TOBIN PLARRE
Thames Ditton,Surrey
Summary
Enthusiastic and dedicated team player with effective communication skills and a proven ability to adapt to new challenges. Strong track record in customer-facing roles and passionate about providing an outstanding customer experience. Demonstrates proficiency in IT software, complemented by problem-solving skills. Committed to using skills to foster success in teamwork environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Site and garden maintenance, accommodation housekeeping
Amana Trust
Hainault, Redbridge
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Voluntary store assistant
Scope Charity
Surbiton, Surrey
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted customers, resulting in a positive shopping experience.
- Maintained store cleanliness, promoting an inviting shopping atmosphere.
- Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
Student Council representative and Student Governor elect
Kingston College
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Promoted inclusivity within the college community through programs designed to embrace diversity.
- Developed strong relationships with council members to enhance student advocacy.
- Attended regular meetings to provide a student voice on important topics to improve student welfare.
Student Ambassador
Kingston College
Kingston upon Thames, Surrey
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Led tours for prospective students and their carers to promote the college and increase registrations.
- Delivered a positive first impression of the college by engaging with visitors and proactively helping with queries.
Work experience
Nice Buns, Thames Ditton Café
Thames Ditton
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Served customers with a smile to provide a welcoming experience.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
Delivering subscription newspapers
JB Cards
Hinchey Wood
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Consistently and reliably delivered subscription newspapers every weekday, with 100% customer satisfaction.
Education
Functional Skills Level 2 - English
Richmond College
Richmond, Richmond upon Thames 02.2025 - 07.2025
Btec Level 2 - Creative Media, Esports
Kingston College
Kingston upon Thames 01.2022 - 01.2024
BTEC Level 1 - Media
Guildford College
Guildford, Surrey 01.2021 - 01.2022
GCSE - Photography, Film Studies, English
Blossom House School
New Malden, Kingston upon Thames 01.2020 - 01.2021
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Reliable
- Flexible and willing to take on new challenges
- Team player
- Knowledge of software - Microsoft office suite, Adobe Premier pro video editing software
- Problem-solving
- Bilingual (English and German)
Accomplishments
Won the John Applin Award for exceptional performance in a theatre production of Nativity! The Musical
Affiliations
- Kung Fu
- Bouldering
- Travel, with a particular passion for Asia
- Music
- Reading
- Fitness training at the gym and trampolining in the garden
Languages
German
Advanced
References
Available on request
Timeline
Site and garden maintenance, accommodation housekeeping
Amana Trust
07.2025 - 07.2025
Functional Skills Level 2 - English
Richmond College
02.2025 - 07.2025
Voluntary store assistant
Scope Charity
02.2025 - 07.2025
Student Council representative and Student Governor elect
Kingston College
01.2022 - 01.2024
Student Ambassador
Kingston College
01.2022 - 01.2024
Btec Level 2 - Creative Media, Esports
Kingston College
01.2022 - 01.2024
BTEC Level 1 - Media
Guildford College
01.2021 - 01.2022
Work experience
Nice Buns, Thames Ditton Café
01.2020 - 01.2020
GCSE - Photography, Film Studies, English
Blossom House School
01.2020 - 01.2021
Delivering subscription newspapers
JB Cards
01.2018 - 01.2019