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
2025.05 - 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
2025.03 - 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
2022.05 - 2025.05
- 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
2022.09 - 2025.03
- 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
2021.08 - 2023.09
Football coach (Youth Girls)
Tamworth FC
Tamworth, Staffordshire
2021.08 - 2022.01
- 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
2017.09 - 2021.05
- 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
2020.01 - 2021.04
- 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
2019.11 - 2020.01
- 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
2018.08 - 2019.11
- 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 2017.09 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies and Early Years
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 2014.09 - 2017.05
Postgraduate Diploma - Social Work
Lancaster University
Lancaster 2020.09 - 2021.05
GCSEs - 6 GCSEs, grade A-C including Maths, English and Science
Ashby School
Ashby-de-la-Zouch 2009.09 - 2011.05
National Diploma Level 1 - Engineering
Ashby School
Ashby-de-la-Zouch 2009.09 - 2011.05
Level 1 Coaching - Football Coaching
The FA
Nottingham 2018.09 - 2018.09
UEFA C coaching course - Coaching
The FA
Burton Upon Trent 2024.01 - 2024.07
Talent ID Level 1 - Talent Identification
The FA
Online 2021.06 - 2021.06
NVQ Level 2 - Counselling Concepts
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 2001.04 -
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
2025.05 - Current
Social Worker (CE/Missing/Trafficking)
Leicester City Council
2025.03 - Current
UEFA C coaching course - Coaching
The FA
2024.01 - 2024.07
Social worker (Child protection)
Leicester City Council
2022.09 - 2025.03
Football coach (First team)
Ashby Ivnahoe FC
2022.05 - 2025.05
Student social worker
Frontline/Leicester City Council
2021.08 - 2023.09
Football coach (Youth Girls)
Tamworth FC
2021.08 - 2022.01
Talent ID Level 1 - Talent Identification
The FA
2021.06 - 2021.06
Postgraduate Diploma - Social Work
Lancaster University
2020.09 - 2021.05
Key worker and PE Coordinator
The Linnet private education worker
2020.01 - 2021.04
Pastoral Lead
Jubilee School
2019.11 - 2020.01
Level 1 Coaching - Football Coaching
The FA
2018.09 - 2018.09
Behaviour Mentor
Redmoor Academy
2018.08 - 2019.11
Football coach - Youth
Ashby Ivanhoe FC
2017.09 - 2021.05
Master of Science - Psychology
Nottingham Trent University
2017.09 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies and Early Years
Nottingham Trent University
2014.09 - 2017.05
GCSEs - 6 GCSEs, grade A-C including Maths, English and Science
Ashby School
2009.09 - 2011.05
National Diploma Level 1 - Engineering
Ashby School
2009.09 - 2011.05
NVQ Level 2 - Counselling Concepts
Nottingham Trent University
2001.04 -