Claire Thompson
Colchester,Essex
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in verbal and written communication, collaborative teamwork, and strategic problem-solving. Demonstrates flexibility, resilience, and a commitment to creativity and innovation in achieving organisational goals. Dedicated to leveraging core competencies to drive impactful results while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Coach/Swim Instructor
Mini Swimming
Colchester, Essex
09.2022 - Current
- Provided swim instruction to individuals of all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable learning environment.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities, fostering an inclusive environment for all students.
- Implemented safety protocols during lessons to ensure the well-being of all swimmers under supervision and kept adequate records of any accidents.
- Managed a team of teachers and ensured that lessons were fun and educational.
- Responded to any safeguarding concerns and followed safeguarding protocols to ensure the well-being of all children under my care.
- Collaborated with other instructors, fostering a cooperative work environment.
- Fostered confidence in students by providing positive reinforcement and constructive feedback during lessons.
- Demonstrated proper swimming techniques for better understanding and replication.
Student Counsellor
The Gilberd School
Colchester, Essex
10.2022 - 07.2024
- As a part of my Master's degree, I completed a placement as a counsellor at a secondary school in Essex.
- I saw up to four students per week in a therapeutic setting, conducting psychodynamic therapy sessions.
- Students were referred to me by the school SENCO, and I saw each one for a minimum of six weeks, with a few having routine sessions for over a year.
- After each session, I wrote notes about what was discussed and my own formulations for each student.
- I had weekly supervision sessions with a qualified supervisor where we discussed the students I was seeing.
- I followed safeguarding procedures set out by the school to ensure the well-being of allthe students I was seeing.
Senior Swim Instructor
iSwim Bermuda
Hamilton, Bermuda
03.2015 - 09.2021
- Created lesson plans based on the needs of each swimmer.
- Communicated feedback to the children and their parents to ensure they were aware of progress.
- Collaborated with other instructors, fostering a cooperative work environment.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate individual learning styles and abilities.
- Coordinated daily activities during summer swim camps to ensure children were engaged and safe.
- Utilised engaging games during lessons for enhanced learning experience.
- Fostered confidence in students by providing positive reinforcement and constructive feedback during lessons.
- Demonstrated proper swimming techniques for better understanding and replication.
Volunteer Intern
The Family Centre
Hamilton, Bermuda
07.2019 - 08.2019
- The Family Centre is a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping children and families in Bermuda
- Specialised summer camps are designed for children who are in counselling services at The Family Centre, aimed at helping them learn and utilise therapeutic techniques
- I worked as a program team leader during the summer camp, overseeing daily activities and working closely with the therapists to ensure each child was progressing towards their goals
- I was trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and worked with the other staff to ensure all children were safe and happy in our care
Education
Master of Arts - Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy
University of Essex
Colchester 10.2021 - 12.2024
Diploma of Higher Education - Counselling and Psychology
International Career Institute
California, USA 08.2020 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The College of Wooster
Ohio, USA 08.2016 - 05.2020
Skills
- Verbal/written communication
- Collaborative teamwork
- Strategic problem solver
- Flexibility and resilience
- Creativity and innovation
Certification
Registered member of the BACP
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Counsellor
The Gilberd School
10.2022 - 07.2024
Senior Coach/Swim Instructor
Mini Swimming
09.2022 - Current
Master of Arts - Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy
University of Essex
10.2021 - 12.2024
Diploma of Higher Education - Counselling and Psychology
International Career Institute
08.2020 - 09.2021
Volunteer Intern
The Family Centre
07.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The College of Wooster
08.2016 - 05.2020
Senior Swim Instructor
iSwim Bermuda
03.2015 - 09.2021
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