Darryl Barker - Wilkin
Leeds,West Yorkshire
Summary
An enthusiastic and hardworking individual with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Strong organisational and communication skills developed through education and personal experience. Looking to begin a career where I can develop my abilities, contribute to a successful team, and grow professionally.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Course Representative
Leeds Beckett University
, West Yorkshire
09.2025 - Current
- Gather opinions, concerns, suggestions, and comments from students on my course about on certain areas, whether that be the curriculum, teaching quality, timetabling, assessment, resources,
Making sure that these views are then presented back to the correct individuals, whether that be to academic staff, members of the student union so that in turn they can be implemented or worked upon
Then when this is done, I let students know what feedback has been raised, what changes may occur, or reasons why something can’t be changed so in the end all parties are aware of the current circumstances
Working in collaboration with both the University and the Student Union to ensure that student concerns are passed on and actioned when possible.
Student/ Outreach Ambassador
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds, West Yorkshire
10.2022 - Current
- Student Ambassador/ Outreach Ambassador - This can mainly be through I am an ambassador for the university, which could involve working on open days/applicant days and telling people about my experience at Leeds Beckett or it could be giving campus tours to visitors who want to explore the University campuses to see what facilities we have to offer, or it could be working on higher education days to high schools and colleges who are thinking of coming to university, or it could finally it could be going across the country to other towns and cities across the UK and seeing whether to persuade students at UCAS fairs to look at University.
Event Admin Assistant
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds, West Yorkshire
04.2026 - 07.2026
- • Managed the updating of personal information in the database, ensuring compliance with GDPR regulations.
• Responded to student inquiries via phone and email, effectively resolving queries by collaborating with various university departments.
• Supported the production of ceremony-related materials, including seating plans and ticketing, while assisting with event setup and closure.
Global Engagement Buddy Coordinator
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds, West Yorkshire
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisting with students form multicultural backgrounds and students studying from overseas settle in to the United Kingdom and more importantly University Life at Leeds Beckett University.
Assisting / managing with the organisation of cultural events/ trips etc., to which international students can attend to whether that be online or even in person.
Promoting these events on social media, or on other marketing networks.
Acting as the main go to person for international students should they have questions in regarding studying, working, or even living in Leeds.
Aim to provide a community feel for international students, whether that be through helping with academic, financial, or even social support regarding the student experience.
Global Ambassador
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds, West Yorkshire
11.2024 - 12.2025
- Promoting Leeds Beckett University to international Students
Helping international students from overseas gain entry into the UK and enroll into Leeds Beckett University
Helping international Students with their Evisas ( online Visa application form)
Making sure international students know about the university and making sure they are settled in
Organising workshops and showcases which represent countries across the world.
Helping out with the Leeds Beckett University Summer School Program
Organising/planning and working on University trips and days out to different locations across the UK for international students to go on.
Leading Campus tours around Leeds Beckett University
Welcome Helpline Agent
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds, West Yorkshire
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Answering inquiries - Via phone, email, chat or in‑person - About practical stuff: how to get to campus, course registration, accommodation, induction schedules, transport, etc.
Helping with urgent or logistical issues (lost luggage, visa queries, delays, etc.).
Signposting / Referring - If a student has a question that the agent can’t directly solve, they’ll direct them to the right service (student services, international office, library, tech support, counselling etc.).
Helping students find correct contacts or resources.
Providing support and reassurance
Students arriving for their first time, they might be stressed, confused, tired; it is my duty to gives friendl, calm help/advice.
Sometimes dealing with upset or frustrated students.
Giving out general information and guidance, how to use certain systems, (welcome, library, enrollment, registration),
Record keeping / administration
Logging inquiries, issues; tracking what people ask;
Keeping information up‑to‑date.
Working with multiple university departments — international office, student services, accommodation, estates, etc.
Welcome Ambassador
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds, West Yorkshire
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisting in Student Services Centers and other busy areas on campus during Welcome Week.
Helping with campus card production (making/issuing student ID cards) during the welcome period.
Answering face-to-face queries from students — guiding people; providing information about where things are, what services are available; helping with basic “where do I go?” / “what do I do next?” type questions.
Managing queue i.e., helping control, organise, or speed up queues at busy service points or information desks.
Being friendly, approachable, and generally contributing to a positive and welcoming environment for students arriving at the university. Making sure people feel welcome, and being there first point of contact during their first few weeks at university.
Student Activities Programme Assistant
Leeds Beckett University Student Union
Leeds, West Yorkshire
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Student Activities Programme Assistant - This can be through helping the student union work on major events such as welcome week or freshers week such as the freshers fair or maybe its helping with other events such as job fairs organised by the Student union, or Christmas fairs or even trips or days out that are organised by the student union as well. One last thing that could be manged could be that I would sometimes be manging stock behind the venues of facilities used by Leeds Beckett Student Union as well to make sure that everything is fully replenished for future events.
Education
Master of Arts - International Trade and Finance
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds01-2028
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Finance
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds01-2025
A-Levels - Finance, Business, Poltics
Notre Dame Catholic Sixth form College
Leeds01-2022
Skills
- Student engagement
- Positive attitude
- Confident communication
- Feedback management
- Email management
- Communication proficiency
- Time efficiency
- Public speaking
- Self-motivation
- Critical-thinking
- Empathetic listening
- Data analysis
- Telephone etiquette
- Conflict Resolution
- Information analysis
Hobbies and interests
In my spare time, I enjoy maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle through a range of sporting activities. I have a particular interest in fitness, including gym training, athletics, and martial arts, which have helped me develop discipline, resilience, and a strong commitment to personal development.
I am also an enthusiastic film and television enthusiast, with a keen interest in exploring a wide variety of genres and productions. This reflects my curiosity and appreciation for different perspectives and forms of storytelling.
In addition, I am committed to supporting my local community through volunteering initiatives. I value the opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of others and enjoy working collaboratively on projects that benefit the wider community.
Timeline
Event Admin Assistant
Leeds Beckett University
04.2026 - 07.2026
Course Representative
Leeds Beckett University
09.2025 - Current
Welcome Helpline Agent
Leeds Beckett University
07.2025 - 09.2025
Global Engagement Buddy Coordinator
Leeds Beckett University
03.2025 - 12.2025
Global Ambassador
Leeds Beckett University
11.2024 - 12.2025
Welcome Ambassador
Leeds Beckett University
07.2024 - 09.2024
Student Activities Programme Assistant
Leeds Beckett University Student Union
08.2023 - 08.2024
Student/ Outreach Ambassador
Leeds Beckett University
10.2022 - Current
Master of Arts - International Trade and Finance
Leeds Beckett University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Finance
Leeds Beckett University
A-Levels - Finance, Business, Poltics
Notre Dame Catholic Sixth form College