I’m a motivated and reliable worker with hands-on experience in retail, stock control, warehousing, IT support, and customer service. I’m currently seeking part-time opportunities and ready to contribute to a busy team. I’ve learned to adapt quickly to different environments, pick up new tools fast, and deliver friendly, practical service. Based in Leeds, I’m eager to apply my practical skills across retail, IT, and design tasks while continuing to grow professionally.

James Barrett

I’m a motivated and reliable worker with hands-on experience in retail, stock control, warehousing, IT support, and customer service. I’m currently seeking part-time opportunities and ready to contribute to a busy team. I’ve learned to adapt quickly to different environments, pick up new tools fast, and deliver friendly, practical service. Based in Leeds, I’m eager to apply my practical skills across retail, IT, and design tasks while continuing to grow professionally.

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I’m a motivated and reliable worker with hands-on experience in retail, stock control, warehousing, IT support, and customer service. I’m currently seeking part-time opportunities and ready to contribute to a busy team.

I’ve learned to adapt quickly to different environments, pick up new tools fast, and deliver friendly, practical service. Based in Leeds, I’m eager to apply my practical skills across retail, IT, and design tasks while continuing to grow professionally.

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Skills

Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

IT Support at SKA Group
July 1, 2025 - Present
Initial point of contact for all staff IT issues, providing prompt technical support and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and PC-related problems. Ensures smooth daily operations by diagnosing issues, resolving incidents efficiently, and escalating more complex problems when necessary.
CX / Product Tester / Customer Assistant
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025
Provided friendly, reliable till service for the store and managed stock levels. Completed checks across all product categories and learned how to investigate discrepancies with ease. Worked across several operating systems and tools, enabling quick adaptation to new environments.
Retail & Warehouse Assistant at Sainsbury's
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Assisted customers with daily shopping, helped on tills, pulled in deliveries and managed stock levels and losses.
Sales & Warehouse Assistant at Dixon's Retail
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021
On the shop floor selling and assisting customers with the latest technology. Weekly targets and delivering a great customer experience. Assisted with stock handling and large deliveries; developed manual handling skills.
Sales Assistant at Next
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Worked a year in retail; assigned areas for merchandising and tills.
Painter/Decorator at Brush Strokes (Self-employed)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016
Part of a team building a decorating business; developed creative skills and gained understanding of the decorating trade and finances.
Apprentice at Leeds City Council
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Worked as an apprentice; learned to adjust to different environments.
Placements at Leeds College of Building
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Spent time on-site for jobs; learned to work effectively in different teams and scenarios.

Education

NVQ Level 3 Painting and Decorating at Leeds College of Building
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
GCSE Math - B at John Smeaton Comprehensive
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
GCSE English - B at John Smeaton Comprehensive
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
GCSE Art & Design - A at John Smeaton Comprehensive
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
GCSE IT - B at John Smeaton Comprehensive
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
GCSE Graphic Design - C at John Smeaton Comprehensive
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Manual Handling; Health and Safety; First Aid at Leeds College of Building
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026

Qualifications

Manual Handling & Health and Safety & First Aid
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Education