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NIAMH BEATTIE

SUMMARY

I am a motivated and enthusiastic student with a record of academic success. I am eager to add value to a quality-focused team while continuing my studies of International Business (BA Hons) degree at the University of Strathclyde and Brock University. I am adept at making critical decisions, managing deadlines, and being a collaborative team member. My wide array of activities and achievements have developed my interpersonal and communication skills to an impressive extent.

EXPERIENCE

WAITRESS 07/2021 to 09/2021

IV10, Fortrose

Worked 9 to 12-hour shifts 6 days a week in a busy, fine dining environment, demonstrating my time management skills and reliability.

Duties included setting up and closing the restaurant, welcoming customers, and taking responsibility for certain tables, cultivating my strong communication skills. The role advanced my teamwork skills by allowing me to be an energetic member with highly developed multi-tasking skills. Being retained over the Christmas period demonstrates my dedication to delivering first-class customer service.

Assisted customers with the menu, took food and drink orders, and served tables. Upheld a high standard of cleanliness in all work areas.

Undertook alcohol licensing training and demonstrated this knowledge by refusing service to intoxicated customers and adhering to the “Challenge 25” alcohol service strategy.

RESPITE CAREGIVER 09/2018 to 01/2021

Rachael Grist, Inverness

Looked after a 13-year-old girl who suffers from severe EB (Epidermolysis Bullosa).

Responsibilities included administering medication and nutrients through a stomach tube, as well as fixing and replacing medical bandages. Other responsibilities required of me included organising, participating in recreational activities and play, preparing food and refreshments, and providing any additional help needed for her family, greatly developing, and testing my organisational capabilities.

Furthermore, as a result, I have become more reliable, caring and patient. It has improved my ability to be quick on my feet and remain calm in stressful situations, as well as improving the way I adapt to difficult situations.

Underwent special safety training for this role, demonstrating my dedicated work ethic.

SKILLS

- Customer Relations

- Confident Communicator

- Public Speaking

- Networking

- Teamwork

- Time Management

- Leadership

- MATLAB

- Microsoft Office

EDUCATION

The University of Strathclyde/Brock University, International Business (BA Hons) 2020 - current

Previously and currently studying key subjects; Finance and Accounting (74%), French (84%), Marketing (73%), and Hospitality and Tourism (67%). These have helped me develop and gain practical and analytical skills, including Excel, Ms Office, MATLAB, and problem solving.

I am also currently studying the Management Development Programme, which is exclusive to Strathclyde’s Business School. It has helped me mature into a well-rounded individual with experience in how to deal with real-world problems, as well as developing my teamwork and leadership skills.

Activities: Current member of Strathclyde Unions ‘Hear to Listen’ service offering students wellbeing support.

Fortrose Academy, 2014 – 2020

1 A grade Advanced Higher; 6 A grade Highers; 2 B grade Highers; 6 A grade National 5’s

Activities and Societies: Assisted in 5 different classes as Prefect; Participated in ‘Meals on Wheels’ Christmas Events; Scribe to a 16-year-old girl with cerebral palsy; 6 years as WA/C in academy netball team, Served as Young Enterprise Deputy Manager in final year, Mental health representative in final year, Choir, Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award.

POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY

National Youth Choir of Scotland Jan 2007 – May 2015

Learnt music literacy to a high level

Involvement with this organisation provided many opportunities, including singing in the Caird Hall, Dundee with conductor Christopher Bell.

This enhanced my discipline, concentration and focus as well as my ability to work well in a team

Highlands of Scotland District Netball U17s Squad Sep 2014 – 2019

Previously a member of U15 Squad for one year.

Member of U17s squad for two years, allowing me to develop a variety of skills, especially teamwork and self-motivation. Competitions most weekends challenged my time management skills, as I had to focus on studies alongside.

I gained a number of transferrable skills welcomed in the workplace, including my commitment, goal-orientated mindset, and discipline.

CERTIFICATIONS

Mental Health First Aid Certificate: Young People. Issued Mar 2020 by Scottish Mental Health First Aid.

Protection of Vulnerable People (PVG) Certificate. Issued Nov 2018 by Disclosure Scotland.

Distinction in Grades 3-6 Piano. Issued Jun 2016 by ABRSM (Currently on Grade 7).

Distinction in Grades 3-8 Drama. Issued Jun 2014-2020 by London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts.

Distinction in Young Enterprise Scotland Examination. Issued Jun 2020 by the University of Strathclyde.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Assistant Netball Coach to 12–14-year-old girls 2019

The role required me to devise fun yet practical activities and drills with a focus on developing netball techniques.

This taught me patience and let me express my enthusiastic and creative side.

Strathclyde University Union’s ‘Hear to Listen’ 2021 - current

This role requires me to speak and listen to students struggling with their mental health and wellbeing.

This has enhanced my communication and listening skills whilst increasing my capacity for compassion.

References available upon request.

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