Arrandeep Kaur

HR and administration professional with a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and over a decade of experience across HR support, psychometric testing, employee training, and office administration. Proven ability to manage confidential records, coordinate end-to-end recruitment, and support both employees and managers in fast-paced environments. A DBS-cleared professional with a calm, people-centred approach built on genuine interest in how people work and what they need.

Equally comfortable working independently or as part of a wider team, with strong written communication skills and a track record of keeping operations running smoothly.

HR Assistant & Occupational Tester - Trimex UK - Hounslow

(2013-01)

A long-standing professional relationship providing HR and occupational testing support on a consultancy basis. This has kept skills current across the full range of HR administration, testing, and employee management responsibilities.

• Administer psychometric and occupational assessments as part of recruitment and development processes (BPS Level A certified)
• Manage day-to-day HR administration — employee records, sickness tracking, correspondence, and compliance documentation
• Advise and support managers and staff on HR processes, performance monitoring, and attendance procedures
• Coordinate recruitment activity: writing job adverts, screening CVs, and managing candidate communications
• Prepare regular progress reports for stakeholders and ensure working practices align with Health & Safety legislation
• Handle diary management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements for senior staff

Employee Trainer & HR Assistant - Universal Care Services - Nuneaton

(2012-07 - 2012-10)

• Designed and delivered training programmes for new and existing staff, covering both one-to-one and group sessions
• Managed the full recruitment cycle: advertising roles, reviewing applications, notifying candidates, and processing contracts and DBS checks
• Handled HR queries, complaints, and correspondence in both written and verbal form
• Maintained HR records, distributed internal communications, and provided general administrative support

Customer Service & Sales Assistant - Asda - Nuneaton

(2008-05 - 2012-01)

• Delivered consistent customer service in a high-footfall retail environment, managing enquiries, stock control, and sales support
• Worked to and regularly exceeded individual sales targets while maintaining a high standard of customer care

Warehouse Assistant - Lythalls Lane Textiles - Coventry

(2008-04 - 2008-11)

• Picked, packed, and dispatched orders to stores and customers accurately and on schedule
• Maintained warehouse standards in line with health and safety requirements, including quality checking before dispatch

Volunteer Leader - Mighty Cubs After-School Club - Reading

(2022)

Community after-school programme

• Lead and supervise structured after-school sessions for primary-age children within the local community
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities that support social development, teamwork, and confidence-building
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and communicate regularly with parents and carers
• Manage safeguarding responsibilities in line with child protection guidance; DBS cleared

Enforcement Office Assistant - HM Courts Service — Justice Centre - Nuneaton

(2005-04 - 2005-04)

Work Experience

• Supported the enforcement team with administrative tasks, court documentation, and processing of bail applications
• Directed visitors, maintained security awareness, and assisted court clerks throughout the placement

Sales Assistant - Debenhams - Nuneaton

(2005-04 - 2005-04)

Work Experience

• Assisted customers, carried out stock checks, and maintained merchandising standards on the shop floor

BSc (Hons) - Psychology - Coventry University (2012)

A-Levels - King Edward Sixth Form

GCSEs - Manor Park Community School