James Sesay
Coventry
Summary
Adaptable professional with dual British-Dutch citizenship and a BA (Hons) in Drama, Theatre, and Filmmaking from Aberystwyth University. Experience spans education, hospitality, sales, care, cleaning, and creative performance, demonstrating strong empathy and a solutions-focused approach under pressure. Multilingual communicator with cultural awareness from living in Sierra Leone, the Netherlands, and the UK, facilitating effective connections with diverse individuals. Adaptable professional with a background in education, hospitality, and creative performance. Demonstrates empathy, discipline, and a calm, solutions-focused approach under pressure. Leverages multilingual communication skills and cultural awareness to connect with diverse individuals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Mentor
Angloville
06.2025 - Current
- Volunteered for three weeks across multiple Polish towns, teaching children aged 6-18.
- Supported conversational learning through games, mentoring, and creative interaction.
Bar and Kitchen Assistant
The White Horse
Aberystwyth
01.2025 - Current
- Worked both in the kitchen and front of house.
- Served food and drinks with professionalism and teamwork in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Cleaning Staff
Aberystwyth University Accommodation
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained good hygiene standards and completed room turnovers efficiently during busy university accommodation periods.
Sales Associate
Cosmetic Teeth Whitening Products
London Olympia
01.2023 - Current
- Promoted and sold cosmetic products at exhibitions.
- Developed persuasive communication and confident customer engagement.
Warehouse Operative
Multimatic
Coventry
01.2023 - Current
- Handled stock management and logistics with accuracy and attention to detail in a busy warehouse setting.
Actor / Performer
Film & Adverts
UK-wide
01.2022 - Current
- Worked as a supporting actor in a feature film and adverts.
- Gained creative discipline and collaboration skills within production environments.
Carer for Dementia Patients
MHA Hafan y Waun
Aberystwyth
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided full-time care and support to elderly residents.
- Focused on patience, dignity and emotional understanding.
Cashier
Premier Store
Aberystwyth
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed daily transactions, supported customers, and maintained professionalism during busy shifts.
Various Roles
FMCG/ Care/ Cleaning Roles
UK & Netherlands
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed versatility and reliability through diverse roles in fast-moving consumer goods, care, and cleaning industries.
Waiter
Brandon Hall Hotel & Spa
Coventry
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Delivered high standard service during weddings and events.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities with calm efficiency.
Carer
Brandon Hall Hotel & Spa
Coventry
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Supported elderly residents in full-time care.
- Awarded a Kindness Award in 2019 for assisting in an emergency.
Education
GCSEs - vairty
Foxford School
Coventry, COV01-2016
A-Levels - everthing
RVC de Hef
Rotherham, ROT01-2013
BA - Theatre and Performance Design
Aberystwyth University
07-2025
BTEC Extended Diploma - Drama & Theatre
Coventry College
01-2019
Skills
- Communication
- Customer service
- Sales
- Multilingual (English, Dutch & Krio fluent)
- Care & Support
- Elderly/dementia care
- Youth mentoring
- Team & Organisation
- Teamwork
- Good Time Management
- Reliable
- Practical Skills
- Cleaning and upholding good hygiene standards
- Calm under pressure
- Adaptable
- Empathetic
- Food safety
- Food preparation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Order processing
- Creative problem solving
- Adaptable communication
- Conflict resolution
- Multi-tasking efficiency
- Health regulations
Personal Information
- British
- Dutch
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-sesay-033b0a25a/
References
Available upon request.
Languages
English, Afrikaans
First Language
Interests
- Gym
- Swimming
- gaming
- learning new things
Timeline
English Language Mentor
Angloville
06.2025 - Current
Bar and Kitchen Assistant
The White Horse
01.2025 - Current
Cleaning Staff
Aberystwyth University Accommodation
06.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Cosmetic Teeth Whitening Products
01.2023 - Current
Warehouse Operative
Multimatic
01.2023 - Current
Actor / Performer
Film & Adverts
01.2022 - Current
Carer for Dementia Patients
MHA Hafan y Waun
01.2022 - 01.2023
Cashier
Premier Store
01.2020 - 01.2022
Various Roles
FMCG/ Care/ Cleaning Roles
01.2019 - 01.2022
Waiter
Brandon Hall Hotel & Spa
01.2019 - 01.2020
Carer
Brandon Hall Hotel & Spa
01.2018 - 01.2019
GCSEs - vairty
Foxford School
A-Levels - everthing
RVC de Hef
BA - Theatre and Performance Design
Aberystwyth University
BTEC Extended Diploma - Drama & Theatre
Coventry College