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Devon Donaldson

Bristol

Summary

Highly motivated professional with a strong foundation in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. Demonstrates expertise in customer service, cash handling, and returns processing, complemented by proficiency in electronic point-of-sale systems and visual merchandising. Skilled in Python programming, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint, with a proven ability to deliver engaging presentations and collaborate effectively. Adept at fostering positive customer experiences through confident communication and effective listening. Committed to leveraging these skills to contribute to organisational success while pursuing opportunities for professional growth.

Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

CrossFit Assistant

Adaptive crossfit Henleaze
Bristol
05.2025 - 06.2025
  • Weekly sessions, assisting attendees with both additional needs and physical impairments in improving their core strength and relative strength using both weights and functional movements. making fitness functional, but fun.
  • Communicating with people with additional needs, improved Leadership skills gained by assisting in running classes and giving advice/problem solving for technique on specific exercises.
  • Listening skills and discussions required to understand each individual's fitness needs or requirements and being able to change and adapt plans to this effect
  • Adapting/changing workouts due to an individuals' limitations as a result of an impairment
  • Mastered advanced lifting techniques to provide expert guidance during workouts.
  • Conducted one-on-one coaching sessions, increased athletes' motivation and focus.
  • Fostered positive workout environment, cultivated strong relationships amongst members.
  • Ensured safety protocol adherence at all times for a secure workout space.
  • Developed individualised training plans by assessing member's fitness levels.
  • Led warm-up and cool-down sessions, ensured proper muscle recovery after intense workouts.
  • Consulted with clients to define goals and fitness capacity.
  • Built clients confidence and ability through unrelenting motivation and dedication.

Gardening and Maintenance work

Entrepreneurial
Bristol
03.2025 - Current
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Communicated with customers to establish end goals and aesthetic requirements.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • efficient handling of power tools, maintaining good standard of after-care to tools.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.

Shop Assistant

Barnardo’s Charity Shop Filton
Bristol
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Directed customers towards fitting rooms when needed for convenient try-on experience.
  • Prepared products for sales floor, steaming and presenting items immaculately for appealing displays.
  • Built rapport with new and existing customers to boost client retention.
  • Greeted every customer warmly, promoting friendly atmosphere.
  • Maintained clean, appealing shop environment for comfortable shopping experience.
  • Improved product visibility with strategic shelf arrangements.
  • Handled cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions.
  • Completed restocking swiftly post delivery arrival to ensure immediate product availability.
  • Completing stock taking and other administrative tasks.
  • Completing gift aid transactions and donations.
  • Communicating with customers, helping them with any queries they may have
  • Managed stock levels on shop floor for continuous product availability.
  • Coordinated closely with management on shop floor layouts and visual merchandising.
  • Guided customers to locate products or alternative items.
  • Completed purchases with cash, credit and debit payment methods, providing customer receipts for reference.
  • Worked energetically to maintain efficient operations during peak trading hours.
  • Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
  • Received and processed product returns.

Work Experience

GKN Aerospace-Bristol
Bristol
02.2023 - 02.2023
  • Gained experience in different department floors of GKN Aerospace.
  • Looking at both the practical sides of engineering and the software and theoretical side behind it too.
  • Communicated with many colleagues within the office giving insight into office working and engineering insight.

Education

GCSE - English Language, History, Biology, Maths, English Literature, Physics, Chemistry, Religious Studies, Computer Science

Patchway Community School

A-Level - Biology, History, Sport Cambridge Technical

Bradley Stoke Community School
Bristol

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Motivation
  • Customer Service
  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Presentation Skills
  • Microsoft Word
  • Python Programming
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Communication skills
  • Public speaking
  • Problem-solving
  • Point of sale operation
  • Electronic point-of-sale systems
  • Price tagging
  • Cash handling
  • Visual merchandising
  • Positive attitude
  • Effective listening
  • Returns processing
  • Confident communicator

Affiliations

  • Weight training
  • Cycling
  • Football- played for local team for 10 years
  • Airsoft
  • Garden maintenance
  • Lego

Accomplishments

In school I was granted the opportunity to join the Envision project. This was a project to create an awareness campaign working as a small team. We chose the topic of knife crime. We had to research and discuss the best methods to convey our message. During the project my School worked with the solicitors firm, Womble Bond Dickenson to create the campaign and presentation, this concluded with a public speaking event at Bristol University, where I led my team's speech. My team were announced the winners and presented with a certificate and an award for the school.

Languages

British Sign Language
Beginner

Timeline

CrossFit Assistant

Adaptive crossfit Henleaze
05.2025 - 06.2025

Gardening and Maintenance work

Entrepreneurial
03.2025 - Current

Shop Assistant

Barnardo’s Charity Shop Filton
06.2024 - 08.2024

Work Experience

GKN Aerospace-Bristol
02.2023 - 02.2023

GCSE - English Language, History, Biology, Maths, English Literature, Physics, Chemistry, Religious Studies, Computer Science

Patchway Community School

A-Level - Biology, History, Sport Cambridge Technical

Bradley Stoke Community School
Devon Donaldson