Zara Bailey
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Enthusiastic and motivated professional with overseas experience in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail, clear communication skills and a positive, collaborative approach to teamwork. Experience working with diverse, international teams and adapting quickly to new environments. Recently relocated from Australia to London with a valid right to work in the UK and seeking new employment opportunities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Front of House / Receptionist
Core a body by Lara
London
2026.02 - Current
- Delivered a welcoming front-of-house experience by greeting members, managing client check-ins and handling bookings using bsport.
- Processed payments and retail transactions via POS/till systems while promoting studio products and membership sales, contributing to revenue growth and client retention.
- Maintained high studio standards by monitoring inventory, restocking supplies and ensuring all reception and studio spaces were clean, organised and client-ready.
- Built strong relationships with members and answering enquiries, providing product and class information.
Retail assistant
Armadale Angling
High St Armadale, Melbourne, Australia
2025.08 - 2026.01
- Specialised in clothing department.
- Customer service, merchandising, stock and inventory, cashier work-processing transactions and handling cash, store clean & up keep.
Professional Ballet Dancer
The Alberta Ballet Company
Alberta, Canada
2023.08 - 2024.07
- Full time work: worked and performed with professional ballet company.
- Worked efficiently as part of a large, fast-moving team, coordinating closely with colleagues to deliver consistent, high-quality performances
- Performed accurately under pressure in high demand, time sensitive environments.
- Demonstrated strong memory and attention to detail by learning and executing complex choreography and instructions quickly.
- Maintained focus, professionalism and positive attitude during long physical hours and demanding schedules.
- Adapted quickly to changes, last-minute adjustments and fast-paced working conditions.
- Followed detailed instructions while also working independently and taking initiative when required.
- Developed strong time-management skills, punctuality and reliability through strict rehearsal and performance schedules.
- Presented a professional appearance and demeanour at all times in public-facing settings.
Professional Ballet Dancer (short term contract)
The Hamburg Ballet Company
Hamburg, Germany
2021.11 - 2022.01
- Adapted quickly to a new workplace and team during a short-term contract
- Worked effectively under time pressure.
Ballet Coaching
Freelance
Melbourne , Australia
2022.08 - Current
- Coaching, support and choreographing routines for junior dancers.
- Worked patiently with younger children in a supportive environment.
- Communicated instructions clearly and age-appropriately to ensure understanding and engagement.
- Planned and structured sessions to achieve goals within set timeframes.
- Demonstrated patience, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills.
Baby Sitting
Casual Work
Melbourne, Australia
2019.01 - Current
- Communicating and interacting with young children, playing games, reading books, maintaining a safe and clean environment, preparing healthy snacks and meals, assisting children with homework assignments and projects.
Waitress
Cafe Mentone
Melbourne, Australia
2023.01 - 2023.03
- Greeting and taking customer orders, using the till and handling cash, clearing and setting tables, dishes, preparing beverages including barista coffee, working efficiently in a fast paced, team environment.
- Worked flexible hours, weekends and public holidays.
Education
VCE certificate - Education
The Victorian College of The Arts Secondary School
2015.01 - 2020.01
The Hamburg Ballet School, John Neumeier
Hamburg, Germany 2020.08 - 2022.07
Mentone Primary School
Skills
- Punctual, reliable, and professional
- Experienced in working demanding and intensive schedules
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Clear and confident verbal communication skills
- Ability to work calmly under pressure in fast-paced environments
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Hardworking, self-motivated, and proactive
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and positive attitude
- Good understanding of nutrition and physical wellbeing
- Excellent at following instructions accurately
- Open to feedback and able to take constructive criticism positively
- Experience working with children of various ages
- Worked effectively within multicultural, international teams
- Confident working independently and taking responsibility
Certification
Accredited Nationally Recognised Barista Certification
-CBD College Melbourne, Australia
Nationally recognised Statement of Attainment bearing the units of competency SITHFAB005 Prepare and serve espresso coffee and SITXFSA001 Use hygienic practices for food safety (issued by CBD College)
Accomplishments
- Scholarship at The Hamburg Ballet School
- Contracted to Alberta Ballet Canada.
- Accepted into Victorian College of The Arts Secondary School - graduated 2020
- VCASS senior most Improved award 2018 and 2019
- Mentone Primary School House Captain (2013 and 2014)
INTERESTS
Dance, Health and Fitness - Yoga & Pilates, Nutrition, Baking & Cooking. Fashion & Styling, Music & Travel.
AVAILABILITY
- MONDAY - FRIDAY
- All day - Weekends and holidays
REFERENCE'S AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Front of House / Receptionist
Core a body by Lara
2026.02 - Current
Retail assistant
Armadale Angling
2025.08 - 2026.01
Professional Ballet Dancer
The Alberta Ballet Company
2023.08 - 2024.07
Waitress
Cafe Mentone
2023.01 - 2023.03
Ballet Coaching
Freelance
2022.08 - Current
Professional Ballet Dancer (short term contract)
The Hamburg Ballet Company
2021.11 - 2022.01
The Hamburg Ballet School, John Neumeier
2020.08 - 2022.07
Baby Sitting
Casual Work
2019.01 - Current
The Victorian College of The Arts Secondary School
2015.01 - 2020.01
VCE certificate - Education
Mentone Primary School