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Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
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Natalie Morris

Heanor,Derbyshire

Summary

Highly adaptable and resourceful professional with exceptional communication, problem-solving, and time management skills. Demonstrates great interpersonal abilities, patience, and empathy to foster positive relationships and effectively address challenges. Committed to leveraging these strengths to contribute meaningfully in dynamic environments while pursuing opportunities for continuous growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Teaching assistant in primary school

Marlpool Junior School
, Derbyshire
09.2020 - Current

Supervised midday activities, ensuring safety and engagement for students.
Volunteered to support children in reading, fostering confidence and literacy skills.
Pursued online qualification as teaching assistant to enhance educational support capabilities.
Served as supply teaching assistant for two and a half years, providing consistent classroom assistance.
Completed Understanding SEN course to effectively address diverse learning needs.
Finished speech and language therapy course to aid communication development in children.
Acquired training in drawing and talking therapy to facilitate emotional expression in a supportive manner.

DBS checked and trained in first aid.
Sought new opportunities to positively impact lives while balancing family commitments.

Self employed delivery driver

Yodel Lincoln
02.2015 - 07.2015
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, resulting in recognition in company newsletter.
    Engaged effectively with customers to address needs and enhance satisfaction.
    Maintained a flexible work schedule within local area to support family commitments.

Contact Lens Supervisor

Specsavers Cowley and Specsavers Witney
Cowley
01.2009 - 06.2009
  • Updated store reports, including health checks and contact lens management.
  • Served customers while maintaining and updating patient records.
  • Ordered lenses to ensure daily operational efficiency.
  • Submitted weekly NHS reports for sight tests and vouchers.
  • Recognised in company newsletter for exceptional customer service delivery.
  • Managed dual roles at Specsavers Cowley and Witney, transitioning to full-time at Witney.
  • Trained successor at Cowley while overseeing continuity of operations.
  • Led computer system changeover, ensuring seamless implementation without disrupting service.

Contact Lens Assistant

Specsavers Elgin
05.2006 - 10.2008
  • Supported daily operations, including appointment scheduling and lens ordering.
    Maintained fully stocked trial banks to guarantee client availability.
    Managed reports and updated customer records to improve data accuracy.
    Oversaw department during staff absences, ensuring seamless service continuity.
    Covered reception during peak lunch periods to ensure efficient service delivery.
    Collaborated with store administrator on banking tasks for operational efficiency.

Sales Advisor

Dorothy Perkins
11.2005 - 05.2006
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
    Managed weekly deliveries to ensure timely stock replenishment.
    Maintained cleanliness and organisation of shop floor to create welcoming environment.

Play worker

JPAC Ltd – Coppice Farm School
06.2004 - 07.2005
  • Supervised 15 to 25 children aged five to eleven years from 3.30 to 6pm.
    Organised engaging activities to promote children's development and enjoyment.
    Prepared nutritious evening snacks for children while ensuring safety.

Education

GCSE -

Redhill Comprehensive school
09.1998 - 07.2003

A Level - English Literature, ICT, History & Media Studies

Redhill 6th Form
09.2003 - 05.2005

NVQ Level 3 - supporting teaching and learning

NCFE cache
08.2022 - 11.2022

NVQ Level 2 - Understanding specific learning difficulties

Ofqual
07.2023 - 09.2023

First aid

Skillbase
04.2024 - 04.2027

NVQ Level 1 - food hygiene

SSS Learning
05.2024 - 05.2024

Speech and language therapy diploma

De montfort college
09.2025 - 09.2025

Drawing and talking therapy
uk
09.2025 - 09.2025

Skills

Effective communication
Problem-solving initiative
Time management
Adaptability

Great interpersonal skills

Patience and empathy

Certification

  • March 2022- Online CPD course: Introduction to phonics.
  • March 2022- Online CPD course: An introduction to ASD


Additional information

Full UK Driving license.

Affiliations

I enjoy travelling with my family and showing my children new places.

Running, which helps me stay energetic and motivated.

Reading, supports my curiosity and lifelong learning.

Timeline

Speech and language therapy diploma

De montfort college
09.2025 - 09.2025

Drawing and talking therapy
09.2025 - 09.2025

NVQ Level 1 - food hygiene

SSS Learning
05.2024 - 05.2024

First aid

Skillbase
04.2024 - 04.2027

NVQ Level 2 - Understanding specific learning difficulties

Ofqual
07.2023 - 09.2023

NVQ Level 3 - supporting teaching and learning

NCFE cache
08.2022 - 11.2022

Teaching assistant in primary school

Marlpool Junior School
09.2020 - Current

Self employed delivery driver

Yodel Lincoln
02.2015 - 07.2015

Contact Lens Supervisor

Specsavers Cowley and Specsavers Witney
01.2009 - 06.2009

Contact Lens Assistant

Specsavers Elgin
05.2006 - 10.2008

Sales Advisor

Dorothy Perkins
11.2005 - 05.2006

Play worker

JPAC Ltd – Coppice Farm School
06.2004 - 07.2005

A Level - English Literature, ICT, History & Media Studies

Redhill 6th Form
09.2003 - 05.2005

GCSE -

Redhill Comprehensive school
09.1998 - 07.2003
Natalie Morris