B.Sc (Hons) Applied Psychology
Heriot-Watt University
First Class Degree
Jennifer Lees
Nanny at KidsConnection AB
- Rönninge
Summary
I hold a 1st Class degree in Applied Psychology (BPS Accredited), from Heriot-Watt University. Having recently moved to Stockholm, I am looking for the perfect opportunity to put this degree into place, along with my experience and unique cultural background.
I hold a 1st Class degree in BSc (Hons) Applied Psychology from Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh. Having relocated to Sweden I am looking for the perfect opportunity to put my degree in use, along with my experience and skill set.
Education
Sep 2010 - Jun 2014
1995 - 2010
Bellver International College
Spanish A - Level (A Grade),
English Literature A - Level (B Grade),
Biology A - Level (C Grade),
Chemistry A - Level (C Grade)
11 IGCSEs A* - B grade including English and Maths.
Work experience
Jul 2014 - Present
Nanny
Kids Connection AB
I am currently working part time as a nanny for two families. My responsibilities include improving their English skills, picking up from daycare and meal prep.
Sep 2014 - Present
Personal Assistant
Humana AB
I work with a woman with muscular dystrophy, responsibilities include assisting with food prep and house cleaning. It also includes aiding with transport and personal hygiene.
May 2010 - Aug 2010
Bartender/waitress
Karma Bar
As a bartender and waitress I learnt to work as a team with the other members of staff to provide quality service to customers and I also dealt tactfully with unhappy customers. In addition to this, I learnt how to make a range of cocktails, serve large quantities of food and drink while often understaffed.
May 2009 - Aug 2009
Au Pair
Mallorca, Spain
My responsibilities included teaching the eldest child English, this was a difficult task, however, by the end of the job, I had developed the child's English language abilities from almost none to the expected level of the school. Other activities included housekeeping, organizing daily activities and liaising with other house staff.
Certifications
May 2013 - Present
Protected Vulnerable Groups Member
Disclosure Scotland
I am a member of the PVG scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups), this means I have had a full background check and have no history of harmful behaviour. This allows me to work with children and protected adults.
Jun 2014 - Present
Graduate member
British Psychological Society
Achievements
- Class Representative at Heriot-Watt University, (September 2010 – May 2014). This involved attending Student Participation in Quality Scotland (sparqs) training.
- University Graduation Ball Committee Member (September 2013 – May 2014)
- Volunteer at Dreamz4U foundation (December 2011- April 2014)
- Fresher’s Helper at Heriot-Watt (September 2011- May 2012)
- Gaelic Football Team Member (2010-2013)
- Member of Heriot-Watt Psychological Society (2010-2012)
- Head Girl, Bellver International College (2010)
Skills
Languages
Fluent Spanish, CEFR B2 level Swedish, CEFR B1 level French
Technology/IT
I am literate in the Microsoft Office package (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SPSS
Problem Solving
As a Class Representative and Student Ambassador I liaised with staff and students to communicate any issues or concerns students have with the courses and work out the best strategies to resolve these issues. I also attend student/staff meetings to be able to address any major issues and keep the students up to date with the latest developments in the School of Life Sciences.
Communication
From my experience of working with both impatient/unhappy customers and stressed chefs, I developed strong skills in negotiation and finding rapid solutions to problems while under pressure.
Good communication skills were also needed when liaising with the university staff members when at meetings, and when completing group projects to achieve the best outcomes possible.
Planning & Organisation
As a Graduation Ball Committee member I was involved in the venue choice and catering options. This meant having to work out budgets and handling large sums of money, which meant being highly organised.
I was also part of the fund-raising team which raised over £5000 within the year. This meant having to be flexible in volunteering hours, organize volunteering shifts and taking initiative in engaging with the general public.
I was also involved in organizing several ‘dreams’ for the Dreamz4U charity such as meeting the Scotland Rugby Team.
Teamwork & Leadership
From my volunteer work within and without the university and working in a restaurant and bar, I have developed strong team skills including setting objectives and monitoring progress.
Being a Gaelic football team member I developed my team-working skills involving helping and motivating team members. Because of our strong team relationship we rose from second division to first division in the British University Gaelic Football Championship.
In addition, I lead several group projects over the four years achieving very successful outcomes