Lucy Finlay
Lisburn,Antrim
Summary
I am a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is currently studying a Level 2 NCFE CACHE Diploma in Children's Care and Learning & Development. I enjoy learning new skills and applying them to practical situations, and I'm committed to achieving both personal and professional growth. Through my experiences in school and volunteering, I have developed strengths in communication, teamwork and problem-solving. I believe these will help me succeed in this role. I am eager to contribute positively, take on new challenges and continue developing my knowledge and abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Volunteer youth worker
Lisburn Congregational Church
Lisburn, Antrim
09.2023 - Current
- Improved children's social skills through interactive games and activities.
- Facilitated group games , fostering social interaction and teamwork skills.
- Created engaging content by utilising strong storytelling skills.
- Enhanced literacy skills by leading interactive storytelling sessions.
- Encouraged student engagement with interactive storytelling sessions.
- Led pray er meetings, encouraging active participation from attendees.
Volunteer youth worker
Education Authority
Lisburn, Antrim
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Organised inclusive sporting activities to promote teamwork and collaboration.
- Coordinated educational programmes that cultivated critical thinking in youths.
- Implemented creative workshops fostering creativity and teamwork among participants.
- Assisted in conflict resolution, ensuring a peaceful atmosphere during activities.
- Role modelled positive behaviour and interpersonal skills for young individuals.
- Facilitated recreational activities to enhance social skills in youth.
- Supported development of critical life skills through educational play.
Education
Level 2 NCFE CACHE Diploma - Children’s Care Learning & Development
People 1st
Lisburn 09/2025 -
GCSEs - English Language
Laurelhill Community College
Lisburn 09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - Drama
Laurelhill Community College
Lisburn 09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - History
Laurelhill Community College
Lisburn 09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - Religious Studies
Laurelhill Community College
Lisburn 09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - Child Development
Laurelhill Community College
Lisburn 09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - Mathematics
Laurelhill Community College
Lisburn 09/2022 - 06/2024
Skills
- Public speaking experience
- Outdoor activity organisation
- Attentive listening
- Activity planning
- Project management experience
- Project planning
- Fundraising expertise
- Creativity and innovation
- Trustworthiness
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
Affiliations
- Reading
- Volunteering
Accomplishments
- Senior Prefect - September 2024 to June 2025
- Member of SistersIN - September 2024 to June 2025
- Student Council - September 2023 to June 2024
- 12 years attendance - Lisburn Congregational Church Girls Brigade
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer youth worker
Lisburn Congregational Church
09.2023 - Current
Volunteer youth worker
Education Authority
09.2021 - 06.2022
Level 2 NCFE CACHE Diploma - Children’s Care Learning & Development
People 1st
09/2025 -
GCSEs - English Language
Laurelhill Community College
09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - Drama
Laurelhill Community College
09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - History
Laurelhill Community College
09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - Religious Studies
Laurelhill Community College
09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - Child Development
Laurelhill Community College
09/2022 - 06/2024
GCSEs - Mathematics
Laurelhill Community College
09/2022 - 06/2024
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