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Oliver Hicks

Hallaton,LEICS

Summary

I am driven individual with a keen interest in sports and fitness, possessing excellent communication and organisational skills that are essential for coaching roles. Often demonstrates strong leadership and motivational abilities combined with deep understanding of exercise science. I am an individual that wants to make a positive difference and looks to pass his knowledge onto other people.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Sports Coach

SFK Multisport
Woodstock
01.2022 - 08.2025
  • Over the past year, I have been working as a Sports Coach with SFK Multisport at Woodstock Primary Academy.
  • I coached primary school students (Foundation Year to Year 6) in a variety of sports, including football, basketball, handball, dodgeball, and bench ball.
  • I was responsible for leading both lunch and after-school sessions, catering to a wide range of skill levels and abilities.
  • In my role, I focused on fostering teamwork, improving physical skills, and promoting an active, healthy lifestyle among the children.
  • I developed tailored coaching approaches to engage students with different learning needs and abilities, ensuring that every child felt included and encouraged.
  • Additionally, I faced a range of behavioural challenges, from well-behaved and respectful students to those exhibiting more disruptive behaviour.
  • This experience significantly strengthened my ability to manage diverse situations, refine my conflict resolution skills, and implement strategies to maintain a positive and motivating atmosphere.
  • Throughout my time in this role, I gained valuable experience in behaviour management, communication, and adapting to dynamic environments, all of which have contributed to my ongoing professional development.

Sports Coach

SFK Multisports
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • In the summer of 2024, I undertook a sports coaching role with SFK Multisports at their summer camps.
  • I had the opportunity to coach a diverse range of sports, including football, tennis, basketball, and cricket, to children aged 4 to 13 years.
  • My primary responsibility was to design and deliver structured coaching sessions that were age-appropriate and aligned with the developmental needs of the participants.
  • These sessions were crafted to strike a balance between skill acquisition, teamwork, and enjoyment.
  • In addition to coaching, I collaborated with a team of fellow coaches to plan and execute daily sports activities, ensuring that the camp environment was safe, inclusive, and conducive to positive learning outcomes.
  • I provided constructive, individualized feedback to each camper, supporting them in building confidence, enhancing their skills, and promoting personal development.
  • Furthermore, I actively managed group dynamics to maintain participant engagement and motivation, while adapting coaching methodologies to accommodate varying age groups and skill levels, ensuring that all campers had a rewarding and fulfilling experience.

Tom Flowers Cricket Coaching
01.2019 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: a company that offers sports coaching to school children
  • In Year 10, I completed a week of work experience with Tom Flowers Cricket Coaching.
  • I worked with children of varying ages, abilities, and disabilities, which broadened my understanding of how to engage with diverse groups.
  • This experience provided valuable insight into sports training and how to adapt coaching techniques to different needs.
  • Additionally, I gained exposure to office-based administration tasks, further developing my organizational and administrative skills.
  • A company that offers sports coaching to school children

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sport, Fitness and Coaching

The Open University
10.2023 -

Level 3 Diploma - Sports Coaching

Stamford College
Stamford
09.2019 - 06.2021

GCSEs -

Uppingham Community College
Leicester
2016 - 2019

Skills

Strong Communication

Listening Skills

Organizational Abilities

Leadership Qualities

Deep Knowledge of a variety of sports

Motivation

Ability to adapt to different peoples needs

Creating safe learning environment

Providing constructive feedback

Certification

I have completed my FA playmaker awards along side their safeguarding for all certificate.

Affiliations

  • I've played rugby since my childhood for Oakham Rugby Club and their Colts team, improving my skills and having fun with friends. I was twice Rutland and Leicestershire County champion in 100m breaststroke at junior school. I completed my Level 4 sailing course at Rutland Water and enjoy kayaking with my family in North Norfolk. As goalkeeper in Years 10 and 11, my school team won the league twice with few goals conceded.

Timeline

Sports Coach

SFK Multisports
06.2024 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Sport, Fitness and Coaching

The Open University
10.2023 -

Sports Coach

SFK Multisport
01.2022 - 08.2025

Level 3 Diploma - Sports Coaching

Stamford College
09.2019 - 06.2021

Tom Flowers Cricket Coaching
01.2019 - 01.2019

GCSEs -

Uppingham Community College
2016 - 2019

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