clients to other external services such as bereavement counselling or prepaid funeral plans
* Handled telephone enquiries politely and efficiently
* Kept all records up to date on the company computer system
Pharmacy sales assistant
Kamsons Pharmacy
Peacehaven, East Sussex
2005.02 - 2016.04
- Demonstrated patience and empathy whilst dealing with customers' health concerns and advising them on over the counter products especially as a lot of customers were elderly
- Collaborated closely with the local GP surgeries to make sure correct prescriptions were ordered
- Checked expiry dates of medicines regularly; ensured only safe products available for sale.
- Cashed up the till daily and reconciled card machine payments.
- Uploaded all dispensed prescriptions onto the computer at the end of each month to be sent off to the PCT
Level 3 nursery nurse
Pepper-pot nursery and baby unit
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
2002.06 - 2005.02
- Monitored children's progress, ensuring developmental milestones were met.
- Improved children's language skills by reading lots of books and singing nursery rhymes
- Prepared feeds for babies and snacks for toddlers
- Reported back to the parents at the end of the session detailing the days activities
- Took the babies out in pushchairs to the local park.
- Monitored sleep time
- Regularly attended training courses
Skills
- Sense of initiative
- Reliable nature
- Advanced administration
- Patience and tact
Accomplishments
In 2020 I was nominated for funeralcare employee of the year making it to the final 6 out of over 1000 members of staff in 300 branches
One of the reasons for my nomination was that I was responsible for starting up a new bereavement counselling coffee morning in Peacehaven which is still running now.
Certification
NAMCW which is a level 3 in childcare
O level English Language & Literature
GCSES in Maths, Triple Science ,Home Economics, Childcare and History
Hobbies & Interests
My main passion is my lovely dog so we go on very long country walks.
I am a big football fan and involved in local our club.
I like to keep fit and take a few gym classes each week such as yoga, pilates and Zumba.
I also enjoy spending time away in our caravan with my Husband and the dog.
Timeline
Dog Walker / Pet Services
Fairy Dog Mothers
2023.01 - Current
Funeral & Masonry Consultant
Southern Cooperative Funeralcare
2016.04 - 2023.01
Pharmacy sales assistant
Kamsons Pharmacy
2005.02 - 2016.04
Level 3 nursery nurse
Pepper-pot nursery and baby unit
2002.06 - 2005.02