Saidah Chowdhury

I am currently a BSc Sociology and Psychology student, graduating in July 2022!

I am looking for graduate Schemes or jobs relating to mental health/psychology.

EXPERIENCE

Zara: April 2021- November 2021

• Ensured quality customer service throughout the shift
• Re-arranged store collections based on season and colours, to increase sales
• Marketed new items by styling mannequins and frontals 
• Often upsold goods and used incentives to persuade customers to purchase 

The Perfume Shop: July 2019- June 2020

• Kept service consistent for long shifts
• Recommended and assisted customers in finding the right perfume for themselves or others based on their preferences 
• Trained new starters/Christmas temps up to the expected level of service, ensuring they were comfortable and happy with their responsibilities 
• Cashing up and locking up experience
• Kept the shop presentable by vacuuming, polishing and neatening displays

Ellenor’s Lions Hospice: September 2017- March 2018 (Care Certificate)

• Learned to understand the needs of a client and how to effectively cater to their needs
• Learned how to process documents and due diligence regarding the clients
• Replenished stock cupboards to keep them presentable and orderly
• Directed visitors to the appropriate section or rooms, quickly and efficiently

EDUCATION

A-levels: Mayfield Grammar School Gravesend (September 2017-June 2019)

Sociology (C), English Literature (C), Media Studies (C)

GCSE: Mayfield Grammar School Gravesend (September 2012-June 2017)

Attained 10 GCSEs (B-E) including English (B) and Maths (Level 5)

Sports Leadership award (2017)