Conrad Carrolan
Measham,UK
Summary
A highly adaptable professional with a strong foundation in empathetic communication and emotional intelligence. Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills, remaining calm under pressure while effectively collaborating within teams. Committed to leveraging these competencies to foster positive outcomes and drive success in dynamic environments. Whilst having a strong aim of developing individuals and myself
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Head Coach and set piece coach
Gresley Rovers FC
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitated open dialogue amongst team members, promoting mutual understanding and cooperation on the pitch.
- Adapted coaching style according to individual player needs, fostering personal development and improvement in gameplay.
- Assisted head coach with tactical decisions during matches.
- Developed individual player skills to enhance overall team performance.
- Monitored equipment inventory, maintaining an adequate stock at all times.
- Utilised video analysis tools to study and improve team plays on the field.
- Taking a lead on the set pieces for the first time.
- Reporting to the first team manager.
Social Worker (CE/Missing/Trafficking)
Leicester City Council
Leicester
03.2025 - Current
- Investigated suspected cases of child abuse, neglect and exploitation.
- Led a task force focused on combating child exploitation online for protection of vulnerable individuals.
- Educated young people on drug and knife crime to deter vulnerable children from exploitation and offending.
- Advocated for service users' rights leading to stronger protections against exploitation or neglect.
- Worked closely with law enforcement agencies when necessary to protect at-risk individuals from harm or exploitation.
Football coach (First team)
Ashby Ivnahoe FC
Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Facilitated open dialogue amongst team members, promoting mutual understanding and cooperation on the pitch.
- Adapted coaching style according to individual player needs, fostering personal development and improvement in gameplay.
- Assisted head coach with tactical decisions during matches.
- Developed individual player skills to enhance overall team performance.
- Monitored equipment inventory, maintaining an adequate stock at all times.
- Utilised video analysis tools to study and improve team plays on the field.
- Taking a lead on the set pieces for the first time.
Social worker (Child protection)
Leicester City Council
Leicester
09.2022 - 03.2025
- Devised intervention strategies with a focus on the child's best interests at heart.
- Developed tailored care plans to improve children's well-being.
- Strategised action plans, resulting in successful family reunifications after incidents of abuse or neglect.
- Prepared detailed reports and records to support ongoing cases and reviews.
- Established trustful relationships with families during difficult periods of transition or crisis.
- Managed complex case loads effectively under high-pressure situations.
- Conducted comprehensive home visits, assessing conditions and risks involved.
- Collaborated with legal professionals for best outcomes in court proceedings.
Student social worker
Frontline/Leicester City Council
Leicester
08.2021 - 09.2023
Football coach (Youth Girls)
Tamworth FC
Tamworth, Staffordshire
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated practice sessions to enhance team coordination.
- Fostered positive environment, resulting in increased player satisfaction.
- Conducted regular player assessments to identify areas of improvement.
- Reviewed game footage for better strategic planning.
- Managed team logistics for smooth match day operations.
- Coached junior teams, nurturing future talent for the club .
- Developed players' skills for improved match performance.
Football coach - Youth
Ashby Ivanhoe FC
Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Coordinated practice sessions to enhance team coordination.
- Fostered positive environment, resulting in increased player satisfaction.
- Conducted regular player assessments to identify areas of improvement.
- Reviewed game footage for better strategic planning.
- Managed team logistics for smooth match day operations.
- Coached junior teams, nurturing future talent for the club .
- Developed players' skills for improved match performance.
Key worker and PE Coordinator
The Linnet private education worker
Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Promoted critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving activities.
- Maintained discipline in the classroom by establishing clear rules and expectations.
- Organised field trips to enhance understanding of subjects beyond textbooks.
- Adapted teaching style according to varying needs of each student, ensuring effective learning process for all.
- Developed personalised education plans, ensuring each child's unique educational needs were met.
- Implemented behavioural management techniques to foster a positive and conducive learning environment.
- Provided emotional support to pupils dealing with challenges related to their specific conditions.
Pastoral Lead
Jubilee School
Eastwood, Nottinghamshire
11.2019 - 01.2020
- To work with and as part of the Learning Support Services team (SEND, Welfare, and Inclusion) to ensure full support for all students.
- To safeguard the children they serve and protect the children from harm in all forms.
- To lead on tracking the academic, attendance and welfare progress of the students they serve and support the teachers and SLT.
- To act as a role model for tutors by demonstrating high quality pastoral care and academic monitoring of students.
- To work very closely with the Senior Leader for Inclusion and Behaviour and other staff to reduce barriers to learning and promote academic and pastoral excellence.
Behaviour Mentor
Redmoor Academy
Hinckley, Leicestershire
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Organised group discussions promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills among participants.
- Facilitated conflict resolution discussions for harmonious relationship building between peers.
- Fostered personal growth in mentees with regular one-on-one coaching sessions.
- Enhanced mentee self-awareness by facilitating constructive feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with parents or guardians to ensure consistent support structures at home and school.
- Motivated proactive behaviour with ongoing encouragement and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 09.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies and Early Years
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 09.2014 - 05.2017
Postgraduate Diploma - Social Work
Lancaster University
Lancaster 09.2020 - 05.2021
GCSEs - 6 GCSEs, grade A-C including Maths, English and Science
Ashby School
Ashby-de-la-Zouch 09.2009 - 05.2011
National Diploma Level 1 - Engineering
Ashby School
Ashby-de-la-Zouch 09.2009 - 05.2011
Level 1 Coaching - Football Coaching
The FA
Nottingham 09.2018 - 09.2018
UEFA C coaching course - Coaching
The FA
Burton Upon Trent 01.2024 - 07.2024
Talent ID Level 1 - Talent Identification
The FA
Online 06.2021 - 06.2021
NVQ Level 2 - Counselling Concepts
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 04.2001 -
Skills
- Empathetic communication
- Empathy and emotional intelligence
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Calm under pressure
- Adaptable
- Teamwork and collaboration
Affiliations
- Football
- Dog walking
- Travelling
- Food
Timeline
Head Coach and set piece coach
Gresley Rovers FC
05.2025 - Current
Social Worker (CE/Missing/Trafficking)
Leicester City Council
03.2025 - Current
UEFA C coaching course - Coaching
The FA
01.2024 - 07.2024
Social worker (Child protection)
Leicester City Council
09.2022 - 03.2025
Football coach (First team)
Ashby Ivnahoe FC
05.2022 - 05.2025
Student social worker
Frontline/Leicester City Council
08.2021 - 09.2023
Football coach (Youth Girls)
Tamworth FC
08.2021 - 01.2022
Talent ID Level 1 - Talent Identification
The FA
06.2021 - 06.2021
Postgraduate Diploma - Social Work
Lancaster University
09.2020 - 05.2021
Key worker and PE Coordinator
The Linnet private education worker
01.2020 - 04.2021
Pastoral Lead
Jubilee School
11.2019 - 01.2020
Level 1 Coaching - Football Coaching
The FA
09.2018 - 09.2018
Behaviour Mentor
Redmoor Academy
08.2018 - 11.2019
Football coach - Youth
Ashby Ivanhoe FC
09.2017 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Psychology
Nottingham Trent University
09.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies and Early Years
Nottingham Trent University
09.2014 - 05.2017
GCSEs - 6 GCSEs, grade A-C including Maths, English and Science
Ashby School
09.2009 - 05.2011
National Diploma Level 1 - Engineering
Ashby School
09.2009 - 05.2011
NVQ Level 2 - Counselling Concepts
Nottingham Trent University
04.2001 -
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