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Maria Squire

Summary

Passionate and self-motivated BSc Psychology (hons) graduate and Master of Science student eager to secure and maintain a position that offers personal and professional growth.

Work history

Private School Cook

Beeston Hall School
Sheringham, Norfolk
01.2016 - 07.2017
  • Correctly operated kitchen equipment, maintaining optimal performance and safety levels.
  • Prepared fresh, enjoyable breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas and dinners.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary food preparation and storage areas, mitigating health and safety risks.

Kitchen assistant

Poppyfields
Sheringham, Norfolk
04.2013 - 04.2015
  • Provided flexible working hours to meet demands of peak restaurant hours, maintaining excellent food service provisions.
  • Organised and cleaned assigned sections meticulously, thoroughly sanitising and cleaning preparation and storage surfaces.
  • Worked well in busy kitchen settings, coordinating and partnering with other staff to complete tasks efficiently.

General Manager

Mullarkey's
Sheringham, Norfolk
04.2012 - 01.2013
  • Led and facilitated professional barista training for employees.
  • Oversaw accurate daily till operation and cash reconciliation.
  • Inspired front-of-house team with energetic and friendly personality deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Worked with owner to develop, assess and improve operational procedures including cashing up, customer service and fire safety.

Healthcare support worker

Heritage Care
Sheringham, Norfolk
01.2009 - 07.2014
  • Performed set tasks according to individual patient care plans as assessed and delegated by Team Leader to ensure provision of cohesive, tailored care.
  • Monitored individual's physical and emotional wellbeing, promptly reporting changes and providing suggestions for care plan adjustments.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
  • Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
  • Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.

Assistant retail manager

Cardfare
Sheringham, Norfolk
11.2007 - 12.2009
  • Developed strong teams by skilfully recruiting, orienting and training loyal, hard-working employees.
  • Provided warm, positive customer care from arrival to departure, encouraging return visits and repeat spending.
  • Replenished store inventory regularly, monitoring stock demands to appropriately address customer needs.
  • Maintained spotlessly clean sales floors, organising merchandise for visually-appealing displays.

Support worker (Older adults in care)

Suncourt
Sheringham, Norfolk
01.2006 - 03.2007
  • Assisted patients with daily personal, hygiene and incontinence care.
  • Reported on patients' health and mobility progress, maintaining excellent continuity of care.
  • Performed end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
  • Adopted person-centred approach in all aspects of care-giving.

Support Worker

Kensington Lodge
Cromer, Norfolk
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Assisted with personal care activities such as washing and dressing, consistently promoting positive health and hygiene.
  • Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.
  • Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

The Open University
10.2022 - 07.2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

The Open University
Milton Keynes
10.2014 - 07.2022

Level 6 - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Language link International ESOL

A-Levels -

City College Norwich
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2002 - 07.2004

GCSEs -

Sheringham High School
Sheringham, Norfolk
09.1997 - 07.2002

NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care

Heritage Care
Sheringham, Norfolk
04.2001 - 04.2010

Certificates of Attendance -

Heritage Care
Sheringham, Norfolk
2009 - 2012

Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient User of Microsoft Office, including Word, Power-point and Excel
  • Organised, adaptable and self-motivated
  • Creative, Critical thinking
  • Research and Data Analysis

Languages

English
Native

Timeline

Master of Science - Psychology

The Open University
10.2022 - 07.2025

Private School Cook

Beeston Hall School
01.2016 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

The Open University
10.2014 - 07.2022

Kitchen assistant

Poppyfields
04.2013 - 04.2015

General Manager

Mullarkey's
04.2012 - 01.2013

Healthcare support worker

Heritage Care
01.2009 - 07.2014

Assistant retail manager

Cardfare
11.2007 - 12.2009

Support worker (Older adults in care)

Suncourt
01.2006 - 03.2007

Support Worker

Kensington Lodge
01.2005 - 01.2006

A-Levels -

City College Norwich
09.2002 - 07.2004

NVQ Level 2 - Health and Social Care

Heritage Care
04.2001 - 04.2010

GCSEs -

Sheringham High School
09.1997 - 07.2002

Level 6 - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Language link International ESOL

Certificates of Attendance -

Heritage Care
2009 - 2012
Maria Squire