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Jacob Grimwood

Jacob Grimwood

Watton,County (optional)

Summary

Recent graduate with passion for sports coaching, seeking to gain teaching experience. Offers enthusiasm and positivity to inspire students to consistently improve and achieve goals. Ready to apply training and adaptable approach to motivate students.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Staff member

Greggs Bakery
Snetterton, Norfolk
01.2025 - Current
  • Ensured optimal food quality by maintaining food and groceries at proper temperature, in accordance with food and safety standards.
  • Complied with food safety regulations.
  • Observed stringent food handling procedures, reducing risks of cross-contamination or food poisoning incidents.

Assistant volleyball coach

Norwich Spikers Volleyball Club
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2023 - Current
  • Delivered lessons with enthusiasm and positivity to inspire students to consistently achieve goals.
  • Consistently applied effective, innovative coaching methods to meet and exceed team needs.
  • Nurtured cohesive teams using motivational and team-building strategies.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and techniques, providing time for controlled practice.
  • Encouraged involvement of all participants in groups of 12-16.
  • Cultivated inclusive environments with zero-tolerance on bullying to promote interaction.
  • Promoted safety and welfare of young children by following safeguarding principles.

Bakery assistant

Watton Bakery
Watton, Norfolk
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Operated bakery machinery safely, reduced risk of workplace accidents.

Camp counsellor

Camp Lee Mar
Wackalaxen, Pennsylvania
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Maintained positive camp experiences through compassionate holistic support.
  • Addressed behavioural issues and resolved conflicts and fights between children.
  • Built relationships with campers and staff through excellent communication.
  • Acted professionally and responsibly to demonstrate core camp values.
  • Assist children with special needs with daily tasks
  • Teach high functioning children learn job skills, social skills and life skills.
  • Supervised groups of up to 20 children.

Games Master

Escape hunt
Norwich, Norfolk
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Gave performances in front of groups ranging from 2-6 per room.
  • Performed with energy and enthusiasm to fully engage audiences.
  • Communicated safety rules to audiences to minimise risk.
  • Tailored performances to different audiences and locations.
  • Handled feedback well, incorporating suggestions to improve performances.
  • Reacted to time cues to create desired visual, musical or comedic effect.
  • Serve beverages following company procedures.

Call opperator

Wincanton
Watton, Norfolk
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Surpassed customer expectations and improved brand image by following guidelines to process delivery requests quickly and effectively.
  • Processed orders quickly, providing customers with accurate order information.
  • Answered customer enquiries with excellent customer service skills.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing calls, expertly using call-handling technology.
  • Used outstanding problem-solving and communication skills to appease dissatisfied customers.

Kitchen staff member

Weatherspoons
Norwich, Norfolk
02.2021 - 07.2021
  • Utilised storage effectively to keep kitchen equipment and supplies safely and clearly organised.
  • Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
  • Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
  • Labelled and stored fresh food deliveries immediately to avoid spoilage.
  • Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.

Crew member

McDonalds
Norwich, Norfolk
03.2018 - 03.2020
  • Trained in food safety and hygiene practices.
  • Attended to customers with friendly and accurate service.
  • Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
  • Operated cash register to take payments and process orders.
  • Flexibly took on various roles to support workflow.
  • Maximised restaurant cleanliness and accessibility.
  • Maintained clean and sanitary food preparation areas and equipment.
  • Achieved excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.

Product advisor

Blacks Outdoor Retail
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
09.2013 - 05.2016
  • Streamlined processes to improve and optimise office operations.
  • Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
  • Resolved customer complaints and answered queries about store products.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Delivered outstanding customer care with proactive sales and listening skills.
  • Handled cash and card payments with precision, maintaining customer confidentiality and discretion throughout.
  • Advised alternative products to meet specific preferences or budgetary needs.

Teaching assistant in primary school

Sebert Wood Primary School
Bury St Edmunds
11.2012 - 11.2012
  • Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
  • Managed pupil behaviour to cultivate focused and productive classes.
  • Managed challenging child behaviour, running interventions to raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
  • Provided friendly, enthusiastic support to pupils in individual and group support settings.
  • Supervised pupils during lunchtimes and educational visits. This was primarily in the Blueberry club.

Teaching assistant in secondary schools

Howard Middle School
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
11.2012 - 11.2012
  • Maximised student learning time by providing smooth transitioning support between lessons.
  • Supervised pupils during lunchtimes and educational visits.
  • Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
  • Created positive, engaging learning environments to improve student experiences.
  • Provided supervision to guarantee safety of students during group activities, events and school trips.
  • Supported teacher managing classroom of around 30 pupils.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic communication

Norwich University of the Arts
Norwich
09.2019 - 07.2023

Diploma of Higher Education - Computer Science

West Suffolk college
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
09.2014 - 06.2016

GCSEs -

Bury St Edmunds County Upper School
Bury St Edmunds

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Individual and group instruction
  • Team player
  • Behaviour modelling
  • Student development
  • Special needs education
  • Time Management
  • Event Planning

Languages

English
Native

Timeline

Staff member

Greggs Bakery
01.2025 - Current

Bakery assistant

Watton Bakery
02.2024 - 09.2024

Assistant volleyball coach

Norwich Spikers Volleyball Club
09.2023 - Current

Camp counsellor

Camp Lee Mar
06.2023 - 08.2023

Games Master

Escape hunt
06.2022 - 06.2023

Call opperator

Wincanton
08.2021 - 02.2022

Kitchen staff member

Weatherspoons
02.2021 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic communication

Norwich University of the Arts
09.2019 - 07.2023

Crew member

McDonalds
03.2018 - 03.2020

Diploma of Higher Education - Computer Science

West Suffolk college
09.2014 - 06.2016

Product advisor

Blacks Outdoor Retail
09.2013 - 05.2016

Teaching assistant in primary school

Sebert Wood Primary School
11.2012 - 11.2012

Teaching assistant in secondary schools

Howard Middle School
11.2012 - 11.2012

GCSEs -

Bury St Edmunds County Upper School

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