Rachel Abbott
Crewe,Cheshire
Summary
A highly motivated, enthusiastic and detail orientated newly qualified AAT level 3 accounting professional with a strong understanding of bookkeeping, financial accounting, VAT, bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, financial reporting and management accounting principles gained through my AAT studies. I am eager to begin my career in accounting as a Finance Assistant and apply my knowledge in a practical workplace environment. I am organised, reliable and committed to producing accurate work, and have excellent attention to detail while meeting deadlines. I am keen to continue developing my skills and contribute positively to the team, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team and work towards further professional qualifications and further my career progression through professional development within the accounting profession, and to make a positive contribution to a successful organisation.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Overview
1
1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work history
Nursery Assistant
Westminster nursery Crewe
Crewe
2018.03 - 2018.07
- Facilitate toddler room routines and support pre-school preparation daily.
- Lead reading setup, room activities, and snack and story time.
- Maintain hygiene by changing nappies and supporting toilet training, including hand washing.
Volunteer support worker
Homestart
Crewe
2016.09 - 2018.03
- Provided regular support to families in their own home, including those with; post-natal illness, loneliness, isolation, health issues, single parenthood, financial issues, behaviour issues, safeguarding issues or just exhaustion from having to cope with several young children.
- Utilised effective communication techniques to understand user's feelings or concerns better.
- Delivered person-centred care to meet individual needs and preferences.
- Provided emotional support to service users, fostering a safe environment.
- Identified needs of service users through careful observation and interaction.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence amongst service users.
Carer for a disabled child and home educator
Home Carer
2013.01 - Current
- Carer for a disabled child and home educator 2013 – present
- Assisted with mobility to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
- Encouraged social interaction for improved mental health.
- Coordinated appointments with healthcare professionals for routine check-ups and treatments.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, protecting patient well-being.
- Provided personal grooming assistance such as bathing or dressing up for enhanced self-esteem.
- Administered medication, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
- Demonstrated empathy towards the emotional, providing necessary reassurance during difficult times.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing healthy meals..
- Maintained hygienic living environments through regular cleaning.
- Aided bedtime routines, washing and dressing.
- Safely transported and accompanied to appointments and activities.
- Collaborated with external support providers.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Read aloud and listen to child and supported education, offering mental stimulation and social companionship.
- Cultivated a love for learning by presenting subjects in exciting ways which captured their interest level, anf fostering education to their interests and adapted to their ability at all times to ensure continued progress.
Volunteer Assistant
myCWA
2015.02 - 2020.02
- Volunteer assistant, volunteer of the year 2020 February 2015 – February 2020: admin reception duties, taking telephone calls, emails, liaise with professionals including social care, police and service users, record and distribute mail, set up meeting rooms and clean, welcome service users and provide tea coffee and toast, transport service users to appointments in the community, photocopying, printing, filing, group therapy support.
- Offered emotional support during therapy sessions; fostered hope and resilience among service users.
- Helped in maintaining cleanliness of communal areas, ensuring a pleasant environment for all users.
- Used exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to effectively liaise with colleagues, management and service users.
- Prepared hot drinks and snacks for service users, offering a warm, welcoming environment for their duration of stay.
- Actively participated in distributing resources to vulnerable community members.
- Provided logistical support during community festivals to maintain smooth operations.
- Showed sensitivity, confidentiality and respect towards clients' needs, providing safe environment for clients accessing services.
- Adapted to changing circumstances and maintained positive attitude in challenging situations.
- Adhered to charity organisation policies and procedures.
- Communicated and collaborated with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Exceeded expectations consistently and made significant contribution to charity's mission.
- Cleaned up spaces after events, collecting rubbish, storing furniture and sanitising surfaces.
Nursery assistant
The Nursery
Crewe
2013.03 - 2013.08
- Provided nursery care as a nursery assistant, feeding, changing, educating, stimulating, cleaning, tidying, planning and report writing, observing and report writing on babies, toddlers and pre-school children 0-5 years of age
- Enhanced children's social skills through organising group activities.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts activities, fostering creativity and motor skills development.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents for better understanding of child's needs.
- Promoted a safe and stimulating environment by managing nursery resources effectively.
- Encouraged good hygiene practices among children promoting a healthy routine.
- Provided care for children, ensuring their well-being at all times.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety within the nursery setting, contributing to a healthier environment for children.
- Facilitated outdoor activities, promoting physical health among youngsters.
- Collaborated with other nursery staffs to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
Forest Park School
2006.09 - 2011.10
- Early Care and After School Supervisor: provision of support in the planning and preparation of the out of school activity programme; setting up play and learning activities that included the six areas of the EYFS National Curriculum; supervision and taking responsibility for children in my care.
- Swimming Escort: transportation of pupils to and from the swimming pool; responsibility for health and safety matters and well-being; ensuring that appropriate standards of behaviour and conduct were maintained.
- Lunchtime Assistant: supervision and assistance during infant and junior mealtimes; supervision of pupils
- Kindergarten Assistant and PPA cover for teaching staff.
Hygiene operative
Trafford centre
Manchester
2005.08 - 2007.01
- Customer service
- Hygiene facilitation operative
- Adhered strictly to company's cleaning guidelines, ensuring consistent quality of service.
- Performed daily waste disposal tasks, contributing to a cleaner environment.
- Raised public health standards using comprehensive sanitation practices on site.
- Focused on individual responsibilities whilst also supporting team members when necessary, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Maintained cleanliness standards by regularly sanitising work areas.
- Completed deep-cleaning tasks during off-peak hours to minimise disruption in services.
Customer sales assistant
Asda Walmart Ltd
Manchester
2004.06 - 2005.08
- Music and video department: cash handling, cashing up, cleaning, filing music games and DVD’s, stock taking, customer service and cleaning.
- Performed accurate inventory checks for continual stock availability.
- Maintained shop floor cleanliness for an inviting shopping environment.
- Oriented new staff members, fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
- Enhanced customer engagement by offering product knowledge and advice.
- Resolved queries swiftly, contributing to positive customer experience.
- Assisted customers to make informed purchasing decisions.
1996.01 - 2004.01
- Various part time jobs as a student, including but not exhaustive: waitressing, bar work, café work, temping work, catering cafes etc 1996-2004
Education
Certification
- AAT level 1 book keeping April 2025
- AAT level 2 accounting diploma July 2025
- Safeguarding in the workplace level 1 March 2026
- AAT level 3 accounts diploma July 2026
Interests/Hobbies
Walking, hiking, swimming, cookery, baking, gardening, knitting, crochet, reading, music.
Timeline
Nursery Assistant
Westminster nursery Crewe
2018.03 - 2018.07
Volunteer support worker
Homestart
2016.09 - 2018.03
Volunteer Assistant
myCWA
2015.02 - 2020.02
Nursery assistant
The Nursery
2013.03 - 2013.08
Carer for a disabled child and home educator
Home Carer
2013.01 - Current
Forest Park School
2006.09 - 2011.10
Hygiene operative
Trafford centre
2005.08 - 2007.01
Customer sales assistant
Asda Walmart Ltd
2004.06 - 2005.08
1996.01 - 2004.01