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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Polly Fewster

Attadale

Summary

Upon completing a Bachelor of Science at the University of Western Australia earlier this year, I worked as an Au Pair for three months in Milan, Italy. Throughout my secondary and tertiary education I have worked extensively in customer service and childcare. I am currently seeking full-time work in Perth when I return from Italy in November.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Au Pair

Private
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Developed bilingual abilities in Italian through immersive conversation and activities.
  • Developed creative activities to encourage physical, social and emotional growth.
  • Transported children safely to school, activities and appointments on time using public transport network.
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.

Café all-rounder

Lawleys Bakery and Cafe WA
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Served customers in a friendly and efficient manner, using excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
  • Operated point-of-sales system and securely handled cash and credit card payments
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.

Nanny

Private
02.2020 - 08.2023
  • Ensured the care of three children aged 3-9 for up to 12 hours a day
  • Co-ordinated children’s complicated extra-curricular activities schedule, including driving and communicating with other parents and/or staff
  • Prepared and served meals with balanced nutrition, adhering to food safety guidelines
  • Performed housekeeping duties and errands, saving parents 10+ hours weekly in chores
  • Provided tutoring and homework assistance, including home schooling during COVID lockdowns
  • Resolved disagreements with patience and established a safe and open environment for communication
  • Provided complete supervision of children while allowing for autonomy
  • Met with parents weekly to discuss plans for the following week and communicate issues regarding the children.

Night fill

Woolworths Cottesloe
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • Replenished long-life and perishable merchandise under strict time pressure
  • Collaborated with team members to fit new merchandise on the sales floor
  • Handled heavy pallet loads of boxes and operated back dock machinery (e.g baler, pallet jack) while adhering to safety procedures
  • Rotated and organized stock to promote sales and ensure damaged/expired products were removed
  • Ensured the store and staff areas were clean for customers and employees the following day.

Checkout Operator

Woolworths WA
12.2014 - 01.2019
  • Served customers in a friendly and efficient manner, using excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
  • Operated point-of-sales system and securely handled cash and credit card payments, including following government regulations for the sale of restricted products
  • Supervised and assisted up to 10 customers at once using self-service machines
  • Implemented merchandise loss prevention strategies (checking customer bags and receipts, reporting suspicious behavior)
  • Participated in team meetings and on-going training to maximize my performance as an employee
  • Wiped, sanitized, and maintained floors, facility, and equipment to adhere with company standards
  • Maintained clean and attractive product displays to entice customer purchases.

Education

Master of Science - Lifestyle Medicine

Southern Cross University
Lismore, NSW (Online)
08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Anatomy and Human Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of the Cell

University of Western Australia
Crawley, WA
07.2023

High School Diploma -

Manea Senior College
Bunbury, WA
10.2018

Skills

  • Adaptability and critical thinking for problem solving
  • Emotional intelligence and patience to effectively collaborate in team
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Organisation and time management
  • Can take initiative and display leadership
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Cultural immersion
  • Microsoft Excel

References

  • Georgia Hancy, Nannying client (Parent), 0421 199 400
  • Craig Gibson, Nannying client (Parent), 0416 177 437
  • Ryan McVile, Woolworths Cottesloe (Manager), (08) 6318 9990
  • Marianne Chapell, Woolworths Treendale (Manager), (08) 9724 2214

Certification

  • HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
  • HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
  • 200hr Yoga Teacher Training

Volunteering

Girl Guides Australia 

Mar 2022 - Aug 2023

Girl Guides is an organisation which empowers young girls and women to discover their potential as leaders. I volunteered as a unit helper, which involved providing assistance at weekly meetings and acting as a role model for the young girls. 


Friends of Perry Lakes

Sep 2021 - Aug 2023

Participating in the conservation, restoration and enhancement of the Perry Lakes Reserve. This involved weeding and planting within the reserve for 3 hours per month. 

Timeline

Au Pair

Private
08.2023 - 11.2023

Café all-rounder

Lawleys Bakery and Cafe WA
02.2023 - 08.2023

Nanny

Private
02.2020 - 08.2023

Night fill

Woolworths Cottesloe
01.2019 - 02.2020

Checkout Operator

Woolworths WA
12.2014 - 01.2019

Master of Science - Lifestyle Medicine

Southern Cross University

Bachelor of Science - Anatomy and Human Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of the Cell

University of Western Australia

High School Diploma -

Manea Senior College

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