James Fortune
Sough,Lancashire
Summary
Detail-oriented professional holding distinction-level ILM Level 3 qualification in team leading and supervision, showcasing expertise in project management, team building, self-awareness, and financial acumen.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Laboratory technician
Silentnight, Barnoldswick
Barnoldswick
- My responsibilities as a Laboratory Technician were to conduct routine calibration of measuring equipment on a daily basis, to prepare samples for testing and to carry out flammability testing of products and physical testing of raw materials in accordance with the correct British Standards and following strict test procedures. I was required to assemble furniture to assess the product, the quality of the materials, ease of assembly and to check the instructions and parts provided were correct giving detailed explanations of findings and photographic evidence. I used Microsoft Excel to plot the results from environmental temperature/humidity data logging equipment and verify they were within specified tolerances. I also compiled reports for the testing I carried out using Microsoft Word and assessed my results against manufacturer's specifications. I was required to work independently, using my own initiative and to work as part of a team.
Shopkeeper
Skol Shop, Skipton
Skipton
2023.01 - 2026.02
- I have worked as a shop keeper in Skipton for over a year now, working with money, tracking and rotating inventory, keeping good relations with customers and always providing a friendly service. I pride myself on having good people skills and going the extra mile when and where I can. I have also looked after the business for full weeks when the owners have been away which has helped to further my knowledge of the day to day workings of running and managing a business.
Personal assistant
Live You, Accrington
Accrington
2025.08 - 2025.11
- For this role I had to complete multiple training modules as I would be looking after a 28 year old who had cerebral palsy in all four limbs. My day to day tasks included getting him ready and out of bed, helping him with his personal care, helping him to make and eat and also providing help with physio tasks, all while trying to help him remain as independent as possible. This role consisted of many new challenges and opportunities to learn from and was full of what I believe are transferable skills.
Charity fundraiser
Charity nest, Northwest England
Northwest England
2025.05 - 2025.08
- For this role I travel around the northwest visiting different venues to raise money for different charities including dementia and veterans. This requires a great personality and good communication skills, while also having the ability to stay positive in the face of adversity and rejection.
Upholsterer
Silentnight, Barnoldswick
Barnoldswick
2018.07 - 2025.05
- While being the youngest member of the headboard upholstery team I have managed to learn the skills needed to provide a high quality of work at a good pace. My eagerness to learn has also allowed me to excel in the business as I have learned some jobs that people who have been upholstering for up to 10 more years than me.
Server
Abby tea rooms, Bolton Abby
Bolton Abby
2016.01 - 2018.01
- My role at the Abby Tea Rooms ranges from taking orders, working the till, making any drinks that have been ordered and taking out meals. During doing all this I have to have good communication skills and have to be able to act quickly and carefully in a busy environment.
Education
GCSE's -
West craven high school
Barnoldswick 2012.01 - 2016.01
Level 2 - Engineering
Nelson and Colne College
Nelson 2016.01 - 2018.01
ILM LEVEL 3 - Team leading/supervisor
Training 2000
Blackburn 2022.07 - 2023.07
NCFE level 2 - Education
Kendal College
Kendal 2026.01 -
Skills
- ILM LEVEL 3 Team leading/supervisor
- July 2023 to Present
- The course consisted of 12 modules, such as project management, team building, awareness of self and finance to name a few I also hold it at a distinction level
- Additional Information
- GCSE'S -
- FSMQ Financial Calculation B
- FSMQ Data Handling B
- Mathematics C
- Use of Mathematics B
- Statistics B
- English C
- English Tier F C
- Physics C
- Chemistry C
- Biology C
- Computer science B
- Design & Technology C
- Business & Communication B
- Care certificates:
- Disability access awareness
- Health and safety awareness
- Driving for business
- Drugs and alcohol abuse awareness
- Handling violence and aggression
- Working in a person centered way
- Safeguarding adults awareness
- Dignity and respect awareness in care
- Lone working
- HACCP awareness
- Food safety awareness
- Fire extinguisher use
- Working at height
- First aid awareness
- Infection prevention and control
- Fluids and nutrition
- Health and safety responsibilities
- Electronic payment system handling
- Retail operation understanding
Accomplishments
Completed a marathon, while raising over £1,500 for the MS society.
Timeline
NCFE level 2 - Education
Kendal College
2026.01 -
Personal assistant
Live You, Accrington
2025.08 - 2025.11
Charity fundraiser
Charity nest, Northwest England
2025.05 - 2025.08
Shopkeeper
Skol Shop, Skipton
2023.01 - 2026.02
ILM LEVEL 3 - Team leading/supervisor
Training 2000
2022.07 - 2023.07
Upholsterer
Silentnight, Barnoldswick
2018.07 - 2025.05
Server
Abby tea rooms, Bolton Abby
2016.01 - 2018.01
Level 2 - Engineering
Nelson and Colne College
2016.01 - 2018.01
GCSE's -
West craven high school
2012.01 - 2016.01
Laboratory technician
Silentnight, Barnoldswick