Marnie Barranes
Welwyn Garden City,Hertfordshire
Summary
Seeking a flexible full/part time position to demonstrate and spread my skills and knowledge. I have just completed sixth form and my A levels. I have applied to study forensic science at uni, however currently considering taking a gap year to gain work experience. I'm 18 years old and am an independent and conscientious worker, who is also kind and caring towards others. I am dedicated and thorough to tasks given. I'm willing and able to quickly adjust to changes in the workplace.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2048
2048
years of post-secondary education
Work history
work experience week
Hill & Company
Old Welwyn, Hertfordshire
2022.06 - 2022.06
I worked at Hill & Company violin shop. I dealt with telephone enquiries, keeping displays tidy, serving customers and assisting with customer repairs of instruments.
Court Observer
Crown court
St Albans, Hertfordshire
2024.06 - 2024.06
I spent a week attending crown court to observe the sentencing and hearings of some cases. I witnessed a victim's speech in court, watched the jury be sworn in and out and heard their verdicts. I also got to witness some evidence and CCTV footage.
Education
GCSEs - 10
Sherrardswood School
Welwyn 2001.04 - 2023.07
bronze and silver -
Duke of Edinbourough
Grade 6 - Violin
ABRSM
Grade 6 - singing
Rockschool
grade 6 - ballet
IDTA
A-Levels - 3
Sherrardswood School
WelwynSkills
Interests & Hobbies
- Dance - Ballet is a hobby of mine i enjoy very much I have enjoyed ballet since i was three and have progressed en pointe
- Music - I sing, play the violin and play the piano
- I love to read and write and spend much of my free time experimenting and developing my artwork and skills My favourite book genres are crime & mystery and horror My favourite books are 'Where the Crawdads Sing' followed by 'The liars Daughter'
- I enjoy the outdoors and socialising in the company of others but am also comfortable in my time alone listening to and creating music
- I enjoy physical activities and have completed all my grades in swimming and gymnastics
Strengths & Skills
- Im hard working
- I have confidence and am well presented
- I am always willing to try new things
- I have an excellent attention to detail and am a methodical thinker
- I can work well on my own but am a good problem solver in group work and decisions
- I am able to adapt to any situation
Driving
- I've had my full driving licence since January 2025 and very much enjoy driving
Public experiences
I have performed in music festival's and competitions in-front of large crowds and audiences. I was part of a school and outside of band. This has helped boost my confidence and collaboration. Performing in ballet and drama shows has in turn added to this.
Timeline
Court Observer
Crown court
2024.06 - 2024.06
work experience week
Hill & Company
2022.06 - 2022.06
GCSEs - 10
Sherrardswood School
2001.04 - 2023.07
bronze and silver -
Duke of Edinbourough
Grade 6 - Violin
ABRSM
Grade 6 - singing
Rockschool
grade 6 - ballet
IDTA
A-Levels - 3
Sherrardswood School