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Nathalia Harrtstone

External Relations Officer
Derby,DER

Summary

Dynamic and assured professional with an outgoing nature and conscientious approach to work. Thrives on new challenges, adapts swiftly to diverse working environments, and acquires new competencies rapidly. Proficient in information technology, complementing a versatile skill set. Excels in collaborating within a team or driving projects forward independently. Eager to join forces with fellow passionate professionals for opportunities promising professional growth and personal development.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

External Relations Officer

University of Derby
07.2023 - Current

High-profile conferences and events across multiple university campuses required seamless execution and coordination.

Task:
To ensure successful event logistics, enhance visitor experience, and manage site operations efficiently.

Action:

  • Spearheaded logistics for conferences and events, managing setup and takedown.
  • Enhanced visitor experience by implementing efficient check-in procedures and coordinating car parking and security.
  • Directed site management on open days, leading ambassador teams and providing guidance.
  • Participated in pre-event briefings and post-event debriefings to improve strategies and outcomes.
  • Utilized Microsoft 365 tools to streamline planning and communication.

Result:
Ensured smooth event execution, improved visitor satisfaction, and strengthened university brand representation through effective team leadership and process optimization.

Recruiting Assistant

BS Social Care
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • Supported hiring process by scheduling interviews, conducting reference and right to work checks, and completing various paperwork including DBS checks.
  • Communicated with applicants across various stages of hiring process.
  • Routed applicants to company website to apply for vacant positions.

Care Support Worker

BS Social Care
Midlands, UK
04.2021 - 01.2022

Situation:
Children and adults with mental health issues, learning, and physical disabilities required comprehensive support in various settings.

Task:
To provide holistic care, support independence, and ensure safety and well-being.

Action:

  • Provided personal care and facilitated life skills development for clients.
  • Supported Looked After children in residential and foster care.
  • Engaged clients in community and educational activities.
  • Documented progress and maintained case files for continuity of care.
  • Supervised family visitations and reported safeguarding concerns.
  • Collaborated with social services, law enforcement, and healthcare providers.

Result:
Enhanced client independence, ensured safety, and contributed to a multidisciplinary approach to care.

Support Worker

Richmond Fellowship
11.2020 - 03.2021

Support adults with mental health issues, who may also learning, and physical disabilities required comprehensive support, in a mental health crisis receiving long term treatment support.

Task:
To provide holistic care, support independence, and ensure safety and well-being.

Action:

  • Provided clients with support to manage their mental health in the community.
  • Engaged clients in community and educational activities.
  • Documented progress and maintained case files for continuity of care.
  • Collaborated with social services, law enforcement, and healthcare providers.

Result:
Enhanced client independence, ensured safety, and contributed to a multidisciplinary approach to care.

Support Worker

BS Social Care
07.2017 - 11.2020

Situation:
Children and adults with mental health issues, learning, and physical disabilities required comprehensive support in various settings.

Task:
To provide holistic care, support independence, and ensure safety and well-being.

Action:

  • Provided personal care and facilitated life skills development for clients.
  • Supported Looked After children in residential and foster care.
  • Engaged clients in community and educational activities.
  • Documented progress and maintained case files for continuity of care.
  • Supervised family visitations and reported safeguarding concerns.
  • Collaborated with social services, law enforcement, and healthcare providers.

Result:
Enhanced client independence, ensured safety, and contributed to a multidisciplinary approach to care.

Support Worker and NAPPI Trainer

Senad Community Support Service
03.2014 - 06.2017
  • Delivered comprehensive support to children and adults with disabilities in community, residential, and educational settings.
  • Administered personal care and fostered the development of life skills to enhance independence.
  • Facilitated engagement in community activities, enriching the social experiences of clients.
  • Certified NAPPI Trainer, instructing staff in de-escalation strategies and self-defense for a safe environment.
  • Assisted teaching personnel with instructional duties and classroom management during school hours.
  • Vigilantly monitored and reported safeguarding issues to ensure client welfare and compliance with safety protocols.

FCC Environment
06.2013 - 01.2014

Customer Service Advisor

Ambitions Personnel
10.2012 - 02.2013
  • Full Administrative Duties
  • Processing contracts
  • Competent use of Company Database Software
  • Liaising with Customer and depot
  • Invoice and Credit enquiries
  • Booking and Cancellations of waste collections

Flaming Grill, The Lodge
05.2012 - 10.2012
  • Team Player
  • Bar Duties
  • Delivering excellent customer service 'Guest Journey'
  • Food Running
  • Training Team Players
  • Cash Handling
  • Maintaining a safe and clean environment
  • Supervisor duties

Travelling Store Manager

Westcoast Clothing Co
11.2011 - 01.2012
  • Day-to-day running of various branches in the UK
  • Serving customers and cash handling
  • Hiring, training and managing staff
  • Key holding and merchandising

Personal Assistant/ Workshop Coordinator

Baby J Enterprises and Baby People
03.2009 - 04.2010
  • Various administrative tasks; booking tutors, invoicing and banking
  • Booking meetings and minute taking
  • Composing emails and communicating accurately at all levels
  • Working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced business

Stage Manager

Friar Gate Court
05.2008 - 06.2008
  • Assisting with the production of a dance show
  • Organising rehearsals with the cast
  • Organising costumes and props and editing running order

Sales Assistant

JJB Sports
11.2007 - 01.2008
  • Offering excellent customer service
  • Processing deliveries and stock replenishment
  • Cash handling duties

Assistant Nursery Nurse

Asquith Nursery, David Lloyds
02.2006 - 06.2007
  • Looking after the well-being of children between 3 months- 4 years old

Admin Assistant

Optique Solutions
10.2004 - 02.2005
  • Checking candidates had started work in the mornings and checking their availability for work
  • Sourcing candidates for clients
  • Various administrative duties

Administrative Assistant

Valuation Office
01.2004 - 03.2004
  • Various clerical duties and use of Microsoft Office software and CAMAS work
  • Filing, photocopying and data input to a high standard

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Event Management

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
Derby, DER
07.2025

Some College (No Degree) - NCFE Level 3 Award in Education and Training

DERBY COLLEGE
Derby, DER

Some College (No Degree) - City and Guilds Certification in Mental Health Awareness

DERBY COLLEGE
Derby, DER

BTEC Level 2 - Art, Design & Interior Design

WALSALL COLLEGE
Walsall, WLL
06.2008

Level 2 - Performing Arts

DERBY COLLEGE
Derby, DER
07.2002

GCSE - 8x GCSE, 1 AS level and 1 GNVQ

BEMROSE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Derby, DER
07.2001

Skills

  • Operational leadership

  • Experience with database systems

  • Support for individuals with disabilities

  • Mental health support

  • Project leadership

  • Invoice management

  • Stakeholder engagement

  • Customer support

  • Resource scheduling expertise

  • Experienced with Microsoft 365 applications

  • Excel proficiency

  • Operational leadership

Personal Information

Driving License: Full

Timeline

External Relations Officer

University of Derby
07.2023 - Current

Recruiting Assistant

BS Social Care
02.2022 - 04.2022

Care Support Worker

BS Social Care
04.2021 - 01.2022

Support Worker

Richmond Fellowship
11.2020 - 03.2021

Support Worker

BS Social Care
07.2017 - 11.2020

Support Worker and NAPPI Trainer

Senad Community Support Service
03.2014 - 06.2017

FCC Environment
06.2013 - 01.2014

Customer Service Advisor

Ambitions Personnel
10.2012 - 02.2013

Flaming Grill, The Lodge
05.2012 - 10.2012

Travelling Store Manager

Westcoast Clothing Co
11.2011 - 01.2012

Personal Assistant/ Workshop Coordinator

Baby J Enterprises and Baby People
03.2009 - 04.2010

Stage Manager

Friar Gate Court
05.2008 - 06.2008

Sales Assistant

JJB Sports
11.2007 - 01.2008

Assistant Nursery Nurse

Asquith Nursery, David Lloyds
02.2006 - 06.2007

Admin Assistant

Optique Solutions
10.2004 - 02.2005

Administrative Assistant

Valuation Office
01.2004 - 03.2004

Bachelor's Degree - Event Management

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

Some College (No Degree) - NCFE Level 3 Award in Education and Training

DERBY COLLEGE

Some College (No Degree) - City and Guilds Certification in Mental Health Awareness

DERBY COLLEGE

BTEC Level 2 - Art, Design & Interior Design

WALSALL COLLEGE

Level 2 - Performing Arts

DERBY COLLEGE

GCSE - 8x GCSE, 1 AS level and 1 GNVQ

BEMROSE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
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