Finlay Denniss
Grimsby,North East Lincolnshire
Summary
Dedicated secondary school student with experience in the environmental sector from work experience and after-school sports assistance. Demonstrated expertise in effective communication, relationship building, and problem-solving. Proven ability to assist in environmental surveys, devise public resources, and support children's physical education. Skilled in team collaboration, written communication, and activity planning. Holds a First Aid certification and possesses strong computer literacy including Microsoft Excel. Committed to achieving high-quality results and maintaining courteous working relationships. Career goal: To leverage skills in environmental awareness and child engagement to contribute positively to community-focused projects. Motivated student pursuing GCSE with a focus on environmental studies, demonstrating strong communication and problem-solving skills. Engages in hands-on learning through participation in surveys and public engagements, contributing to effective team collaboration and environmental awareness. Eager to apply knowledge and skills in practical settings to drive positive outcomes. Dedicated individual with experience in assisting diverse groups, showcasing adaptability and strong teamwork. Demonstrates effective communication and relationship-building skills while actively contributing to projects and achieving targets. Committed to maintaining high standards of work and taking initiative to support team success.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Environmental sector - Work experience week
North East Lincolnshire Council
Grimsby and Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire
05.2026 - 05.2026
- Supported Coastal Ranger in leading environmental walks, enhancing public awareness of coastal ecosystems.
- Conducted surveys of natural habitats and wildlife, contributing to data collection for conservation efforts.
- Recorded and organised survey findings at Council Offices to bolster environmental initiatives.
- Assisted in devising a coastal walk map to be used by the general public.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Achieved service time and quality targets.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Picked up additional tasks to aid team success.
- Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
- Prepared a range of written communications, documents and reports.
After school sport assistant
The Trin
Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire
02.2025 - 05.2026
- Assisted sports coach with PE activities to Primary aged children weekly.
- Supported children in developing skills to achieve personal milestones.
- Established strong, supportive relationships with children, including those with special educational needs.
- Observed set rules and regulations in completing duties, resulting in high-quality and standardised work.
- Completed work to agreed standards and specifications.
- Acquired practical skills and insights through shadowing senior staff, enhancing understanding of organisation's operations and policies.
- Engaged in diverse tasks to achieve Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award
Education
GCSE
Waltham Toll Bar Academy
Grimsby 2022 - Current
Skills
- Environmental awareness
- Health and safety
- Survey analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- Problem solving
- Activity planning
- Effective communication
- Written communication
- Public speaking and presentation
- Relationship management
- Team collaboration
- Team player
- Relationship-building
- Creative thinking
- Computer literacy
- First Aid certification
- Child engagement
- Drama theory knowledge
- Music and drama activities
- Drama writing
- Drama and role-play instruction
- Drama techniques
- Drama studies
- Acting and drama
Hobbies and interests
- I am a keen badminton player, and have represented the school in inter sport compositions on occasions
- I enjoy the outdoors, including fishing and camping
Timeline
Environmental sector - Work experience week
North East Lincolnshire Council
05.2026 - 05.2026
After school sport assistant
The Trin
02.2025 - 05.2026
GCSE
Waltham Toll Bar Academy
2022 - Current