People profile : Office Assistant

Name: Cara Creek

Education: GCSEs at Chesterton Community College, NVQ Level 2 Business Admin

Position at Red Gate: Office Assistant

Start date: 22nd May 2007

First job ever: Millie's Cookies in Lion Yard!

Before you arrived at Red Gate what did you do?

I went to college for a little while to do Beauty Therapy but it was awful. It wasn't what I wanted to do at all, although I didn't really know what I wanted to do so I just thought I would go straight into work. Then two years went past and I decided it was time to start focusing on looking for a real job that had some sort of future.

What does your job involve on a day-to-day basis?

I have a certain set amount of things I do everyday (sort out the post, greet visitors, answer the phone) but throughout the day I am asked to do a lot of other things. I am very involved in organising all of the events that Red Gate holds. I have organised Christmas parties, massages, free lunches, punting and loads more. It's all lots of fun!!

What do you need to be an Office Assistant?

A bubbly personality, patience and good manners, good ideas and organisational skills!

Why did you choose Red Gate?

They have a good reputation and everyone seemed very friendly, but they are the ones who chose me and I'm very happy they did.

What are your favourite Red Gate perks?

All the treats they give us! The days out, the Feel Good Fridge, massages and free pizza when we have a department lunch!

What's your most memorable Red Gate experience so far?

There are so many! I think the trade show in Orlando was a really amazing experience. I met loads of different people while I was working and got to know a few of my colleagues a lot better! I made some really good friends and also got to fit in a few shopping trips!