Dylan Stewart
Leighton Buzzard,Bedfordshire
Summary
Results-driven Professional experienced in effective communication and innovative problem-solving. Achieved team success through exceptional organisational skills and an engaging leadership style. Focused on leveraging budgeting, decision-making, and talent development to foster organisational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
PE Coach and Sport Coordinator
Spark Schools
2018.01 - 2019.12
- Organise sports days.
- Create lesson plans.
- The organising of school games.
- Coaching different sporting disciplines.
- Responsible to keep up to date with admin.
- 5 - 13 Years of Age
- Encouraged team unity for improved performance on the field.
- Planned comprehensive training schedules, resulting in enhanced endurance and strength of players.
- Created individual development plans to address specific areas of improvement for each player.
- Fostered a positive and supportive environment, leading to increased morale and motivation.
- Collaborated with other coaches for exchange of ideas and methods.
- Introduced new drills into practice routines, increasing proficiency in game tactics.
- Tailored training methods according to individual capabilities, ensuring optimised learning outcomes for each player.
Teacher and Head of Sport
Knights Preparatory School
2022.01 - 2023.12
- Teach Natural Science and Economic and Management Sciences to Grade 4, 5 and 6 students.
- Preparation, lesson plans, assessments, reports, parent’s evenings.
- Design the student-centred holistic sports education program for primary school students.
- Schedule sports fixtures.
- Liaise with key role players from various other schools and sporting fraternities.
- Organize sports days and inter school events.
- Communicate with teachers and management to ensure a well-rounded balance of sport and culture activities.
- Accompany students on school tours and excursions.
- 5 - 13 Years of Age
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
Head of Sport
Pinnacle College Rynfield
2019.01 - 2021.01
- Organise sports days.
- Create lesson plans.
- Teaching aspects of healthy living.
- Organising of school games.
- Coaching different sporting disciplines.
- Responsible for all sport fixtures.
- Responsible for all sport tournaments.
- Responsible to keep up to date with admin.
- Scribing for children.
- Exam Invigilator.
- 5 - 18 Years of Age
- Coordinated travel arrangements for away games ensuring smooth logistics.
- Streamlined administrative processes for enhanced organisational efficiency.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to promote open communication and teamwork.
- Handled media relations, promoting a positive image of the club.
- Developed marketing strategies to increase club membership.
- Managed equipment procurement, ensuring high-quality standards were met.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments at sporting venues, safeguarding all participants' well-being.
- Implemented new health and safety protocols, maintaining a safe environment for players and staff.
Salesman
Hydrastay
2017.01 - 2017.12
- Drive to clients to drop off samples.
- Call potential clients.
- Generate awareness through personal social media.
- Work Hydrastay events.
- Part Time
- Coordinated promotional events to attract prospective customers.
- Utilised comprehensive understanding of the product range to advise customers effectively.
- Tailored sales presentations to meet specific client needs and preferences.
- Handled sensitive customer complaints professionally whilst maintaining a positive company image.
- Nurtured strong rapport with clients, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
- Provided top-notch customer service, enhancing company reputation for quality products and services.
- Updated project trackers to monitor proposal activity and verify alignment with goals.
- Secured deliveries with logistics providers, minimising potential delays for clients.
Franchise Area Manager
Phyzz Ed
2015.01 - 2017.01
- Admin for school’s contracts Sales Dealing with customer relations.
- Basic accounting for the area managed.
- Organised coaches for contracted schools.
- Developed lesson plans.
- Organised demo days.
- Responsible for prize giving events.
- 3 - 18 Years of Age
- Analysed sales data regularly for informed decision-making processes.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards to maintain brand reputation.
- Supervised daily store operations, ensuring optimal customer service delivery.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the organisation.
- Coordinated several successful marketing campaigns contributing to market expansion.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, leading to increased staff satisfaction.
- Approached new tasks and projects with enthusiasm and passion, increasing employee motivation and morale.
- Developed strong teams by skilfully recruiting, orienting and training loyal, hard-working employees.
- Managed inventory and reduced shrinkage by [Number]% through detailed monitoring of daily operations and stock.
- Defined business strategies and roadmaps to drive performance across sales, promotions and marketing departments.
- Evaluated sales and service processes to generate targeted improvement strategies and increase revenue opportunities.
Promotions Manager
Hit the Gap
2015.01 - 2017.01
- Manage staff at each promotional event.
- Ensured all staff knew the roles they had to perform.
- Be the middleman between staff and client.
- Part Time
- Managed successful product launches, maximising market impact.
- Improved ROI with cost-effective advertising solutions.
- Negotiated advantageous sponsorship deals, strengthening brand presence.
- Enhanced brand reputation through strategic public relations initiatives.
- Maintained constant communication with sales team to align promotional goals.
- Increased customer base through targeted direct marketing techniques.
- Researched current market trends, ensuring timely promotional strategies.
SEN Teacher
Booker Park School
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
2024.01 - Current
- Participated enthusiastically in school-wide events demonstrating commitment towards building a vibrant school community.
- Adapted teaching methods according to each child's requirements, facilitating better comprehension of subjects.
- Maintained comprehensive records of each child's academic progression and behavioural patterns.
- Provided emotional support to students, resulting in a more conducive learning environment.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and address any concerns they had.
- Incorporated practical activities into lesson plans aimed at making learning fun and interesting.
- Implemented behavioural management strategies to maintain discipline within the classroom.
- Utilised assistive technology tools such as speech-to-text software for children facing communication challenges.
- Devised engaging lesson plans aimed at catering to different learning styles of children.
- Coordinated closely with other members of staff to ensure consistency in teaching methodologies employed across the school.
- Developed strong rapport with students, improving their confidence and participation in classroom activities.
- Worked cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed.
- Set clear short-term and long-term goals to help SEN student progression.
Deputy department lead
Booker Park School
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
2025.06 - Current
- Managed department budget to minimise unnecessary spending and maximise resource allocation.
- Led team meetings effectively, ensuring clear communication of objectives and targets.
- Facilitated staff development through mentorship programmes which improved employee retention rate.
- Liaised effectively with senior management to align department goals with corporate strategy.
- Mediated conflicts within the department for a harmonious working environment.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to identify areas for improvement and professional development.
- Maintained high standards of professionalism whilst upholding company values and ethos within the department.
- Trained and supported new teachers by providing information on successful strategies for classroom instruction and management, instructional techniques and multimedia integration.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Education
Secondary Education -
Kathstan College
2010.01 - 2014.01
National Diploma - Sports Management
ETA College
2015.01 - 2017.01
Certificate - Kids Development
HFPA College
2015.01 - 2015.01
SAFA D License - undefined
SAFA
2015.01 - 2015.01
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate
UNISA
South Africa 2021.01 - /2026
Certificate of Higher Education - first aid
first aid qualified
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire 2025.01 - 2028.12
Certificate of Higher Education - coaching in education
BUD certification
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire 2025.10 - 2026.08
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Good Organisation Skills
- Determination and Patience
- Dependable
- Influential communication
- Innovative mindset
- Result-Driven approach
- Budgeting proficiency
- Influence and persuasion
- Decision-Making proficiency
- Engaging leadership style
- Decision making
- Workforce planning
- People Management
- Talent development
- Team Leadership
Affiliations
- running
- cricket
- padel
- Anything to do with physical activity
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
PERSONAL INTERESTS
I'm passionate about sport and living an active lifestyle. I enjoy surrounding myself with like-minded individuals who challenge themselves every day, strive for continuous growth, and push their limits. I believe that discipline, resilience, and a strong mindset are the foundation for success both on and off the field.
AWARDS
Cricket - Represented Easterns Cricket Association and Ekurhuleni (Club) 2005 - 2011, Cricket - Represent Easterns/Ekurhuleni (Schools) 2008, Ekurhuleni United Kingdom Tour 2009, Cricket - Certificate of Merit 2006, Cricket - Half Colours 2007, Cricket - Full Colours 2008, Soccer - Full Colours 2008, SISSA Football Festival 2008, Cricket Player of the Year 2008, Soccer Player of the Year 2009, Soccer - Certificate of Excellence 2009, Cricket Player of the Year 2009, Certificate of Excellence 2009, Sportsman of the Year 2009, Soccer - Full Colours 2009
Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - coaching in education
BUD certification
2025.10 - 2026.08
Deputy department lead
Booker Park School
2025.06 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - first aid
first aid qualified
2025.01 - 2028.12
SEN Teacher
Booker Park School
2024.01 - Current
Teacher and Head of Sport
Knights Preparatory School
2022.01 - 2023.12
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate
UNISA
2021.01 - /2026
Head of Sport
Pinnacle College Rynfield
2019.01 - 2021.01
PE Coach and Sport Coordinator
Spark Schools
2018.01 - 2019.12
Salesman
Hydrastay
2017.01 - 2017.12
National Diploma - Sports Management
ETA College
2015.01 - 2017.01
Certificate - Kids Development
HFPA College
2015.01 - 2015.01
SAFA D License - undefined
SAFA
2015.01 - 2015.01
Franchise Area Manager
Phyzz Ed
2015.01 - 2017.01
Promotions Manager
Hit the Gap
2015.01 - 2017.01
Secondary Education -
Kathstan College
2010.01 - 2014.01