Ruby Dickinson
York,North Yorkshire
Summary
I am a motivated and responsible A-Level student studying Government & Politics, English Literature, Philosophy & Ethics with a strong interest in pursuing a career in law. Through my studies, I have developed analytical thinking, critical reasoning and strong communication skills. Alongside my studies, I work part time in a bakery as a Retail Assistant, in which I demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and excellent customer service skills. I am hardworking, adaptable, and eager to gain further experience that will support my future legal career.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Retail Assistant
Thomas the Baker
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire
2024.07 - Current
Customer Experience
- Greeting customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
- Handled cash register operations efficiently, minimising queue lengths at checkouts.
- Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.
Teamwork
- Reliable and punctual.
- Supported team members for improved operational efficiency.
- Good communication skills.
- Helping train new team members.
Operational Excellence
- Ambassador for the Thomas the Baker brand.
- Maintaining excellent food safety standards.
- Working to the highest standard of health and safety.
- Ensured visual merchandising standards with regular display updates.
Education
GCSEs - English Language
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - English Literature
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Mathematics (Higher)
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Physics
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Biology
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Chemistry
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Geography
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Religious Studies
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - French
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Art & Design
Boroughbridge High School
Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire 09/2020 - 06/2025
Skills
- Friendly, approachable and confident
- Polite and respectful
- Thrives in a team
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills
- Organised and responsible
- Trustworthy and dependable
- Takes direction well and works hard to meet expectations
Accomplishments
- Finalist in Jack Petchey's “SPEAK OUT” challenge in 2024, demonstrating confident and persuasive public speaking skills.
- Wellbeing Ambassador, promoting positive mental health.
- Student leader for the school council.
- Spearheaded fundraising for Children in Need and broke the record for highest amount raised.
- Selected to represent the school in promotional material.
Affiliations
- Reading
- Spending time with friends and family
- Tennis
- Cinema and film
- Art and museums
- Travel
- Live music and performance
Languages
Italian
Elementary (A2)
French
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Retail Assistant
Thomas the Baker
2024.07 - Current
GCSEs - English Language
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - English Literature
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Mathematics (Higher)
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Physics
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Biology
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Chemistry
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Geography
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Religious Studies
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - French
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025
GCSEs - Art & Design
Boroughbridge High School
09/2020 - 06/2025