Erin Botham

Enthusiastic and dependable student with a proven track record of delivering friendly, attentive service to the public across a range of volunteering and school roles. I am a confident communicator who enjoys working with people of all ages, thrives in busy team environments, and takes pride in creating a welcoming atmosphere. I am reliable, patient, organised, and quick to take initiative; vital skills for any front-of-house role.

Library Prefect - Chelmsford County High School for Girls - Chelmsford

• Provide a friendly, welcoming service to students visiting the library twice weekly
• Process book loans, reservations, and returns using dedicated library software
• Work as part of a rota-based team to ensure all tasks are covered, adapting to what is needed on the day
• Handle day-to-day tasks including shelving, preparing new stock, and maintaining a tidy, inviting space

Summer Reading Scheme Volunteer - North Melbourne Library

(2022-06 - 2022-08)

• Engaged one-to-one with children aged 4-11 from the local community, listening to them describe the books they had read and encouraging quieter or more nervous participants
• Maintained accurate records including confidential personal details such as library card numbers
• Responded helpfully to questions from parents and members of the public
• Took initiative during quieter periods to reorganise shelves and keep the space welcoming

Reception Class Work Experience - Lawford Mead

(2022 - 2022)

• Assisted a teacher throughout a full school day with a class of 4-5 year-olds
• Supported individual children with activities, keeping them engaged and on task
• Stepped in to successfully comfort and calm a very upset child at the start of the day, allowing the teacher to manage the rest of the class

Astronomy Club Founder & Leader - Chelmsford County High School for Girls - Chelmsford

(2021 - 2023)

• Planned and delivered weekly sessions to groups of up to 40 younger students, adjusting explanations on the spot when participants found topics difficult
• Designed and ran interactive quizzes each week to maintain engagement
• Promoted the club by visiting form groups and speaking to new students across all age groups to increase attendee numbers

GCSEs - English Literature, English Language, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, German, French, Computer Science, Further Maths (FSMQ) - Chelmsford County High School for Girls (CCHS) (2021)