Summary
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Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
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Louise Drury

Doncaster,South Yorkshire

Summary

Organised and adaptable professional with strong communication and organisational skills, proficient in Office software and data management. Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritise workloads, ensuring efficient office operations. Committed to enhancing administration team productivity through effective support and coordination.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Sales Administration Assistant

Freelance Offset Services
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
2023.09 - Current

Delivered comprehensive administration support to sales office catering to education sector clients.
Managed stock ordering and control processes, ensuring optimal inventory levels.
Oversaw accounts administration, maintaining accurate financial records.
Scheduled sales deliveries via in-house team and online carrier services as needed.
Coordinated engineers' contract maintenance and breakdown visits across the county.

Catering & Finance Administration Assistant

Armthorpe Academy
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
2012.08 - 2023.09

Executed stock control, staff scheduling, and bookkeeping for busy school kitchen.
Operated manual tills and managed cash reconciliation before transitioning to electronic systems.
Oversaw online catering system following installation of electronic till system.
Transitioned to main school administration in 2018 to support School Business Manager.
Managed school budget control, including ordering, procurement, and payment processes.
Updated school policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Health and Safety standards.
Facilitated electronic communication between parents, staff, and pupils as required.
Coordinated meetings for parents and staff while organising external school visits.

General Kitchen Assistant (Part-time)

Tickhill St Mary's Primary School
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
2010.02 - 2012.08

Prepared and served nutritious meals for students, ensuring compliance with dietary standards.
Supervised kitchen activities to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
Conducted cleaning tasks to uphold hygiene and sanitation protocols.

Sainsbury's General Assistant (Part-time)

J Sainsbury Plc
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
2002.02 - 2006.08

Operated tills and provided customer service on shop floor during twilight shift.
Restocked shelves to maintain product availability and enhance shopping experience.
Adapted work schedule to balance home commitments effectively.

Customer Service Assistant - Part Time

Dixon Motor Group (Formally Carnell Motor Group)
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
1999.01 - 2000.04

Resolved customer complaints through effective electronic and telephone communication.
Coordinated appointments between group department heads and customers to address issues.
Liaised with branches to ensure customer satisfaction and timely resolutions.

Personal Assistant

Carnell Motor Group - Doncaster
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
1991.08 - 1998.06

Organised daily diary for Group Aftersales Director, ensuring efficient time management.
Prepared for group meetings by collating performance information and processing ISO compliance data.
Coordinated events and hospitality across two sites in Doncaster and Leeds from 1996 to 1998.
Facilitated smooth transition during acquisition of Carnell Motor Group by Dixon Motors.

Parts Department Administrator

Carnell Motor Group - Doncaster
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
1986.08 - 1991.08

Executed all administrative tasks within busy Parts department.
Updated stock transactions and conducted regular stock takes.
Managed customer interactions both in person and via telephone.
Handled invoicing and cash control efficiently.
Promoted to Office Manager in early 1990 for outstanding performance.
Advanced to Personal Assistant to Group Aftersales Manager in 1991.

Education

GCSEs -

MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL - Doncaster
Doncaster
1982.09 - 1986.08

Skills

  • Excellent Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Resourcefulness
  • Self-motivation

Affiliations

  • My Family are the centre of my world, Love long local walks with our Cocker Spaniel Ruby and enjoy socialising with family and friends.

Timeline

Sales Administration Assistant

Freelance Offset Services
2023.09 - Current

Catering & Finance Administration Assistant

Armthorpe Academy
2012.08 - 2023.09

General Kitchen Assistant (Part-time)

Tickhill St Mary's Primary School
2010.02 - 2012.08

Sainsbury's General Assistant (Part-time)

J Sainsbury Plc
2002.02 - 2006.08

Customer Service Assistant - Part Time

Dixon Motor Group (Formally Carnell Motor Group)
1999.01 - 2000.04

Personal Assistant

Carnell Motor Group - Doncaster
1991.08 - 1998.06

Parts Department Administrator

Carnell Motor Group - Doncaster
1986.08 - 1991.08

GCSEs -

MCAULEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL - Doncaster
1982.09 - 1986.08
Louise Drury