Rachael Louise Scothern
Nottingham,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Packer on a production line packing products into a large box to make advent calendars. Machine Operative at Intermotor in Hucknall. Focusing on machine operation and assembly. Core competencies include team work, attention to detail, time management and manual handling. Experienced professional with a strong background in education and operations, previously served as a Teaching Assistant at King Edward Primary and Nursery School in Mansfield. Demonstrates expertise in providing 1:1 SEN support, collaborating with teachers, parents, and external agencies, and maintaining high standards of health and safety compliance. Previous roles include Driver at City Hygiene Services in Nottingham, where excellent customer service and independent working were key strengths.
Overview
1
1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Packer
Thorn Baker Agency
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
06.2026 - Current
- Packed various products into appropriate containers and boxes with speed and accuracy for dispatch.
- Followed company guidelines regarding packaging and labelling.
- Operated packing equipment responsibly to avoid damage.
- Removed, reported and replaced damaged items from production lines.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any issues or delays in the packing process.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily targets and increase productivity levels.
- Reported missing or damaged items to management, quickly resolving stock issues to maintain production line efficiency.
Housewife
Not Applicable
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
12.2025 - 06.2026
- Having completed my time in the education sector with SEN pupils, i felt i needed a break to think about a new chapter.
Teaching Assistant
King Edward Primary and Nursery School
Mansfield
09.2008 - 12.2025
- Provided 1:1 SEN support
- Worked closely with teachers, parents, and external agencies
- Qualified paediatric and school first aider
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ongoing professional development
- IT
Stay at Home Mum
Not applicable
Nottingham, nottinghamshire
09.2004 - 09.2008
- Full time childcare and household management
- Supported early childhood development and learning at home
- Developed strong organisational, time management and multitasking skills
Driver
City Hygiene Services LTD
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
11.1999 - 09.2004
- Worked independently and as part of a team
- Delivered excellent customer service and client interaction
- Kept the van exterior and interior clean and tidy
- Loaded vehicle, properly securing items to prevent load shifting and damage during transportation.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards and report necessary repairs plus refuelling.
- Maintained vehicle in optimum condition for safety and reliability.
- Maintained safe driving at all times
- Used route planning and GPS systems
- Reported issues promptly to Supervisors
- Serviced sanitary bins, sharps containers and vending machines
- Completed all job cards accurately
Machine Operative
Intermotor
Hucknall, Nottingham
11.1995 - 11.1999
- Finished and packed distributor caps
- Assembled carbon springs and rotor arms
- Maintained clean and organised work area
- Supported other factory areas when required
- Worked both independently and in a team
- Operated a variety of machinery, adhering strictly to safety protocols and operational guidelines to maintain workplace safety.
- Monitored machine performance, identifying and rectifying minor malfunctions to prevent downtime and maintain productivity.
- Expertly operated equipment in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements.
- Interacted and communicated professionally and effectively with various levels of employees.
- Recorded production data, including quantities produced and raw materials used, to aid in inventory management and production planning.
- Collected, sorted and packed finished products for storage or transport to destinations.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Children's Care, Learning and Development
basford hall NCN
nottingham01-2006
French Studies, English Language, English Literature, Maths, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Art, History
Hucknall National Comprehensive School
Skills
- Machine operation and assembly
- Quality control and inspection
- Teamwork and independent working
- Health & safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Manual handling
- IT
Certification
- Paediatric First Aid, British Red Cross, valid until 28/10/2027
- Level 3 First Aid at Work (RQF) incl. catastrophic bleeding, valid until 08/07/2028
Additional Information
Physically fit, punctual and reliable, Strong attention to detail, Able to work independently and as part of a team, Follows instructions accurately
Hobbies and interests
- I love to read books, specifically non fiction stories involving criminals and foster care.
- Baking
- Spending time with my family is very important to me.
- Walking my dog Dusty is something I enjoy doing daily to stay healthy.
- Crochet 'end of life' blankets
- Running
Timeline
Packer
Thorn Baker Agency
06.2026 - Current
Housewife
Not Applicable
12.2025 - 06.2026
Teaching Assistant
King Edward Primary and Nursery School
09.2008 - 12.2025
Stay at Home Mum
Not applicable
09.2004 - 09.2008
Driver
City Hygiene Services LTD
11.1999 - 09.2004
Machine Operative
Intermotor
11.1995 - 11.1999
NVQ Level 3 - Children's Care, Learning and Development
basford hall NCN
French Studies, English Language, English Literature, Maths, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Art, History
Hucknall National Comprehensive School