Alexis Neil
Kilmarnock
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills, complemented by excellent time management and organisational abilities. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in high-responsibility customer service roles, ensuring reliable and well-organised operations. Expertise in water safety rules enforcement, lifesaving equipment usage, automated external defibrillator operation, and water rescue methods. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency while pursuing opportunities for growth within the field.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Aquatic Lifestyle Assistant
East Ayrshire Leisure
Kilmarnock
2024.09 - Current
- Lifeguarding and monitoring safety of pool users in high-pressure situations.
- Provided customer service while remaining professional and friendly in leisure centre.
- Assisted in emergencies by applying first aid and rescue techniques.
- Ensured cleanliness and adhered to health and safety regulations.
- Helped organise special events like swimming competitions, enhancing community engagement.
- Inspected safety equipment regularly, ensuring readiness at all times.
- Enforced strict pool rules, reducing risk of accidents dramatically.
- Worked flexible shifts including holidays and weekends providing continuous coverage.
Swimming Instructor
Loudoun Mains Country Club
Newmilns, East Ayrshire
2024.01 - 2025.08
- Delivered structured swimming lessons to children aged 3–12 in both large groups and individual settings.
- Supported swimmers in developing confidence, technique, and water safety awareness.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet individual needs for private and group lessons.
- Worked closely with parents to discuss children's progress and behaviour issues, if any.
- Supervised and mentored new team members to build competent and confident teaching team.
Education
BSc - Pharmacology
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 2025.09 -
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management and organisational abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Customer service experience in high-responsibility roles
- Reliable, tidy, and well-organised
- Water safety rules enforcement
- Automated external defibrillator operation
- Water rescue methods
- Use of lifesaving equipment
Certification
- STA Award in Pool Lifeguarding SCQF Level 6 - 02-08-2024
- Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification - 18-10-2024
- Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport - 14-01-2025
- PVG Membership Number: 2408 3104 9588 7402
Volunteering & Achievements
Duke of Edinburgh Award: Bronze (2023), Silver (2024), Gold (in progress), Girlguiding Volunteer (2023–2024), Kilmarnock Swim Club Volunteer (2023–2025), House Captain, Loudoun Academy (2025), Competitive Swimmer (2019–2025), Full, clean UK driving licence (2025)
Timeline
BSc - Pharmacology
University of Edinburgh
2025.09 -
Aquatic Lifestyle Assistant
East Ayrshire Leisure
2024.09 - Current
Swimming Instructor
Loudoun Mains Country Club
2024.01 - 2025.08