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Work History
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Sinead O'Sullivan

Loughboy

Summary

I am a highly motivated and adaptable individual with strong customer service skills. I thrive in environments where I can develop and use skills gained in my Customer Services background. These skills include: effective time management, independent work, team work, planning and communication across multiple levels of management, both internally and externally.

Overview

1
1
Language
7
7
years of post-secondary education
27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Hairdresser

Self Employed
Kilkenny
07.2014 - Current

Owned and managed salon since 2014 on busy street in Kilkenny City, operating as sole worker on full-time basis.

Duties included:

  • Provided hair consultations to understand client needs.
  • Executed various hair cutting techniques to achieve desired styles.
  • Applied hair coloring and highlighting methods to enhance client appearance.
  • Coordinated scheduling and appointments to maximize client satisfaction and service delivery.
  • Provided exceptional customer service throughout appointment process, ensuring positive client experiences from consultation to treatment completion.
  • Kept accurate records of client details including contact information, appointment dates and times, payment methods and service history.
  • Organised appointments with customers at convenient times for them.

Care Assistant

FETAC
Kilkenny
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • I have completed my placement and modules for FETAC Level 5 Healthcare. Some skills learned during this time were:
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
  • Established rapport with clients to better understand their individual interests and requirements.
  • Monitored and documented changes in clients' conditions, including skin health.
  • Provided support to clients while ensuring dignity and privacy are upheld.
  • Ensured a safe environment by following safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Implemented infection control measures to maintain a hygienic environment.
  • Protected clients' confidentiality by securely handling sensitive information.

Hair Stylist

Xposure
Kilkenny
01.2008 - 01.2014
  • Specialized in hair care and styling for diverse clientele. I am responsible for enhancing the appearance of my clients by offering hair care services such as haircuts, coloring, conditioning, hair styles, among other treatments.
  • Demonstrated high attention to detail in all hair care services.
  • Thrived in high-pressure environments while providing hair care services.
  • Exhibited strong communication skills when interacting with clients.
  • Being able to assess customers' needs.
  • Possessed extensive knowledge of various hair care products to recommend optimal solutions.
  • Applied creativity to design unique hairstyles for clients.
  • Demonstrated patience while assisting clients with hair care services.
  • Being patient.
  • Engaged effectively with clients to foster a welcoming salon atmosphere.
  • Newpark Shopping Centre, Kilkenny

Manager/Hair Stylist

Jack and Jill's
Kilkenny
01.2000 - 01.2008
  • Managed Jack and Jill's hair salon, ensuring smooth business operations and quick problem identification.
  • Developed policies, directed daily operations, and organized the allocation of materials and human resources.
  • Patrick Street, Kilkenny

Education

Hairdressing, Colouring, Cutting -

Peter Marks

Leaving Certificate -

Colasite Bride
Enniscorthy , Ireland
07.1985 - 07.1992

FETAC Modules COMPLETED - CARE OF THE OLDER PERSON, HEALTH AND SAFETY, CARE SUPPORT, INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES

FETAC Modules ATTENDING - WORK EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT, WORK EXPERIENCE MODULE, TEAM WORKING, CARE SKILLS

Skills

  • Articulate
  • Strong communications skills
  • Flexible attitude
  • Patience
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Time management
  • Team work
  • Able to work on own initiative

Fetac Modules

Care of the Older Person, Health and Safety, Care Support, Intellectual Disabilities, Work Experience Placement, Work Experience Module, Team Working, Care Skills

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Senior Hairdresser

Self Employed
07.2014 - Current

Care Assistant

FETAC
01.2014 - 01.2015

Hair Stylist

Xposure
01.2008 - 01.2014

Manager/Hair Stylist

Jack and Jill's
01.2000 - 01.2008

Leaving Certificate -

Colasite Bride
07.1985 - 07.1992

Hairdressing, Colouring, Cutting -

Peter Marks

FETAC Modules COMPLETED - CARE OF THE OLDER PERSON, HEALTH AND SAFETY, CARE SUPPORT, INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES

FETAC Modules ATTENDING - WORK EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT, WORK EXPERIENCE MODULE, TEAM WORKING, CARE SKILLS

Sinead O'Sullivan