Mia Holman
Taunton,,Somerset
Summary
A highly motivated Marine Biology student, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science at Bangor University. Eager to learn and gain practical experience, while contributing to a professional environment. Passionate about personal and academic growth, with a proactive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Hydrotherapy Pool Support Worker
Cream Care
Taunton, Somerset
2023.01 - Current
- Assist Physiotherapists & Neuro-Rehabilitation Specialists to fulfil personalised therapy programmes and routines
- Provide person-centred care for individuals with a range of complex needs, primarily physical and/or learning disabilities
- Support residents for personal care, safely transfer in/out water & guide during aquatic exercises
- Manage session timetables, organise & replenish clinical supplies
- Monitor water temperature, test water chemistry, check pool conditions & maintain strict hygiene and infection control standards
- Patient, empathetic & communicative
Head Field Leader, Education Programme
Wildlife Sense (Sea Turtle Project)
Kefalonia, Greece
2021.06 - 2025.09
- Practical field work and conservation: record emergences, protect nests & observe behaviours/interactions
- Science-based research and data collection - via Microsoft 365 (Excel), R-Studio & QGIS
- Educate locals/tourists, volunteers & students by producing and delivering educational presentations
- Critical thinking and logistical planning - rota constructing & people management/organisation
- Publish weekly news articles for organisation website
- Design project T-shirt seasonally
- Yearly role progression: Volunteer, Field Assistant, Field Leader, Head Field Leader & Head Field Leader, Education Programme
- Adaptable - working and living with others in challenging conditions, while maintaining energy and positivity - e.g. long hours, extreme heatwaves & unpredictable, fast paced environments
- Personable and culturally aware - able to build rapport with diverse teams in multi-cultural/lingual settings
Brand Representative
Hollister Co. Abercrombie & Fitch
Exeter, Devon
2020.01 - 2022.06
- Customer engagement: welcome shoppers, initiate interaction & offer bespoke style guidance
- Store upkeep: fold clothes, replenish stocks & maintain high standard shop floor presentation
- Cash wrap operations: open/close tills, process transactions & assist with in-store online orders
- Cross-trained Brand Representative & Stock Associate
- Employee of the Month - July 2020
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Bangor University
Gwynedd 09/2023 -
A-Levels - Environmental Science, Physical Ed, Psychology & English Language
Exeter College
Devon 09/2019 - 06/2022
GCSEs - Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English Language, English Literature, French, Physical Ed & Art
Heathfield Community School
Somerset 09/2014 - 06/2019
Skills
- Hockey - school, college & uni Team Caption and Fitness Secretary
- Surfing & Mountaineering - Welsh 3000s Challenge for Stroke Association
- Art & Photography: exhibitions in CICCIC, Taunton
- Volunteering: University Open Day Student Ambassador
Certification
- Driving License Category B
- PADI Open Water Diver Qualification
- National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Epilepsy Training
- Manual Handling Training
Accomplishments
- University Athletic Union: Half Colours, in recognition of dedication and sportsmanship
Languages
English
Native
French
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hydrotherapy Pool Support Worker
Cream Care
2023.01 - Current
Head Field Leader, Education Programme
Wildlife Sense (Sea Turtle Project)
2021.06 - 2025.09
Brand Representative
Hollister Co. Abercrombie & Fitch
2020.01 - 2022.06
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Bangor University
09/2023 -
A-Levels - Environmental Science, Physical Ed, Psychology & English Language
Exeter College
09/2019 - 06/2022
GCSEs - Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English Language, English Literature, French, Physical Ed & Art
Heathfield Community School
09/2014 - 06/2019