matilda parker
leeds ,yorkshire
Summary
i am a motivated and reliable student currently in full-time education. i work hard to balance my studies with my work experiences and hobbies and always put my full potential into every task. through my previous jobs and placements, i have built strong communication and customer service skills. my hobbies like making drawings and crafts helps me focus and see things from different perspectives. i am eagre to learn and ready to take on new challenges
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
nursery practitioner work placement
jimbos nursery
leeds , west yorkshire
11.2025 - 06.2026
- Provided children with positive, happy and supportive environments throughout playtime activities.
- Maintained positive relationships with parents.
- Maintained tidy work environment to practise safety and hygiene protocols.
- Conducted observations and assessments to identify children's interests and developmental stages, using insights to inform planning and activity design.
- Regularly communicated children's learning development with parents.
- Implemented creative arts and crafts activities to encourage children's self-expression and fine motor skills development.
- Researched exciting and enriching activities for children.
Hairdressing Assistant
LV asthetics
leeds , west yorkshire
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Washed client hair using specialist shampoos and head massage techniques.
- Seated and gowned clients in readiness for hairdressing service.
- Cleaned workstations, swept areas and folded towels throughout day to keep service running smoothly.
- Offered refreshments and reading materials to clients for a comfortable salon experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of the salon, including sterilising equipment after each use.
- Welcomed customers upon arrival, chatting and providing reading materials until appointment time.
- Answered phone calls and scheduled appointments in salon calendar.
- Made and served refreshments for clients to provide comfortable waiting periods.
- Worked with straighteners, curlers and hair dryers to style hair.
- Processed payments and handled cash, card transactions, and issued receipts to clients.
- Provided exceptional client care, resulting in increased positive customer reviews.
general assistant/glass collector
The malt kiln (my dads pub)
Bradford , west yorkshire
- Handle cash payments with supervision.
- Keep the premises nice and clean.
- Receive and organise deliveries.
- Assist in planning and decorating parties and events.
- Provide friendly service to all customers.
- Restock supplies as and when needed.
- Completed assigned tasks efficiently and with minimal supervision.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - level 2 early years practice
leeds city college
leeds 01-2026
Skills
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Creative activity planning
- Client care
- customer service
- communication
- critical thinking
- problem-solving
- teamwork in partnership
- work independently
- cash handling
- reliability
- planning and organising
- active listening
Timeline
nursery practitioner work placement
jimbos nursery
11.2025 - 06.2026
Hairdressing Assistant
LV asthetics
03.2024 - 07.2024
general assistant/glass collector
The malt kiln (my dads pub)
NVQ Level 2 - level 2 early years practice
leeds city college