Olivia Williams-Morris

Experience

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  Palmtrees Afterschool Club

  Sept 2016 - Sept 2019

  Childcare Assistant
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  Yume Hair

  Sept 2017 - Sept 2018

  Hairdressing Assistant

  I worked part time on a Saturday in YUME hair salon, I also picked up shifts during school holidays. This role allowed me to develop interpersonal and customer service skills. I would also promote sales of products which helped me to develop great confidence from a young age. I was able to liaise with both customers and staff, forming positive relationships that I still have today. I acquired hairdressing training during my time at the salon which later allowed me to gain two qualifications during COVID-19. I had the privilege of being asked to remain as an apprentice when I turned 16, however, I wanted to progress into further education. Show less

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  Tesco

  Sept 2019 - Mar 2020

  Retail Assistant
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  Morrisons

  Mar 2020 - Oct 2021

  Retail Assistant

  I was a flexible employee, working as a waitress and cashier. I also managed stock and worked on the customer service desk. I worked here throughout the entirety of the COVID-19 pandemic as a key worker. This led me to develop skills in adaptation to dynamically changing rules and regulations, as well as understanding use of PPE and how to keep others safe, especially those who were of high risk.

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  David Lloyd Clubs

  Oct 2021 - now

  Lifeguard

  I have worked primarily as a lifeguard but also as an operations assistant, childcare assistant and as a receptionist.

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  Coastal and Co

  Oct 2023 - Jul 2024

  Barista

  I worked at Coastal and Co as a barista inbetween my lectures and on weekends during university term time. I developed front of house skills as well as learning barista techniques. I learnt all about food safety, allergens and hygiene. I built robust relationships with colleagues, students and lecturers that would come into the cafe. I also would sell cakes, especially at the end of the day due to their short shelf life. This allowed me to further develop sales skills and to grow confidence. Stock rotation was another skill that I used daily at Coastal and Co. I learnt to work well under pressure during busy periods, such as after lectures had finished. I learnt to work quickly and effectively to ensure customer needs were met. I also developed skills in latte art! I learnt much about sustainability and how to help make a workplace environmentally friendly, as Coastal and Co. strive to use sustainable in their materials. This was the reason I was drawn to applying for this particular cafe on campus. Show less

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  Lancaster University

  Oct 2023 - now

  Psychology Ambassador and Psychology Social Media Ambassador.

  • Psychology Ambassador

    Oct 2023 - now

  • Children and Young Person Ambassador

    Oct 2023 - Jul 2024
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  Pro-Coaching

  Aug 2024 - Aug 2024

  Coach and Childcare Assistant

  Seasonal work over the summer period, providing children’s activites, coaching, day-trips and childcare.

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  The Supply Specialists

  Nov 2024 - now

  Supply Teacher
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  High Fliers Research Limited

  Dec 2024 - now

  Interviewer for The Times Final Year Student Survey

  Interviewer for The Times Final Year Student Survey in association with High Filers Research Limited, conducting surveys for Lancaster University in 2025.

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  Lancaster University NoSA Lab

  Jan 2025 - now

  Research Assistant