I bring creativity and insight to the design and delivery of effective teaching and training programmes that meet the unique needs of diverse groups. I am adept at translating complex concepts into accessible learning materials, thus fostering an engaging and inclusive learning environment. My approach blends innovative strategies with practical applications to create meaningful and transformative learning experiences. Through methodical approaches, I excel at identifying training needs and strategically aligning them with organisational goals. I have gathered work experience in educational institutions in the UK and South Africa, in global corporates and in the charity sector. In the context of these varied roles, I have designed instructional materials, facilitated workshops and seminars, delivered training, and evaluated curriculum/programme effectiveness. Committed to continuous improvement, I leverage feedback and metrics to regularly refine training/teaching approaches. I have a strong commitment to fostering inclusive Learning and Development environments where all individuals' needs are met equally. Throughout my career, I have assisted learners with varying support needs - whether their individual challenges involved neurodiversity, hearing or visual impairment, English as a Second Language, or lack of confidence or motivation - taking an active approach to removing barriers to learning and skill advancement through the provision of customised learning programmes.I am aiming to inspire learning and development teams towards achieving excellence and creating fully inclusive environments. My career goal is to combine my passion for education and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion with my long-standing devotion to nature conservation and animal welfare. For over fifteen years, I have actively contributed to wildlife and nature conservation in both the UK and in South Africa through lifestyle and consumer choices, wildlife rescues, regular beach and forest clean-ups, donations, fund-raising, awareness campaigns and by educating young people on conservation issues and the importance of a respectful relationship with nature. I have volunteered with various organisations such as the Wildlife Aid Foundation, TEARS, SANCCOB and Verify Humanity.
Energy Saving Trust
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Partnerships OfficerEnergy Saving TrustEdinburgh, Gb -
Employability ManagerVolunteering Matters Jul 2024 - PresentEdinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom- Providing customised career and skills coaching and employability support to ethnically diverse parents who experience disadvantage in accessing employment due to complex barriers- Identifying barriers to employment and tackling them with creative and effective solutions- Designing and delivering employability presentations and skills workshops to programme beneficiaries- Authoring employability skills tool kits for programme beneficiaries- Recruiting, training, and managing volunteer mentors- Planning and delivering mentor training through webinars and workshops (virtually and face-to-face)- Identifying mentors’ learning requirements and developing, reviewing and maintaining engaging learning & development resources in a variety of formats- Matching programme beneficiaries to volunteer mentors- Supervising mentoring relationships and providing customised guidance, support and resources- Engaging in various assessment practices (e.g. needs assessment, volunteer skills assessment, performance reviews, impact assessment, training assessment, exit interviews, best practice reviews etc.) -
Volunteer Mentor Manager At Volunteering MattersVolunteering Matters Oct 2022 - Jun 2024Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom- Delivered a high-quality mentoring service across Edinburgh high schools.- Liaised with diverse key stakeholders (young people, families, school staff, funders, council, social services, charity partners, volunteer mentors etc.) working towards specific outcomes and shared objectives.- Tracked impact and engagement data and reported outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.- Adjusted processes and procedures for the purpose of efficiency, equality, and inclusion.- Supported fund-raising efforts by liaising with the partnerships and communications team, promoting the charity at events, and developing written content for various media channels. - Completed all volunteer mentor recruitment administration.- Planned and delivered mentor training through webinars and workshops (virtually and face-to-face).- Identified mentors’ learning requirements and authored engaging learning & development resources for them.- Planned, organised, and delivered events for mentors offering networking and peer-to-peer learning opportunities- Fostered relationships with diverse pool of volunteer mentors to ensure they felt supported, valued, and listened to.- Engaged directly with young people with barriers and challenges empowering them to achieve their goals. -
Senior Volunteer Manager (Voluntary Role)Verify Humanity Aug 2022 - May 2023United KingdomAdministration of recruitment process for new volunteers; facilitation of interviews with prospective volunteers; contribution to overall strategic development of the organisation; management of volunteers -
Language TrainerLearnlight Jun 2020 - Oct 2022- Provided Learning and Development Solutions using Learnlight’s internal Learning Management System (LMS)- Delivered training events in virtual classrooms to high-profile business professionals (individuals and groups)- Applied diverse teaching methods, presentation styles and a blended learning approach to enthuse learners- Provided relevant, constructive, and encouraging feedback to students whilst tracking their learning - Customised learning tools / experiences to challenge and inspire students- Completed formative and summative assessments and progress reports- Executed course and assessment administration -
Grade R TeacherSt. Martini Pre-Primary School & Kindergarten Jan 2015 - Feb 2020Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa- Planned, delivered, and evaluated educational curriculum for children - Created engaging learning resources across the curriculum - Championed collaboration with therapists, primary school leaders, and parents- Assessed and resolved issues, applying learning strategies, pedagogy, and passion for teaching- Established learning environments characterised by empathy, mutual support, and inclusion- Covered for branch manager during her absence -
Branch Manager (Maternity Cover)St. Martini Pre-Primary School & Kindergarten Jan 2017 - Aug 2017Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa- Aided school-wide decision-making having authored and delivered reports to senior management- Worked with key stakeholders (Senior Management, Parent Council, Board of Trustees, staff members, families, therapists)- Led, motivated, and provided strategic direction to high-performing team of ten staff members- Enhanced team productivity via ongoing training and development and facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities- Reduced staff attrition through effective management, engagement, and performance monitoring- Provided efficient, resourceful, comprehensive administrative functions- Planned, organised, and delivered fund-raising events -
Private Tutor And Childcare ProviderSelf-Employed Sep 2009 - Aug 2014Chessington, Ukday-care, school-runs, private lessons; resource creation; administrative tasks including marketing, accounts, budget-planning, report-writing, meetings, workshops
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Freelance TranslatorMicromata Gmbh Oct 2006 - Aug 2014Chessington, England, United KingdomTranslations from German into English (Web pages, Promotional Material, Reports, News, Memos, Emails etc.) -
Personal AssistantWeightmatters Oct 2006 - Aug 2009London, England, United KingdomTelephone consultations, Research, Promotion, Administrative Tasks, Database Management, Stock Taking/ Orders/Invoicing for Meal Replacement Sales, Advertising, Seminar Organisation, PR, Marketing, Tax Returns -
Personal AssistantHealthvibes Mar 2005 - Sep 2006Office Administration, Research, Promotion & Marketing, Sales, Design of Business Packages, Business Development, Project Management, Data Base Management; Therapist
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Team SecretaryHelaba Apr 2004 - Mar 2005London, England, United KingdomTeam of 6 Executives; Correspondence, Diary Management, Travel Arrangements, Filing, Administration, Translations, Report Writing, Expenses, and Office Maintenance -
Event Consultant For Audio-ConferencesGenesys Conferencing Oct 2002 - Apr 2004London, England, United KingdomManagement of Event Services and Facilities; Reservation and Coordination of Audio-Conferences; Administration; Support Service of High Profile Customers (IBM, DB, UBS, HSBC, JPM) -
Market Research Telephone InterviewerTotal Research Corporation Mar 2002 - Sep 2002London, England, United KingdomComputer Assisted Telephone Interviewing (CATI) -
Event Manager For Corporate Events/ConferencesOutoftheordinary Feb 2001 - Feb 2002London, England, United KingdomOrganisation and Management of Events; Customer Relationship Management; National/International Site Visits; Marketing and Promotion; Administration; Billing; Project Management; Office Management; Market Research
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Marketer & Media ResearcherKlapper Communications Nov 2000 - Jan 2001Amsterdam, North Holland, NetherlandsTranslation of International Monthly Media News; Analysis of TV programmes; Marketing and Sales Activities directed at International Broadcasters and TV Producers
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It Helpdesk / Customer Service RepresentativeSnt International Jul 1999 - Sep 1999Zoetemeer, NetherlandsAssisting customers with Year 2000 problems related to their soft- and hardware; Administration and Consultation for students participating in the Microsoft Student Licensing Programme
Mandy Wright Education Details
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Business Administration And Management, General
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Mandy Wright attended University Of London, Fachhochschule Osnabrück.
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