Catherine Walshaw

I am a dedicated and dependable professional, who consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic, adaptability and a positive attitude in all tasks I undertake. I am known for my excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. I thrive in collaborative environments while also being capable of working independently. My commitment to continuous improvement and reliability ensures that I meet deadlines, exceed expectations, and contribute effectively to team goals.

Early Help Practitioner at Wakefield Council (2020-06 – Present)

Assessment writing, managing case load, multi-agency working, chairing meetings, creating and delivering nurture programmes using strength-based approach to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.

• Assessment writing
• Managing own case load
• Multi agency working
• Chairing multiple meetings
• Created and delivered a full Nurture programme for Wakefield council
• Strength's-based approach to reduce risk, increase resilience and improve outcomes for children
• Work in partnership with a range of agencies
• Contribute to the delivery of effective interventions for change
• Follow policies and procedures

Family Coordinator at East Riding Council (2019-09 – 2020-06)

Assessment writing, managing case load, multi-agency working, chairing meetings, strength-based approach to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.

• Assessment writing
• Managing own case load
• Multi agency working
• Chairing multiple meetings
• Strength's-based approach to reduce risk, increase resilience and improve outcomes for children
• Work in partnership with a range of agencies
• Contribute to the delivery of effective interventions for change
• Follow policies and procedures

Accounts Assistant at Prestige Kitchens and Bedrooms (2016-09 – 2019-09)

Accounts management using Sage 50, credit control, HR duties including interviewing and staff training, sales and purchase ledger management, and cash handling.

• Sage 50 accounts - receivable and payable
• Credit Control
• HR duties, including interviewing new members of staff and training staff on Sage 50
• Sales and purchase ledger
• Cash handling

Accounts Assistant at WSG UK Ltd (2011-08 – 2016-08)

Management accounts, month/year end, payroll management for over 50 employees, bank requisitions, supplier payments, cash flow, P&L, ledger management, HR duties, staff management, and operations support.

• Management accounts
• Month/year end
• Payroll manager to over 50 employees including bonus and per diem
• Monthly bank requisitions
• Supplier payments
• Cash flow
• P&L
• Managing sales ledger
• Managing purchase ledger
• Managing both receivable and accounts payable
• HR duties including interviewing, new starter training
• Managing staff including receptionist and purchase ledger clerk
• Working alongside CEO and operations
• Undertaking operations duties such as organising travel and accommodation for mainland and overseas

Sales Assistant / Assistant Manager at Furniture Innovations Ltd (2008-10 – 2011-07)

Customer service, cash handling, staff management, and delivery coordination.

• Customer service
• End of day cash take
• Managing staff when store manager was off
• Managing deliveries

Receptionist / Customer Services at Degussa Ltd (2007-08 – 2008-07)

Apprenticeship working with Human Resources, Operations and Finance teams.

• Apprenticeship
• Working closely with Human Resources manager, Operations manager and finance team

BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care

AAT Level 2 in Accounting

Level 1, 2, 3 in Business Administration

GNVQ in Business Studies

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English