Cleo Vanderlanh-McKeown
Sevenoaks,Kent
Summary
Accomplished Lifeguard with experience in pool and leisure centre operations. Delivers comprehensive swim instruction and pool supervision. Offers flexible hours to meet team goals.
Driven Swim Teacher with talent for teaching and nurturing attitude. Possesses strong communication and problem-solving skills. Dedicated to fostering water safety and confidence, ensuring positive experiences for all learners.
Outgoing and friendly Receptionist delivering excellent customer service and administration. Excels in calendar management and scheduling, data entry and database administration. Focused and dependable with outstanding client communication.
Enthusiastic Hockey Captain with knack for leadership and team-building. Led multiple teams to victory in regional tournaments by fostering collaboration and resilience. Known for promoting sportsmanship and driving team performance, resulting in improved morale and consistent wins.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Babysitter
Babysitting
Sevenoaks , Kent
- Looked after children and was responsible for them
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Receptionist
Sevenoaks Leisure Centre
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing all front desk enquiries.
- Handled scheduling to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Managed phone calls, resulting in effective communication flow within the centre.
- Maintained an organised reception area for professional business environment.
Swim teacher
Sevenoaks Leisure Centre
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed students' swimming skills by implementing structured lesson plans.
- Maintained safe environment for all participants through constant vigilance during lessons.
- Improved children's water confidence with fun and engaging activities.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to address individual weaknesses in stroke technique.
Lifeguard
Sevenoaks Leisure Centre
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Ensured safety of swimmers by diligent monitoring of pool activities.
- Provided first aid for minor injuries, ensuring quick recovery.
- Maintained order in swimming areas with effective rule enforcement.
- Conducted regular pool inspections to ensure hygiene standards.
Assistant hockey coach
Sevenoaks Hockey Club
Sevenoaks , Kent
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective training strategies.
- Developed players' skills for improved game tactics.
- Ensured safety regulations, minimised injury risks.
- Boosted morale with regular, constructive feedback.
Climbing instructor
Clip n Climb
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked closely with beginners, easing fears through patient instruction leading to increased participation in the activity over time.
- Created an inclusive environment, making climbing accessible for people of all abilities through tailored coaching approaches.
- Evaluated participant progress regularly, adjusting training plans as necessary for optimised learning outcomes.
- Ensured climber safety with regular equipment checks and rigorous risk assessments.
Netball Coach
Lingfield College
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Developed comprehensive training plans by assessing individual player abilities.
- Fostered team unity and sportsmanship with daily team-building exercises.
- Implemented strategic game plans to secure consistent victories.
- Coordinated netball tournaments, ensuring smooth progress of matches.
Cashier
Lingfield College Stationary Shop
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Handled cash, customer service and stocking supplies
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing issues and concerns.
- Maintained clean and organised workspace to ensure efficient service.
- Processed payments swiftly for improved customer experience.
- Communicated product information to customers, driving informed purchases.
Kitchen staff member
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham
10.2024 - Current
- Improved kitchen flow by maintaining clean and organised workspace.
- Assisted in food preparation for enhanced meal quality.
- Ensured smooth service with effective communication skills.
- Multi-tasked efficiently to meet strict deadlines.
- Demonstrated teamwork by assisting fellow staff during peak hours.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport science and maths
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 09/2023 -
A-Levels - Maths,P.e,Physics
Lingfield College
Lingfield, Surrey 09/2021 - 07/2023
Skills
- Rapid decision-making
- Training and mentoring capacity
- Tolerance to stressful situations
- Use of lifesaving equipment
- Child-Friendly approach
- Encouraging fitness enjoyment
- Patience and composure
- Organisational efficiency
- Reliable punctuality
- Reliable and trustworthy
- First Aid & CPR trained
Accomplishments
- All round scholarship to Sackville school
- Sport award holder to Lingfield College
- Grade 2 Flute – Merit
- Grade 3 Saxophone – Merit
- Bronze D of e
- Silver D of e
- Gold D of e
- County Swimming
- Raised money by sailing around the isle of white
- Raised money by doing a triathlon
- Olympic swimming set to raise money
- Relay channel swim to raise money
- Youth Enterprise
Certification
NPLQ
AED
First Aid
Rookie Lifeguard instructor
STA level 2
Safeguarding
Adult and child swim teaching
Swim safe indoors
References
References available upon request.
GCSE
Maths, 8, Physics, 7, P.e, 7, History, 7, Computer Science, 7, English Literature, 7, English Language, 7, Chemistry, 6, Biology, 6, Spanish, 5, ADD maths, E
Timeline
Kitchen staff member
Nottingham Trent University
10.2024 - Current
Receptionist
Sevenoaks Leisure Centre
06.2024 - 10.2024
Swim teacher
Sevenoaks Leisure Centre
01.2023 - 10.2024
Assistant hockey coach
Sevenoaks Hockey Club
09.2022 - 03.2023
Lifeguard
Sevenoaks Leisure Centre
07.2022 - 10.2024
Climbing instructor
Clip n Climb
03.2022 - 08.2022
Netball Coach
Lingfield College
12.2019 - 03.2020
Cashier
Lingfield College Stationary Shop
12.2018 - 06.2019
Babysitter
Babysitting
Bachelor of Science - Sport science and maths
Nottingham Trent University
09/2023 -
A-Levels - Maths,P.e,Physics
Lingfield College
09/2021 - 07/2023
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