Georgia Taffinder

Experience

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  Loughborough Sport

  Aug 2017 - May 2019

  Performance Nutritionist

  I worked 2 days a week, alongside my part-time MSc, providing nutrition support to Performance Sports at Loughborough University. Within the teams that I worked with, I catered for all abilities, from International/Olympic & Commonwealth Games to University level athletes. I was also the lead nutritionist in developing, strategizing and executing the “Nutrition Bar” at Loughborough University, which involved creating innovative health-focused nutritional products to sell at the University Campus. Another key responsibility was being in charge of the recruitment, management and development of voluntary interns undertaking a nutrition internship with Loughborough Sport. Show less

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  English Institute of Sport

  May 2019 - Oct 2019

  Performance Nutritionist

  I worked as a Performance Nutritionist at British Gymnastics, whereby I worked alongside other Sport Science and Medicine staff to improve performance through developing, implementing and evaluating of nutritional services. I was focused on helping to promote the role of food and nutrition to enhance performance, and in particular growth and development. Creativity and excellent communication skills was essential for my success in this role. This role also required strategy and direction to successfully manage a team of nutritionists, and also required efficient planning in order to work towards strict deadlines to achieve the over-arching team objective of maximizing success at the Olympics in Tokyo 2020 Show less

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  Derby College

  Oct 2019 - Jan 2021

  Student Experience and Progression Coach

  I was responsible for creating a positive learning environment in which high expectations of students are set. I took a proactive approach to promote positive behaviours for learning by proving a comprehensive and flexible presence daily and within student communal areas to provide support, guidance and engagement. I work as part of the behavior for learning team to provide a high-quality service that supports all students throughout their time at college, from application to successful achievement and progression. I regularly liaise with parents, students, social workers and staff to help devise personalized and effective support plans for all students. Additionally, I am solely responsible for the design, planning, implementation and delivery of weekly educational sessions to all students within my department. This heavily involves planning and delivering regular events for students, with internal and external speakers, such as: careers fayres, Black History Month workshops, Knife Crime seminars and CV building workshops. My support aimed to overcome barriers, encourage positive behaviours and improve engagement and attendance. Show less

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  Leicestershire Police

  Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

  Police Constable

  I served to maintain law and order in local areas by protecting members of the public and their property, preventing crime, reducing the fear of crime and improving the quality of life for all citizens. Throughout my career as a Police Officer leadership, confidence and assertiveness was essential when dealing with members of the public and are skills we used numerous times every shift. Having excellent communication skills was vital when dealing with conflict and managing people’s expectations.Other responsibilities include:- Having a meticulous attention to detail, writing accurate, succinct and professional reports which could be used in court- Independent working skills and ability to use my initiative.- Working under intense pressure and to tight deadlines and the ability to make decisions and problem solve under pressure- Excellent communication skills and ability to collect vital information and research- Leadership skills - Liaise and build relationships with external and partner agencies such as social care and the NHS. Taking the lead on mutlidisciplinary projects. Show less

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  Twin Group

  Dec 2021 - Apr 2022

  Employment Coach

  I supported individuals who had been in long-term unemployment or those affected from the economic impact of COVID-19. I helped my participants to address the barriers to gaining new employment and tailored my support to each individual to help create impact. My support included, supported job search, re-training for a different sector and restoring self-confidence for work. Other job responsibilities were:- In charge and the lead Employment Coach when managing Job Centre queries and complaints. - Managing day-to-day compliance amongst Employment Coaches.- Lead the daily brief with employment coaches- Supervised the training of new employment coaches and assisted with their training- Produced weekly and monthly reports and responsible for writing and publishing participants “Good news story’s”- Working within a government funded programme and set budgets per participant. Show less

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  Royal Air Forces Association

  Apr 2022 - now

  I lead on the delivery of designated products and services within the Association’s evolving wellbeing programme. I coordinate, maintain and moderate the development and delivery of these products/services, whilst championing the continuous improvement and development of them. This also includes ensuring our initiatives meet both business objectives and the needs of the RAF community. I consider myself to be an effective ambassador, presenting to and engaging regularly with a wide range of stakeholders including serving personnel at station events and peers across the military charity sector. In my time at the Association, I have successfully coordinated and lead on re-launching the Association’s leading Wellbeing Service – Finding it Tough? Course. Which involved liaising and working collaboratively within a Project Team to ensure effective and impactful working, whilst keeping the needs of the RAF Community at the forefront of the service. Leadership, problem solving, prompt decision-making and time management skills were essential.Other responsibilities include:- Budget management- Collates, reviews and submits regular reports and progress updates. Including Project Governance Board report writing- Identifies opportunities to collaborate with beneficiaries, external partners and key stakeholders. In addition to building and maintaining key relationships with all key stakeholders. Show less

  • Welfare & Wellbeing Project Manager

    May 2023 - now

  • Project Manager

    Nov 2022 - now

  • Wellbeing Services Officer

    Apr 2022 - Nov 2022