Lisa Caroline Griffiths
Noordhoek, Cape Town
Summary
Dynamic professional as Founder and Director at LSG Sourcing Services, excelling in office management and client relations. Highly organised and empathetic, I successfully fostered a welcoming environment, ensuring seamless operations and positive experiences for staff and clients alike.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and Director
LSG Sourcing Services
Cape Town
2022.01 - 2025.07
- Created a warm and welcoming environment for staff and clients alike.
- Organised all office functions and events.
- Maintained accurate record keeping.
- Resolved staff and client issues compassionately.
- Responsible for researching, developing and producing a fully comprehensive training textbook for heavy duty commercial vehicles for Cybele Fleet, Steenberg.
- Held daily meetings with Cybele management, fleet owners and insurance brokers.
Founder and Director
LSG Insurance Services
Cape Town
2001.01 - 2022.12
- Managed the daily operations of a dynamic office environment, serving as the central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Oversaw all reception duties, ensuring a professional and welcoming first impression for visitors.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and responsive support.
- Successfully executed a range of staff and client functions.
- Contributed to a productive and organised workplace by providing comprehensive support to staff.
- Fostered positive relationships with both staff and clients through empathetic communication and proactive problem solving.
Senior High School Teacher
Dunraven School
London
1999.01 - 2001.12
- Taught Year 7-11 students who displayed a wide variety of special needs, including literacy, numeracy, EBD, dyslexia and visual impairment.
- Taught English to Years 10 and 11. This involved setting and marking exam papers, assessing students' literacy abilities, record keeping and writing of reports.
- Played a caring and supportive role as Form Tutor to Years 7 and 8, providing advice, emotional support and guidance, as well as helping students develop academically and personally. This also involved keeping accurate records in terms of attendance, writing reports and ensuring the well being of each student.
- Assisted the Head of the Learning Support Department with general management, and acted in an advisory role to fellow subject teachers on ways to improve Learning Support students' achievement.
- Responsible for keeping in regular contact with parents.
- Of utmost importance, provided a friendly, safe and welcoming environment for all students.
Head of Grade 4 Teacher
Westcott Primary School
Cape Town
1996.01 - 1999.05
- Ensured the well being of each pupil and facilitated learning by imparting knowledge and fostering a positive, fun and exciting classroom environment.
- Established a safe and inclusive classroom where pupils felt comfortable to ask questions, make mistakes and participate actively.
- Encouraged pupils to develop essential skills such as communication and empathy, preparing them for success in various life situations.
- Duties included curriculum planning, holding assemblies, weekly staff meetings, as well as assessing, planning and delivering schemes of work effectively, keeping comprehensive records, evaluating pupils' progress, parent meetings and writing of reports.
Contract Supply Teacher
LHR Education
London
1995.01 - 1995.12
- Taught at a variety of primary schools throughout Greater London.
- Learnt to adapt quickly to the different structures, cultures and religions of various schools.
- Prepared lessons for a variety of different years, as often given short notice about which year would need to be taught.
- Adapted my teaching methods to suit the different learning styles of the various students in my care.
- Completed a long term assignment at Blue Gate Field's Junior School, where I met the specific needs of the Bengali bilingual community, and played a crucial role in igniting students' curiosity and enthusiasm for learning and ensuring their well being.
Education
BA HDE PGP - Majored in English And Psychology
University of Cape Town
2001.04 -
Matric Exemption -
Herschel Girls' School
Cape TownSkills
Highly organised, enthusiastic and personable professional adept at providing seamless office management
Ability to cultivate positive client relationships through effective communication, care and proactive support
Experienced in the meticulous planning and execution of office functions and events, ensuring smooth operations and positive experiences
Skilled in managing reception duties, visitor management, and maintaining a welcoming and efficient front-of-house environment
Timeline
Founder and Director
LSG Sourcing Services
2022.01 - 2025.07
BA HDE PGP - Majored in English And Psychology
University of Cape Town
2001.04 -
Founder and Director
LSG Insurance Services
2001.01 - 2022.12
Senior High School Teacher
Dunraven School
1999.01 - 2001.12
Head of Grade 4 Teacher
Westcott Primary School
1996.01 - 1999.05
Contract Supply Teacher
LHR Education
1995.01 - 1995.12
Matric Exemption -
Herschel Girls' School