Mary Martin
Selkirk,Scottish Borders
Summary
Dedicated individual with a strong work ethic seeking employment as a Modern Apprentice.
Keen interest in learning new skills in an administrative role.
Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, preparing detailed reports and presentations in relation to college course.
Dependable with experience in customer service and public interaction gained from working in a retail environment.
Strong communication skills.
Enjoy working in a team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Retail Assistant
Raeburn Meadow Convenience Store
Selkirk, Scottish Borders
2023.07 - Current
- Serving members of the public, prioritising customer satisfaction.
- Handling cash transactions accurately and securely.
- Assisting with stock replenishment to maintain optimal store presentation.
- Supporting other team members to improve overall operational efficiency.
- Receiving and sorting deliveries and organising the stock room systematically.
Volunteering
Stable Life
Selkirk, Scottish Borders
2021.06 - 2022.11
- Began volunteering when I was at School and continued after I left.
- Assisted at Stable Life helping look after the ponies and helping the instructors with their classes, leading ponies
- Cleaning stables and tack for horses
- Improving confidence levels dealing with the public in a working environment, interacting with groups and classes.
Education
Higher Sociology - Social Sciences
Edinburgh College
Edinburgh 2023.08 -
SCQF Level 5 - Psychology
Edinburgh College
Edinburgh 2023.08 -
National 5 - English
Selkirk High School
Selkirk 2017.08 - 2022.06
National 5 - Media
Selkirk High School
Selkirk 2017.08 - 2022.06
Skills
Customer service and public interaction
Attention to detail
Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency
Workload management
Communication skills
Affiliations
- I enjoy hillwalking and completed the West Highland Way in 2023, walking from Milngavie to Fort William, with my father. I have also walked part of the Southern Upland Way and plan to complete the Cotswold Way in 2026. I have visited the French Alps on numerous occasions with my family on walking holidays.
- I have visited the French Alps on numerous occasions with my family on walking holidays.
- I like animals and currently have 4 dogs and 1 cat at home
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Higher Sociology - Social Sciences
Edinburgh College
2023.08 -
SCQF Level 5 - Psychology
Edinburgh College
2023.08 -
Retail Assistant
Raeburn Meadow Convenience Store
2023.07 - Current
Volunteering
Stable Life
2021.06 - 2022.11
National 5 - English
Selkirk High School
2017.08 - 2022.06
National 5 - Media
Selkirk High School
2017.08 - 2022.06