Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Lucy Clarkson

Lucy Clarkson

Huyton, Liverpool,Merseyside

Summary

A dedicated and motivated individual with experience in fast-paced and challenging environments. Good understanding of the importance of safeguarding. Enthusiastic individual, able to work well in both independent and team settings, using initiative when needed. Committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all. Effective communication skills with others to ensure a positive atmosphere.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Community Volunteer

St George's Church
Liverpool, Huyton, Merseyside
11.2023 - Current
  • Achieving clear understanding and commitment regarding what the workplace is like
  • Building self-confidence to improve abilities in future employment possibilities
  • Assist with collecting and transporting produce, capable of carrying food supplies to designated areas
  • Rotate stock and check sell-by dates to minimise wastage, organising shelves to enhance the visibility and accessibility of products
  • Handle payments and maintain a register of 20-plus customers at the lunch club
  • Assisted in preparing food and drinks for weekly lunch club attendees
  • Liaise with other staff members to prepare the church for funerals and events, completing requirements of cleaning floor areas and reorganising chairs and tables, creating a respectful seating arrangement for everyone

Volunteer Teaching Assistant

Rice Lane Infant & Nursery Primary School
Liverpool, Merseyside
07.2010 - 05.2011

DBS check obtained for employment in educational setting - satisfactory outcome.

  • Organised classroom by preparing resources for daily lessons and maintaining display boards
  • Created engaging role-play area that reflected current term's topics
  • Supported children in groups of 5, needing extra help with reading, writing, art, and computer skills
  • Supervised children in playgrounds during playtime / lunchtime
  • Assisted with holiday camps during half-term breaks, offering football or dance activities
  • Provided emotional support to all children, informed appropriate staff when necessary
  • Logged minor first aid incidents, reported major ones to qualified staff
  • Distributed weekly newsletters to parents / caregivers in children's book bags
  • Communicated effectively with other staff members to ensure school is fun, providing positive learning environment



Education

NCFE CACHE - Understanding Mental Health First Aid & Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

Aspire
Liverpool
05.2022 - 07.2022

NCFE CACHE - Understanding Safeguarding & Prevent

Aspire
Liverpool
05.2022 - 07.2022

NCFE CACHE - Understanding Behaviour That Challenges

Aspire
Liverpool
05.2022 - 07.2022

Active IQ Level 1 - Sport

Aspire
Liverpool
05.2022 - 07.2022

Functional Skills - English and Maths

Knowsley Community College
Liverpool
09.2019 - 03.2020

First Aid - Basic First Aid & Defib

Knowsley Community College
Liverpool
04.2018 - 07.2018

Level 2 Diploma - Sport

Knowsley Community College
Liverpool
09.2015 - 04.2016

GCSEs - School

Maghull High School
Liverpool
09.2005 - 06.2010

Skills

  • Engage with compassion
  • Adapt effectively to diverse roles
  • Actively participate in community involvement
  • Prioritise training and development
  • Ability to use strong communication skills
  • Implement recycling initiatives
  • Basic medical first aid awareness
  • Effective teamwork and individual contributions

Affiliations

  • Arts and Craft - Enjoy drawing and painting
  • Garden - Maintain outdoor areas at home
  • Music - Listen to songs and attend concerts of favourite artists
  • Entertainment - Watch television series and football sport events
  • Social - Attend a weekly women's group

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Community Volunteer

St George's Church
11.2023 - Current

NCFE CACHE - Understanding Mental Health First Aid & Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace

Aspire
05.2022 - 07.2022

NCFE CACHE - Understanding Safeguarding & Prevent

Aspire
05.2022 - 07.2022

NCFE CACHE - Understanding Behaviour That Challenges

Aspire
05.2022 - 07.2022

Active IQ Level 1 - Sport

Aspire
05.2022 - 07.2022

Functional Skills - English and Maths

Knowsley Community College
09.2019 - 03.2020

First Aid - Basic First Aid & Defib

Knowsley Community College
04.2018 - 07.2018

Level 2 Diploma - Sport

Knowsley Community College
09.2015 - 04.2016

Volunteer Teaching Assistant

Rice Lane Infant & Nursery Primary School
07.2010 - 05.2011

GCSEs - School

Maghull High School
09.2005 - 06.2010
Lucy Clarkson