Matthew Ryan-King
Worcester Park,Surrey
Summary
I am graduate with a 1st class degree in Geography currently completing my postgraduate certificate in education (PGCE). I am a dedicated sustainability advocate with a excellent educational grounding in sustainability techniques, showcased in my final year dissertation on "sustainability at university". I am eager to combine this knowledge with my strong skills in public speaking and resourcefulness gained as a teacher to pinpoint, highlight and drive through sustainability initiatives. I am committed to advancing sustainable business models to enhance sustainability awareness.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Customer assistant
Waitrose & Partners
Worcester Park, Surrey
07.2019 - 07.2024
- Managed high-pressure situations with ease, ensuring customer satisfaction during peak hours.
- Improved customer relations by promptly addressing queries and concerns.
- Gained confidence from challenging legal age checks and explaining our policy to customers.
- Collaborated efficiently with team members to maintain smooth store operations by being given responsibility for cash procedures and coordinating approximately 10 checkout breaks
Christmas sales assistant
Currys PC World
Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated excellent knowledge of store products, contributing to increased sales.
- Promoted special offers and discount deals to stimulate sales.
- Provided with sales targets and met them frequently showing maturity and dedication to the role.
- I successfully integrated into the team of full time staff.
- Worked extended hours during holiday season to meet business needs.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Subject specialism Geography
St Mary's University, Twickenham
Richmond Upon Thames 09.2024 -
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Kingston University
Kingston upon Thames 09.2021 - 05.2024
Skills
- Knowledge of un sdgs
- Sustainability research
- Climate change mitigation strategies
- Corporate social responsibility integration
- Sustainable business models understanding
- Sustainability awareness
- ARCGIS modelling
- Circular economy strategy awareness
- Customer Service
- Public speaking
- Attention to Detail
- Resourcefulness
- Quality Assurance
Other skills
Additional skills gained during my PGCE course -
- I have developed the confidence and demeanour necessary to engage and inspire audiences.
- I have prepared PowerPoint presentations for lessons on a daily basis
- Planned lessons for a full timetable to strict deadlines whilst meeting my own university deadlines for assignments.
Affiliations
- I have a keen interest in sport, both as a spectator and participant. I help run a five a side football team with old school friends to ensure we meet on a weekly basis.
- I have recently begun weekly tennis lessons to improve my game with a view to joining the local league.
Timeline
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Subject specialism Geography
St Mary's University, Twickenham
09.2024 -
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Kingston University
09.2021 - 05.2024
Customer assistant
Waitrose & Partners
07.2019 - 07.2024
Christmas sales assistant
Currys PC World
11.2016 - 01.2017
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