Ashin Toms

An ambitious BSc Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science Graduate with a focus on developing pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations. Experienced in core scientific principles and analytical techniques, I am eager to apply my skills in a laboratory setting. Passionate about innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving, I aim to make an impact through leading pharmaceutical and cosmetic organisations.

Sub Office Assistant at Post Office (2024-12 – Present)

• Provided excellent customer service, assisting with transactions, postal services and inquiries.
• Accurately handled cash, electronic payments, and financial services such as bill payments and money transfers.
• Managed postal operations, including parcel handling, issuing postage, and special delivery requests.
• Ensured compliance with regulations, maintained confidentiality and resolved customer issues efficiently.

Sales Assistant at Joshua's (2024-02 – Present)

• Deliver excellent customer service and process transactions efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and organised store environment.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of product features, benefits, and availability.
• Engage in visual merchandising, arranging displays to attract customer attention and boost sales.

Customer Assistant at Tesco Extra (2023-10 – 2024-01)

• Participated in staff training sessions, acquiring new skills and knowledge to improve performance and customer service delivery.
• Making sure that shelves are fully stocked to high standards as well as maintaining neatness
• Prioritised tasks in order of urgency to create positive shopping experience for customers.

Warehouse Operative at Easibind International (2023-07 – 2023-09)

• Consistently met or exceeded daily targets, achieving an average output of 2.5 pallets per day.
• Reported missing or damaged items to management, quickly resolving stock issues to maintain production line efficiency.
• Consistently complied with workplace health and safety measures to minimise operational risk.

Clinical Shadowing Program - Renal Unit at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (2022-08 – 2022-08)

1 week placement

• Observed the management of acute and chronic kidney conditions, including kidney failure and nephrotic syndrome.
• Shadowed a kidney biopsy procedure, gaining insight into diagnostic techniques and patient preparation.
• Learned about hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and post-procedure care for renal patients.

Clinical Shadowing Program - Acute Cardiac Unit at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (2021-12 – 2021-12)

1 week placement

• Observed the diagnosis and management of acute cardiac conditions such as myocardial infarctions, arrhythmias, and heart failure.
• Gained insight into multidisciplinary teamwork involving cardiologists, nurses, and allied health professionals.
• Witnessed procedures such as ECG interpretation, echocardiography and an angiogram
• Learned about patient care protocols, including medication administration, emergency response, and post-treatment recovery plans.

BSc in Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science – De Montfort University (2023-09 – 2026-06)

A-Levels – Bluecoat Sixth Form (2021-09 – 2023-06)

GCSEs – Christ the King Catholic and Voluntary Academy (2017-09 – 2021-07)