Guy Ovenden

Guy Ovenden

Warehouse Assistant

Followers of Guy Ovenden114 followers
location of Guy OvendenMorley, England, United Kingdom

Connect with Guy Ovenden to Send Message

Connect

Connect with Guy Ovenden to Send Message

Connect
  • Timeline

  • About me

    Business Manager at Leeds City Medical Practice

  • Education

    • Royal Holloway, University of London

      2011 - 2012
      Master of Science (MSc) Applied Social Psychology Grade obtained 2:1 (Merit)

      الأنشطة والجمعيات:RHUL Bears Squash Club (2nd Team Captain) ROHO Snow Ski and Snowboard Club During this degree I conducted many presentations covering several areas within Applied Psychology, not exclusively in the Social area. Throughout the degree great levels of multitasking were required due to having several modules at the same time as well as a dissertation research project to plan, conduct and analyse. At any one time I may have been revising for exams, writing essays and conducting my research. I chose to do a quantitative study so as to broaden my knowledge of research… عرض المزيد During this degree I conducted many presentations covering several areas within Applied Psychology, not exclusively in the Social area. Throughout the degree great levels of multitasking were required due to having several modules at the same time as well as a dissertation research project to plan, conduct and analyse. At any one time I may have been revising for exams, writing essays and conducting my research. I chose to do a quantitative study so as to broaden my knowledge of research methodologies. During this degree I learnt more about the analysis of statistical data sets, particularly using SPSS, and how to manage large quantities of data to find relevant results. عرض أقل

    • The University of Hull

      2007 - 2010
      Bachelor of Science (BSc) Psychology Grade obtained 2:1 (68.7%)

      الأنشطة والجمعيات:Hullfire, Student Magazine Hull University Ice Hogs, Ice Hockey Club During the degree I conducted many literature reviews requiring attention to detail to select the most appropriate literature to compose the review and written skills to ensure it was a well formulated argument. I also planned several studies using multiple different methodologies covering a wide range of Psychological topics. During my final year I desiged, conducted and analysed a qualitative study in full; from desgining a set of interview questions, transcribing the recorded interviews… عرض المزيد During the degree I conducted many literature reviews requiring attention to detail to select the most appropriate literature to compose the review and written skills to ensure it was a well formulated argument. I also planned several studies using multiple different methodologies covering a wide range of Psychological topics. During my final year I desiged, conducted and analysed a qualitative study in full; from desgining a set of interview questions, transcribing the recorded interviews, reviewing the transcripts and analysing the common themes among participants using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. My degree also included a free elective module entitled "Starting A New Business", which involved creating a new business venture and planning it from start to finish; including marketing, finance and full business plans as well as a projected forecast and possible avenues for growth. I received a first for this module. عرض أقل

    • Scarborough Sixth Form College

      2004 - 2007
      High School English Language, Law & Psychology C, A, A

      Psychology, Law & English Language A-Levels.

  • Experience

    • Comet

      Oct 2006 - Feb 2007
      Warehouse Assistant

      Physically challenging role supporting sales assistants by checking and unloading deliveries so they could be sold promptly. Stocking and restocking shelves to display the full range of products on offer. Finding and loading purchased items into customers' cars and making customers feel valued.

    • Sainsbury's

      Dec 2010 - Dec 2010
      Online Shopper

      Goods picker for Sainsbury's online department. Making customers feel comfortable with an approachable, friendly demeanour. Diligently allocating and delivering goods to minimise errors and maintain customer satisfaction. Making sure items were located with efficiency so early morning deliveries were made on time.

    • CeX Webuy.com

      Jul 2012 - Nov 2013
      Assistant Manager

      Managing the store and 10 staff members requiring;• Attention to detail to increase weekly turnover from 33k to 41k.• Excellent interpersonal skills to motivate team members and keep customers happy.• Administrative skills ensuring holidays were booked, rotas were completed and the paperwork was correctly sorted.• Time management skills to ensure jobs were completed before or by time limits.• Resilience and the ability to manage stress so as to not become overwhelmed by numerous tasks.• Problem solving abilities to always be able to find a solution to any situation. عرض أقل

    • Phones 4u

      Nov 2013 - Sept 2014
      Deputy Manager

      Running and aiding in the running of a successful phone store, involving:• People management skills with good communication to ensure instructions were understood.• Accuracy to ensure jobs were done in the best way in the shortest time.• Coaching skills to help others better their performances.• Operational skills to effectively oversee many tasks at once.• Flexibility to deal with numerous changes put in place by the company.• Organisational skills to ensure the back office was tidy and paperwork filed.• Great knowledge of compliance to ensure store was trading compliantly. عرض أقل

    • Sunny Meed Surgery

      Sept 2014 - Mar 2017
      Assistant Practice Manager

      Helping run a busy 2 practice GP surgery in the centre of Woking, requiring:• Management skills running the practice in the manager’s absence and running the office on a day-to-day basis.• Leadership skills organising the administrative staff and leading by example.• Planning skills to gradually implement new electronic systems, update procedures and to increase productivity.• Comprehensive computer skills as the surgery’s IT lead and technician.• Attention to detail to assess the practice budget and identify areas for reductions.• Communication and customer service skills to effectively correspond between patients, staff and partners.• Organisational skills to co-ordinate the QOF register, Locally Commissioned Services and Public Health claims. عرض أقل

    • Leeds City Medical Practice

      Apr 2017 - now

      Dealing with staffing and day to day running issues of a large busy Leeds practice with 2 sites.• Organisational skills to effectively manage the branches, enabling the practice manager to focus on business management.• Operational skills to completely reorganise the recall system and implement the revised plan.• Effective communication to ensure newly created procedures are actioned correctly.• Time management skills to plan my day and prioritise workload whilst also working autonomously.• IT skills to learn and understand SystmOne in a compressed timeframe. عرض أقل

      • Business Manager

        Aug 2023 - now
      • Operations Manager

        Apr 2017 - Aug 2023
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • AMSPAR Health Management Diploma

      Cherith Simmons Learning & Development
    • Duolingo French Fluency: Beginner (Estimated)

      Duolingo
      Jul 2016
      View certificate certificate
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Helping with "Riding For the Disabled", East Riding of Yorkshire

      Issued by Riding for the Disabled Association
      Riding for the Disabled AssociationAssociated with Guy Ovenden