Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
References
Relevant Training & Volunteering
Timeline
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Natalia Capstick

Eye,Suffolk

Summary

Enthusiastic and compassionate aspiring healthcare professional returning to work having taken a career break to raise a young family. Holds a Foundation Degree in Animal Science: with transferable skills in observation, communication, and delivering attentive, needs-focused care. Passionate about health and committed to supporting individuals with dignity, empathy, and professionalism. Well organised and mannered team player, seeking a role with opportunities for professional development.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Housekeeper / Events Assistant

Chateau Puissentut
Homps, Gers, France
04.2022 - 08.2024
  • Housekeeping duties at a prestigious Wedding Chateau in South West France. Cleaning guest bedrooms and preparing for upcoming arrivals.
  • Events assistant, welcoming guests, waiting / serving, providing information to guests and professionals ensuring the smooth and timely running of the day.
  • Working efficiently as part of a team, utilising own initiative to complete tasks and going above and beyond expected duties to provide an impeccable service.

Managing director

Roman Blinds Sevenoaks
Sevenoaks, Kent
09.2014 - 01.2021
  • Appointed Business Partner and Managing Director for my partner's business, Roman Blinds Sevenoaks; a bespoke soft furnishing company providing high end home interiors in and around Kent.
  • Daily responsibilities included; First point of contact to all clients and suppliers, answering calls, managing the diary, meeting and greeting visitors. All communication, typing quotes, sending invoices and managing accounts. Growth of the company, evolving services and winning business.
  • Sewing duties including hand stitching curtains and blinds as well as light jobs on the sewing machine.

Various Temping Roles

Hales Group
Diss, Norfolk
01.2008 - 06.2010
  • Administrative, front of house and customer service roles within various organisations including working in the HR department for Lowestoft College and a maternity cover contract in the sales office at Altro Ltd, Lowestoft.
  • Adapating to changing environments, fast learning to meet the demands of each role.
  • Duties include answering calls, managing the company diary, using microsoft word and excel, data entry, sending out quotes and invoices.
  • Preparing candidates files, setting up interviews as well as managing press releases.

Education

Yoga Alliance 200 hours Teacher Training Cert - Yoga Teacher

Abinham Yoga Centre
Goa, India
01.2019 - 03.2019

Fdsc Animal Science: Welfare & Behaviour - Biological Sciences

Newquay College
Newquay, Cornwall
09.2010 - 06.2012

A-Levels - English Literature, English Language, History

Bungay High School
Bungay, Suffolk
09.2003 - 06.2005

GCSEs - English Literature, English Language, Double Science, Design Technology, French, Maths, History, IT

Bungay High School
Bungay
09.2001 - 06.2003

Skills

  • Person-centred approach to care and support
  • Strong observational and record-keeping skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Emotional intelligence and empathy in sensitive situations
  • Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality
  • Team collaboration and community engagement

Languages

French
Advanced

References

References available upon request.

Relevant Training & Volunteering

  • DBS Checked – Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.
  • Safeguarding Training – Completed via Mellis Primary School.
  • Parent Volunteer – Volunteer at Mellis Primary School, supporting activities and pupil supervision.

Timeline

Housekeeper / Events Assistant

Chateau Puissentut
04.2022 - 08.2024

Yoga Alliance 200 hours Teacher Training Cert - Yoga Teacher

Abinham Yoga Centre
01.2019 - 03.2019

Managing director

Roman Blinds Sevenoaks
09.2014 - 01.2021

Fdsc Animal Science: Welfare & Behaviour - Biological Sciences

Newquay College
09.2010 - 06.2012

Various Temping Roles

Hales Group
01.2008 - 06.2010

A-Levels - English Literature, English Language, History

Bungay High School
09.2003 - 06.2005

GCSEs - English Literature, English Language, Double Science, Design Technology, French, Maths, History, IT

Bungay High School
09.2001 - 06.2003
Natalia Capstick