Bethany Swidenbank
Aylesbury,Bucks
Summary
A highly motivated and hardworking individual who is currently studying for their A-levels. Seeking to find a part time job which fits around my studies and extracurricular activities, with availability to work extra during the school holidays.
To achieve A-levels in Psychology, English Literature and Drama, and then continue my education at University to study Film and TV production.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Backstage Crew at the Wycombe Swan
Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity (Onstage Crew)
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
2024.11 - 2024.11
- Worked with backstage crew in charity production with regards to set and props, organising spacing and where everything needed to be in order to the show to run smoothly
- Kept the wings and backstage areas clean and accessible so set could be moved safely, allowing all actors to have space
- Helped transfer all large set pieces and organised them all into different groups so that it could all be transported to/from its original location before and after the show had ended.
- Aided in designing and making props, ensuring that they were all aesthetically pleasing, relevant to time period of the piece and had no safety implications/issues.
4skills Film and Tv Production
Virtual Work Experience
Online
2024.01 - 2024.01
- Enhancing knowledge of the TV and Film Industry, and the importance of all the different roles coming together to create an effective and entertaining piece of media
- Identifying key criteria of what makes a valued part of a team behind the scenes of a TV show
- Understanding the importance of using voice to speak out about important issues and this being effectively being displayed to the public through TV shows
Recreational Coach
Gymfinity Kids Community Club
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
2025.04 - 2026.05
- Providing children between ages of 4-8 in developing their gymnastics abilities in a safe environment
- Working within a team to safely set up Gymnastics Equipment including a Beam and two sets of bars, ensuring that there are no safety hazards that could harm the children
- Planning and running warm ups for the children
- Teaching core skills and values to improve children’s motor and listening abilities
- Providing children with equal attention and care so that they all feel welcomed and confident in their abilities
- Talking kindly and with respect to parents of children if there are any concerns with their child’s behaviour or if they have performed exceptionally well
- Adapting quickly to unforeseen circumstances such as staff absences to ensure sessions run smoothly
- Nurtured talent through focused mentoring, enhancing player potential significantly over time.
Student Tutor
Self-Employed
Aylesbury
2024.04 - 2026.05
- Providing one-to-one support to students in the local area for English Literature and Language GCSE, and SATS practice
- Working through practice papers, exam techniques and making effective revision resources to ensure that they achieve the best grades possible
Recreational Coach
Lynx Gymnastics centre
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
2023.01 - 2026.05
- Supporting children between ages of 4-11 in honing and improving their gymnastic ability
- Planning and running warm ups for the children
- Teaching core skills and values to improve children’s motor and listening abilities
- Providing children with equal attention and care so that they all feel welcomed and confident in their abilities
Young Leader
GirlGuiding
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
2022.01 - 2026.05
- Helping out at weekly Brownie meetings
- Planning and running games and activities
- Encouraging the girls to strive to do their best
- Level 1 and 2 safeguarding training undertaken
Pebblebrook Outreach Programme Leader
School
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
2024.09 - 2025.04
- Organising activities such as games, crafts and quizzes for young people between the ages of 16-18 who have special educational needs or difficulties
- Communicating effectively to ensure that the students do not feel as though they are being talked down to, and to ensure they have a fun, enjoyable time of doing activities that they want to do
- Adapting and listening to feedback given by both the pupils and the teachers to create an inclusive environment where everyone has a say
- Working as a team with other leaders to manage finance, create a ROTA, and plan activities which we collectively agree on
- Organising and executing a Bake Sale which raised over £300 for a Bowling Trip for the Pebblebrook students
Seasonal Elf Performer
Dobbies Garden Centre (Aylesbury Branch)
Aylesbury
2024.11 - 2024.12
- Effective time management through ensuring that we stuck to the 10 minute time slots allocated to the children, whilst making sure each child has a chance to enjoy the wonder and magic of the Grotto
- Entertaining families at Santa’s Breakfast in the Restaurant, including playing games, helping serve them food, and making sure that they all feel comfortable and have everything they need
- Quick problem-solving when we were faced with issues such as a backlog of customers or the photo machine breaking
- Delivering memorable grotto visits by preparing and helping children meet Santa, ensuring to keep the magic and excitement alive
- Interacting + Engaging with children between the ages of 1-11 in a variety of different ways, including answering any questions they may have, playing games with them and running arts & crafts activities
Mental Wellbeing Ambassador
School
Aylesbury
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Supporting Peers with mental health difficulties
- Reporting any safeguarding concerns to Senior Leaders
- Providing a safe space for students and to help provide them with confidence to seek support for their mental wellbeing
Education
GCSE - Biology, Drama, Dance, English Literature, English Language, French, Geography, Maths, Psychology
Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School
Aylesbury 2019.01 - 2026.05
Skills
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Empathy and understanding
- Time-Management
- Leadership
- Child protection awareness
- Set design awareness
References
- Megan, Hard, Leader at 1st Stone Brownies, Megan.Hard@paccar.com
- Julie, Pilkington, Form Tutor at Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School, jpilkington@shfgs.co.uk
Interests
Currently a member of 1st Aylesbury Rangers where we enjoy independently planning our evening entertainment focusing on outdoor activities and cooking., Enjoys participating in dance lessons, taking part in a variety of different styles, with a passion in Acrobatics and Contemporary, Passionate about reading literary books in spare time, especially by authors such as Holly Bourne and Rachael Lippincott, Likes to write short stories and articles in free time about important issues in the world
Accomplishments
- Part of Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School’s Student Newspaper - The Floydian Journal
- Took part in charity performances of The Wiz!, Nativity! The Musical, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which all individually raised £50,000 for the Florence Nightingale Hospice
- Selected for a GirlGuiding International Trip to Switzerland out of a vast number of individuals, wherein which I had to further raise £1000 pounds for the trip
Certification
- TV & Film Work Experience - Springpod
- Opportunities for Me at the BBC - Springpod
- Level 1 Gymnastics Coaching Certificate - British Gymnastics
- Safeguarding & Protecting Children In Gymnastics - UK Coaching
- Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award
- Level 1 Dance Leaders Qualification
- Level 2 Dance Leaders Qualification
- Girl Guiding Young Leader qualification
Affiliations
- I have been a passionate dancer for the past 7 years, partaking in styles such as Jazz, Acro, Contemporary, Commercial and Musical Theatre
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Recreational Coach
Gymfinity Kids Community Club
2025.04 - 2026.05
Backstage Crew at the Wycombe Swan
Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity (Onstage Crew)
2024.11 - 2024.11
Seasonal Elf Performer
Dobbies Garden Centre (Aylesbury Branch)
2024.11 - 2024.12
Pebblebrook Outreach Programme Leader
School
2024.09 - 2025.04
Student Tutor
Self-Employed
2024.04 - 2026.05
4skills Film and Tv Production
Virtual Work Experience
2024.01 - 2024.01
Recreational Coach
Lynx Gymnastics centre
2023.01 - 2026.05
Young Leader
GirlGuiding
2022.01 - 2026.05
Mental Wellbeing Ambassador
School
2022.01 - 2023.01
GCSE - Biology, Drama, Dance, English Literature, English Language, French, Geography, Maths, Psychology
Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School
2019.01 - 2026.05