Jacob Ruddock
Leeds
Summary
A skilled professional with expertise in fibre optic splicing, OTDR operation, and fibre termination techniques. Demonstrates strong capabilities in Ethernet networking and signal troubleshooting, complemented by a deep understanding of learning styles and stress management. Committed to delivering high-quality results while maintaining efficiency in complex technical environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Assistant tutor
Aim2Learn
Leeds/Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
2025.10 - 2025.12
- Boosted student engagement with interactive teaching methods.
- Enhanced student understanding by conducting weekly revision sessions.
- Explained complex concepts clearly, simplifying the learning process for students.
- Developed tailored lesson plans for improved academic performance.
- Supported learners undertaking telecommunications qualifications, including network fundamentals, fibre, copper, and wireless technologies.
Team leader
Axgro Foods
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
2024.05 - 2025.05
- Increased team cohesion by implementing regular feedback sessions.
- Handled employee grievances professionally, minimising potential workplace disputes.
- Developed strategies for improved performance level across the team.
- Implemented new working methods which improved overall efficiency of the team operations.
- Ensured strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations (e.g. HACCP)
Team leader
Golden Wonder/Tayto
Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
2023.02 - 2024.03
- Encouraged open communication, fostering a positive work culture.
- Led project coordination, resulting in timely delivery.
- Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Handled employee grievances professionally, minimising potential workplace disputes.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals (L2)
Aim2Learn
Leeds 2025.08 - 2025.10
NVQ Level 3 - Level 3 diploma in light vehicle maintenance.
North Lindsey College
ScunthorpeSkills
- Stress management capability
- Understanding of learning styles
- Fibre optic splicing
- OTDR operation
- Fibre termination techniques
- Ethernet networking
- Signal troubleshooting
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Exercise
- Volunteeering
Languages
English
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
Accomplishments
Marathon Completion & Charitable Fundraising (2023)
Completed a full marathon following a year of structured daily training, building progressively on an existing fitness and running background. The challenge was undertaken as part of a group fundraising effort in support of York Mind, contributing to mental health awareness through endurance sport. Despite sustaining an injury partway through the marathon, the event was completed in full, demonstrating resilience, discipline, and the ability to remain focused under physical and mental pressure.
Timeline
Assistant tutor
Aim2Learn
2025.10 - 2025.12
NVQ Level 2 - Professional Competence for IT and Telecoms Professionals (L2)
Aim2Learn
2025.08 - 2025.10
Team leader
Axgro Foods
2024.05 - 2025.05
Team leader
Golden Wonder/Tayto
2023.02 - 2024.03
NVQ Level 3 - Level 3 diploma in light vehicle maintenance.
North Lindsey College