Anna Simpkins

Experience

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  Dothill Primary School

  Mar 2015 - Apr 2015

  Teaching Assistant

  - Collaborated with the teacher on lesson planning and execution.- Worked one-to-one with pupils from various backgrounds. - Gained experience in presenting lessons and giving pupils live support. This role allowed me to gain valuable experience in presentation, communication, and organisation. It also ignited my passion for accessibility and inclusion in all learning and teaching practices. I have a particular interest in how technology can be used as an accessibility tool for children. Show less

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  Telford Whitehouse Hotel

  Nov 2016 - Mar 2019

  Duty Manager

  I began the role as a restaurant assistance, but was quickly given more responsibility within the business as a Duty Manager.- Managed over twenty staff members to ensure high quality standards. - Trained staff while developing their skills.- Managed large events, such as weddings and Christmas parties. - Experience with databases for stock management.

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  Roden Garden Center

  Sept 2019 - Jan 2020

  Cafe Supervisor

  Took up an exciting opportunity to start up a Cafe from scratch!- Primary oversight over the business operations, ensuring the cafe had sufficient supplies and staff.- Formed a close relationship with a local food supplier, achieving lower costs.- Experience in data keeping and analysis. - Experience in branding; set up an online presence for the Cafe and decorated the Cafe to attract customers to specific deals. - Responsible for everyday operations to ensure accordance with Food Standards Agency regulations. Show less

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  Aberystwyth University Students' Union

  Jul 2023 - now

  Academic Affairs Officer & Trustee

  Academic Affairs Role:- Built strong partnerships between the University, the SU and students to collaboratively address academic concerns. - Core member of the SU's democratic processes and operational planning as a trustee and member of Senate.- Composed the Annual SU Report to the University.- Delivered training to over 250 Academic Representatives, providing support to ensure top quality representation and skill development. This year, we saw a 12% increase in trained Reps, a 42% increase in engagement with our annual Rep conference, and a 100% satisfaction rate in SU support. - Developed an online presence for representation, such as creating a Teams Channel for Reps to post varying opportunities, feedback discussions and updates on SU/University initiatives. - Panel member/student representative on academic misconduct cases, student disciplinaries and appeals.Neurodiversity Campaigning:- Led a Neurodiversity campaign, successful in creating an increased neurodivergent community- Installed reasonable adjustments across academic policies and ensure all learning, teaching and assessment practices are neurodivergent-friendly through training. Collaborated with Academic Representatives and University Services, to adopt a 'Fit to Sit' approach to assessments, ensuring a form of self-certification for all students.- Created a Neurodiversity webpage.- Developed Neurodiversity working group with students.Generative AI Support:- Panel member on the annual QAA symposium to discuss AI & Integrity.- Core member of the University's AI working group, developing guidance and policy for University staff members.- Frequent feedback discussions with students on the topic of Gen AI. - Panel member at the 2024 QAA symposium, discussing 'Academic Integrity in the Post-AI World'.- 30 hours of CPD from various Gen AI conferences.- Provided Generative AI training to Student Union staff. - Student representative/panel member on multiple AI misconduct cases. Show less

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  Reaseheath College

  Sept 2024 - now

  Student Support Officer