Ben Heath
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Energetic Camp Leader with knack for fostering teamwork and creating engaging activities. Led numerous successful camp programmes, enhancing participants' skills and boosting camp attendance through innovative initiatives. Skilled in managing diverse teams, ensuring safety, and delivering memorable experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Teacher - History
The Hamble School
Hamble, Hampshire
2024.07 - Current
- Advised, mentored and encouraged students to develop abilities.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
- Developed curriculum to work with students and increase interest in history.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to improve students learning
Leadership Staff
Frost Valley YMCA
Claryville, New York
2022.06 - 2023.09
- Organised fun-filled events, resulting in increased participant enjoyment.
- Inspired positive behaviour, acting as an ambassador and role model.
- Built relationships with campers and staff through excellent communication.
- Mentored and developed 10 camp coaches to meet and exceed short and long-term goals.
- Maximised camper experience, managing staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage.
Front of house team member
Mayflower Theatre
Southampton, Hampshire
2021.12 - 2023.06
- Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Checked customer IDs to confirm age before selling age-restricted products.
- Enhanced guest experience with a friendly and helpful attitude.
- Elevated guest experiences by delivering tailored, personalised customer service.
Camp counsellor
Frost Valley YMCA
Clairyville , New York
2022.06 - 2022.08
- Managed conflicts amongst campers for a harmonious environment at the campsite.
- Helped campers to build, maintain and grow life skills through ongoing coaching and empowerment.
- Inspired positive behaviour, acting as an ambassador and role model.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - History Teaching
University of Southampton
Southampton 2023.09 - 2024.06
Bachelor of Arts - Film and History
University of Southampton
Hampshire 2020.09 - 2023.06
A-Levels - History, Economics, Performing Arts
Clayesmore School
Dorset 2018.09 - 2020.06
GCSEs - English literature and Language, Maths, Science, History, Geography, German, Drama
Clayesmore School
Dorset 2018.06 -
Skills
- Reporting and documentation
- Strong collaborator
- Conflict Resolution
- Child safeguarding
- Group handling
- Time-management
Affiliations
- Stand Up Comedy
- Wakeboarding
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher - History
The Hamble School
2024.07 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - History Teaching
University of Southampton
2023.09 - 2024.06
Leadership Staff
Frost Valley YMCA
2022.06 - 2023.09
Camp counsellor
Frost Valley YMCA
2022.06 - 2022.08
Front of house team member
Mayflower Theatre
2021.12 - 2023.06
Bachelor of Arts - Film and History
University of Southampton
2020.09 - 2023.06
A-Levels - History, Economics, Performing Arts
Clayesmore School
2018.09 - 2020.06
GCSEs - English literature and Language, Maths, Science, History, Geography, German, Drama
Clayesmore School
2018.06 -