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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
03.2022 - 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
09.2020 - 01.2022
  • 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
03.2020 - 07.2020
  • 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
01.2011 - 03.2020

Waitress

Pizza Hut
Leeds
01.2005 - 09.2010
  • 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
08.2002 - 01.2005

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
09.1998 - 08.2003

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
03.2022 - Current

Care assistant

Barchester Healthcare
09.2020 - 01.2022

Nursery Assisant

Cliffe House Day Nursery
03.2020 - 07.2020

Stay at Home Parent

n/a
01.2011 - 03.2020

Waitress

Pizza Hut
01.2005 - 09.2010

Technical Assistant

City Varieties Music Hall
08.2002 - 01.2005

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

Wortley High School
09.1998 - 08.2003
Victoria Holdsworth