Callum Laverty
Gourock,Inverclyde
Summary
Good communicator, with experience in fields requiring sensitivity and professionalism between myself and customers. Motivated team member looking to give everyone the best possible experience. Capable of making the balance between supportive and encouraging with professional standards and rule enforcement. Comfortable with and capable of working with individuals of all ages. Keen to get hands on and learn.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Pioneering Expert & Camp Counsellor
Camp Modin
Belgrade, Maine, USA
2025.06 - 2025.08
- Managed Outdoor activity sessions for children of ages 7-17.
- Gained/improved proficiency in teaching and safely coordinating outdoor activity sessions in; Canoeing/Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Auto-belay tower climbing, Ziplining, Suspended ropes courses.
- Gained American Red Cross wilderness first aid qualification.
- Organised and lead off-site camping and hiking expeditions in a small team of colleagues as well as provisioning for the safety of groups of ~30 children throughout.
- Monitored camper behaviour closely, intervening promptly when necessary for maintaining orderliness.
- Built team spirit amongst campers through various group activities.
- Coordinated with other counsellors for effective planning and execution of camping programmes.
- Developed skills in communicating successfully with children to find a comfortable and enjoyable while productive level of participation.
Pharmacy assistant
TLC Pierhead Pharmacy Gourock
Gourock, Inverclyde
2024.06 - 2024.09
- Managed the till and FOH, dealing with storefront transactions and customer service.
- Cleaned, organised, and restocked the cabinets, shelving, and FOH area of the pharmacy.
- Effectively organised and distributed inventory of prescription packages to customers.
- Was first point of contact for customers, helping them to get what they needed in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Astrophysics
University of St Andrews
St. Andrews 2024.09 -
Advanced Highers - Maths, Physics, Chemistry (A,A,A)
Clydeview Academy
Gourock 2018.08 - 2024.05
Skills
- Adaptable to change and capable of thinking on my feet
- Good organisational and time-management abilities
- Confident as a leader and as part of a team
- Good communication skills with people of all ages
- Experience working full-time with children ages 7-17, as an activities instructor, mentor, and counsellor
- Experience in high ropes and rock wall rescues
- Rock climbing expertise
- Proficient in ropes handling and safety management
Affiliations
- Rock climbing (Top-rope, Lead, Bouldering)
- Astronomy
Accomplishments
- As of 2024 I achieved my King Scout Award which is the highest achievement in scouting.
- I have several hundred hours of volunteering between scouting and assisting in younger maths classes in Highschool.
- First-aid trained
- NICAS climbing qualifications
Timeline
Pioneering Expert & Camp Counsellor
Camp Modin
2025.06 - 2025.08
Bachelor of Science - Astrophysics
University of St Andrews
2024.09 -
Pharmacy assistant
TLC Pierhead Pharmacy Gourock
2024.06 - 2024.09
Advanced Highers - Maths, Physics, Chemistry (A,A,A)
Clydeview Academy
2018.08 - 2024.05