Barney Saelensminde
Midhurst,West Sussex
Summary
Motivated and reliable A-level student studying Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Physics. Experienced in customer-facing sales, teamwork and running a small business, with strong communication, numerical and problem-solving skills. Keen to bring a positive attitude and strong work ethic to a customer service role at Aldi.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Work experience
Rolls-Royce
Chichester, West Sussex
07.2026 - 07.2026
- Completed a one-week placement at Rolls-Royce, exploring engineering and manufacturing areas, including quality control, factory operations, and laboratory testing to enhance practical knowledge.
- Completed their Graduate Starter Training and achieved a 100% score, demonstrating strong understanding and ability to quickly learn technical information.
- Inspected components for defects and quality issues, honing precision and attention to detail in quality assurance within an engineering context.
- Participated in laboratory testing and observed how engineering standards and procedures are applied in practice.
- Worked on factory floor, observing and engaging with manufacturing processes and industrial operations to reinforce understanding of production workflows.
Young Enterprise
Midhurst Rother College
Midhurst, West Sussex
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Co-founded and operated Vinyl Hub, a sustainable business transforming old vinyl records into decorative clocks and bowls, contributing to environmental sustainability.
- Created and managed TikTok content to promote brand and engage customers, increasing social media awareness and customer interaction.
- Marketed and sold products at local markets and fairs, enhancing sales techniques and customer service skills through direct engagement.
- Won the Area Award for Best Company and Area Sustainability Award.
- Progressed to the regional final and won the Best Social Media Awareness Award.
- Generated final profits equivalent to twice the original investment provided by funders, demonstrating strong commercial performance and financial management.
Education
A-Levels - Maths, Further Maths, Physics
Midhurst Rother College
Midhurst, West Sussex 09.2025 -
GCSEs -
Midhurst Rother College
Midhurst, West Sussex 09.2023 - 06.2025
Skills
- Customer service & communication – Experience interacting with customers and promoting products at local markets and fairs
- Sales & commercial awareness – Hands-on experience selling products, understanding customer needs and contributing to a profitable business
- Teamwork – Worked as part of a team to establish and operate Vinyl Hub, working towards shared targets and competing in regional competitions
- Reliability & responsibility – Demonstrated through completing work experience placements and taking responsibility for business activities
- Attention to detail – Developed greater insight through Rolls-Royce quality-control work, including inspecting components for defects
- Problem solving – Applied when developing products, responding to customer needs and working within the practical constraints of a small business
- Organisation & time management – Balanced business activities and competitions alongside demanding A-level studies
- Digital & social media skills – Created TikTok content to promote Vinyl Hub and increase awareness of the business
- Numerical skills – Strong mathematical ability through Maths and Further Maths A-level study, alongside managing sales and profits for Vinyl Hub
- Adaptability & willingness to learn – Experienced different working environments at Rolls-Royce, including factory, laboratory and quality-control settings
Affiliations
- I enjoy going to the gym and watching football, having previously played in a team. I also play table tennis casually and enjoy gaming in my spare time.
Timeline
Work experience
Rolls-Royce
07.2026 - 07.2026
Young Enterprise
Midhurst Rother College
09.2025 - 04.2026
A-Levels - Maths, Further Maths, Physics
Midhurst Rother College
09.2025 -
GCSEs -
Midhurst Rother College
09.2023 - 06.2025