Jack Barker
Ilkeston,DBY
Summary
Dedicated professional with a Level 2 swim teaching qualification, demonstrating a strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Proven leadership experience in child engagement and group supervision, with a focus on conflict resolution and team collaboration. Committed to fostering a safe and engaging environment for everyone, while maintaining readiness for physical tasks.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Camp Councillor
YMCA
Medford, United States , NJ
06.2025 - 08.2025
- My responsibilities at camp was to look after large groups of children from ages of 6-15 Throughout the day this included making sure they get to activities on time and are participating Throughout
- Throughout camp I had additional responsibilities of working at the challenge Course on the camp which meant I was in charge of setting up and running the challenge course doing climbing and abseiling as well as doing the low ropes and high ropes courses zip lines giant swing and leap of faith which I had additional training I had to complete at the start before working that lasted a week starting from 8am-6pm
- During My challenge course activities I was needed to take charge in challenging and stressful situations as the activities' needed to be ran and made sure are safe for others to do and if there was any issues or problems with the equipment I needed to be able to see them and deal with them in the right ways to maintain the safety of those involved in the activity
Pool Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
legacy leisure
Ilkeston, derbyshire
04.2020 - 03.2025
- Working As a lifeguard and swim teacher was a really rewarding As This was My first job when I was 17 it helped me to understand the work environment and also the importance of safety in the work place
- This includes taking regular pool tests throughout the day to make sure the pool is at the appropriate ph. scale and chlorine levels and also taking the pool temperature because if the temperature is either higher or lower than the standard it can create issues and complaints that would make complications going forward
- As a swim teacher I was in charge on conducting lessons to groups of children aged 4-26 I would do cover for other teaches between My own lessons As I taught for three hours a day Monday to Friday except for Wednesdays so I would cover on Wednesdays and weekends from time to time
- During My lessons I had to make sure that all children was safe and looked after As improper supervision could lead to a dangerous environment for the children along with This I had too ensure that they learnt As much As possible and also have fun During the lesson This helped me learn how to be alert and attentive for long periods at a time while also giving a informative and accurate teachings to each individual child
- Being a lifeguard I had to supervise the pool maintaining the 10-20 scanning system to ensure all swimmers in the pool are safe and following the pool rules and if they break the rules then I would need to make sure they are by informing them of the risks and consequences of not adhering to them
- My additional responsibilities included cleaning the changing rooms making sure the floors are clean and not slippery to ensure customers are safe transitioning from the pool and also answering any questions I'm asked and helping the customers with any enquiries they have
- Over My years at the swimming baths I learnt many skills which have helped me to grow and better improve My professional development
Education
GCSEs - Maths Level 3 English Level 3 Science Level 4
Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy
Ilkeston, Derbyshire 09.2014 - 07.2019
Skills
- Level 2 swim teaching qualification
- Strong work ethic
- Effective communication skills
- Leadership experience
- Child engagement
- Physical task readiness
- Group supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- I have a strong intrests in comic books movies video games anime and also archery and rock climbing
Timeline
Camp Councillor
YMCA
06.2025 - 08.2025
Pool Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
legacy leisure
04.2020 - 03.2025
GCSEs - Maths Level 3 English Level 3 Science Level 4
Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy
09.2014 - 07.2019