- Photography
- Weight training
- Swimming and walking
- Playing the guitar and keyboard
- Live music and local concerts
James Macalpine-Downie
Whitstable,Kent
Summary
Resilient Waste/Recycling Controller skilled in performing physical tasks in diverse weather conditions. Collaborates with teams to achieve daily operational goals while ensuring safe storage and sorting of waste materials. Focused on creating a safe working environment and promoting efficient waste management solutions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Exterior Waste/Recycling controller
The King’s School Canterbury
Canterbury, Kent
05.2022 - 07.2026
- Sorted recyclable materials accurately, including plastics, metals, and paper, to maximise recycling efficiency.
- Sorted recyclables by type to aid waste management process.
- Sorted recyclables into correct compartments for processing.
- Adhered to health and safety guidelines while sorting through rubbish to maintain workplace safety.
- Stored sorted waste securely to facilitate safe and efficient further processing.
- Executed physical labour and manual handling for extended periods to support operational requirements.
- Adapted work approach to ensure effective task performance in various weather conditions.
Massage Therapist / Health Worker
BodyWell Group
Canterbury, Kent
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Administered therapeutic massage techniques to alleviate muscle tension and enhance overall physical well-being.
- Enhanced patient well-being through tailored massage sessions, fostering relaxation and improving overall health.
- Utilised a variety of massage techniques to relieve muscle tension, promoting relaxation and stress reduction.
- Administered soft tissue therapies, including massage and trigger point release, to complement spinal adjustments.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using therapeutic oils and lotions to enhance the massage experience and achieve desired results.
- Conducted client consultations to understand their needs and tailor massage sessions accordingly.
- Conducted initial consultations to assess clients' health conditions and determine appropriate massage therapy.
- Demonstrated proficiency in adjusting massage pressure according to client feedback and sensitivity levels.
- Used varied massage techniques, tailoring pressure to suit client needs.
- Maintained a clean, serene, and organised massage environment, adhering to hygiene and safety standards.
- Cultivated client loyalty by delivering compassionate and attentive massage therapy, resulting in repeat visits.
- Offered clients customised aftercare advice, including specific stretches and exercises to extend massage benefits.
Cleansing Operative
Serco
Canterbury, Kent
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Sorted rubbish and recycling at waste management facility, ensuring compliance with disposal regulations.
- Cleared public areas of obstructions, maintaining safety and minimising accident risks.
- Prioritised jobs according to urgency and worked with team to meet daily goals.
- Identified and reported damages or criminally damaged items to management for timely repairs.
Support Worker
John Graham Centre
Canterbury , Kent
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Maximised customer engagement and satisfaction by delivering excellent customer service.
- Engaged with customers to better understand needs and deliver excellent service.
- Actively listened to customers to fully understand requests and address concerns.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Promoted safe working environment by implementing regulatory standards, policies and guidelines.
Outreach Ambassador
Canterbury Christchurch University (CCU)
Canterbury, Kent
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Engaged with customers to better understand needs and deliver excellent service.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Met service time and quality standards by implementing efficient processes.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
Teaching Placement
St. Alphege Church of England Infant School, Whit
Canterbury, Kent
10.2017 - 11.2017
- Collaborated with team members to meet educational goals and enhance student engagement.
- Built and maintained courteous relationships with students and staff to foster a positive learning environment.
- Managed complaints with calm communication and problem-solving to ensure student satisfaction.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
- Achieved service time and quality targets.
Early Years Assistant
Swalecliffe Community Primary School, Whitstable
Whitstable, Kent
04.2016 - 05.2016
- Led small group sessions focusing on numeracy and literacy, providing targeted support to advance key skills.
- Monitored children's progress through observation and assessment, recording developmental milestones for individual reports.
- Supported early learning through play-based activities, encouraging creativity and exploration in children.
- Helped students exceed expectations by providing ongoing support and assistance throughout lessons.
- Demonstrated concepts taught by teachers during regular lessons.
Teaching Placement
St. Mary’s RC Primary School, Whitstable
Whitstable, Kent
11.2015 - 02.2016
- Actively listened to customers to fully understand requests and address concerns.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Built and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations.
Early Years Assistant
The Castle Pre-School, Whitstable
Whitstable, Kent
09.2015 - 10.2015
- Supported early years learners in developing foundational skills through engaging and interactive activities.
- Supervised children during activities and play, helping maintain safety and proactively address behavioural problems.
- Enhanced student wellbeing by encouraging health, safety and good behaviour.
- Supported student development by facilitating individual reading sessions and homework.
Early Years Assistant
Kindergarten Kids, (Whitstable Day Nursery)
Whitstable, Kent
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Supported children's learning and development through engaging activities and play, fostering an environment of creativity and growth.
- Encouraged social, emotional and physical development through engaging supervised play activities.
- Supervised activities, proactively removing hazards to maintain safety for children.
- Supervised children's activities to ensure safety and maintain a secure environment.
- Followed strict safeguarding policies and procedures, maintaining health and safety of children and staff.
Early Years Assistant
Joy Lane Primary School, Whitstable
Whitstable, Kent
11.2014 - 12.2014
- Supported early years learners in developing foundational skills through engaging and interactive activities.
- Assisted children in developing social skills through guided peer interaction and cooperative play.
- Supervised children during outdoor play and organised physical activities that promoted health and fitness.
Staff Liaison Officer
St. Edmund’s School Canterbury
Canterbury, Kent
07.2014 - 07.2014
- Supported physical, emotional, social and educational development through attentive, proactive learning provisions.
- Assisted in the development of educational materials and resources, ensuring they are accessible and inclusive.
- Mentored and advised students in tutoring capacities to aid personal and educational development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury01-2019
Skills
- Waste sorting
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
Interests
Timeline
Exterior Waste/Recycling controller
The King’s School Canterbury
05.2022 - 07.2026
Massage Therapist / Health Worker
BodyWell Group
09.2021 - 05.2022
Cleansing Operative
Serco
03.2021 - 08.2021
Support Worker
John Graham Centre
10.2019 - 06.2020
Outreach Ambassador
Canterbury Christchurch University (CCU)
09.2018 - 07.2019
Teaching Placement
St. Alphege Church of England Infant School, Whit
10.2017 - 11.2017
Early Years Assistant
Swalecliffe Community Primary School, Whitstable
04.2016 - 05.2016
Teaching Placement
St. Mary’s RC Primary School, Whitstable
11.2015 - 02.2016
Early Years Assistant
The Castle Pre-School, Whitstable
09.2015 - 10.2015
Early Years Assistant
Kindergarten Kids, (Whitstable Day Nursery)
06.2015 - 08.2015
Early Years Assistant
Joy Lane Primary School, Whitstable
11.2014 - 12.2014
Staff Liaison Officer
St. Edmund’s School Canterbury
07.2014 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
Canterbury Christ Church University