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Lara Cawkwell

London,United Kingdom

Summary

I am a dedicated musician and recruiter with expertise in conducting interviews and fostering empathy in the recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate experience. I have a strong focus on achieving recruitment goals while enhancing candidate engagement and satisfaction. With a proven ability to inspire and mentor younger generations through extensive teaching experience and musicianship, I thrive off helping and seeing individuals reach their goals and full potential.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Recruiter

Rocksteady Music School
11.2024 - Current
  • Conducted half-hour video interviews with candidates during initial screening stages.
  • Led second stage assessment days at various venues across U.K.
  • Facilitated third stage observation days at schools, fostering strong partnerships.
  • Used the Rocksteady toolkit to enhance decision-making quality.
  • Cultivated positive candidate journeys through relationship building.
  • Worked collaboratively within the recruitment team to achieve target KPIs and fill vacancies.
  • Maintained confidentiality throughout the recruitment process, ensuring trust and integrity were upheld at all times.
  • Increased client satisfaction by streamlining recruitment processes.
  • Briefed candidates about responsibilities, salary and job benefits.

Band Leader

Rocksteady Music School
Greenwich , London
08.2022 - 11.2024
  • Instructed children aged four to eleven in band performance across various instruments.
  • Managed and led multiple bands, fostering teamwork and musical development.
  • Cultivated confidence in children, enabling them to reach full potential.
  • Supported special educational needs (SEN) students through tailored guidance.
  • Ensured safeguarding standards were upheld consistently.
  • Maintained strong relationships with schools and staff through effective liaison.
  • Executed target-driven impact tasks to enhance student engagement.
  • Optimised time and energy management for efficient lesson delivery.

Teaching Assistant

Brindishe Green Primary School
London
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted class teacher with daily classroom activities and lesson delivery.
  • Co-led after-school choir club, enhancing student engagement.
  • Led EYFS sessions for school's 'Stand Up and Sing' day, promoting musical skills.
  • Supported SEN students to facilitate inclusive learning environments.
  • Ensured safeguarding measures were consistently implemented in the classroom.
  • Took over lessons during teacher absences to maintain continuity of education.

Venue Musician / Band manager

Celebrity Cruises
Worldwide
  • Delivered daily performances to cruise guests, showcasing a wide repertoire of songs.
  • Adapted setlists to accommodate guest preferences and environmental factors.
  • Managed band members to ensure punctuality and professionalism in performances.
  • Planned daily setlists to enhance overall entertainment experience.
  • Cultivated rapport with guests through effective band presentation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Professional Musicianship (Vocals)

The British and Irish Institute of Modern Music (BIMM)
Brighton
/2014 - /2017

A-Levels - Media, Music and Drama

Twynham Academy Sixth Form
Christchurch

Skills

  • Interview conducting
  • Empathy in recruitment
  • Recruitment software mastery
  • Effective communication
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Planning & Organisation
  • Management and Teamwork
  • Growth Mindset

Certification

  • Level 5 TEFL (168 Hours)

Timeline

Recruiter

Rocksteady Music School
11.2024 - Current

Band Leader

Rocksteady Music School
08.2022 - 11.2024

Teaching Assistant

Brindishe Green Primary School
03.2022 - 08.2022

Venue Musician / Band manager

Celebrity Cruises

Bachelor of Arts - Professional Musicianship (Vocals)

The British and Irish Institute of Modern Music (BIMM)
/2014 - /2017

A-Levels - Media, Music and Drama

Twynham Academy Sixth Form

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