Manon Slyman
Tycroes,Carmarthenshire
Summary
Hardworking and proactive individual, dedicated to providing exceptional learning experiences for students. Experienced in performing class administrative activities accurately and preparing engaging learning materials and lesson plans. Friendly and open communicator with excellent time management skills.
Dependable Teaching Assistant with talent for fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments. Successfully supported diverse student needs, contributed to classroom management, and implemented creative instructional strategies that improved student participation and achievement. Known for building positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, enhancing overall educational experiences.
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.
Driven with natural ability to inspire children towards achieving their personal best. Demonstrates strong communication and leadership skills, with background in team-building and child development. Ready to foster positive and inclusive environment, helping children grow in confidence and skill.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Post person
Royal Mail Group
Ammanford, Carmarthenshire
2015.05 - Current
- Managed high volume of mail, maintaining quality of service.
- Handled customer complaints courteously and professionally, resolving issues effectively.
- Maintained safe environment with adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Navigated local area expertly, maximising route efficiency.
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance satisfaction levels.
- Delivered parcels and letters for enhanced customer convenience.
- Assisted customers with queries, providing solutions promptly.
- Followed all company policies, promoting a professional image at all times.
- Improved community relations by providing friendly, reliable service.
Learning support assistant
Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Tan Y Lan
Morriston, City and County of Swansea
2011.01 - 2013.01
- Supported children with special educational needs, promoting inclusivity within the school environment.
- Improved student engagement by providing one-on-one support and guidance.
- Assisted struggling pupils during class hours, leading to improved grades over time.
- Enhanced classroom environment with creative teaching methods.
- Collaborated with teachers for development of effective learning plans.
- Accompanied school trips, ensuring safety and enjoyment for all pupils involved.
- Facilitated group activities to enhance interactive learning experience.
- Led games and activities related to daily lessons to help reinforce learning concepts.
- Prepared classroom activities and materials to maintain orderly schedule and complete learning objectives.
- Helped organise after-school clubs, enriching extracurricular offering of the school.
- Monitored pupil progress closely, providing timely feedback to teachers and parents.
Fitness coach
Curves for Women
Bondi Beach, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2009.04 - 2010.04
- Boosted client confidence with tailored motivational strategies and feedback sessions.
- Coordinated schedules for group classes, maximised space utilisation at the gym facility.
- Devised injury prevention measures during workout sessions, minimised risk of accidents.
- Trained new staff members, ensured consistent quality of service delivery.
- Improved client fitness levels by designing and implementing personalised training programmes.
- Delivered professional advice on diet and nutrition to support weight loss goals.
- Managed gym equipment maintenance for optimal safety standards.
- Established strong rapport with clients, heightened overall satisfaction rates.
- Facilitated fun and engaging fitness workshops, improved community involvement in health activities.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to increase gym memberships.
Personal trainer
Titan Fitness
Coogee Bay, Sydney, NSW, Australia
2008.04 - 2009.04
- Maintained high safety standards during all training sessions, ensuring client welfare at all times.
- Incorporated flexibility and mobility drills into routines, improving postural alignment in clients.
- Encouraged post-workout recovery strategies, aiding muscle replenishment and preventing damage.
- Prioritised clear communication whilst explaining complex exercises to clients of varied fitness levels.
- Utilised advanced equipment to enhance client strength and conditioning sessions.
- Assisted clients in achieving their weight loss targets through strategic exercise planning.
- Emphasised correct form during workouts, reducing risk of injury amongst clientele.
- Provided personalised fitness assessments for targeted training plans.
- Boosted client confidence by providing tailored nutritional advice.
- Established a positive training environment for enhanced workout experiences.
- Provided ongoing support and encouragement to clients, fostering positive and empowering fitness experience.
Sports coach for children
Carms County Council
Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire
2006.02 - 2008.02
- Enhanced children's understanding of sports rules with clear, concise coaching methods.
- Improved children's coordination to enhance their sporting skills.
- Developed children's physical abilities by planning and implementing engaging sports sessions.
- Monitored safety precautions to avoid any potential injuries during games or practice sessions.
- Promoted principles of good sportsmanship amongst the children, fostering a respectful team environment.
- Worked alongside school teachers in developing PE curriculums that were both engaging and beneficial to students' physical development.
- Designed fun fitness routines, increasing participant enjoyment.
- Encouraged positive attitudes towards physical activity by making sports enjoyable for children.
- Assessed individual capabilities, ensuring suitable training regimes were in place.
- Promoted safety and welfare of young children by following safeguarding principles.
- Built confidence of players by offering individual praise and recognising progress and achievements.
- Managed behavioural challenges to reduce disruption to training sessions.
- Instilled sense of commitment, drive and responsibility in young people.
- Cultivated inclusive environments with zero-tolerance on bullying to promote interaction.
- Delivered lessons with enthusiasm and positivity to inspire students to consistently achieve their goals.
Fitness class instructor
Celtic Leisure
Pontardawe, Neath Port Talbot
2005.06 - 2006.01
- Led high-energy classes for improved stamina, strength, and flexibility in clients.
- Motivated individuals towards achieving their personal fitness goals through continuous guidance and support during sessions.
- Promoted a positive exercise environment with encouraging feedback and consistent communication.
- Assisted new members in understanding proper use of gym equipment, promoting safe workout practices at all times.
- Designed tailor-made workout plans for clients, catering to their specific needs and goals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge about latest fitness trends-ensuring content was always fresh and appealing to clients.
- Created a safe environment for members by verifying cleanliness of equipment, common areas and service areas.
- Guaranteed safe exercise practice by providing thorough observation, correction and assistance.
- Assisted clients with injury management to maintain optimum health and fitness.
- Encouraged client participation in classes, improving progress towards specified fitness goals.
- Created and coordinated aerobics classes to energise, strengthen and increase overall client fitness levels.
- Built positive relationships with clients to encourage continued class attendance.
- Explained exercises clearly to help clients move safely with maximum effort and results.
Education
GCSEs -
Ystalyfera Comprehensive School
Neath, Neath Port Talbot 05/1999 - 06/1999
A-Levels -
Ystalyfera Comprehensive School
Neath, Neath Port Talbot 05/2000 - 06/2000
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Rose Bruford College of Speech and Drama
Sidcup, Bexley 09/2002 - 05/2005
Fitness Instructor Level 2 -
WABBA
Worcester, Worcestershire 08/2005 - 09/2005
Personal Trainer -
Diverse Trainers
08/2006 - 12/2006
Affiliations
- Marathon Runner
- Triathlete and Ironman finisher
- Bodybuilder
Languages
Welsh
Fluent
Timeline
Post person
Royal Mail Group
2015.05 - Current
Learning support assistant
Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Tan Y Lan
2011.01 - 2013.01
Fitness coach
Curves for Women
2009.04 - 2010.04
Personal trainer
Titan Fitness
2008.04 - 2009.04
Sports coach for children
Carms County Council
2006.02 - 2008.02
Fitness class instructor
Celtic Leisure
2005.06 - 2006.01
GCSEs -
Ystalyfera Comprehensive School
05/1999 - 06/1999
A-Levels -
Ystalyfera Comprehensive School
05/2000 - 06/2000
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Rose Bruford College of Speech and Drama
09/2002 - 05/2005
Fitness Instructor Level 2 -
WABBA
08/2005 - 09/2005
Personal Trainer -
Diverse Trainers
08/2006 - 12/2006