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Oliver Hook

Littlehampton,West Sussex

Summary

PROFILE I am an enthusiastic, energetic, positive individual seeking full time employment. I am confident by nature, a good communicator and enjoy being part of a team. I am highly driven and motivated to achieve tasks given to me to a high standard and I take great pride in my work. I am very keen to find an opportunity that will challenge me and a role that I can develop into a successful career.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work history

Poolside Assistant - Lifeguard

Lanes Health Centre
Rustington, East Sussex
06.2022 - Current
  • Maximised customer satisfaction by greeting guests with courtesy, resolving issues promptly and with enthusiasm.
  • Handled challenging behaviour and misuse of pool facilities with clear, diplomatic communication.
  • Minimised accidents by sharing health and safety awareness.
  • Set up pool equipment, supervising patrons to avoid misuse, damage and injury.
  • Supervised pool sessions for children aged 5 and over
  • Observed swimmers attentively, quickly responding to risks and concerns.

Poolside Assistant

The Wave Leisure Centre Littlehampton
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to complete a Lifeguard qualification which allowed me to gain employment at the Wave Leisure
  • Centre
  • During my time at The Wave I gained new skills ranging from delivering excellent customer service to problem solving and ensuring all pool users were safe
  • When I wasn't on the pool side I was cleaning and helping to maintain a pleasant and safe environment ensuring all health and safety guidelines were followed
  • I really enjoyed working as part of a team and would look forward to what challenges and variety each shift would bring
  • I was always very happy to be flexible with the hours I worked and would help my colleagues out with shift changes when requested.

Football Coach volunteer

East Preston Football Club
East Preston
09.2018 - 12.2019
  • I have enjoyed playing football since around the age of 5 and always been part of a local team
  • In more recent years
  • I played for East Preston FC where I also volunteered to train and coach the younger age groups
  • This involved helping out at weekly training sessions along with supporting and coaching on match days
  • Whilst coaching I improved my ability to be patient and understanding of others and I learnt how to motivate and encourage the team players
  • Lots of the team members lacked confidence and I gained a lot of satisfaction in watching their confidence grow and their football skills improve
  • I learnt how to be a good role model, knowing the younger members looked up to me and trusted me
  • I believe the skills I learnt whilst coaching will help me in the work place as it helped to improve my communication skills and I learnt how to interact with lots of different people
  • I was also involved in setting up the training sessions, ensuring the training environment was safe along with packing away the equipment at the end of a session.

Education

Angmering Sixth Form College, Angmering High School Angmering

Work Experience -

Montezumas
Chichester
07/2022 - 07/2022

Skills

  • Communication Experienced
  • Ability to Work in a Team Experienced
  • Ability to Multitask Experienced
  • Customer Service Experienced
  • Adaptability Experienced
  • Fast Learner Experienced
  • Communication Skills Experienced
  • Hard Working Experienced

Timeline

Poolside Assistant - Lifeguard

Lanes Health Centre
06.2022 - Current

Poolside Assistant

The Wave Leisure Centre Littlehampton
05.2021 - 11.2021

Football Coach volunteer

East Preston Football Club
09.2018 - 12.2019

Angmering Sixth Form College, Angmering High School Angmering

Work Experience -

Montezumas
07/2022 - 07/2022
Oliver Hook