Jazmin Younger
Whyteleafe,Surrey
Summary
Driven, resilient professional experienced in elite sport and physically demanding environments. Achieved league-winning success and promotion to FA Women’s Super League 2 through strong leadership and adaptability. Focused on leveraging skills, communication, and practical problem-solving to contribute to an ambitious organisation.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Semi-Professional Footballer
Queens Park Rangers
/London
2026.07 - Current
- Demonstrated leadership and accountability by leading through example and contributing positively to team culture.
- Thrived in high-pressure environments, consistently delivering performances while managing expectations and setbacks.
- Developed a resilient mindset through competing at an elite level and overcoming challenges with determination and adaptability.
- Cultivated strong communication and interpersonal skills through collaboration with teammates, coaches and multidisciplinary support staff.
- Applied problem-solving and decision-making skills to overcome challenges and adapt to fast-paced situations.
- Enhanced time management and organisational skills by effectively balancing professional football commitments with full-time employment.
- Demonstrated reliability and professionalism through consistent attendance, punctuality and thorough preparation for training and matches.
- Embraced constructive feedback to support continuous learning and performance improvement.
Gardener/ Soft Landscaper
TMGS landscaping
London, Surrey
2019.09 - Current
- Operated a range of landscaping tools and equipment safely, following health and safety procedures at all times.
- Managed workloads and prioritised tasks to meet project timescales without compromising quality.
- Collaborated with close-knit team to deliver projects on time and to high standards.
- Adapted to changing project requirements, weather conditions and deadlines, maintaining productivity in physically demanding environments.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic, punctuality and commitment, consistently delivering high-quality work in demanding outdoor environments.
- Established strong relationships with clients and colleagues through professionalism and clear communication.
- Resolved on-site challenges with practical problem-solving skills, ensuring projects remained on schedule.
Professional footballer
Portsmouth FC
Portsmouth
2018.06 - 2026.07
Youth Professional footballer
Brighton and Hove Albion
Brighton
2012.06 - 2018.05
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Sport Diploma
Worthing College
GCSEs -
Holy Trinity Church of England School
Crawley, West Sussex 09/2012 - 07/2019
Skills
- Problem-Solving and decision-making
- Time management
- Adaptability and learning agility
- Strong work ethic
- Resilience under pressure
- Leadership and collaboration
- Communication skills
- Accountability and personal responsibility
- Initiative for improvement
- Coaching and mentoring
Certification
- FA Level 1 Coaching Qualification – Developed coaching, communication and leadership skills through supporting player development and performance.
- Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification – Built knowledge of fitness, exercise programming and supporting individuals to achieve performance goals.
- PA1 Certificate – Safe Use of Pesticides and Spraying Techniques
Affiliations
- Searching for the UK’s best flat white (extensive research ongoing)
- Competitive board game player (friendships occasionally at risk)
- Dog walking (mainly for the dog, occasionally for me)
- Gig enthusiast (expert at remembering lyrics, less so at remembering ticket prices)
Timeline
Semi-Professional Footballer
Queens Park Rangers
2026.07 - Current
Gardener/ Soft Landscaper
TMGS landscaping
2019.09 - Current
Professional footballer
Portsmouth FC
2018.06 - 2026.07
Youth Professional footballer
Brighton and Hove Albion
2012.06 - 2018.05
GCSEs -
Holy Trinity Church of England School
09/2012 - 07/2019
NVQ Level 3 - Sport Diploma
Worthing College