Adam Clarke
Lowestoft,Suffolk
Summary
A highly organised and efficient professional with a strong focus on leadership and proactive team collaboration. Demonstrates exceptional responsive communication skills, ensuring seamless operations and effective problem-solving. Committed to driving success through focused strategies and a dedication to continuous improvement, aiming to leverage these competencies in future career advancements.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
30
30
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Portering & Security Supervisor
NHS Foundation Trust
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk
2022.06 - Current
- Responsible for organising and directing Portering and Security staff on shift ensuring that the internal transfers of patients between wards and departments, are carried out at all times.
- Removing deceased patients from wards to the mortuary in a timely, courteous and respectful manner.
- Evict “undesirable” persons from the Trust premises using minimal force; or to restrain these individuals when necessary and appropriate in order to protect members of the public, staff or Trust property in accordance with British law Understand and manage situations which may arise, such incidents will require high levels of diplomacy, tact and negotiating skills.
- Responsible for maintaining high profile security patrols of the hospital and grounds. Protect people and property, detecting and preventing crime including operating and controlling an access control, CCTV, and key control systems.
- Attend meetings with senior staff/ managers.
- To assist both members of the public and staff against violence and aggression incidents that occur on the hospital premises, and to liaise with the Police and ensure that all incidents are documented.
- A detailed knowledge of the e-roster system. Allocating staff annual leave, compassionate leave, and all other types of leave. The finalisation of shifts, sickness and leave. Allocation on e-roster system of shifts for both temporary staff and substantive staff. Contacting of temporary staff to fulfil shifts at short notice.
- Managing sickness by giving staff return to work and or pre stage sickness meetings.
- To ensure that the hospital is made secure, by the locking of all appropriate doors and windows during the silent hours and to ensure these doors are unlocked as required, in accordance with the established procedure.
- Accompany staff in the transit of monies through the Trust as required.
- To act as the Responsible Officer for the hospital in the event of the fire alarm being raised until the Fire Service arrive. Assist in the co-ordination for the evacuation of patients and the public in the event of a major fire.
- To be responsible for ensuring roads are closed when notified of a helicopter landing, in accordance with the established procedure.
- To assist site with out of hours management issues and in resolving problems.
- To report problems relating to service failure or maintenance requirements and resolve issues, if appropriate, at the request of the on-call engineer.
- Receive deceased patients at the mortuary out of hours in a dignified manner.
- Allocated a number of staff and will be required to carry out their PDP appraisals. Responsible for the management of these staff and develop them appropriately. Making sure new staff have been signed off and are competent before they are allowed to start. Uniforms and shoe vouchers are issued. Help with any additional training requirements.
Security Officer/Traffic Management
Discreet Security
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk
2025.01 - Current
- Combat crime and disorder, public nuisance and other forms of antisocial behaviour in co-operation with the police.
- Manage road closures and directing traffic.
- Managing crowd control and ensuring the safety of the general public.
- patrolled premises regularly, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Monitored and authorised entrance and departure of employees, visitors and other persons.
- Executed security checks, screening visitors for prohibited items and granting authorised access.
Mobile Barber
Self Employed
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk
2021.06 - Current
- Kept up-to-date with latest trends, ensuring modern and stylish cuts for customers.
- Showed versatility by offering a variety of hairstyles, meeting individual client's preferences and style tastes.
- Utilised clippers effectively; achieved desired lengths and shapes as per customer requests.
- Identified suitable styles by listening attentively to customers' needs and desires.
- Skilfully managed appointments with minimal waiting time for clients.
- Provided excellent customer service, enhancing client satisfaction.
On-Call Firefighter
Suffolk Fire and Rescue
Lowestoft, Suffolk
2023.08 - 2025.09
- Collaborated with police and paramedics, enhancing incident management efficiency.
- Utilised cutting-edge firefighting technology to enhance response times and effectiveness during emergencies.
- Inspected buildings for fire hazards, reducing potential risks significantly.
- Delivered first aid services when necessary, aiding victim recovery efforts.
- Quelled fires using water and other extinguishing agents for damage reduction.
- Demonstrated quick decision-making skills during high-pressure situations leading to positive outcomes.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring public safety.
- Participated in rigorous physical training routines, maintaining peak condition for duty.
- Promoted fire prevention measures amongst the local community members, fostering a safer environment.
Portering and Security Officer
NHS Foundation Trust
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk
2017.11 - 2022.06
- Responded promptly to calls from nursing staff or doctors, improving service efficiency.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams for integrated healthcare provision.
- Supported visitors with directions around the hospital, enhancing user experience.
- Transferred patients safely between wards to receive treatment.
- Brought and collected medical gases to different departments and wards.
- Operated hospital beds, trollies, portering chairs and wheelchairs in line with hospital policies and correct manual handling techniques.
- Undertook delivery of specimens and blood samples to laboratories.
- Worked flexibly to meet round-the-clock service needs of busy hospital departments.
- Prioritised infection control by consistently adhering to regulations, enhancing continued quality of patient care.
Sports coach for children
Oulton Broad Primary School
Lowestoft, Suffolk
2013.04 - 2017.11
- Developed children's physical abilities by planning and implementing engaging sports sessions.
- Promoted principles of good sportsmanship amongst the children, fostering a respectful team environment.
- Worked alongside school teachers in developing PE curriculums that were both engaging and beneficial to students' physical development.
- Encouraged positive attitudes towards physical activity by making sports enjoyable for children.
- Enhanced children's understanding of sports rules with clear, concise coaching methods.
- Adapted coaching style depending on needs and abilities of different teams and individuals.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Sports - BTEC Sports Level 3
East Norfolk Sixth Form College
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 2011.09 - 2013.09
GCSEs - English Language
Lynn Grove VA High School
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - English Literature
Lynn Grove VA High School
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - Mathematics
East Norfolk Sixth Form College
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 2011.09 - 2013.09
GCSEs - Science
Lynn Grove VA High School
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - History
Lynn Grove VA High School
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 2007.09 - 2011.06
Diploma of Higher Education - Sports - BTEC Sport Level 2
Lynn Grove VA High School
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - Religious Education
Lynn Grove VA High School
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - Resistant Materials
Lynn Grove VA High School
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 2007.09 - 2011.06
Skills
- Organised
- Leadership
- Efficient
- Pro Active
- Team Player
- Responsive Communication
- Focused
Additional Training/Qualifications
- Fire fighter training
- Breathing Apparatus Approved
- Barbering Course
- CSAS traffic management
Timeline
Security Officer/Traffic Management
Discreet Security
2025.01 - Current
On-Call Firefighter
Suffolk Fire and Rescue
2023.08 - 2025.09
Portering & Security Supervisor
NHS Foundation Trust
2022.06 - Current
Mobile Barber
Self Employed
2021.06 - Current
Portering and Security Officer
NHS Foundation Trust
2017.11 - 2022.06
Sports coach for children
Oulton Broad Primary School
2013.04 - 2017.11
Diploma of Higher Education - Sports - BTEC Sports Level 3
East Norfolk Sixth Form College
2011.09 - 2013.09
GCSEs - Mathematics
East Norfolk Sixth Form College
2011.09 - 2013.09
GCSEs - English Language
Lynn Grove VA High School
2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - English Literature
Lynn Grove VA High School
2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - Science
Lynn Grove VA High School
2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - History
Lynn Grove VA High School
2007.09 - 2011.06
Diploma of Higher Education - Sports - BTEC Sport Level 2
Lynn Grove VA High School
2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - Religious Education
Lynn Grove VA High School
2007.09 - 2011.06
GCSEs - Resistant Materials
Lynn Grove VA High School
2007.09 - 2011.06