Beatrice Elena Sandu
Harlow ,Essex
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Organised and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilising interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Optimistic Trainer accomplished in developing and delivering engaging training programmes. Works with diverse learners to support comprehension and skill development. Provides helpful feedback to improve performance and meet learning objectives.
Enthusiastic Junior Teacher with knack for creating engaging lesson plans that inspire students to learn actively. Successfully helped students improve their listening and writing , as well as ICT skills using PowerPoint and World and Harvard academic referencing through innovative classroom activities and one-on-one support. Known for fostering positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Human Resources Assistant, Trainer Heath & Safety
Greenside Landscapes
Elsenham, Essex
01.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, including sick leave, vacation, and overtime.
- Analysed attendance patterns to identify trends or issues, such as frequent absenteeism.
- Managed the inventory of materials and supplies, ensuring that stock levels were maintained and accurately recorded.
- Collaborated with various departments to determine material needs and ensured timely ordering and delivery.
- Organised health and safety training sessions for employees, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Developed trainings sessions focused on risk assessment and method statements.
- Scheduled and tracked attendance for training sessions, maintaining records of completion.
- Assisted in the development and communication of health and safety policies and procedures.
- Ensured that all employees were aware of safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture by addressing employee inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with the safety officer to audit workplace safety practices and compliance.
Hairdresser
Self Employer
Harlow, Essex
05.2017 - 05.2025
- Promoted and sold additional services and products, increasing salon revenue.
- Assessed customer hair texture, treatment history and desired outcome to identify appropriate services.
- Maintained clean and safe salon environments, ensuring consistent compliance with COSSH regulations.
- Maintained knowledge of latest hair trends to deliver fresh styles aligned with clients needs and preferences.
- Trimmed, cut and shaped hair based on exact customer preferences.
- Applied specialised techniques to create full style makeovers, from natural to theatrical.
- Built successful, long-standing client relationships, increasing repeat and referral business.
- Recommended hair styles to compliment clients' facial features and complexion.
- Coloured hair using permanent, semi-permanent and natural dyes to suit client needs.
Director
Green Spaces Landscapes LTD
Harlow, Essex
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory standards relevant to the company.
- Participated in formal board meetings, contributing to discussions as needed.
- Reviewed and provided feedback on strategic documents or proposals when requested.
- Helped identify potential risks to the business, even if not involved in the implementation of risk management strategies.
- Offered insights based on previous experiences.
- Participated in discussions about leadership development and future succession planning.
- Upheld the company's core values, influencing the culture even from a distance.
- Provided moral support to the team, fostering a positive working environment.
Hairdressing School Administrator
Sc. Colorimeters SRL
Botosani
06.2012 - 07.2014
- Managed daily salon operations to ensure a smooth, efficient workflow.
- Implemented policies and procedures that maintained high standards of service and client satisfaction.
- Recruited, trained, and mentored salon staff.
- Organised team-building activities to strengthen relationships and morale.
- Designed and created comprehensive hairdressing formation courses that covered essential techniques, trends, and best practices.
- Ensured training materials were current and aligned with industry standards and innovations.
- Conducted engaging workshops and hands-on training sessions for both new and experienced hairdressers. Proven management experience in a salon or beauty-related environment.
- Promoted salon services and products to enhance client loyalty and satisfaction.
- Stayed updated on industry trends, techniques, and products to ensure the highest quality training and services.
- Attended workshops, seminars, and trade shows for personal and professional development.
- Proved management experience in a salon or beauty-related environment.
Director/ Administrator
Studio Bet & Mary Shop SRL
Botosani, Romania
03.2008 - 05.2012
- Oversees salon operations, ensuring a smooth workflow and high standards of service.
- Recruited, trained and mentored hairdressing staff, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.
- Developed and maintained strong relationship with customers, ensuring satisfaction with services.
- Conducted consultations to understand customer needs and provide personalised hair care solutions.
- Provided strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
- Passionated for beauty industry and committed to continuous learning.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Women’s Hairdressing
The College of Haringey
London 10/2016 - 08/2017
NVQ Level 3 - Women’s Hairdressing
Waltham Forest College
London 10/2017 - 07/2018
Higher National Diploma - Business Management
East Sussex College
London 09/2020 - 07/2022
Diploma in Education and Training Level 5 - Education
London School of Management Education
London 01/2024 - 01/2025
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Staffordshire University
Stoke-on-Trent 09/2022 - 06/2023
Master of Education - Education
London School Of Management Education
Cambrian House 01/2025 - 01/2026
Skills
Hard Skills
- Business development
- Recruiting and hiring
- Daily operations
- Business planning
- Staff development
- Business analysis
- Business administration
- Integrative negotiation
- Strategies and goals
- Relationship building
- Maintaining safe environment
- Lesson planning
- Training and Development
- Adult education
- Creative learning strategies
- Instructional best practices
- Classroom planning
Soft skills
- Team player
- Positive and encouraging
- Patience & Self-Control
- Embody adaptability and resilience
- Communication and Creativity
- Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership
Certification
Tenancy Functional Skills English Level 2 Combined- Fareham, South Hampshire College Group 2025
SET and EFT registrations
Completed CPD Trainings
- Towards greener lessons- sustainability in teaching and learning with Mafalda Giudice and Vioroca Lucuta, CPD Provider : Society of Education and Training, 14/02/2024
- Ensuring validity, reliability and fairness in “competence’ based assessment, with Cambridge Assessment Network. CPD Provider : Society of Education and Training,08/03/2024.
- Taking a Closer Look at the Further Educational and Skills Sector with Martine Ellis FSET, Dr Barbara Van der Eecken MSET. CPD Provider : Society of Education and Training,19/04/2024.
- Safeguarding in Further Education and Training, CPD Provider : Society of Education and Training, 14/06/2024
- How to integrate wellbeing activities and mindfulness into teaching employability and digital skills to adult learners, CPD Provider : Society of Education and Training, 14/06/2024
- A new teacher's guide to working successfully with learners with neurodiverse needs, 21/06/2024
- Making progress in your Further Education and Skills career, 05/07/2024
- How to thrive as a neurodivergent educator in Further Education, 12/07/2024
- Managing the diverse classroom, 11/09/2024
- Adopting an engaged approach to education research, 18/09/2024
- The self-assessment and quality improvement process (CORE-8), 24/09/2024
- Advancing Equality in Further Education, 26/10/2024
- Supporting improvements in teaching, learning and assessment 28/10/2024
- Developing with AI: GenAI solutions for professional learning, 29/10/2024
- From sustainability to virtual reality: Impact of Technical Teaching Fellowships so far, 07/11/2024
- Inclusive Education: Exploring SEND Practice and Strategies, 17/11/2024
- Prevent for Further Education (FE) and Training 18/11/2024
- Apprenticeship Leadership: Effective Use of Resources, 25/11/2024
- Knowing me, knowing yo: mutual, mindful; mentorship, 26/11/2024
- Introducing Cambridge English Qualifications Digital for young learners, 21/01/2025
- The best way to help learners succeed: an introduction to integrated learning and assessment, 28/01/2025
- Techniques for getting the most from every moment of learning with primary learners, 13/02/2025
- Techniques for getting the most from every moment of learning with secondary and adult learners, 27/02/2025
- UNICEF UK and the rights of the Child Webinar; Coram SCARF, 10/03/2025
- Self-Harm Webinar: Chartered College of Teaching and Coram SCARF 1/04/25
- Bullying and Loneliness Webinar-Pedagogy in practice by Dr Verity Jones and Sharon Mangoma, ACAMH and Coram SCARF, 1/05/25
- QTLS Webinar, SET, 13/06/25
- ATS Webinar, SET, 15/09/25
- Unlocking Potential with AI: How we Empowered our Educators and Learners, SET, 27/10/25
- Digital Exam Preparation Made Simple Webinar, Cambridge, 31/10/25
- Using Generative AI to develop writing skills for secondary learners Webinar, Cambridge, 4/12/25
- Empowering self-study with Generative AI: smarter study skills for today's learners webinar, Cambridge, 11/12/25
- Conflict Management Course, CPD Online College, 7/01/26
Timeline
Director
Green Spaces Landscapes LTD
09.2022 - 06.2024
Human Resources Assistant, Trainer Heath & Safety
Greenside Landscapes
01.2019 - Current
Hairdresser
Self Employer
05.2017 - 05.2025
Hairdressing School Administrator
Sc. Colorimeters SRL
06.2012 - 07.2014
Director/ Administrator
Studio Bet & Mary Shop SRL
03.2008 - 05.2012
NVQ Level 2 - Women’s Hairdressing
The College of Haringey
10/2016 - 08/2017
NVQ Level 3 - Women’s Hairdressing
Waltham Forest College
10/2017 - 07/2018
Higher National Diploma - Business Management
East Sussex College
09/2020 - 07/2022
Diploma in Education and Training Level 5 - Education
London School of Management Education
01/2024 - 01/2025
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Staffordshire University
09/2022 - 06/2023
Master of Education - Education
London School Of Management Education
01/2025 - 01/2026