Abbey Samways
Sheerness,Kent
Summary
Dedicated fitness professional with expertise in high-intensity interval training, strength training, and dynamic warm-up routines. Proficient in exercise programming and cardiovascular fitness, with a strong focus on energy and stamina enhancement. Skilled in motivational coaching and delivering constructive feedback, leveraging a deep knowledge of human anatomy to implement corrective exercise techniques. Experienced in group exercise instruction, aiming to inspire individuals towards achieving optimal health and performance goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Intervention Teaching Assistant
Richmond Academy
Sheerness, Kent
2019.05 - 2021.02
- Facilitated access to mainstream education for individuals with SEMH needs in accordance with educational and health care plans.
- Collaborated with class teacher and SENCO/SLT to implement tailored interventions.
- Provided support for children with diverse needs, including global delay, Autism, ODD, and ADHD.
- Delivered targeted interventions that enabled 5 children to achieve set objectives.
- Assisted children in overcoming behavioural challenges to foster positive relationships.
- Applied restorative justice techniques to enhance social and emotional well-being.
- Minimised sanctions and exclusions through consistent instruction and support during one-on-one sessions.
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Liaised between teachers and parents, maintaining open lines of communication.
- Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
Factory Operative
David Wood Baking LTD
Sheerness, Kent
2011.09 - 2014.06
- Collaborated within team to deliver finished products in food manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated proficiency as machine operative, ensuring efficient production processes.
- Executed deep cleaning tasks to maintain high hygiene standards throughout factory.
- Followed strict timelines, met production deadlines consistently.
Support Worker
Alma Lodge Residential Home
Sheerness, Kent
2010.08 - 2011.09
- Delivered comprehensive personal care, ensuring dignity, privacy, and respect for individuals.
- Managed food and drink provision alongside mobility support for service users.
- Executed administration procedures and updated care plans to maintain accurate records.
- Oversaw medication management to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Conducted safeguarding measures to protect vulnerable individuals from harm.
- Maintained detailed records of patient behaviour changes for healthcare team reference.
- Handled financial transactions responsibly to uphold organisational standards.
- Promoted equality and diversity throughout daily operations.
- Participated in regular team meetings, enhancing quality of care provided.
- Assured safety measures were met to prevent falls or accidents.
- Promoted physical activity through assistance with exercises improving overall health condition of the client.
Deli Assistant
JC Rooks & Son
Sheerness, Kent
2010.05 - 2010.08
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced deli environment.
- Served customers with a friendly attitude to enhance their shopping experience.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations whilst handling food items.
- Worked well under pressure during busy periods without compromising quality of service.
- Managed deli counter operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Handled cash transactions accurately while minimising discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain high standards of food presentation.
Shop Assistant
Black Cat Trading
Sheerness, Kent
2009.04 - 2010.05
- Ensured smooth business operations as part of a small team.
- Completed restocking swiftly post delivery arrival to ensure immediate product availability.
- Assisted in inventory counts, maintaining accurate records.
- Managed Party & Paper area, including restocking and pricing.
- Handled financial transactions accurately to maintain cash flow.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
Education
YMCA Level 2 Group Exercise To Music Certification - Fitness & Health
HFE
London 2025.03 - 2025.08
NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate - Awareness of Mental Health Problems
The Skills Network
London 2021.02 - 2021.08
NVQ Level 1 - Safeguarding, Nurture Training, Mental well-being Training for School Staff, FGM Awareness, Child sexual exploitation Training, Anti-radicalisation & Prevent Awareness Training, E-Safety Annual Training for School Staff, British Values Training, Social Media for Teachers & Staff
Richmond Academy
Sheerness, Kent 2020.01 - 2020.12
NCFE Cache Level 2 - Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental Health
The Skills Network
2019.03 - 2019.10
NVQ Level 2 - Health & Social Care, Emergency First Aid at Work, Understanding of Communication Difficulties with Adults with Learning Difficulties
Alma Lodge Care Home
Sheerness, Kent 2011.04 - 2011.11
OCR Level 2 - Administration
Sheppey College
Sheerness, Kent 2006.09 - 2008.06
11 GCSE's - B – G
Minster College
Sheerness, Kent 2003.09 - 2006.06
Skills
- High-intensity interval training
- Strength training
- Dynamic warm-up routines
- Exercise programming
- Cardiovascular fitness
- Energy and stamina
- Motivational coaching
- Knowledge of human anatomy
- Feedback delivery
- Corrective exercise techniques
- Group exercise instruction
Certification
All certificates are available upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
I am a very passionate, hardworking & out-going individual with excellent communication & interpersonal skills; I am also a self-motivated team player who works well under pressure and can use my own initiative to solve problems. I love working with children and I am currently in the process of becoming a Parent Governor at St Edwards Primary School where I will be the Literacy Monitor. I also have experience at Strode Crescent Baptist Church where I help out during Sunday school, helping the children to grow spiritually through the use of books, colouring & learning through play. Personal interests include long walks & bike rides with my daughter, writing lyrics/performing, reading, learning new skills and keeping active.
Affiliations
Personal interests include working on my physical health by participating in HIIT, Boxercise and cardio classes as well as strength training three times a week. I also enjoy long walks & bike rides with my daughter, writing lyrics/performing, reading and learning new skills.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
YMCA Level 2 Group Exercise To Music Certification - Fitness & Health
HFE
2025.03 - 2025.08
NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate - Awareness of Mental Health Problems
The Skills Network
2021.02 - 2021.08
NVQ Level 1 - Safeguarding, Nurture Training, Mental well-being Training for School Staff, FGM Awareness, Child sexual exploitation Training, Anti-radicalisation & Prevent Awareness Training, E-Safety Annual Training for School Staff, British Values Training, Social Media for Teachers & Staff
Richmond Academy
2020.01 - 2020.12
Intervention Teaching Assistant
Richmond Academy
2019.05 - 2021.02
NCFE Cache Level 2 - Understanding Children and Young Peoples Mental Health
The Skills Network
2019.03 - 2019.10
Factory Operative
David Wood Baking LTD
2011.09 - 2014.06
NVQ Level 2 - Health & Social Care, Emergency First Aid at Work, Understanding of Communication Difficulties with Adults with Learning Difficulties
Alma Lodge Care Home
2011.04 - 2011.11
Support Worker
Alma Lodge Residential Home
2010.08 - 2011.09
Deli Assistant
JC Rooks & Son
2010.05 - 2010.08
Shop Assistant
Black Cat Trading
2009.04 - 2010.05
OCR Level 2 - Administration
Sheppey College
2006.09 - 2008.06
11 GCSE's - B – G
Minster College
2003.09 - 2006.06