I am optimistic with an outgoing personality, keen to learn new exciting things and develop new interests. I focus on the bigger picture and am able to adapt my skills to meet every challenge.
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Teaching AssistantTextbook Teachers Ltd Oct 2023 - Mar 2024Completed Safeguarding and Prevent training. Supporting EYFS, KS1 & KS2. -
Schools Engagement CoordinatorThe Aim Group Nov 2023 - Feb 2024Chelmsford, England, United KingdomWorking on behalf of the ASK programme (Dept of Education) to support schools and colleges in achieving the Gatsby benchmarks through their activities and resources. Providing free support to develop and transform how students think about apprenticeships and T-Levels. Skills: #Engagement #CareerEducation #Coaching #PublicSpeaking #Training -
Contract CleanerChurchill Group Jul 2023 - Feb 2024St. Ives, England, United KingdomProvide cleaning service to maintain outstanding clean and safe environments by delivering quality services, reliably and consistently. -
Communication & Engagement ManagerRecoup Jun 2021 - Jun 2023Peterborough, England, United Kingdom -
Communication & Engagement SpecialistRecoup Aug 2020 - Jun 2021
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Communication & Membership OfficerRecoup Aug 2019 - Aug 2020Peterborough, United Kingdom -
Project OfficerRecoup Jan 2019 - Jul 2019Peterborough, United Kingdom -
Freelance DesignerWeallsendcards.Com Ltd Dec 2017 - Jun 2023HomebasedAccepted as a designer for weallsendcards.com Ltd. My cards are made using only my own photography. You can find them under the designer section by searching for ‘Hojadaro’. I deliberately leave them blank so that you can add your own words or use them as you choose. https://weallsendcards.com/see/1915The site has a great number of beautiful cards suitable for every occasion. 25p from the sale of every card is donated to my local village Christmas Lights appeal. -
Communications OfficerDepartment For Environment Food & Rural Affairs Nov 2017 - Dec 2018Peterborough, United Kingdom
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Communications SpecialistEnvironment Agency Jan 2015 - Nov 2017Hatfield / PeterboroughProvide internal and external communications advice and support the local area management teams to develop and implement communications whichsupport both area and nationwide communications priorities.Manage communications during incidents and provide a local media service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. -
Communications OfficerEnvironment Agency Apr 2014 - Jan 2015Peterborough, United Kingdom- Contribute to the delivery of the departmental business plan, providing professional / technical expertise to support operational priorities and Environment Agency policy.- Guide, advise and support team members to resolve local issues and incidents, ensuring that decisions are made on sound technical grounds and in line with best practice and timeframes.- Monitor progress of work, identify gaps in the delivery of priorities and take remedial action to enhance the service and… Show more - Contribute to the delivery of the departmental business plan, providing professional / technical expertise to support operational priorities and Environment Agency policy.- Guide, advise and support team members to resolve local issues and incidents, ensuring that decisions are made on sound technical grounds and in line with best practice and timeframes.- Monitor progress of work, identify gaps in the delivery of priorities and take remedial action to enhance the service and recommend appropriate reallocation of time and effort.- Produce required documentation and reports to agreed quality standards to support operational work, management decisions, public enquiries, court appeals etc, so that information, evidence and Environment Agency interests are accurately and effectively presented.- Contribute to the successful implementation of emergency plans, to ensure effective, timely and safe response to emergency incidents.- Participate in local projects and working groups to achieve well planned and managed integrated solutions that progress effective change and improvement in the organisation and support the best environmental outcomes.- Develop and maintain a strong customer focus to ensure effective relationship building and partnership working to achieve environmental goals. - Use insight to develop communications plans with the most effective channels mix, considering resources and budgets. Design and develop engaging, targeted content and messages suitable across a range of channels. Identify risks and plan mitigating actions. Embed evaluation and tracking into communication strategies.- Fulfil an out-of-hours incident management role on a national rotation, to ensure a 24 hour communications response. When the Environment Agency is managing an incident, work as part of the wider communications network to carry out an operational role. Show less -
External RelationsEnvironment Agency Apr 2013 - Apr 2014Since gaining promotion to External Relations team Amanda has been able to refresh her secretariat skills. She is working closely with the Regional Flood & Forecasting Committee preparing papers and minutes, arranging meetings and training, and acting as events coordinator. Amanda was also involved in the design, preparation and distribution of the 2013/14 Annual Review.Amanda is also responsible for the editing and circulation of the weekly regional staff newsletter. Since… Show more Since gaining promotion to External Relations team Amanda has been able to refresh her secretariat skills. She is working closely with the Regional Flood & Forecasting Committee preparing papers and minutes, arranging meetings and training, and acting as events coordinator. Amanda was also involved in the design, preparation and distribution of the 2013/14 Annual Review.Amanda is also responsible for the editing and circulation of the weekly regional staff newsletter. Since December 2013 she has also been closely involved with crisis communications both internally and via social media.Having joined the Government Communications Network, Amanda recently completed 'An Introduction to Communications Evaluation'. She is now involved in delivering this training to others. Show less
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Customer And Engagement / Communications OfficerEnvironment Agency Jun 2012 - Apr 2013Brampton -
Communications OfficerCircle Housing Group Nov 2007 - Jun 2012(based at March)Primary focus was internal communications - intranet (content and staff training) , production of staff news letters and magazine, organising and facilitating campaigns and events including senior manager roadshow for 1600 staff across 7 locations. CIPR PRide Awards: Internal CommunicationsSilver -
Policy & Communications OfficerFenland District Sep 2003 - Nov 2007Formation of Youth District Council. Highly Commended at the Good Communications Awards for Internal Communications: Staff Awards & events. Key role in budget and consultation setting for local authorityJoined FDC as a part-time administrator in the Planning department, moving to work full time in the 'Policy & Communications' role.This role involved:* Worked on the pilot project of the new Customer Service programme, testing and providing feedback on the new… Show more Formation of Youth District Council. Highly Commended at the Good Communications Awards for Internal Communications: Staff Awards & events. Key role in budget and consultation setting for local authorityJoined FDC as a part-time administrator in the Planning department, moving to work full time in the 'Policy & Communications' role.This role involved:* Worked on the pilot project of the new Customer Service programme, testing and providing feedback on the new software to be used. Piloted the system, as a group of 3, taking the first 'live' calls * Working closely with the senior managment team, members and the general public.* Produced regular page for local press as well as responding to press enquiries* Developing reports and presenting information as required * Preparation for Government inspections* Setting up and developing an internal communications system, recognised at the 'Group Communications Awards' in 2007.* Regular production of staff bulletin* Preparation, implementation and reporting on public consultation* Preparaton, development, and presentation of service planning * Research and implementation of the Fenland District Youth Council - designed to give the youth of Fenland a voice in the democratic process* Part of the pilot team that developed, produced and implemented the award winning staff award programme* Part of the team that turned FDC from 'Poor' to 'Excellent' in the CPA ratings. Show less
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Casual Nursery AssistantSilks Farm Nursery School Sep 2003 - May 2004Temp position caring for 0-4 year olds
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Installations EngineerMci (Worldcom) May 2000 - Sep 2003Internet installations. Customer service, support & services. Working to deadlines & time management
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Senior Internet Installations EngineerPsinet, Cambridge Oct 1998 - May 2000Internet installations. Customer service, support & services. Working to deadlines & time management. Coaching & Mentoring.
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Mobile Customer Services (Territory: Norfolk & Suffolk)Dhl, Bar Hill, Cambridge Mar 1996 - Oct 1998
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Release Manager & Quality AuditorBrady Plc Aug 1993 - Mar 1996
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Insurance ClerkRefuge Assurance Feb 1993 - Aug 1993Temp position
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Account Services AssistantHalifax Building Society Apr 1992 - Sep 1992
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Account Services AssistantLloyds Bank Oct 1988 - Apr 1992
Amanda B. Education Details
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Open University Ba (Hons) Social SciencesSocial Sciences With Social Policy & Politics -
Certificate Of Social Sciences -
Social Sciences; Social Policy & Politics; Politics And Government; Social Policy; Social Sciences -
Chartered Institute Of Environmental HealthPass -
Open University - Diploma Social Policy & CriminologySocial Policy And Criminology -
Open University - Diploma In Politics & Government -
· Longsands, St Neots
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Amanda B. attended Open University Ba (Hons) Social Sciences, The Open University, The Open University, Chartered Institute Of Environmental Health, Open University - Diploma Social Policy & Criminology, Open University - Diploma In Politics & Government, · Longsands, St Neots.
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