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Legal/Criminal Justice Assistant (Volunteer Placement) Arden University — Manchester | Feb 2022–Jul 2025
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Roxana Simion

Leigh,Lancashire

Summary

Compassionate, proactive, and highly organised, I bring over 15 years of experience in customer-focused, administrative, and community-oriented roles. With a strong foundation in safeguarding, person-centred planning, and emotional intelligence, I am committed to supporting vulnerable adults to live fulfilling lives in their communities. My academic background in Criminology and Psychology, combined with practical experience in legal support, recruitment, and hospitality, equips me to assess needs, manage risk, and build trusting relationships. I am passionate about promoting independence, dignity, and inclusion, and I am ready to contribute to Manchester’s Shared Lives programme with professionalism and empathy.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work history

Head of Reception

The Mere Resort Golf and Spa
Knutsford, Cheshire East
10.2020 - 11.2023

Led reception operations in a high-pressure environment, coordinating across departments to ensure seamless service delivery. Maintained accurate records, scheduled appointments, and trained staff—skills directly applicable to managing caseloads and supporting carers. Demonstrated resilience and sound judgment in emotionally sensitive situations, applying safeguarding principles and promoting dignity in every interaction. Adapted to changing priorities and worked flexibly to meet operational demands, including out-of-hours support.



Recruitment consultant

Taskmaster Recruitment Agency
Wigan
10.2019 - 09.2020

Assessed candidate suitability, organised interviews, and maintained CRM records. Built strong relationships with clients and candidates, fostering trust and clear communication to ensure successful placements. Developed person-centred matching strategies and contributed to quality assurance by tracking placement outcomes. Collaborated with external partners to improve service delivery and promote inclusive recruitment practices.

Restaurant and B&B Manager

Da Franco srl
Salina, Italy
04.2007 - 09.2019

Oversaw daily operations, staff management, and financial records in a multilingual hospitality setting. Fostered inclusive service across cultures and languages, promoting independence and wellbeing in a community environment. Demonstrated strong multitasking and problem-solving capabilities, supporting my ability to manage varied caseloads and coordinate with external agencies. Maintained high standards of care and compliance with health and safety regulations.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Criminology and Psychology

Arden University Manchester
Manchester
05.2022 -

Skills

  • Assessment & Risk Management- As Legal/Criminal Justice Assistant and Head of Reception
    Conducted informal assessments and supported decision-making in emotionally sensitive situations, applying sound judgment to manage risk and ensure safety
  • Communication & Relationship Building- Across all roles, especially Recruitment Consultant and Manager
    Built strong relationships with clients and candidates, fostering trust and clear communication to ensure successful placements and long-term engagement
  • Safeguarding & Confidentiality- In the Legal Assistant role and academic studies
    Managed confidential records in line with safeguarding protocols and GDPR, ensuring ethical handling of sensitive information
  • Person-Centred Planning- As Reception and Manager
    Tailored services to individual needs, promoting autonomy and wellbeing through personalised support and inclusive service delivery
  • Commitment to Professional Development- In my Education and Certifications section
    Currently pursuing a degree in Criminology and Psychology, with additional training in safeguarding, diversity, and disability awareness to enhance service delivery
  • Multilingual communication
  • Adaptability
  • Safeguarding principles
  • Problem solving
  • Team supervision
  • Emotional resilience
  • Conflict resolution

Languages

English
Fluent
Italian
Fluent
Romanian
Native

Legal/Criminal Justice Assistant (Volunteer Placement) Arden University — Manchester | Feb 2022–Jul 2025

Provided research and administrative support for legal studies, managed confidential records, and collaborated with professionals on safeguarding and justice-related projects. Developed precision in handling sensitive data and a deep understanding of ethical service delivery. Supported informal assessments and contributed to risk management planning, ensuring that individual needs and safety were prioritised. Worked closely with academic and legal teams to coordinate holistic support and uphold confidentiality standards.

Timeline

Diploma of Higher Education - Criminology and Psychology

Arden University Manchester
05.2022 -

Head of Reception

The Mere Resort Golf and Spa
10.2020 - 11.2023

Recruitment consultant

Taskmaster Recruitment Agency
10.2019 - 09.2020

Restaurant and B&B Manager

Da Franco srl
04.2007 - 09.2019
Roxana Simion