NEVE THORNHILL
Liverpool,United Kingdom
Summary
Driven and adaptable, demonstrating exceptional communication and leadership skills. Proficient in teaching techniques and safety protocols, able to foster encouraging and inclusive an encouraging and inclusive environment for all learners. Committed to making a significant impact on students' swimming abilities and confidence in teaching roles.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
9
9
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Swimming Teacher
Swim Now
Liverpool, Merseyside
2024.02 - Current
- Planned and delivered tailored one-to-one and two-to-one swimming lessons for children and adults with a wide range of abilities and learning needs.
- Supported children and adults with additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, selective mutism, English as a Second Language learners, and individuals with specific fears or anxieties around water, creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Adapted teaching methods to suit individual learning styles, ensuring lessons remained engaging, inclusive and effective.
- Implemented positive reinforcement and reward systems to motivate swimmers, enhancing confidence and facilitating progression towards individual goals.
- Ensured all lessons were delivered in accordance with health and safety procedures, maintaining constant awareness of the pool environment and acting appropriately in emergency or safeguarding situations.
- Applied safeguarding training to promote the safety and well-being of all swimmers.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills by responding calmly to challenges and adapting lessons to meet changing circumstances.
- Built positive relationships with swimmers and parents through clear, professional communication and effective expectation management.
- Demonstrated excellent organisational and time management skills through efficient lesson preparation and equipment management.
- Organised and maintained teaching equipment, ensuring that all resources were safe, suitable for use and replaced when necessary.
- Managed challenging situations professionally, resolving conflict with parents and members of the public calmly and respectfully.
- Received consistent positive feedback from swimmers and parents, highlighting professionalism, patience, and supportive teaching styles.
- Recognised for being reliable, trustworthy and committed, balancing multiple responsibilities while maintaining high standards of teaching and customer service.
- Invested in and managed personal resources to enhance lesson schedules, swimmer needs and pool environments while maintaining high teaching standards.
Waitress
The Three Horseshoes Country Inn and Spa
Leek
2021.05 - 2023.12
- Served up to 250 covers per shift, delivering a high level of customer service to each and every guest.
- Resolved customer concerns to improve satisfaction and strengthen loyalty.
- Greeted and welcomed guests, fostering customer relationships that contributed to increased loyalty.
- Memorised over 25 menu items in and provided personal recommendations to customers during service.
- Assisted in running weddings, ensuring Bride and Groom had a memorable experience.
- Maintained and enforced social distancing and safety policies during the covid-19 outbreak which ensured the safety of customers whilst also ensuring guests were comfortable.
Lead and Assistant Swimming Teacher
Hannah Jones Swimming Academy
Stoke-on-Trent
2021.09 - 2023.07
- Planned and delivered fun lessons which targeted skills and areas to improve for students as individuals and on a whole class level.
- Adapted lessons to suit all ages and abilities within the class.
- Continually assessed students to ensure that they are being challenged enough within the lesson.
- Provided constructive feedback to students and parents, emphasising strengths while outlining strategies for improvement.
- Enforced safety rules and regulations, ensuring student safety during all activities.
- Reviewed safety and emergency procedures of the building to ensure compliance.
- Supported the lead teacher by following their instruction during the class, whether this be by taking small groups for skill focus or collecting equipment for the lesson.
Education
A-Level - History (B), Classical Civilisations (B), Spanish (D)
City of Stoke on Trent Sixth Form College
Stoke-on-Trent 2021.09 - 2023.07
GCSE - including Maths and English
Birches Head Academy
Stoke-on-Trent 2016.09 - 2021.07
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Liverpool
Liverpool 2023.09 - 2026.05
Skills
- Swimming instruction
- Aquatic safety management
- Swimmer engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Feedback delivery
- Microsoft PowerPoint - Advanced
- Microsoft Word - Expert
- English fluency
- Resilient under pressure
Certification
STA Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming
LANGUAGES
English
REFERENCES
Hannah, Jones, hannahjonesswimmingacademy@gmail.com, Further references available on request
WEB & SOCIAL
LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/neve-thornhill-
EXTRA INFO
I am a very social person and enjoy meeting new people. I communicate well with all levels of customers and colleagues and have a very ‘can do’ approach in everything I do. I am also keen to learn, and following my time as a swimming teacher, took the decision to fund myself through the Level 2 qualification, as I realised it would be of great benefit to me in the future. I am quick to learn new tasks and I am always looking to learn new skills.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Swimming Teacher
Swim Now
2024.02 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Liverpool
2023.09 - 2026.05
A-Level - History (B), Classical Civilisations (B), Spanish (D)
City of Stoke on Trent Sixth Form College
2021.09 - 2023.07
Lead and Assistant Swimming Teacher
Hannah Jones Swimming Academy
2021.09 - 2023.07
Waitress
The Three Horseshoes Country Inn and Spa
2021.05 - 2023.12
GCSE - including Maths and English
Birches Head Academy
2016.09 - 2021.07