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Victoria Holdsworth

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

I am a dedicated professional with strong administrative skills, personal presentation, and high standards. I can demonstrate exceptional event planning and management abilities.

My previous colleagues would say that i am known for my ethical conduct, reliability, punctuality, and proactive working. I am skilled in sensitive listening and compassionate communication.

I have a strong ability and willingness to learn, i am committed to kindness and compassion with zero judgement in all interactions.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Funeral Arranger

Co Op Funeralcare
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2022.03 - Current
  • Conducting funeral arrangement appointments with families to ascertain the needs of the client and any wishes the deceased had for their funeral. Working to establish trust between the funeral home and the families
  • Talking families through all appropriate options offered for their loved ones funeral and preparing a detailed estimate of expenses to support families in their choices
  • Handling all paperwork related to the funeral including death certificates and legal documents for cremation or burial efficiently.
  • Booking and coordinating all funeral arrangements, facilitating contact between clergy or celebrants and families, coordinating with florists and other suppliers
  • Facilitating respectful viewing arrangements for families with appropriate and empathetic support offered. Giving reassurance that their loved ones will be taken care of with kindness and respect.
  • Ensuring that the deceased is respectfully presented for viewings and any issues dealt with swiftly and appropriately to ensure dignity at all times
  • Delivering compassionate aftercare follow-up calls providing emotional support post-service and sign posting any further care the company can provide such as Masonry services

Care assistant

Barchester Healthcare
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2020.09 - 2022.01
  • All aspect of daily care including personal care
  • Aid in mobility exercises which resulted in improved physical strength among elderly residents.
  • Delivered excellent customer service by addressing concerns of patients' families.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between patients and medical staff, fostering understanding and trust.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team for effective patient care delivery.
  • Maintained a calm demeanor during crisis situations thus providing reassurance to both the residents and their families.
  • Monitored vital signs of patients for early detection of health complications.
  • Administered medication to patients, ensuring proper health management.
  • Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.

Nursery Assisant

Cliffe House Day Nursery
Leeds
2020.03 - 2020.07
  • All aspects of daily childcare for children aged 0 to 4 years
  • Enhanced children's social skills through organising group activities.
  • Fostered positive relationships with parents for better understanding of child's needs.
  • Provided timely feedback on each child's progress during parent-teacher meetings improving transparency and trust.
  • Promoted a safe and stimulating environment by managing nursery resources effectively.

Stay at Home Parent

n/a
Leeds
2011.01 - 2020.03

Waitress

Pizza Hut
Leeds
2005.01 - 2010.09
  • Maintained clean and organised premises for customer comfort, cleanliness and efficiency.
  • Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities for timely delivery of orders.
  • Provided recommendations for customers with excellent abilities in up selling products
  • Optimised workflow in busy periods through successful coordination with the kitchen staff.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction through attentive and prompt service.
  • Advanced team efficiency by assisting in training new waitstaff members.
  • Accommodated special event needs, provided customised services for parties.

Technical Assistant

City Varieties Music Hall
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2002.08 - 2005.01

Providing efficient running and staging of lighting and sound for performances

Education

GCSEs - Maths C, English B, Science C, History B, Music B, Drama A, I.T B

Wortley High School
Leeds
1998.09 - 2003.08

Skills

  • Public speaking confidence
  • Event planning and management
  • Ethical conduct
  • Strong administrative skills
  • Care, compassion and patience
  • Grace under pressure
  • Patience, tact, sensitive listening and compassionate communication
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Reliability, punctuality and proactive working
  • Strong ability and willingness to learn
  • Kindness and compassion with zero judgement

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Funeral Arranger

Co Op Funeralcare
2022.03 - Current

Care assistant

Barchester Healthcare
2020.09 - 2022.01

Nursery Assisant

Cliffe House Day Nursery
2020.03 - 2020.07

Stay at Home Parent

n/a
2011.01 - 2020.03

Waitress

Pizza Hut
2005.01 - 2010.09

Technical Assistant

City Varieties Music Hall
2002.08 - 2005.01

GCSEs - Maths C, English B, Science C, History B, Music B, Drama A, I.T B

Wortley High School
1998.09 - 2003.08
Victoria Holdsworth