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Rhea Marie Zaphiriou-Zarifi

Summary

Hardworking, reliable, and committed to making a positive impact, with a strong desire to support young children's growth in a nursery setting. Completed a foundation year in Sociology, providing valuable insight into social development and human behaviour. Recently graduated with a degree in Politics and International Relations from the University of Reading, bringing well-developed communication, organisation, and teamwork skills. Voluntary experience in schools and charitable organisations has strengthened the ability to work patiently and effectively in supportive environments. Keen to apply transferable skills and a strong work ethic to a role in early years education while continuing to learn and grow within the field.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Work Experience

Humanitarian Charity NGO - Highbury, London
08.2023 - 08.2023

Provided administrative support, including meeting notes and managing email communications


Responded to public enquiries about campaigns and engagement opportunities


Assisted with coordinating donation schemes and liaised with stakeholders


Strengthened teamwork, organisation, and communication skills in a busy environment


Work Experience

Humanitarian Charity NGO - Islington, London
06.2018 - 06.2018

Supported campaign strategy by identifying key contacts and maintaining outreach records


Worked with various teams and gained insight into internal operations


Developed attention to detail and task management skills

School Volunteer

St Nicholas Montessori school
London
06.2016 - 06.2016

Attended to the children, demonstrating respect and friendliness and willingness to provide support to each child. My position was helping each child with their homework in the after school homework club.


Attended to admin for the attendance of each child each day.


Provided help in a creative way using imagination and thinking outside the box. Such as, picturing and breaking down the problem solving for maths or sounding out words for english language.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Politics and International Relations

University of Reading
Reading
09.2021 - 07.2024

Foundation Degree in Arts - Sociology

University of Westminster
London
09.2020 - 06.2021

GCSEs - Maths, English Literature (New), English (CIE), French

More House school
London
04.2001 -

A-Levels - French, Sociology, Politics

Mander Portman Woodard College
London

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills


Excellent time management and communication skills


Organised and patient individual


Confident supporting young children's learning through play and structured activities

Accomplishments

Accomplishments at University of Reading to present my project on "Berkshire Radio" which was globally transmitted.


Sports Deputy House Captain, Clarinet Grade 1, AMBRSM singing grades 1 and 2

Timeline

Work Experience

Humanitarian Charity NGO - Highbury, London
08.2023 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Politics and International Relations

University of Reading
09.2021 - 07.2024

Foundation Degree in Arts - Sociology

University of Westminster
09.2020 - 06.2021

Work Experience

Humanitarian Charity NGO - Islington, London
06.2018 - 06.2018

School Volunteer

St Nicholas Montessori school
06.2016 - 06.2016

GCSEs - Maths, English Literature (New), English (CIE), French

More House school
04.2001 -

A-Levels - French, Sociology, Politics

Mander Portman Woodard College
Rhea Marie Zaphiriou-Zarifi