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Candidate Information

Full Name
Nicola McGinn
Age
34
Education
BA Honours Degree in Business Management / NVQ Level 2 and 3 Beauty Therapy
Experience
17 years
Job Type
Full-time

Contact Details

Phone
Address
25 kingsmuir crescent, Peebles
State
Edinburgh
Country
UK

About candidate

About you
I am a highly skilled beauty professional with 17 years experience in the industry. I have many transferable skills and knowledge to bring to the team.
What are you looking for in a new role?
Flexibility. A company who respect I am a Mother but also a career minded woman too. I just want to be supported, trusted and encouraged to develop and grow.
What you are interested in working with us?
I love the beauty industry and I love working online helping others. I have an educator qualification and I think I’d love to be a part of this company.
What has been most challenging experience in a past role?
Being understaffed, undervalued, scrutinised and degraded for being a mother in a full time role.

Cover latter

I believe I have a strong, transferable skill set that applies across many roles. Over the years the experience and skills I have developed amongst my career are;

1. Beauty Therapist

Customer Service & Client Care: Building strong relationships, understanding client needs, and delivering high-quality service.

Time Management: Managing appointments, maintaining schedules, and ensuring efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Sales & Business Skills: Recommending products/treatments, handling payments, and possibly running your own business.

2. Trainer & Educator

Teaching & Coaching: Designing and delivering training sessions to individuals or teams.

Communication & Presentation: Explaining complex concepts clearly and engagingly.

Mentorship: Supporting learners, tracking progress, and providing constructive feedback.

3. Line Manager

Leadership & Team Management: Supervising staff, delegating tasks, and ensuring performance standards are met.

Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Handling workplace challenges, resolving conflicts, and implementing improvements.

Staff Development: Coaching employees, conducting performance reviews, and supporting professional growth.

4. Admin Team Leader in Social Work

Organisational & Administrative Skills: Managing schedules, coordinating meetings, handling confidential records.

Policy & Compliance Knowledge: Ensuring adherence to social work policies, safeguarding guidelines, and legal requirements.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Working with social workers, external agencies, and service users to support operations.

My Unique Strengths:

Versatile & Adaptable: I have successfully worked in different industries and roles, showing my ability to learn and thrive in new environments.

People-Focused: Whether as a therapist, trainer, or leader, I excel at supporting and developing others.

Strong Organisational Skills: Managing teams, training, admin, and client care requires efficiency and attention to detail.

Problem-Solving & Initiative: I have handled challenges in multiple roles, making decisions that impact staff, clients, and business success.