These worksheets are an excellent way to start learners thinking about customer service and the role it plays in the business. They contain definitions and brainstorming activities as well as written work activities that capture personal experience with thought provoking questions. They lead up to providing good examples to produce roleplays with. Additionally there is a self analysis survey for learners to complete. It is titled 'Customer Service Self analysis for your and your centre' (Daycare) I have used these resources when teaching early childhood educators, retail staff and other service industries. The resource includes answers and are available in both pdf and .doc format for editing purposes if required. ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

This resource contains training manuals and associated files that are suitable for new Excel users and those that want a refresher. It contains information on basic spreadsheet setup, basic formula, creating charts, formatting and much more. Included within the workbook are instructions, a crossword for Excel Vocabulary and exercises. This is a 38 page workbook. The step by step training manual has exercises that students can bring up on their computer to easily practice the skills demonstrated. It can be run as a workshop or stand alone resource to work through individually. A sample file has now been included for students to work through in Excel format. A full list of shortcut keys is also included at the back of the workbook. Files are provided in both pdf and word format for editing. ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

This lesson on Phone Etiquette is an essential life skill that will particularly suit students training for the workplace, office and business administration. Telephone skills, using manners and correct phrases to communicate is an essential part of Customer Service training. Students will learn to engage with Business Customers on the telephone in a friendly, polite and professional manner. They will also learn appropriate language to use with customers through practice, correct vocabulary and role-play. This product is fully editable and is provided in the following formats: PowerPoint, word and pdf. It contains, a PowerPoint presentation, teacher notes, paper based quiz, roleplay cards and message pad template. Agenda for Lesson: The 7 P’s of Call Handling Excellence Polite phrases to use within your telephone conversations Telephone Etiquette Quiz Roleplay Activities

This course will assist you in identifying behaviour traits within yourself that could be creating barriers to effective communication both in the workplace and your personal life. It covers: Passive, Assertive and Aggressive styles of communication Ideas for gaining Confidence The use of I statements to clearly communicate your message. This is an interactive PowerPoint presentation that contains activities for learners to practice their communication skills. ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

This is a complete lesson on complaint resolution using the TACTICS method. The resource contains a lesson plan, worksheets, diagrams of the model, a company policy to review, and practical exercises for the group to carry out. There is also a feedback form included. The acronym TACTICS is used to work through a step by step process to handle a complaint from a customer. This is an important aspect of customer service. Once the learner has reviewed the process, it is a good idea to have the class separate into groups and role play various complaints scenarios using this method. All documentation is provided. I have used this successfully with a Business training class. They enjoyed it and provided excellent feedback. ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

Unlock Powerful Student Insights with this End-of-Year / Term Reflections Journal! Are you looking for a meaningful way to help your students reflect on their growth, achievements, and experiences throughout the school year? This Journal is the perfect tool to guide students in thoughtful reflection, encouraging personal and academic growth. What’s Included: Comprehensive Reflections Journal: Divided into five sections (Personal Growth, Academic Achievements, Learning Experiences, Looking Forward, and Creative Reflections), each with prompts designed to inspire deep and meaningful responses. Digital & Printable Options: Whether your students prefer typing their reflections or writing by hand, we’ve got you covered. The journal is available in both digital (PDF to type directly into) and printable formats. Detailed Teacher Instructions: Step-by-step guidance on how to introduce, implement, and facilitate the journal activity in your classroom. Marking Rubric: A comprehensive rubric to assess student reflections, ensuring you can provide constructive feedback and celebrate student efforts. Creative Expression: An optional section for students to creatively express their year’s experiences through art or writing. Why You’ll Love This Product: Encourages Deep Reflection: Thoughtfully crafted prompts help students reflect on their personal and academic journeys. Supports Personal Growth: Helps students identify their strengths, overcome challenges, and set goals for the future. Flexible Use: Perfect for end-of-year activities, but also adaptable for mid-year reflections or special projects. Easy to Implement: With clear instructions and both digital and printable formats, you can seamlessly integrate this journal into your curriculum. Engages All Learners: Encourages both analytical and creative thinking, making it suitable for diverse learning styles. Ideal For: Middle, and High School Teachers: Adaptable for different age groups and educational levels. Home school Educators: A great tool for guiding students through a year-end review and reflection. School Counselors: Use it as a tool for student self-assessment and personal growth planning. How It Works: Introduction: Start with a class discussion on the importance of reflection. Journal Completion: Allow students time to thoughtfully complete each section of the journal. Sharing & Discussion: Facilitate group or class discussions where students can share their insights. Assessment: Use the provided rubric to evaluate student reflections and provide feedback.

Introduce your students to the world of digital storytelling with this engaging and educational assignment. With the rise of visual storytelling, comic strips have become an increasingly popular form of communication, and this project will give your students the opportunity to create their own comic strip using Canva. In this assignment, students will: Create a Canva account if required Choose a comic strip template Customize the template with their own images, characters, and text Add dialogue to bring their story to life Rearrange panels to create the desired layout Proofread their comic strip to ensure accuracy and clarity Download or share their final product This assignment is designed to be easy to follow, with student instructions and a grading rubric to help you evaluate your students’ work. Whether you’re a seasoned Canva user or new to the platform, you’ll find that this assignment is a fun and accessible way for your students to express their creativity and practice their digital skills. Included: Student Assignment in pdf (planner, instructions, shortcut keys, examples) Grading rubric provide in word and pdf Planner provided in word and pdf So why wait? Give your students the gift of storytelling and get them started on their own comic strip today! Just deliver the pdf with instructions, shortcuts keys and examples to them either electronically or by print. You will need an internet connect so that students can use the Free or Education account in Canva to complete this lesson. If you have any questions about this resource please contact me at resourcecreator1@gmail.com.

This resource contains two CV templates that you can fill in with your own information. The CV's are formatted and have space for you to type in your specific information. There are prompts to help you with this. They are standard CV's and it will generally be up to personal preference as to which one you will choose to use. It would be useful to have basic word skills to work with the documents. Delete any information not required by selecting and using the Delete key. Remember a hard page break is Ctrl Enter. Use this instead of just continually using the enter key as this can muck up formatting.

This 46 slide presentation is a complete lesson that shows learners how to conduct themselves, prepare for and complete a job interview. It addresses questions that will arise during an interview and suggested responses. It is interactive in that there are tasks for learners to complete in pairs and groups. The lesson concludes with mock interview practice by participants. It is provided in a ppt editable version and a pdf. Topics Covered: Sharing Experiences Types of Interviews Stages of an effective interview The PAR technique Body Language Three most feared Questions Practice a Mock Interview ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

Do your students need to work as a team or group to meet an objective? Learning to work as a team is an important life skill that your students need to master for in the workplace and classroom. Working in groups and collaborating on problems and projects is all part of cooperative learning. This packet contains a professional PowerPoint presentation that should be viewed before teams take on a project of any sort or size. It comes with a revisions worksheet (with answers provided), and Teacher Notes (that can be used as a lesson plan). It is presented in word, pdf and ppt format and is fully editable. The following topics are covered: Qualities of an effective Team Member Skills required to work in a Team Making Decisions as a Team Defining Objectives using Smart Goals Roles and Responsibilities Expected Behaviours and Attitudes Bruce Tuckman Model for Team Collaboration Revision exercise - worksheet with answers Team Challenge If you have any questions about this resource please contact me at resourcecreator1@gmail.com. ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

This activity is for learners to get to know more about each other. It can be used as a warmer or ice breaker at the beginning of a lesson. Hand out the worksheet and have students work in pairs to fill it in. They need to talk to other people in the class to find out anything that they may have in common. Works well for a speaking activity. Is a lot of fun!

This 15 slide powerpoint training presentation shows learners show to summarise text. This is an essential skill that takes practice to master. The resource also contains worksheets that complement the presentation. Files are available in pdf and ppt editable format. Presentation Content: What does summarising mean? Strategies to use when summarising – Nutshell method What Not to Summarise Task 1 – Write a summary about yourself Task 2 – Summarise a passage – example answer provided Task 3 – Group Activity – summarise an article ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

This resource is an interactive PowerPoint presentation (30 slides) that focuses on Customer Service Skills in the workplace. It is a ready to teach package. Also included is a teachers / facilitators document with notes next to slides that has answers and suggested activities while working through the presentation. It is provided in both pdf , ppt, and word format for editing if required. The lesson contains the following topics: Customer Service Definition Poor vs Exceptional Service Why Exceptional Service is Important Practical Tips to Provide an Exceptional Customer Service Experience Scenario based role play activities – good and bad examples from You tube clips ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

This resource has been developed as a practice Exercise for learners who have been introduced to Pivot Tables in Excel. It is a practical task that can be undertaken in teams, pairs or individually. It includes a set of data that needs to be analysed. Learners are required to brainstorm questions that a Sales Manager would need to know about the transactional data. They then create pivot tables based on the questions. There is a second spreadsheet that contains 8 sample questions and pivot tables that relate to the questions. This activity has been well received in my classroom of adult learners. They become very engaged in the process and develop a better understanding of the use of pivot tables.

Looking for an engaging and interactive lesson that helps your students develop self-awareness and communication skills in the workplace and classroom? Look no further than our comprehensive PowerPoint presentation on the Johari Window! This 20-slide presentation is packed with easy-to-understand explanations, colorful graphics, and interactive activities that will help your students gain a deeper understanding of their own personalities and communication styles. With no prep required, this presentation is the perfect addition to your classroom curriculum! Learning Objective: Define the Johari Window Understand & describe examples of each quadrant of the Johari Window Describe the benefits of utilizing the Johari Window Formats Provided: Interactive, engaging Powerpoint Presentation file (ppt and pdf) Teacher Notes (word and pdf) Activities for students to complete If you have any questions about this resource please contact me at resourcecreator1@gmail.com.

This resource is a powerpoint presentation that shows how to add and subtract time using simple maths rules. It has an example of an easy and more challenging task. I use this in the workplace with groups of learners when practicing filling out timesheets. They can follow the examples given with answers and then create their own examples to test each other on.

This is a small collection of Christmas Photos (15) that can be used within your products, as Xmas cards, for backgrounds or for any other use you can think of. These photos are royalty free and may be used for personal and commercial use. They may not be resold in their current state. I do not require attribution.