Bar Staff Member - Ards Rangers Football Club
(2021-04)
Saturday Job
- Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary.
- Engaged with guests to create positive rapport, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.
- Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
- Changed beer kegs safely and efficiently, consistently following health and hygiene guidelines.
- Followed safe serving requirements, monitoring guest behaviour and discontinuing service to inebriated customers.
- Cleared counters and disposed of waste and broken glass.
- Refused drinks service to guests without appropriate proof of age.
- Handled and moved supplies between stores and bars for restocking and storage.
Cashier Assistant - Belleek Living Newtownards - Newtownards
(2022-12 - 2023-10)
- Minimised long register queues by completing sales transactions quickly and accurately.
- Recorded daily transaction information using POS systems, enabling stock success monitoring.
- Helped customers to locate specific products by conducting thorough stockroom checks, delivering exceptional service.
- Processed cash, cheque, credit and debit payments accurately and efficiently, minimising till discrepancies.
- Processed sales, exchange and refund transactions efficiently to reduce customer waiting times.
- Maintained excellent client satisfaction by providing professional, courteous customer service.
- Bagged, boxed and wrapped goods with care to maintain quality and presentation.
- Operated cash registers with proficiency during high-volume shopping times, reducing customer queues.
- Issued receipts for customer purchases and gifts, advising on in-store return and exchange policies.
- Answered questions about store policies and concerns politely and professionally, supporting positive customer experiences.
- Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
Nursery Practitioner (Relief) - Little Stars Day Nursery Bangor - Bangor
(2023-06 - 2023-09)
- Applied paediatric first aid and managed incidents with calm and composure.
- Handled nappy changes and baby feeding while keeping detailed log sheets.
- Encouraged physical fitness and wellbeing through outdoor activities.
- Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.
- Delivered rich learning opportunities for children with diverse abilities.
- Designed educational activities for young children in line with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
- Maintained clean, safe play environments, disinfecting toys and surfaces regularly.
- Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
- Promoted emotional and social development of children, encouraging learning through play and sensory activities.
- Supervised and supported children during meal times with strict attention to detail to mitigate risks.
- Oversaw key group of children and kept detailed progress observations.
Sales Assistant - Curious Candy Bangor/Newtownards - Bangor/Newtownards
(2023-10 - 2024-07)
- Minimised long register queues by completing sales transactions quickly and accurately.
- Recorded daily transaction information using POS systems, enabling stock success monitoring.
- Helped customers to locate specific products by conducting thorough stockroom checks, delivering exceptional service.
- Processed cash, cheque, credit and debit payments accurately and efficiently, minimising till discrepancies.
- Processed sales, exchange and refund transactions efficiently to reduce customer waiting times.
- Maintained excellent client satisfaction by providing professional, courteous customer service.
- Bagged, boxed and wrapped goods with care to maintain quality and presentation.
- Operated cash registers with proficiency during high-volume shopping times, reducing customer queues.
- Issued receipts for customer purchases and gifts, advising on in-store return and exchange policies.
- Answered questions about store policies and concerns politely and professionally, supporting positive customer experiences.
- Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
- Successfully followed hygiene and safety procedures in serving food products to customers.
Nursery Room Supervisor - Little Bears Day Nursery Bangor - Bangor
(2024-07 - 2025-09)
- Supervise children at all times to ensure their safety and security, preventing accidents and promoting a safe environment.
- Assist with basic needs such as feeding, changing, and ensuring children are comfortable.
- Organise and lead age-appropriate activities that support the developmental stages of children, including sensory play, creative arts, and outdoor activities.
- Support children's cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development by engaging them in learning opportunities.
- Observe and document children's development, noting milestones and any concerns, and share progress with parents or guardians.
- Help children develop positive behaviour through redirection, positive reinforcement, and teaching social skills.
- Implement and follow consistent routines to help children feel secure and know what to expect.
- Regularly update parents or guardians on their child's progress, behaviour, and any issues that arise.
- Work as part of a team with other practitioners and management to ensure the best care and educational outcomes.
- Ensure that the nursery environment is clean, hygienic, and safe for children, including regular cleaning of toys, surfaces, and play areas.
- Keep records of children's developmental milestones, behaviour, and any incidents. Report these to senior staff or parents as required.
- Offer comfort, reassurance, and a nurturing environment to help children develop emotionally and socially.
- Adhere to the nursery's policies, procedures, and legal regulations.
- Attend training sessions, workshops, or courses to stay updated on best practices in childcare and early childhood education.
1:1 Classroom Assistant - Newtownards Nursery School - Newtownards
(2025-09-15)
- Help the student understand teacher instructions and classroom tasks.
- Adapt or simplify activities when directed by the teacher or SENCO.
- Reinforce learning concepts through repetition, prompting, or visual supports.
- Encourage independence rather than completing work for the student.
- Support literacy, numeracy, communication, or organisational skills.
- Use agreed behaviour strategies consistently.
- Help the student manage emotions, anxiety, frustration, or transitions.
- Promote positive social interactions with peers.
- De-escalate situations calmly and safely.
- Encourage confidence, resilience, and self-esteem.
- Work under the direction of the class teacher.
- Prepare or organise learning materials.
- Help maintain a focused learning environment.
- Support participation during group work, trips, assemblies, or practical activities.
- Supervise during break times or transitions if required.
