Helen Flett
Marshlands,CHC
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience spanning teaching, accounting, administration, and customer service. I possess over twenty years of experience in office processes and procedures, together with various inventory and database systems.
I am adaptable, friendly, enthusiastic, and through years of working with different types of personalities I understand the importance of building effective relationships with customers and colleagues.
After five years in working in education and supporting a family business I am highly motivated to pursue a new role.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
SEN Teaching Assistant
Pitau – Allenvale School
Christchurch
03.2024 - Current
- Teachers assistant, supporting students with diverse and complex learning needs in the classroom throughout the day on a variety of tasks.
- Help prepare lesson materials and support hub teachers with the daily program.
- Assist with IEPs, communicate with teacher on student progress.
- Personal care.
- Created and maintained a safe and engaging environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
Administration Assistant
Grass Tamers 2000 Ltd
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Provided part time administrative support for our small family-owned garden maintenance & lawn mowing business.
- Answer email enquiries & co-ordinate site visits.
- Maintain calendar & schedule properties requiring maintenance.
- Debtor invoicing & accounts payable.
Swim Education Instructor
Christchurch City Council
02.2020 - 03.2024
- Experienced & certified swimming instructor provided swimming instruction and water safety to individuals and groups of all ages and swimming abilities.
- Provided assistance to students with special needs, adapting teaching methods to meet individual requirements.
- Developed and implemented individualized swim instruction plans for students of varying ages and skill levels.
Commercial Sales Support
Floorpride – Riccarton
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Part of a dedicated commercial team, supporting two project manager helping to ensure projects were completed on schedule and budget.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Accounts Clerk
Floorpride – Riccarton
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Supported accounts manager, assisting with receivable, payable, debtor invoicing and ledger reconciliations.
Assistant Finance Manager
House of Travel – Orbit Corporate
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Responsible for the reporting of Weekly/Monthly/Annual financial analysis and management reports.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Pacific Retail Group
Auckland
01.1997 - 01.2000
Accounts Clerk
Works Civil Construction
Christchurch
01.1994 - 01.1997
Accounts Clerk
Madam Tussaud's Group
London, UK
07.1992 - 07.1994
Accounts Clerk
Works Civil Construction
Invercargill
07.1988 - 07.1992
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Friendly approach
- Positive attitude
- Professionalism
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
Software Competencies
- Microsoft office, Excel & Word
- Quickbooks, MYOB
- Exchequer, RFMS, Dolphin, Orca
- Various database and inventory systems
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SEN Teaching Assistant
Pitau – Allenvale School
03.2024 - Current
Administration Assistant
Grass Tamers 2000 Ltd
09.2022 - 11.2024
Swim Education Instructor
Christchurch City Council
02.2020 - 03.2024
Commercial Sales Support
Floorpride – Riccarton
01.2015 - 01.2019
Accounts Clerk
Floorpride – Riccarton
01.2013 - 01.2015
Assistant Finance Manager
House of Travel – Orbit Corporate
01.2000 - 01.2010
Accounts Payable Clerk
Pacific Retail Group
01.1997 - 01.2000
Accounts Clerk
Works Civil Construction
01.1994 - 01.1997
Accounts Clerk
Madam Tussaud's Group
07.1992 - 07.1994
Accounts Clerk
Works Civil Construction
07.1988 - 07.1992
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