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@jburrows
Extensive experience in customer service, sales, policing and victim support.
What I'm looking for
My background in psychology and customer service, coupled with experience in policing and victim support, has given me strong interpersonal, analytical, and conflict resolution skills. Currently seeking a Customer Service or Sales role to leverage my expertise in customer service and operational problem-solving within a fast-paced, remote environment.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
English Teacher
Self-Employed
Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Teaching English to a diverse range of students, both online and in-person. Creating tailored lesson plans and assessing student progress while managing client relations independently.
Initial Response Officer
Victim Support
Mar 2023 - Sep 2023 (6 months)
Provided frontline support for victims of crime, conducting risk assessments and managing documentation while ensuring compliance with data security regulations.
Ward Manager
Police (Heddlu Gwent)
Aug 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 3 months)
Managed a caseload of police investigations, coordinating responses to incidents and conducting interviews to gather intelligence for case resolution.
Concierge
Eclipse Student Accommodation
Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 (6 months)
Provided front desk support, managing inquiries and assisting with student well-being concerns, particularly for international students.
English Teacher
International House
Jan 2019 - Jun 2019 (5 months)
Designed and delivered engaging English lessons to students aged 8-18, assessing progress and providing performance reports to parents.
Sales Associate
Carpetright
Sep 2013 - Feb 2014 (5 months)
Promoted to Bracknell store after demonstrating strong sales performance, awarded for exceptional customer service and managing warehouse deliveries.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Huddersfield
Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Policing Practise, Policing
2021 - 2022
Cardiff University
BSc. Honours Degree, Human and Social Sciences
2015 - 2018
Grade: 2:1
Activities and societies: Awarded Cardiff Award
Studied human behaviour, statistics, and psychology, which are highly applicable to client support roles.
Reading College
Access to Higher Education, Psychology
2014 - 2015
The Henley College
Business Level 3 National Diploma
2011 - 2012
St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School
2007 - 2010
St George’s School, Windsor Castle
2003 - 2007
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