Jonathan Blake
Ripon,North Yorkshire
Summary
Reliable and proactive, bringing strong observational skills and calm demeanour. Skilled in conflict resolution and maintaining secure environments, with focus on customer service. Dedicated to contributing to safety and security of premises.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Security officer
Showsec International
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
2026.07 - Current
- Responded quickly to any disturbances or incidents on site whilst maintaining professional calmness.
- Handled minor disputes amongst staff calmly and professionally, minimising disruptions at work..
- Wrote detailed incident reports, facilitating ongoing improvements in security protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections of fire extinguishers, maintaining readiness for emergencies.
- Checked identification of visitors thoroughly to prevent unauthorised entries onto the premises.
- Patrolled premises regularly, contributing to a safe work environment.
SEN Teaching Assistant
Principal Resources
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
2025.09 - 2026.05
- Created sensory stimuli for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder; eased anxiety levels.
- Managed behavioural challenges effectively, maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Provided one-to-one support to students, promoting self-confidence and independence.
- Tailored teaching style to suit diverse learning needs, achieving increased engagement.
Care and Support Worker
Camphill Village Trust
Malton, North Yorkshire
2020.10 - 2024.07
- Provided emotional support to patients, easing feelings of stress or loneliness.
- Established trust with patients for improved communication and cooperation during care routines.
- Assisted patients to participate in community activities, promoting socialisation and mental health.
- Offered companionship to elderly patients which significantly reduced feelings of isolation.
- Demonstrated respect towards diverse cultural backgrounds whilst delivering tailored assistance based on unique needs.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Personnel Management
Liverpool Business School
Liverpool 1992.09 - 1993.09
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Sociology
London School of Economics
London 1981.09 - 1984.07
Skills
I am dual licensed SIA qualified with SIA Door Supervisor and SIA CCTV License, with the addition of the Level 3 First Aid at Work qualification
I also have Safeguarding, Prevent, and ACT Awareness and ACT Security, behavioural monitoring training Certification
I have excellent customer service skills, and considerable empathy and understanding
- ID verification process
- Restrained use of force
- Property protection capabilities
- Decision-Making under stress
- Public area safety checks
- Security procedures adherence
- Customer service dedication
- Crowd control strategies
- Public relations acumen
- Ethical conduct upholding
- Body search procedures
- Anti-Terrorism tactics
- Alertness and awareness
- Surveillance proficiency
- Fire safety training
Timeline
Security officer
Showsec International
2026.07 - Current
SEN Teaching Assistant
Principal Resources
2025.09 - 2026.05
Care and Support Worker
Camphill Village Trust
2020.10 - 2024.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Personnel Management
Liverpool Business School
1992.09 - 1993.09
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Sociology
London School of Economics
1981.09 - 1984.07