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Joshua Wood

Joshua Wood

Barnsley,South Yo

Summary

Dynamic and resilient professional with extensive expertise in coaching software, technical drills implementation, and fitness level assessment. Demonstrates strong leadership competence and empathy towards players, fostering youth development and player welfare. Adapt at delivering constructive feedback and motivating teams under pressure, with a tactical understanding of football techniques training. Skilled in sports equipment management, injury prevention techniques, and session planning to enhance team development.

Committed to maintaining high energy levels and strong physical endurance while ensuring health and safety compliance in fast-paced environments. Career goals include advancing player development strategies to achieve excellence in sports performance.

Enthusiastic Assistant Football Coach with knack for fostering team spirit and improving player performance.

Enhanced training programmes, leading to noticeable skill advancements and better match outcomes. Recognised for creating supportive environments and driving team success through tailored coaching strategies.

Offering strong leadership and communication skills with background in team coordination and motivation. Knowledgeable about game strategies, player development, and maintaining team discipline. Ready to use and develop teamwork, strategic planning, and coaching abilities in my own head coach role.

Passionate individual seeks experience in football coaching programmes for varied age and ability groups. Demonstrates excellent communication and relationship-building abilities for increased engagement. Learns quickly to build on practical and theory knowledge for helpful player advice.

Kitchen porter:

Knowledgeable about maintaining clean and organised kitchen environments. Excellent team player with strong communication and time management skills. Ready to use and develop problem-solving, multi-tasking, and customer service skills in any similar roles.

Dependable individual with strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining clean and organised kitchen environment. Possesses skills in time management and teamwork, gained through various roles in customer service and hospitality. Capable of supporting kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service.

Reliable Kitchen Porter with knack for maintaining spotless kitchens and supporting chefs during busy shifts. Known for quick, thorough cleaning and organising kitchen stations to improve workflow. Skilled in handling kitchen equipment and ensuring all health and safety standards are met.

Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.

Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.

Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Assistant football coach

MK Elites Football Academy
Barnsley, South Yorkshire
01.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated training schedules for optimal player fitness levels.
  • Utilised video analysis tools to study and improve team plays on the field.
  • Fostered a culture of respect and sportsmanship amongst players.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to manage player injuries effectively.
  • Improved player performance by implementing effective training drills.
  • Created a positive learning environment for all team members.
  • Developed individual player skills to enhance overall team performance.
  • Established solid team cohesion with consistent communication and feedback.
  • Adapted coaching style according to individual player needs, fostering personal development and improvement in gameplay.
  • Demonstrated proper techniques for various football skills to foster player growth.
  • Updated knowledge of football rules and regulations, ensuring fair play during matches.
  • Established positive team culture by building inclusive and supportive environment.
  • Ensured all equipment remained in optimum condition for training and matches.
  • Protected club equipment through appropriate storage and maintenance.
  • Built player strength and technique through strategic direction and mentoring.
  • Collaborated with head coach to curate game strategies and effectively utilise players' strengths.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions accordingly.
  • Provided coaching and mentorship to 80+ players aged 9 - 14yrs.
  • Planned cohesive training schedules to drive team performance.
  • Determined ways to improve overall football programme through innovative ideas and quality coaching.
  • Engaged positively with players in high-energy sessions to improve field skills and talents.
  • Conducted drills and skill-building practices to continuously build athlete potential.
  • Provided elite-level football coaching to specific clients on individual, group and squad basis.
  • Coached young individuals to refine specific techniques and enhance confidence.
  • Delivered technical and tactical training, equipping players with practical skills.
  • Educated participants on acceptable behaviour and standards of play.
  • Identified individual strengths and weaknesses, adapting training programmes to suit.
  • Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals.
  • Adapted coaching and leadership styles to suit individual needs for maximised athlete engagement.
  • Supported smooth running of events by arriving on-time and well-equipped.
  • Maintained safe training environments for minimised risk of injury.

Kitchen porter

The Longe Armes
Norwich, Norfolk
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Supported overall restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
  • Cleaned work surfaces, ensured hygiene standards were met.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
  • Streamlined workflow to reduce waiting times for serving staff.
  • Helped create a pleasant dining experience by maintaining clean cutlery and crockery.
  • Removed rubbish, kept bin area clean and orderly.
  • Completed deep cleaning tasks as instructed by supervising chef or manager.
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation for efficient meal service.
  • Worked under pressure during peak times without compromising on quality of work delivered.
  • Consistently adhered to food hygiene regulations whilst dealing with food waste.
  • Swept and mopped floors at end of shifts to ensure tidy workspace next day.
  • Achieved high levels of organisation with sorting and storing deliveries.
  • Ensured smooth running of the kitchen by efficiently managing waste disposal tasks.
  • Promptly addressed spills or broken glassware to prevent accidents in the workplace.
  • Kept a safe working environment by following all health and safety regulations.
  • Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
  • Removed dirty dishes from public and dining areas, maintaining clean restaurant service environments.
  • Assisted senior kitchen teams with ingredients preparation, enabling readiness for next service.
  • Remained calm under pressure throughout busy shifts, preparing and serving accurate customer orders within target service windows.
  • Improved service quality by working closely with kitchen staff to maintain smooth, efficient food preparation conditions.
  • Utilised storage effectively to keep kitchen equipment and supplies safely and clearly organised.
  • Checked dining area supplies and promptly replenished low stock.
  • Completed kitchen cleaning close down duties at end of day, readying areas for next shift.
  • Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
  • Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
  • Carried out wide variety of tasks to maintain optimal service delivery.
  • Rotated stock to keep ingredients fresh.
  • Took orders and portioned food for delivery to client tables.
  • Helped chefs with requisitioning stock within budget requirements.
  • Trained junior staff on kitchen processes to meet food preparation standards.
  • Collected, washed and sanitised dishes and cooking utensils.
  • Washed, peeled and chopped vegetables to be used in dishes.
  • Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked and sanitised.
  • Cleaned refrigerators, freezers and dry storage spaces to minimise contamination.

Education

GCSEs - GCSE's

Sprowston Community Academy
Norwich, Norfolk
09/2019 - 09/2024

Diploma of Higher Education - Football Education

Norwich City CSF Football and Education programme
Norwich
09/2024 -

Skills

  • Knowledge of coaching software
  • Technical drills implementation
  • Fitness level assessment
  • Player development strategies
  • Constructive feedback delivery
  • Resilience and determination
  • Self-Confidence building
  • Youth development experience
  • Sports equipment management
  • Resilience in defeat
  • Advanced football drills execution
  • Leadership competence
  • Fitness training methods
  • Empathy towards players
  • Familiarity with sport-specific equipment
  • Tactical understanding
  • Football techniques training
  • Strength and conditioning training
  • Team development
  • Session planning
  • Player welfare
  • Composure under pressure
  • Team motivation
  • Ball control training
  • Player development
  • Injury prevention techniques
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Warm-up safety
  • Goal setting
  • High energy levels
  • Strong physical endurance
  • Assisting in food plating
  • Punctuality and reliability
  • Multitasking capability
  • Basic knife handling
  • Use of commercial dishwashers
  • Pot washing expertise
  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Understanding kitchen hierarchy
  • Use of cleaning chemicals
  • Stock rotation principles
  • Worktop cleaning
  • Awareness of food allergens
  • Adaptable to fast-paced environments
  • Familiar with kitchen standards
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Team player
  • Food preparation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Training and Development
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Fluent English
  • Team standards
  • Organisational skills
  • Safety awareness
  • Cleaning
  • Surface cleaning
  • Waste management
  • Effective problem solving
  • Stocking and replenishing
  • Hygiene maintenance

Affiliations

  • I have played football all my life , started kicking a ball at 3 years old. I have played for many teams over the years and up to 4 teams at once from 14-17 years old. I have won many competitions with my teams whilst receiving man of the match for 4 out of 7 won.
  • I play golf a bit too much currently, not very good yet but improvement is there! I began playing around two years ago with the constant drive to be better.
  • I am a huge music fan, honestly do not know what I'd do without it!

Accomplishments

For prom in year 11 , I received "best sportsperson" of the year due to my outstanding performances in not only fixtures but training and lessons too.


I have won many competitions for football in my time playing, overall 14 cup competitions along with 5 league titles, as well as player of the season 4 times.

Languages

English
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant football coach

MK Elites Football Academy
01.2025 - Current

Kitchen porter

The Longe Armes
06.2023 - 07.2024

GCSEs - GCSE's

Sprowston Community Academy
09/2019 - 09/2024

Diploma of Higher Education - Football Education

Norwich City CSF Football and Education programme
09/2024 -
Joshua Wood