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Lewis Giles

Salisbury,WIL

Summary

A dedicated professional with expertise in stakeholder engagement and volunteer liaison, complemented by a strong proficiency in SharePoint and Microsoft 365. Demonstrates exceptional skills in programme and event coordination, report writing, and formal communication. Adept at policy interpretation, governance compliance, and safeguarding with a focus on youth wellbeing. Known for problem-solving abilities, risk assessment acumen, and effective time management. Utilises AI tools like CoPilot for efficient report drafting. Committed to delivering solution-focused outcomes while adapting to change seamlessly. As a former Air Cadet, I have a deep appreciation for the structure, growth, and sense of belonging thatthe organisation offers — and I’m eager to contribute to its mission from a new perspective.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Police Constable

Wiltshire Police
03.2024 - 07.2025
  • Manage complex investigations involving diverse community partners under strict compliance and policy frameworks.
  • Lead communication with victims, witnesses, and partner agencies to foster trusted relationships and ensure accurate and timely outcomes.
  • Achieved resolution of disputes through effective negotiation and mediation techniques.
  • Handled sensitive information confidentially-respecting privacy rights of individuals involved in cases.
  • Maintain high attention to detail while balancing caseloads of 5–15 active cases, adapting quickly to urgent developments.
  • Draft formal reports and legal casefiles that contribute to operational planning, court processes, and inter-agency coordination.

Chaplain

The Bridge Youth Project
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Delivered mentoring and well-being initiatives across secondary schools, fostering young people's development through faith-based engagement and pastoral support.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents, and volunteers to embed holistic well-being into school culture.
  • Liaised with local charities/church organisations to coordinate community outreach initiatives and volunteer efforts.
  • Facilitated group discussions on faith matters, fostering mutual respect and understanding.
  • Attended meetings with church leaders to discuss strategies for better serving the community's spiritual needs.
  • Initiated inclusive community projects and supported individual growth through positive encouragement and accountability.

Labourer, Domestic Electrical Installer

Giles & Sons
02.2021 - 03.2024
  • Assisted in domestic electrical projects and home renovations, managing safety, documentation, and stakeholder expectations.
  • Oversaw multi-phase work plans from client brief to installation, balancing budgets, timelines, and legal compliance.
  • Undertook additional training to broaden skillset and increase versatility on-site.
  • Demonstrated precision and problem-solving in evolving settings with changing specifications

Housekeeping, Team Leader, IT technician Assistant

Moorlands College
06.2019 - 02.2021
  • Coordinated cleaning operations for conference centres and term-time facilities, ensuring a safe, hospitable environment.
  • Supported college IT infrastructure, including troubleshooting hardware/software queries and assisting users.
  • Fostered a collaborative work atmosphere amongst team members, nurturing trust and communication.
  • Trained and motivated housekeeping staff, meeting KPIs set by facilities managers

Postman

Royal Mail
08.2017 - 12.2018
  • Maintained public trust in a customer-facing role, upholding professional conduct while independently managing delivery routes.

Personal Trainer

Giles Personal Training
09.2015 - 12.2018
  • Ran a small business delivering structured health and wellbeing programmes for private clients across multiple locations.
  • Created tailored coaching plans for long-term client success, integrating health, motivation, and lifestyle factors.
  • Prioritised clear communication whilst explaining complex exercises to clients of varied fitness levels.

Health and Fitness Manager

1Life
11.2011 - 02.2016
  • Managed day-to-day operations of gym and leisure centres, meeting targets around safety, cleanliness, and customer experience.
  • Line-managed fitness teams, supported internal training, and implemented financial controls to ensure sustainability.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous learning amongst staff through development initiatives.
  • Coordinated with external vendors for the provision of high-quality equipment.
  • Performed financial management tasks, upholding fiscal responsibility.

Waiter & Cleaner

Mill at Sonning & Waingels College
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Waiter serving customers at a dinner theatre.
  • Cleaner at my school, cleaning various sections at the end of a school day.

Education

BA Hons - Applied Theology

Moorlands College
Christchurch
09.2018 - 06.2022

Domestic Electrical Installer - Electrical Installations

Tradeskills4u
Reading
01.2021 - 01.2021

NVQ Level 4 - Fitness and Leisure

Fitness Industry Qualifications
Reading
10.2011 - 09.2015

GCSEs - Various

Waingels College
Reading
09.2005 - 06.2010

Skills

  • Stakeholder Engagement & Volunteer Liaison
  • Programme & Event Coordination (End-to-End)
  • SharePoint & Microsoft 365 Proficiency
  • Report Writing & Formal Communication
  • Policy Interpretation & Governance Compliance
  • Safeguarding & Youth Wellbeing Awareness
  • Problem Solving & Risk Assessment
  • Time Management & Task Prioritisation
  • Solution-Focused & Adaptable to Change
  • AI Tools for Report Drafting (eg CoPilot)

References

References available upon request.

Interests

  • Youth Work, I volunteer within a church youth group helping to draw alongside young people and help them to flourish as members of their families and wider communities.
  • Exercise and sports, I regularly exercise through structured exercise, playing racquet sports and enjoying the outdoors by walking or participating in various water sports.
  • Currently renovating my own home, and developing the needed skills to see it through to the finish line. I enjoy exploring property renovation projects, particularly evaluating costs and budgeting to maximize investment returns.

Timeline

Police Constable

Wiltshire Police
03.2024 - 07.2025

Chaplain

The Bridge Youth Project
09.2023 - 03.2024

Labourer, Domestic Electrical Installer

Giles & Sons
02.2021 - 03.2024

Domestic Electrical Installer - Electrical Installations

Tradeskills4u
01.2021 - 01.2021

Housekeeping, Team Leader, IT technician Assistant

Moorlands College
06.2019 - 02.2021

BA Hons - Applied Theology

Moorlands College
09.2018 - 06.2022

Postman

Royal Mail
08.2017 - 12.2018

Personal Trainer

Giles Personal Training
09.2015 - 12.2018

Health and Fitness Manager

1Life
11.2011 - 02.2016

NVQ Level 4 - Fitness and Leisure

Fitness Industry Qualifications
10.2011 - 09.2015

Waiter & Cleaner

Mill at Sonning & Waingels College
01.2010 - 01.2011

GCSEs - Various

Waingels College
09.2005 - 06.2010
Lewis Giles