Millie Stanley

I am looking for an entry-level job where I can build on the experience I already have and learn more on the job. I have worked in customer service, catering, retail, cleaning and swimming, so I am used to speaking to different people and getting on with practical tasks. In my swimming roles, I have explained activities to children and adults, spoken with parents about progress, and adapted lessons when someone needed extra support.

I have also dealt with customers in busy food and retail environments, including handling payments and resolving issues. I am now looking for a role where I can learn, take on responsibility and work towards a long-term career.

Swimming Teacher - Corby Swimming Pool

(2026-02 - 2026-04)

• Planned and delivered structured 1:1 lessons for early-stage swimmers (Stages 1–3).
• Explained swimming techniques clearly and adapted lessons to suit different abilities and confidence levels.
• Monitored swimmers' progress and changed activities when they needed extra support or a different approach.
• Spoke with parents and gave feedback about progress and development.
• Kept lessons organised and followed pool safety rules throughout each session.
• Worked with swimming assistants to help lessons run smoothly.

Swimming Assistant - Private Swimming Pool

(2025-08 - 2026-01)

• Helped with swimming lessons for children and adults and encouraged swimmers during activities.
• Spoke with parents about lessons and helped answer questions about their children's progress.
• Helped set up lessons and kept the pool area organised and safe.
• Gave swimmers feedback and encouragement during activities.
• Worked alongside the swimming teacher and adjusted support depending on what each swimmer needed.

Crew Member & Cook - Rothwell Truckstop

(2023-08 - 2024-09)

• Served customers at retail and catering tills, took food and drink orders and handled payments.
• Prepared food, including specials, and worked with fryers and pots during busy periods.
• Worked on the bar, including pouring pints and dealing with customer requests.
• Dealt with difficult customer interactions calmly and professionally.
• Cleaned dining areas and followed food hygiene and safety procedures.
• Worked as part of a small team across retail, catering and kitchen duties.

Trading Standards Researcher - Northampton Council

(2021-04 - 2021-06)

• Worked as part of a team of four carrying out test purchases to identify stores selling age-restricted products illegally.
• Spoke with people they had not met before as part of the research work.
• Recorded findings accurately and reported the results of each visit.
• Followed instructions and handled sensitive information appropriately.

Cleaner & Customer Service - Precious Metals (Mechanic Store)

(2019-02 - 2020-12)

• Helped customers with enquiries and dealt with requests in a professional manner.
• Kept customer-facing areas and workspaces clean and organised.
• Helped with office equipment and scheduled customer repairs.
• Spoke with customers and colleagues and helped with day-to-day tasks around the workplace.

A-levels - Psychology, Photography and Business - Brooke Weston Academy (2017 - 2023)

GCSEs - 9 subjects including Maths, English and Science - Brooke Weston Academy (2017 - 2023)