Curriculum Vitae Female D.O.B. 15 March 1978 Number of years working in industry: 14 years 5 months

Candidate ID Number: 19100
Nationality: British
Language Skills:
  Fluent: English
Permitted to work in: UK - United Kingdom
Position Sought: Massage Therapist, Complementary Therapist

Personal Statement

I am kind, caring, compassionate, I like to listen but I also like to have fun and consider myself to be a loyal employee and friend.

Seeking work in the UK, international locations and on cruise ships

Employment History:

September 2011 - Present - Massage Therapist at (most recent employer hidden for confidentiality) Upminster, UK - United Kingdom, (High Street Salon)

Duties included:

I am a dedicated and qualified sports massage therapist with an enthusiastic and hard working approach. I have two years of experience in deep tissue and sports massage; I enjoy working on my own initiative and am self-motivated. My warm and sincere approach to massage and people, along with my passion for the therapy, make me a strong candidate.

Qualifications Summary

• Sports massage therapist dedicated to providing quality therapeutic massages and educating people on overall health and wellness.

• Succeeded in building an efficient private practice while studying for VTCT Level 4 in Sports Massage and working alongside other massage therapists.

• Able to uphold moral ethics to help promote a positive view on the industry.

• Established and maintained excellent client relationships to ensure higher number of repeat clientele.

• Instructed clients in proper care and helped individuals take steps to improve their health.

• Qualified in: Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, trigger point techniques, passive stretching/MET t

  Work Experience

• Massage Therapist: Self-employed Sept 2011 – Date

• Providing massage services to clients using safe, appropriate and effective techniques.

• Performed health history on clients and updated prior to each session; ascertained precautions/contraindications for massage prior to each session.

• Performed therapeutic massages on clients with musculo-skeletal problems such as back and neck pain, rotator cuff injuries, sports injuries and stress related conditions.

• Observed client reaction to massage and modified as necessary.

• Solicited feedback and responded accordingly.

• Documented all sessions performed according to established guidelines.

• Leaving clients relaxed, impressed and looking forward to the next session.

• Other responsibilities include: Maintaining client confidentiality and sensitivity to age and gender related issues during all client interactions; reporting any unusual client interactions to supervisor immediately, scheduling and maintaining appointments.

• Explained procedures and applied techniques appropriate to client needs and preferences.

• Performed therapeutic massages on clients with musculo-skeletal problems such as back and neck pain, rotator cuff injuries, sports injuries and stress related conditions.

• Observed client reaction to massage and modified as necessary.

• Solicited feedback and responded accordingly.

• Documented all sessions performed according to established guidelines.

• Leaving clients relaxed, impressed and looking forward to the next session.

• Other responsibilities include: Maintaining client confidentiality and sensitivity to age and gender related issues during all client interactions; reporting any unusual client interactions to supervisor immediately, scheduling and maintaining appointments.

Products worked with:

Elemis, Aromatherapy oils and Ayurvedic oils, Aromatherapy associates.

Education and Qualifications:

2011	Havering College
	VTCT Body Massage Level 3 Diploma VTCT Sports Massage Levels 3 and 4 Certificate
1989	Havering Technical College
	Legal Secretary Diploma
1987	St Edwards C/E Comprehensive
	GCSES in English, History, Art, Biology

Product Training:

September 2011	VTCT product training
	Havering College, Essex

Vocational Qualifications

Legal Secretary Diploma

Experience in Microsoft Word, Office, Excel, Powerpoint and other IT packages

Hobbies and Interests

I love practising Yoga and meditation, I like running, cycling, reading, learning about current affairs, listening to music, helping others and spending time with people.

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