Natasha (Stardust) White
Colwyn Bay,Conwy
Summary
Dedicated to helping others meet their full potential. Strong interpersonal skills towards building meaningful relationships that support social inclusion. Expert in community development, over 30 years experience in the leisure industry and health an fitness education and instruction. A background in mobile event provision and administration. Compassionate with strong work ethic. Described by others as being "effervescent" "inspiring" and "approachable". Referenced as being "an asset to any team and professional".
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Active Health Healing and Wellbeing Teacher
Get Out Get Active Pride Cymru
Colwyn Bay, Conwy
07.2022 - Current
- Adapted and modified activities during event management to help different learners and participants during workshops and events.
- Cooperated with stakeholders in setting goals and achieving sustainable results.
- Taught people about lifestyle changes and ways to improve health with prepared training materials.
- Facilitated creative sessions empowering people to express themselves through various artistic mediums and games.
- Taught fun, engaging activities promoting and inspiring connection between groups and individuals for improved participation.
- Organised venue accessibility, safety and support for wellbeing events.
- Managed and supported volunteers.
- Delivered mental health first aid.
- Supported funding application, collected data and evaluated results.
Specialist Exercise Professional
Conwy Borough Council Council
Colwyn Bay, Conwy
09.2019 - Current
- Carried out thorough risk assessments ahead of fitness activities, prioritising participant safety and arranged necessary resources adhering to organisational standards.
- Consider diverse training needs adapting and modifying exercise in changing environments and locations.
- Creating opportunities for equality, diversity and inclusion with wellbeing activities for families, women, the frail and elderly and in schools.
- Motivated and enthused others to reach fitness goals through positive reinforcement building positive relationships for participation.
Wellbeing Activity Leader
Eryl Fryn Nursing Home
Llandudno, Conwy
07.2017 - Current
- Completed and filed records, accident and incident forms, and records of plans and routines when required.
- Managed safety concerns and adhered to all compliance requirements. Managed mental health first aid.
- Organised activities for people living with medically controlled conditions aged 65-100 and created welcoming, supportive environments to encourage uplifting and relevant participation.
Education
Master of Arts - Countryside Management
Bangor University
Bangor 09.2000 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Planning and Management
Bangor University
Bangor 09.1998 - 06.2000
Higher National Diploma - Leisure Studies
West Herts College
Watford 09.1996 - 06.1998
Skills
Designing, leading, coordinating, delivering and evaluating health education and fitness and wellbeing indoors, outdoors and online
Supervising others, managing, facilitating and resourcing projects for growth, working across organisations coordinating marketing, outreach and improving accessibility
Ensuring safeguarding, health and safety risk assessing and influencing positive change for inclusion and independence
Confident communicator capable of working solo and in a team, actively pursing personal development, spiritual practices and health related goals
Currently enrolled on the ILM level 3 in Management of Volunteers starting in January and registered to attend ADHD in Adult Women six-week online course with Seed Talks in February 2024 to support own ADHD experiences
Personal interests
Singing, weightlifting, Yoga, meditation, music, travel, and food. Enthusiastic towards eternal learning and creating events of all kinds to help people feel loved and cared for. Dancing, running, and journaling are included in the self-care tool kit. Seeking prospects to support wider engagement in physical activity and encourage others to take care of themselves through healthy living.
Timeline
Active Health Healing and Wellbeing Teacher
Get Out Get Active Pride Cymru
07.2022 - Current
Specialist Exercise Professional
Conwy Borough Council Council
09.2019 - Current
Wellbeing Activity Leader
Eryl Fryn Nursing Home
07.2017 - Current
Master of Arts - Countryside Management
Bangor University
09.2000 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Planning and Management
Bangor University
09.1998 - 06.2000
Higher National Diploma - Leisure Studies
West Herts College
09.1996 - 06.1998
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