Grace Powell

Experienced educator and hospitality professional with a background in primary school teaching and event work/management, seeking to leverage strong communication and organisational skills in a dynamic role.

[email protected] 07751771261 Stockport SK39QY
Work Experience
Waitress
The Northern Whig
Jul 2021 — PresentCurrent
  • Greeted new customers and answered initial questions
  • Processed cash and card payments using POS terminals
  • Optimised customer experience, serving each guest with positivity and enthusiasm
Supply Primary Teacher
Northern Ireland Supply Teacher Register (NISTR)
Jan 2024 — PresentCurrent
  • Collaborated with Head Teachers and Assistant Teachers to ensure student safety
  • Promoted in-class engagement and good behaviour
  • Assigned and organised written work for the permanent teacher
  • Applied positive reinforcement techniques to build pupils' self-esteem
  • Fostered a culture of reading for pleasure through regular reading sessions
Learning Facilitator
Glow Group
Apr 2024 — PresentCurrent
  • Delivering after school block coding clubs to inspire curiosity about STEM fields
  • Utilised educational technology tools to create an engaging learning environment
  • Led summer camp workshops based on STEM activities, including physical Lego creations
Volunteer Youth Worker
Original Volunteers
Jul 2017 — Jul 2017
  • Assisted in the planning and management of enjoyable projects for children and teenagers
  • Worked directly with youth from a special needs school in community projects
  • Prepared and distributed packed lunches daily for homeless adults and children
Catering and Events Host
Hilton Hotels
Jun 2016 — Nov 2020
  • Set up meetings and events to customer satisfaction
  • Provided a welcoming and professional atmosphere for customers
  • Assisted in serving food and drinks during events
  • Demonstrated ability to handle pressurised situations and challenging behaviours
English Teacher
Bell Beyond
Jun 2022 — Jun 2022
  • Managed a class of 7-11 year olds while tailoring a scheme of work to teach English
  • Applied effective behaviour management techniques, particularly over language barriers
  • Utilised varied teaching methods to stimulate enthusiasm for learning
  • Fostered a love of learning through a multifaceted approach, culminating in a play delivered in English
Trainee Primary Teacher
Greenbank Primary School
Oct 2022 — May 2023
  • Planned and delivered a broad range of lessons from all strands of the national curriculum to a class of 28
  • Adapted teaching material for all differing abilities while scaffolding their learning
  • Developed time management skills and understanding of possible misconceptions
  • Integrated cross-curricular themes into lessons, making learning more relevant
  • Assigned homework and provided effective feedback to encourage student progress
Front of House Manager
MELT Events
Jun 2025 — Sep 2025
  • Educated staff members on procedural and menu changes
  • Trained newly hired employees on service techniques, company procedures and safety processes
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation across food service, storage and preparation areas
  • Counselled and disciplined staff, addressing issues promptly and providing constructive feedback
  • Identified, investigated and corrected restaurant service issues to maintain customer satisfaction
  • Coached team members on customer service and up-selling techniques to drive revenue
Volunteer Staff
RISE Festival
Dec 2025 — Dec 2025
  • Assisted in organising and setting up inside areas to facilitate events
  • Controlled crowd movements in a safe and organised manner following established schedule
  • Demonstrated customer service abilities while greeting and welcoming visitors upon arrival
Live In Nanny
The Galloway Steading
Sep 2025 — PresentCurrent
  • Ensured safety and security of children at all times, within and outside of home environments
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with parents and children to win trust
  • Met child's hygienic needs by changing nappies, helping with hand washing and potty training
  • Handled day-to-day household tasks including cleaning, laundry and meal preparation
  • Dropped and picked children from school on time in adherence to school rules
  • Maintained open and transparent communication with parents regarding children's progress and any concerns
  • Targeted activities and games to suit children's ages and abilities
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Primary Education with QTS
Liverpool Hope University
2019 — 2023First Class Honours
A-Levels, Business Studies
Belfast Metropolitan College
2019
A-Levels, Sociology
Belfast Metropolitan College
2019
A-Levels, ICT
Glengormley High School
2018
A-Levels, Health and Social Care
Glengormley High School
2018
GCSEs, Single award Science
Glengormley High School
2016
GCSEs, Mathematics
Glengormley High School
2016
GCSEs, ICT
Glengormley High School
2016
GCSEs, Health and Social Care
Glengormley High School
2016
GCSEs, English Literature
Glengormley High School
2016
GCSEs, English Language
Glengormley High School
2016
GCSEs, Child Development
Glengormley High School
2016
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