Emma Dawkins

I am a dedicated and hard-working individual, as well as being very motivated, I excel as a visual learner who quickly grasps new skills when demonstrated. My reliability and commitment to achieving the highest standards in my work drive me to always give my best effort. I thrive on engaging in a variety of tasks and enjoy being in a hands-on environment.

Over the past year, I have gained a high interest in the bricklaying industry, and I have completed a Level 2 diploma in bricklaying at Hull College, I have gained many basic skills such as

- Health and safety

- Plumbing of walls

- Gauge of a wall

- Making sure everything is level

I have achieved distinctions and passes throughout the year. My passion for bricklaying is evident, and I am always open to feedback to improve my skills.

Over the past year I have built decorative pillars, a cavity wall, solid walling, isolated and attached piers and a twisting pillar. I enjoy being a hands-on worker and taking pride in what I build to produce neat and accurate work.

In addition to my bricklaying skills, I work well independently and in a team. As well as making sure to develop my skills to a high professional standard. I have developed confidence in the tasks I have been given to complete. I have always pushed myself to do the best I can, and I am very dedicated to the different things I build. I am a perfectionist in what I do and always double-check my work to make sure it's done correctly and to a high standard.

Dedication, hardworking, and determination are qualities that I have. I have always been a hard worker, always wanting to do the best of my ability as well as pushing beyond that to better my work. I am dedicated to the things I do and will stay behind if to get things finished. I am very determined to show off what I can do and what I am capable of.

My goal is to become a fully qualified bricklayer, and my long-term ambition is to hopefully progress to site manager. I'm punctual, reliable and always ready to learn and enjoy having a challenge

Currently, I am looking forward to expanding my knowledge hopefully through an apprenticeship in bricklaying.

I have a wide range of hobbies and interests that reflect my passion for creativity, discipline, and connection with nature. One of my main hobbies is playing the guitar, a skill I have nurtured since childhood. Initially, I took formal lessons, but during the lockdown, I transitioned to teaching myself. This experience not only deepened my love for music but also strengthened my self-discipline and perseverance as I continued to develop my skills independently.  Another significant passion of mine is horse riding, an activity I have been engaged in from a young age. Horse riding provides me with a sense of freedom and a deep connection with animals, which I find incredibly fulfilling. My love for animals extends beyond riding, as I truly enjoy spending time around them and caring for them.  In addition to music and horse riding, I have a background in ballet, tap dancing, and gymnastics. I dedicated several years to ballet and tap, participating in exams where I consistently achieved merits and occasionally distinctions. I also had the exciting opportunity to perform in shows at Hull New Theatre once a year, an experience that I thoroughly enjoyed. These activities taught me the value of hard work, precision, and performing under pressure, while also fuelling my love for the arts.