Luke Rickards
Coventry,Australia
Summary
Dedicated new Science Teacher with focus areas in second language teaching and STEM education (Biology to A level), leveraging strategic planning and incorporation of technology within education to enhance learning outcomes.
Proficient in classroom speaking and special education techniques to ensure an inclusive and dynamic learning environment for all students.
Skilled in science lab operation and familiar with iGCSE Pearson and AQA specifications.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
PGCE Placements
University of Warwick
Coventry
09.2025 - Current
- Fostered a positive learning environment by implementing creative teaching strategies.
- Worked closely with special needs students to provide individual attention and support, including English as an Additional Language.
- Managed the classroom effectively to maintain discipline and focus to the ethos and behaviour policy of the school.
- Engaged in Parents' Evenings.
- Delivered lessons according to school curriculum guidelines; ensured consistency in teaching standards across all classrooms.
- Gained exposure to different school settings and teaching roles from a state school to an independent school.
- Stimulated critical thinking through effective questioning.
- Incorporated recall strategies as part of lesson routine by incorporating mini-whiteboard activity.
- Deepening wider learning through literacy exercises such as the history of Sir Alexander Fleming.
Sales Support Agent
MyConnect
Melbourne, AU
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Improved customer trust by establishing open lines of communication and effectively handling enquiries.
- Gained industry knowledge to assist customers in ensuring what is expected of them during energy transfers.
- Resolved conflicts between buyers and sellers to facilitate smoother transactions.
- Use of CRM systems such as SalesForce.
- B2C and B2B communications through contact of partnered real estates and customers.
- Professional communication between the company and our partnered energy providers e.g. Origin, EnergyAustralia etc.
Permanent Work
Five Guys (Restaurant)
09.2022 - 01.2024
- During my time as a crew member (CS+2), I gained expertise in various areas including fresh food preparation, FIFO, allergy management, and ensuring the quality of products like patty meat cooking and maintaining optimal French fry standards. Moreover, I enhanced my customer service skills through previous work experience.
Permanent Mentor Work
GoStudent
10.2021 - 08.2022
- In this position, I have been tutoring children in biology and chemistry following the GCSE/A Level syllabus. Additionally, I am responsible for training and overseeing new tutors in the program. This role has enabled me to work closely with children while honing skills in scheduling and management.
Permanent Work
TUI Call Centre
06.2021 - 09.2021
- In my role as a call center advisor, I handled calls from customers seeking solutions to problems or interested in additional services. This experience honed my skills in independent analysis and quick critical thinking to resolve complex issues efficiently. Effective communication was crucial in this position, and accurately understanding customers' needs played a key role in recommending suitable upgrades when necessary.
Permanent Work
McDonald's Restaurant (Fast Food)
03.2018 - 06.2021
- In this position, my responsibilities included preparing food items from the menu, handling orders at the drive-thru, and ensuring the final presentation before serving customers. Primarily, I focused on customer interactions such as taking orders at the front counter and addressing any concerns that may come up.
Permanent Work
Steam Mill Nightclub
05.2019 - 09.2019
- During my A levels, I took on a part-time job that further developed skills acquired from my previous roles at McDonald's and Sainsbury's. These skills include money management, customer communication, and proper work etiquette. Working in this field has provided me with insights on handling various situations responsibly and effectively.
Temporary Work
Sainsbury's (Supermarket)
10.2017 - 12.2017
- My responsibilities included till work, closing the register, staying updated on current promotions to apply accurate discounts. I have acquired valuable experience in customer service and cash management. Moreover, I have honed exceptional communication skills to address customer inquiries efficiently.
Education
General Certificate of Secondary Education - Spanish, French, Welsh, English language, English literature, Mathematics, Numeracy, IT, RE, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Llanfair Caereinion High School
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - Genetics
Swansea University
09.2020 - 07.2023
Certificate of Higher Education - Biomedical Science
Westminster University
09.2019 - 07.2020
General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) - Biology, Chemistry, Spanish
Shrewsbury Sixth Form College
09.2017 - 07.2019
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Education
University of Warwick
Coventry 09.2025 -
Skills
- Public speaking
- Strategic planning
- Second language teaching
- Gradebook maintenance
- Science lab operation
- Stem education
- Positive reinforcement usage
- Special education techniques
- Educational technology use such as Teams and CenturyTec
- Use of iGCSE Pearson and AQA specification
Affiliations
- Languages
- World History
- Phylogenetics
Languages
English
Native
Welsh
Fluent
Spanish
Upper intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PGCE Placements
University of Warwick
09.2025 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Education
University of Warwick
09.2025 -
Sales Support Agent
MyConnect
03.2024 - 07.2025
Permanent Work
Five Guys (Restaurant)
09.2022 - 01.2024
Permanent Mentor Work
GoStudent
10.2021 - 08.2022
Permanent Work
TUI Call Centre
06.2021 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - Genetics
Swansea University
09.2020 - 07.2023
Certificate of Higher Education - Biomedical Science
Westminster University
09.2019 - 07.2020
Permanent Work
Steam Mill Nightclub
05.2019 - 09.2019
Permanent Work
McDonald's Restaurant (Fast Food)
03.2018 - 06.2021
Temporary Work
Sainsbury's (Supermarket)
10.2017 - 12.2017
General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) - Biology, Chemistry, Spanish
Shrewsbury Sixth Form College
09.2017 - 07.2019
General Certificate of Secondary Education - Spanish, French, Welsh, English language, English literature, Mathematics, Numeracy, IT, RE, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Llanfair Caereinion High School