2. Introduction
Discussion about various working roles whilst studying
Skills learnt and used
How can the skill set be used for future employment.
3. Working in Retail
CarphoneWarehouse
The largest mobile phone comparison store
Bought by DixonsGroup
Advised selling of mobile phones
Worked as a sales consultant for 5+ years.
4. Skills Learnt
ENGAGING WITH
CUSTOMERS
WORKING AS A SMALL
TEAM OF 5 AND A LARGER
GROUP OF 40+ STAFF
PROBLEM SOLVING USING TILL SYSTEMS AND
BANKING
LEARNT TO BE
APPROACHABLE AND
SYMPATHETIC
TELEPHONE MANNER LEARNT THE PHONETIC
ALPHABET
COMPLIED WITH FCA
GUIDELINES FOR
INSURABLE PRODUCTS
5. Other Roles inWork
Experience
Whilst at UCNL
The North & Northeast Children’s
University Science Fair
North Lindsey assistant prep work
with lab technician.
6. Skills Learnt
Teamwork with other students
Presentation skills
Health & safety in the
laboratory
Creating fact sheets and quiz.
7. Transferable
Skills
Team work
Laws and regulations
IT skills
Working to deadlines and
figures
Presentation skills
Laboratory health & safety.
8. Career
Pathways
Cancer
Research
Answering patients questions
Collaborative work with other professionals
Communication skills
Work under pressure
Problem solving
Time management
Analytical skills
9. Conclusion
Presented a couple of different roles
Highlighted key skills learnt
Shown how these skills can be used elsewhere in the science field
Links between skills and future career.
