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Frederick Yankson

Bedford,Bedfordshire

Summary

Dynamic and client-focused professional with strong interpersonal communication and critical thinking skills. Demonstrates the ability to self-motivate and excel as a team player, consistently delivering expected results. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive success in future endeavours.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work history

Security officer

Aspers Casino
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
05.2022 - 04.2025


  • Promoted a friendly, entertaining and safe casino environment while at the same time ensuring the casino is compliant with license conditions and Security Industry Authority (SIA) legislation.
  • Displayed a positive and consistent visibility on the gaming floor.
  • Minimised risk through the demonstration of an acute understanding of compliance and legislation.
  • Provided assistance during fire safety checks, improving overall workplace safety.
  • Trained new members of the security team, raising overall team performance levels.

Gap in employment

None
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
03.2022 - 05.2022

Spent time actively looking for a new job

Trainee teacher

Sharnbrook Academy Initial Teacher Training
Bedford, Bedfordshire
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Demonstrated patience whilst addressing behavioural issues among students.
  • Adapted lesson plans to accommodate individual learning needs.


Security officer/ CCTV Operator

Total Security Services
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
06.2019 - 08.2021
  • Operated and maintained surveillance devices
  • Monitored client's properties outside normal working hours.
  • Tracked and monitored company drivers while they made deliveries to shops and recorded and reported any suspicious behaviour or incident to relevant bodies for follow-up investigation.
  • Conducted site patrol to ensure physical site was safe for follow-up investigation.
  • Operated metal detectors and x-ray machines proficiently for preventing contraband entry into the premises.
  • Upheld strict access controls for ensuring building security.

Security officer/ CCTV Operator

Vision Security Group
Milton Keynes
11.2018 - 06.2019
  • Monitored CCTV for suspicious activity and reported events to relevant authorities.
  • Conducted searches and patrols for suspicious activity
  • Checked identification of visitors thoroughly to prevent unauthorised entries onto the premises.
  • Wrote detailed incident reports, facilitating ongoing improvements in security protocols.
  • Managed lost property system effectively, returning items to rightful owners promptly.

Security officer

Compass Services UK Ltd
Milton Keynes
05.2016 - 11.2018
  • Upheld strict access controls for ensuring building security.
  • Carried out health and safety risk assessments accurately for reducing potential hazards.
  • Managed lost property system effectively, returning items to rightful owners promptly.
  • Conducted body searches in strict accordance with company guidelines.


Warehouse operative

Unique Employment Services, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes
06.2015 - 05.2016
  • Improved efficiency with meticulous coordination of stock and inventory control.
  • Ensured high standards of cleanliness by regularly sanitising warehouse equipment.
  • Operated forklift trucks to efficiently manage heavy loads in the warehouse.
  • Coordinated with management, contributed valuable input during team meetings.

Employment Gap

None
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
10.2002 - 06.2015
  • Took a break from work to spend time with extended family.

Teacher of English

Mfantsipim School
Cape Coast, Ghana
09.1989 - 10.2002
  • Promoted a love for the English language through interactive activities and projects.
  • Tailored lesson contents for different learning styles to ensure understanding.
  • Stayed updated on educational trends and developments for continuous professional growth.
  • Collaborated with other teachers on cross-curricular projects, broadening students' perspectives.
  • Co-ordinated activities for clubs and societies in the school.

Education

Master of Arts - Special Educational Needs and Inclusion

University of Northampton
Northampton, Northamptonshire
09/2017 - 09/2018

Bachelor of Arts and Diploma in Education - English Language and Religious Studies

University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana
09/1989 - 09/1994

A-Levels - Literature, Economics, Christian Religious Studies, General Knowledge

Mfantsipim School
Cape Coast, Ghana
09/1986 - 09/1988

GCSEs - English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Lit

Mfantsipim School
Cape Coast, Ghana
09/1983 - 09/1986

Skills

  • Interpersonal communication
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Client focused
  • Able to self-motivate
  • Team player

Affiliations

  • Keeping in touch with friend and family for emotional and social support. Practising mindfulness to reduce stress and improve mental wellbeing Regular exercises at the gym to keep body and mind fit Keeping up with topical news and events
  • Cooking my favourite meals

Timeline

Security officer

Aspers Casino
05.2022 - 04.2025

Gap in employment

None
03.2022 - 05.2022

Trainee teacher

Sharnbrook Academy Initial Teacher Training
09.2021 - 02.2022

Security officer/ CCTV Operator

Total Security Services
06.2019 - 08.2021

Security officer/ CCTV Operator

Vision Security Group
11.2018 - 06.2019

Security officer

Compass Services UK Ltd
05.2016 - 11.2018

Warehouse operative

Unique Employment Services, Milton Keynes
06.2015 - 05.2016

Employment Gap

None
10.2002 - 06.2015

Teacher of English

Mfantsipim School
09.1989 - 10.2002

Master of Arts - Special Educational Needs and Inclusion

University of Northampton
09/2017 - 09/2018

Bachelor of Arts and Diploma in Education - English Language and Religious Studies

University of Cape Coast
09/1989 - 09/1994

A-Levels - Literature, Economics, Christian Religious Studies, General Knowledge

Mfantsipim School
09/1986 - 09/1988

GCSEs - English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Lit

Mfantsipim School
09/1983 - 09/1986
Frederick Yankson