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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Professional References
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Sarah Arrowsmith

Sarah Arrowsmith

Cameron Park,NSW

Summary

I am a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. I possess a strong work ethic, adaptability, and advanced interpersonal skills. I am adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I am a compassionate person with experience in client interactions and emotional support through advocacy and guidance when navigating the NSW legal processes, ensuring client needs are met. I have a passion for helping people reach their full potential and achieve the highest quality of life.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Disability Justice Advocate

Justice Advocacy Service
Newcastle, NSW
02.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients in navigating complex legal processes and understanding their options.
  • Documented client interactions and case progress in compliance with confidentiality standards.
  • Represented clients in court proceedings before judges and juries.
  • Completed reports, paperwork and documentation accurately and on time.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times in their lives.

Fashion Retail Assistant

Privvy Fashion
Newcastle, NSW
02.2023 - Current
  • Assisted customers with product selections and style recommendations.
  • Monitored stock levels and communicated needs to management effectively.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Answered phone calls promptly and responded to emails within 24 hours.
  • Processed cash transactions accurately and efficiently during peak hours.

Disability Dance Teaching Assistant

Chance 2 Dance
Newcastle , NSW
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Traveled to the USA to perform at Disneyland with an amazing group of people with disabilities, such as autism, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, and other conditions that challenge motor skills.
  • Assisted lead instructor in planning and organizing dance classes for students.
  • Adapted activities for wheelchair and walker users.
  • Encouraged positive relationships between students while providing assistance when needed.
  • Accommodated students with special needs by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace.
  • Acted as a travel companion, providing support while traveling overseas, such as pushing wheelchairs, assisting with medications, and getting dressed and ready for the day.

Retail Manager

Privvy Fashion
Newcastle , NSW
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Managed daily store operations and ensured smooth workflow.
  • Trained and supervised team members in customer service standards.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and improve stock management.
  • Developed staff schedules to optimize coverage during peak hours.
  • Monitored inventory, cash, and payroll processes to keep location running smoothly.
  • Coached, managed and developed teams to provide exceptional service and achieve sales goals.

Retail Assistant

Target
Glendale, NSW
10.2019 - 06.2022
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Education

Bachelor of Criminology/ Psychology - Criminology Psychology

University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
10-2026

High School Diploma -

St Pauls Catholic College
Booragul NSW
10-2022

Skills

  • Client advocacy
  • Knowledge of ASL (Sign Language)
  • Emotional support
  • Team collaboration
  • Relationship building
  • Adaptability
  • Time management

Certification

  • P2 NSW drivers license 23743964
  • Working With Children's Check (Volunteer) WWC3019466V
  • National Police Check
  • Higher School Certificate (2022)

Languages

Australian Sign Language
Limited

Professional References

Lisa Barnes

Privvy Fashion Manager/HR

0425340067 

Megan Sutton 

Chance 2 Dance principle

0410679482

Megansutton103@gmail.com

Timeline

Disability Justice Advocate

Justice Advocacy Service
02.2025 - Current

Disability Dance Teaching Assistant

Chance 2 Dance
01.2025 - 07.2025

Retail Manager

Privvy Fashion
01.2024 - 12.2024

Fashion Retail Assistant

Privvy Fashion
02.2023 - Current

Retail Assistant

Target
10.2019 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Criminology/ Psychology - Criminology Psychology

University of Newcastle

High School Diploma -

St Pauls Catholic College

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