- Singing
- Fashion / Current Trends
- Dance
Riona O'Leary
cork
Summary
Customer-focused professional with a strong passion for fashion jewelry and personal styling. Experienced in fast-paced environments, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills through roles in hospitality and retail. Currently pursuing a Level 5 qualification in Early Childhood Studies, enhancing creativity, patience, and attention to detail. Committed to delivering a positive attitude and strong work ethic in all endeavors.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Years Practitioner ( College Work Placement
Tigers Childcre
cork, Co. Cork
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Encouraged learning and development through play, activities and teaching.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians, providing regular updates on child development and well-being.
- Conducted risk assessments to plan safe and fun activities.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development courses to improve practice.
- Forged positive, trusting relationships with children, parents and coworkers.
- Coordinated and planned activities which kept children engaged and entertained throughout the day.
- Prepared learning materials and set up educational displays to enhance the learning experience.
- Used imagination, innovation and creativity during activities, facilitating learning and development.
Pharmacy sales Assistant ( Work Experience )
Bourke's Pharmacy
cork, Co. Cork
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Delivered excellent customer service by assisting customers with queries, recommending suitable products, and building strong relationships and trust.
- Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills through daily interaction with a wide range of customers.
- Demonstrated a keen eye for presentation and organisation by maintaining clean, well-stocked, and visually appealing displays.
- Worked as part of a team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and a positive shopping experience.
- Managed stock levels, restocking shelves, and organising deliveries in a timely manner.
- Showed initiative by staying up to date with new products and promotions.
Waitress ( Work Experience )
The Barn Gastropub
cork, Co. Cork
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Delivered high quality customer service in a fast-paced environment, ensuring every guest felt welcomed and valued.
- Developed excellent communication and people skills by interacting with a wide range of customers daily.
- Maintained a clean, organised, and visually appealing work environment.
- Managed busy periods with strong time management and multitasking skills.
Education
Level 5 - Early Childhood Education
Cork College Of FET
Cork, Ireland 01-2026
Leaving Certificate -
Scoil Mhuire
Cork , Ireland 01-2025
Skills
- Customer service and support
- Team collaboration
- Product knowledge
- Relationship building
- Fashion and jewelry trends
- Excellent styling ability
- Fast-paced environment adaptability
- Reliability and organization
Interests
Timeline
Early Years Practitioner ( College Work Placement
Tigers Childcre
11.2025 - 03.2026
Pharmacy sales Assistant ( Work Experience )
Bourke's Pharmacy
02.2023 - 03.2023
Waitress ( Work Experience )
The Barn Gastropub
02.2023 - 03.2023
Level 5 - Early Childhood Education
Cork College Of FET
Leaving Certificate -
Scoil Mhuire