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Emily Mercer

Emily Mercer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Head of Psychology | EPQ Coordinator | Badminton Coach

  • Education

    • Weald of Kent Grammar School

      2014 - 2015
      3 A2 Levels

      Biology (C), English Language (B), Psychology (B) + Extended Project (C)

    • Weald of Kent Grammar School

      2013 - 2014
      4 AS Levels

      Biology (C), English Language (B), German (E), Psychology (A)

    • Weald of Kent Grammar School

      2011 - 2013
      GCSE

      Biology (A), Business Studies (A), Chemistry (B), Drama (B), English Language (A), English Literature (A), Geography (A), German (A), ICT (A), Maths (A), Photography (B), Physics (B), Religious Education (A)

    • University of Lincoln

      2015 - 2018
      Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Psychology 2:1 (69%)

      Activities and Societies: President (Badminton - 2017/18), Women's Second Team Captain (Badminton - 2016/17) I have completed a BSc (Hons) in Psychology with Forensic Psychology with a 2:1 (69%). My dissertation was: An IAT (Implicit Association Test) of Perceptions of Stranger/Non-Stranger Stalkers. Modules:Year 1- Mind and Brain, Social and Individual Psychology, Foundations of Forensic Psychology, Development in Context, Introduction to Cognitive Psychology, Research Skills 1Year 2 - Research Skills 2, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Cognition, Mental Health and… Show more I have completed a BSc (Hons) in Psychology with Forensic Psychology with a 2:1 (69%). My dissertation was: An IAT (Implicit Association Test) of Perceptions of Stranger/Non-Stranger Stalkers. Modules:Year 1- Mind and Brain, Social and Individual Psychology, Foundations of Forensic Psychology, Development in Context, Introduction to Cognitive Psychology, Research Skills 1Year 2 - Research Skills 2, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Cognition, Mental Health and Disorder, Forensic Mental Health, Psychology at WorkYear 3 - Treatment in Forensic Settings, Risk Perception Assessment and Management, Conceptual Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Fantasy Neuroscience, Patterns of Action Show less

    • University of Lincoln

      2018 - 2020
      Master of Science - MSc Forensic Psychology Merit (65%)

      Activities and Societies: President (Badminton), Indoor Ball/Racket Sports Cluster Rep I have completed a MSc in Forensic Psychology with a Merit (65%).My thesis journal article was: Developing a Cyberstalking Proclivity Scale. My thesis extended literature review was: Is Cyberstalking Truly a Distinct Crime, or just an Extension of Offline Stalking: A Literature Review.Modules: Research Methods and Skills, Advanced Research Methods and Skills, Forensic Child Psychology, Processes of Investigation and Justice, Working with Client Groups, Professional Practice… Show more I have completed a MSc in Forensic Psychology with a Merit (65%).My thesis journal article was: Developing a Cyberstalking Proclivity Scale. My thesis extended literature review was: Is Cyberstalking Truly a Distinct Crime, or just an Extension of Offline Stalking: A Literature Review.Modules: Research Methods and Skills, Advanced Research Methods and Skills, Forensic Child Psychology, Processes of Investigation and Justice, Working with Client Groups, Professional Practice and Risk, Understanding Criminal Behaviour Show less

    • Leeds Beckett University

      2021 - 2022
      PGCE EDUCATION Distinction

      I have completed a PGCE in Education with Leeds Beckett University. I also volunteered as the Course Rep for this course.

    • KMT Teacher Training

      2021 - 2022
      Initial Teacher Training PSYCHOLOGY

      I have completed initial teacher training (ITT) in Secondary Psychology (and Sociology) with KMT, finishing the year with a strong pass of every assignment and my observations and have gained QTS status.

  • Experience

    • Pusteblume Kindergarten

      Mar 2014 - Mar 2014
      Teaching Assistant

      I attended a Kindergarten in Germany for a week where I assisted with classroom activities for the children and helped to develop the childrens' English Language skills. - Teaching- Safeguarding

    • Wyevale Garden Centres

      Aug 2014 - Aug 2016
      Till Supervisor

      I was responsible for cashing up and banking, tills, display and visual merchandising and stock replenishment. - Customer service- Numeracy skills- Communication- Rapport building skills

    • Great Grottos Ltd.

      Dec 2015 - Dec 2015
      Santa's Elf

      I was responsible for tills, display and visual merchandising, producing the merchandise, photography and entertaining the children.- Customer service- Rapport building skills- Communication- Safeguarding

    • Camp Beaumont

      Aug 2016 - Aug 2016
      Activity Leader

      I was an Activity Leader at a children's summer camp aged from 3-16 years old. I acted as (1) the Swimming Instructor (where I taught swimming lessons to all abilities) and (2) the Creative Arts Instructor (where I taught arts and crafts specialist lessons). I also acted as generic Group Leader where I performed general supervision and entertaiment. - Behaviour management- Teaching- Communication- Rapport building skills- Safeguarding

    • Major Label

      May 2017 - May 2019
      Promoter

      I was responsible for online (social media) and street promotion of club nights and other events the company put on. I also carried out ticket sales and worked on the tills during events. - Customer service- Communication- Rapport building skills

    • Camp Beaumont

      Aug 2017 - Aug 2017
      Activity Leader

      I was an Activity Leader at a children's summer camp aged from 3-16 years old. I acted as (1) the Swimming Instructor (where I taught swimming lessons to all abilities) and (2) the Creative Arts Instructor (where I taught arts and crafts specialist lessons). I also acted as generic Group Leader where I performed general supervision and entertaiment. - Behaviour management- Teaching- Communication- Rapport building skills- Safeguarding

    • KINGSWOOD DAY CAMPS LIMITED

      Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
      Camp Coach

      I was a Camp Coach at a children's residential summer camp aged 8-17 years old. I led group activities and supervised/entertianed children as well as helping the international children develop their English Language vocabulary. - Behaviour management- Rapport building skills- Communication- Safeguarding

    • Great Grottos Ltd.

      Oct 2019 - Dec 2019
      Grotto Manager

      I was responsible for the day to day running of the Grotto, including managing all staff and their rotas, till contents, photography system, toy stock, costumes, merchandise and all administration pertinent to the Grotto. I performed daily cashing up and daily banking, and adhered to health and safety for the Grotto and staff members. I maintained effective cooperation and contact with the client (shopping centre management) and head office. Other tasks I undertook were display and visual merchandising, producing the merchandise, entertaining children and photography. - Management- Organisation- Communication- Rapport building skills- Customer service Show less

    • Recre8

      Apr 2020 - Apr 2020
      Ranger

      I acted as a Ranger for a day summer camp and my duties included: responsibility for signing and signing out children; acting as chaperone/assistant for a couple of activities per day; keeping the children entertained during breaks. - Organisation- Communication- Relationship building skills- Safeguarding

    • Waitrose & Partners

      Oct 2020 - Jun 2021
      Hospitality Partner and Supermarket Assistant

      I prepared, served and recommended bakery, deli and cheese products to customers whilst upholding the high standards set by Waitrose. I demonstrated compliance with Health and Safety regulations when working with food and completed key admin tasks on a daily basis. - Customer service- Communication - Rapport building skills- Multi-tasking skills- Adaptability skills- Initiative - Teamwork skills

    • Recre8

      Jul 2021 - Aug 2021
      Ranger

      I acted as a Ranger for a day summer camp and my duties included: responsibility for signing and signing out children; acting as chaperone/assistant for a couple of activities per day; keeping the children entertained during breaks. - Organisation- Communication- Relationship building skills- Safeguarding

    • Weald Of Kent Grammar School Academy Trust

      Jul 2022 - Aug 2023
      Teacher of Psychology and Sociology

    • TRINITY SCHOOL SEVENOAKS

      Sept 2023 - now

      - Head of Psychology- Year 12 Form Tutor- Teacher of Sociology and KS3 History

      • EPQ Coordinator (Maternity Cover)

        Dec 2023 - now

      • Head of Psychology

        Sept 2023 - now

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Bibliotherapy, Literature and Mental Health

      Book Therapy
      Apr 2021

    • Safeguarding Children - Level 1 (Online)

      Me Learning
      Aug 2020

    • Badminton Basic Umpiring (Theory) Training

      BLJAE
      May 2020

    • Badminton Basic Line Judge Training

      Badminton Line Judge Association of England
      Mar 2020

    • QA Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid (QCF)

      First 2 Your Aid
      Jul 2016

    • Flipped Learning at A Level

      Hodder Education
      May 2023

    • Excel 2019 Essential Training

      LinkedIn
      Apr 2020
      View certificate certificate

    • Coaches in Badminton (Club) Level 2

      1st4sport
      Sept 2022

    • Level 1 Assistant Coach in Badminton

      1st4sport
      Oct 2016

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Emily Mercer
      MSc Poster Conference Poster Design 2019 Winner School of Psychology - University of Lincoln Sep 2019 One of the six winners of the poster design competition for our MSc Poster Conference 2019. 'Awarded to a poster with an appealing design; is easy to navigate; and has an excellent use of graphics, colour, images, text in a concise style.'
    • Awarded to Emily Mercer
      Sports Personality of the Year 2019 Runner Up University of Lincoln Students' Union Mar 2019 Shortlisted to top 3 out of 17 nominations and came Runner Up for 'Sports Personality of the Year' for the We Are Lincoln Awards 2019 (Students' Union Awards). 'Awarded to an individual who has worked tirelessly for their sport, showed sheer determination, and put in hours of hard work for the benefit of their fellow students. This individual is a great ambassador for their sport and for the University.'
    • Awarded to Emily Mercer
      Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award - Sep 2012 I selected and set objectives in each of the following areas:- Volunteering: undertook a service to individuals (coaching younger players at badminton).- Physical: improved in an area of sport, dance or fitness activities.- Skills: developed practical and social skills and personal interests.- Expedition: planned, trained for, and completed an adventurous journey in the UK.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Assistant Coach

      Issued by AIT Badminton Club on Aug 2021
      AIT Badminton ClubAssociated with Emily Mercer

    • Volunteer Tutor in Psychology A Level

      Issued by The Access Project on Oct 2020
      The Access ProjectAssociated with Emily Mercer

    • Course Rep

      Issued by Leeds Beckett Students'​ Union on Oct 2021
      Leeds Beckett Students'​ UnionAssociated with Emily Mercer

    • Assistant Reader

      Issued by Bookmark Reading Charity on Feb 2021
      Bookmark Reading CharityAssociated with Emily Mercer

    • Volunteer Tutor in English GCSE

      Issued by Action Tutoring on Oct 2020
      Action TutoringAssociated with Emily Mercer

    • President of the Badminton Society

      Issued by University of Lincoln Students'​ Union on May 2017
      University of Lincoln Students'​ UnionAssociated with Emily Mercer

    • Indoor Ball/Racket Cluster Rep

      Issued by University of Lincoln Students'​ Union on May 2018
      University of Lincoln Students'​ UnionAssociated with Emily Mercer

    • Women's Second Team Captain of the Badminton Society

      Issued by University of Lincoln Students'​ Union on May 2016
      University of Lincoln Students'​ UnionAssociated with Emily Mercer