Rachel Grimshaw
Nottingham ,Nottinghamshire
Summary
I am a reliable and friendly individual who values the importance of access to learning and reading for everybody. I have excellent communication and organisational skills and am eager to utilise them within an area I am passionate about.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Library assistant
Reading Borough Council
Reading, Berkshire
2023.11 - 2025.08
- Created displays in the children's library, representing popular themes or world celebrations.
- Restocked shelves timely, ensuring availability of all titles at all times.
- Liaised with librarians to improve library services regularly.
- Catalogued new books in the system to facilitate easy access.
- Answered queries from users efficiently, providing useful information.
- Assisted with library events and workshops, fostering community engagement and learning.
Senior host
Thorpe Park Resort
Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey
2021.03 - 2022.08
- Adapted quickly to changing work schedules, maintaining productivity during peak hours.
- Assisted guests with special dietary requests, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Trained new employees to ensure consistent quality of service.
- Managed conflict resolution to maintain a positive atmosphere.
- Created a welcoming environment with friendly interactions and prompt service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University of Reading
Reading 2022.09 - 2025.07
Skills
- Literacy promotion
- Book recommendations
- Effective multitasking
- Organisational awareness
- Public speaking confidence
- Customer Service
- Community engagement
- Written and oral communication
- Administration
Placement 1 PGCE English.
I have completed Placement 1 of a PGCE English course with the University of Nottingham from September 2025 to March 2026.
Achievements.
I was a course representative for English Language and Applied Linguistics for the University of Reading and a course and social representative for the University of Nottingham PGCE English course.
I have first class grades in my linguistics dissertation and modules such as language in media and language in professional communication.
Timeline
Library assistant
Reading Borough Council
2023.11 - 2025.08
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University of Reading
2022.09 - 2025.07
Senior host
Thorpe Park Resort
2021.03 - 2022.08