Bekki Swift

I started off work whilst finishing my degree at a local sports centre. Although my primary role was as a receptionist, I used to help run the children's activities in the school holidays. 

Upon finishing my degree I helped my husband start up his business and now we run two successful livery yards. 

I have run the administration side of the family business for many years, recently digitalising everything which meant I had to quickly learn how to use new online accounting software.

When my children were in their last year of primary school I worked as an exam invigilator at a local secondary school.

My most recent post is again as a receptionist at a business enterprise centre located in Chelsmford. 

Through my career I have become proficient in using all Microsoft applications and more recently XERO accounting software. I have developed excellent customer service skills. I am highly adaptable and can easily adjust into different work environments. I pick new skills up quickly. I'm confident in working on my own but equally happy to work as part of a team. 

Outside of work I enjoy family life. I'm a keen horse rider. I love traveling and experiencing different cultures. I love reading although I now mainly get my literary fix via Audible so I can listen to books whilst doing other jobs…this shows how good I am at multitasking!

1999 - 2001: Receptionist, William De Ferrers Sports Centre, South Woodhan Ferrers, Essex.

I worked as a receptionist at a local sports centre. My main duties were to ensure the smooth running of the centre, dealing with customer enquiries and using the till to process payments. I also helped out with the activities held in the holidays, which could be anything from arts and crafts to gymnastics.

2001 - Present Day: S.F. Swift, Rettendon, Essex.

I help my husband run the livery yards, I am the first point of contact for the people stabled on the yards. I deal with any issues or problems. I run the social media sites for both yards. I also do all the administration tasks required which primarily involves using XERO to create invoices and log payments. 

2017 - 2019: Exam Invigilator at Beauchamps Secondary Shool, Wickord, Essex.

Through this role I learnt about exam procedures and how important it is to follow them implicitly. It felt worthwhile helping young adults when they needed it, whist remaining in the guidelines that stipulate what Invigilators are allowed to do. I attended a couple of safe guarding courses, so I have an understanding how important it is to be aware of any children that might be of concern and the correct way to deal with those concerns.

2019 - Present Day: Receptionist at Moulsham Mill Business Centre, Chelmsford, Essex.

I am responsible for helping people that come into the business centre as well as helping the licencees that rent office space. There is a real variety of business's at the centre, from Escape room games to counselling services which makes the role really interesting as you never know whose going to come through the door next! I also process payments using the till. I take room bookings and make sure all the paperwork is completed correctly. I am responsible for opening/closing the reception area depending on what shift I'm doing. The role requires me to be sociable but professional.

GCSEs: William De Ferrers Secondary School, 1990 - 1995.

History A*

Home Economics A*

Eglish language A

English Literature A

Maths A

French A

Geography A

Double Science A, A

A-Levels: William De Ferrers Secondary School, 1995 - 1997.

History A

Sociology A

English B

Degree: Writtle Agricultural College, Essex,     1998 - 2001.

Equine Studies (Science) Hons Degree First.