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Paul Moore

Paul Moore

Antrim,Antrim

Summary

Experienced outdoor educator, bushcraft specialist, and artist with over 40 years of hands-on experience in wilderness survival, prehistoric skills, and nature-based education. Founder of Wild Walk Bushcraft, delivering immersive workshops in traditional and ancestral skills. Passionate about connecting people with nature through practical learning and creative expression.

A Passionate professional talented at planning and delivering motivational sessions for optimal participant engagement. Builds rapport easily and nurtures inclusive environment. Provides outstanding customer experience to maximise rate of return clients.

Experienced self protection instructor with over 30 years in the teaching and educating of individuals and groups in self protection skills and techniques. Committed to maximising students' potential through high-quality teaching. Adapts instruction to suit learners' individual needs for responsive support. Has written and delivered National lottery funded programmes to womens groups as part of structured and stand alone programmes.


A dedicated student in the area of prehistoric ireland with special reference to the mesolithic and neolithic ages. Specialises in recreating and teaching the skills of flint knapping, fish skin tanning, natural cordage glues and craft items specific to this time.




Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work history

Educator in survival techniques

Wild walk bushcraft
Antrim, Antrim
08.2010 - Current
  • Designed and delivered workshops in bushcraft, survival, and prehistoric skills.
  • · Specialized in Irish prehistory, teaching flint knapping and natural material crafting.
  • · Hosted international instructors for advanced skills training.
  • · Developed educational programs for adults and youth, integrating outdoor learning with historical context.
  • · Created handcrafted items using recycled and natural materials.
  • Developed new teaching materials, enriching learning experiences for students.
  • Recapped lessons frequently, reinforcing critical information that ensures survival in emergencies.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to provide comprehensive training programmes.
  • Facilitated survival skills workshops by creating engaging and practical lesson plans.
  • Designed practical exercises to enhance students' understanding of survival techniques.
  • Improved students' safety awareness with regular checks on their use of equipment.
  • Enhanced team's wilderness knowledge by providing regular training sessions.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly, identifying areas requiring further attention or improvement.
  • Provided specialised training for different weather conditions, preparing learners for any situation they might face outdoors.
  • Coordinated survival courses for more efficient delivery of the curriculum.
  • Promoted responsible environmental behaviour whilst out in the field, fostering respect for nature amongst students.
  • Updated knowledge continuously about latest survival tactics, keeping instruction relevant and up-to-date.
  • Conducted risk assessments before each outing, reducing potential dangers significantly.
  • Led outdoor expeditions, ensuring participants' safety and well-being.
  • Incorporated feedback from learners into lesson planning to create more effective teaching strategies.
  • Taught essential first aid procedures to ensure quick response in emergencies.
  • Established a safe learning environment at all times during outdoor excursions.
  • Built positive relationships with clients to encourage continued class attendance.
  • Communicated and enforced safety procedures.
  • Coordinated groups to comply with set schedule of times and locations.
  • Carried out thorough risk assessments ahead of fitness activities, prioritising participant safety.
  • Explained exercises clearly to help clients move safely with maximum effort and results.
  • Demonstrated safe equipment use for minimised risk of injury or damage.
  • Administered first aid, reporting incidents and near misses when required.
  • Motivated and enthused participants to reach fitness goals through positive reinforcement.
  • Monitored participants closely to maintain safe exercise practices.
  • Welcomed new and returning clients, cultivating inclusive space.
  • Planned fun exercise classes for varying ages, abilities and fitness levels.
  • Devised new programmes and monitored client progress.
  • Guided clients on proper nutrition and exercise habits for optimum results.
  • Modelled ideal techniques and movements to help understanding.
  • Developed high-quality training programmes using up-to-date health, fitness and nutrition knowledge.
  • Offered exercise variations to support participants with injuries and specialist needs.
  • Evaluated clients' abilities and tailored recommendations accordingly.
  • Planned and delivered engaging group and one-to-one fitness programmes.
  • Encouraged a love for nature and the outdoors in all students through passionate teaching methods.
  • Maintained equipment carefully, guaranteeing its longevity and safety use during classes.

Civil servant

government for northern ireland
belfast, antrim
03.1998 - 09.2019
  • Maintained comprehensive records for departmental accountability.
  • Orchestrated strategic plans to enhance department's productivity.
  • Enhanced interdepartmental communication by facilitating regular meetings and feedback sessions.
  • Managed time-sensitive projects to meet strict deadlines.
  • Took dictation and transcribed words for staff to create records and correspondence.
  • Arranged filing systems for easy use and retrieval by personnel.
  • Gathered information, created charts and produced reports for staff.
  • Wrote professional letters, emails and memoranda for business communication.
  • Carried out research and produced high-quality materials and reports.
  • Took minutes at meetings and distributed to relevant departments.
  • Managed resources on limited budgets.
  • Provided evidence based on research and delivered findings to senior staff members.
  • Interpreted and applied complex written information relating to policies and procedures.
  • Stayed impartial in economic and political issues to serve all members of public without bias.
  • Delivered high levels of customer satisfaction through attentive, personalised service.
  • Investigated complaints to write and raise official incident reports.
  • Prioritised work to meet demands of fast-paced, pressured environments.
  • Completed detailed incident reports, providing comprehensive information for follow-up actions.
  • Responded to emergency calls for improved public service.
  • Directed traffic during peak hours or emergencies for streamlined vehicular movement.
  • Conducted surveillance operations, ensuring security of high-risk areas.
  • Participated in community outreach programmes to foster positive relationships between police and residents.
  • Enhanced community safety by conducting regular patrols.
  • Handled sensitive information confidentially-respecting privacy rights of individuals involved in cases.
  • Detained suspects following proper protocols – ensuring fair treatment under law.
  • Performed stop-and-search procedures within legal parameters, protecting citizen rights whilst promoting safety.
  • Upheld law and order through proactive policing strategies.
  • Achieved resolution of disputes through effective negotiation and mediation techniques.
  • Educated members of the community about personal safety measures – reducing instances of petty crimes.
  • Executed arrest warrants for the apprehension of criminal offenders.
  • Collaborated with local agencies to enhance crime prevention efforts.
  • Assisted in crime scene investigations, aiding in evidence collection.
  • Provided testimony in court, contributing to successful prosecutions.
  • Made quick decisions during high-stress situations, minimising danger to the public and fellow officers.
  • Delivered first aid whilst awaiting paramedics at accident scenes, saving lives on multiple occasions.
  • Fostered public trust by maintaining high ethical standards and transparency.
  • Carried out thorough investigations into reported incidents, resulting in accurate case files.
  • Diffused potentially volatile situations by employing proven de-escalation and conflict management techniques.
  • Advised local leaders and politicians on crime prevention techniques.
  • Maintained public and property safety through diligent surveillance.
  • Tracked new advancements in crime detection, crime prevention and community policing and incorporated new techniques.
  • Delivered prompt emergency support during natural disasters and community incidents.
  • Collaborated with public service groups to expand partnerships and improve policing in Northern Ireland.
  • Offered compassionate victim support for minimised distress and upset.
  • Demonstrated crowd control, site patrolling and access management at large-scale community events.
  • Directed high-volume traffic safely around accidents and incidents.
  • Developed community knowledge to identify and address at-risk individuals and locations.
  • Enforced laws with authority to maintain good public order.
  • Kept public peace during protests, strike action and high-profile events.
  • Worked crime scenes, preserving and securing forensic evidence to strengthen investigation accuracy and case viability.
  • Determined and pursued criminal suspects for warning and arrest.
  • Wrote and submitted reports concerning police activities and investigations.
  • Offered empathy and support to victims whilst professionally handling suspects in line with Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
  • Arrested and interviewed suspected criminals, clearly outlining legal rights.
  • Patrolled residential areas for optimised community safety.
  • Attended emergencies quickly, remaining calm and professional under pressure.
  • Prepared crime reports and case files, delivering documentation to Public Prosecution Service (PPS).
  • Issued parking fines, logging required information accurately and swiftly.
  • Maintained optimal street coverage by planning and managing patrolling schedules.
  • Advised local property, land and homeowners on appropriate crime prevention strategies.
  • Conducted traffic stops and issued citations to offenders.
  • Acquired and served warrants for arrests, searches or other purposes.
  • Gathered evidence carefully at crime scenes, enforcing forensic procedure adherence for accuracy.
  • Kept sensitive intelligence safe and secure from unauthorised access.
  • Arrested and transported suspects to police stations or holding cells.
  • Coordinated complex investigations with external law enforcement agencies.
  • Maintained integrity of crime scenes by guarding area and detaining suspects until arrival of police officer.
  • Attended emergency situations, employing over 20 years of experience to secure optimal resolutions in line with force regulations.
  • Assessed and verified information given in victim and witness statements to improve investigation workflow.
  • Supported large public gatherings by stewarding and patrolling public areas.
  • Provided visible presence in inner-city areas, deterring crime through on-foot and mobile patrol duties.
  • Supported rescue efforts in emergency situations by directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid and removing people from dangerous areas.
  • Used proven interview techniques to garner reliable evidence and statements from victims, witnesses and suspects.
  • Produced comprehensive crime reports with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Protected life and property by enforcing UK laws and regulations.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality through careful and correct storage of case documents, in line with internal policies.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations, leading calm and effective negotiations with suspects to diffuse highly charged situations.
  • Aided investigations through strategic interviewing and statement taking of victims, suspects, witnesses and informants.

Electrician

JB electrical
Ballymena, Antrim
01.1990 - 02.1998
  • Collaborated efficiently with other contractors on larger scale assignments.
  • Kept abreast of latest industry developments, improving overall competency levels.
  • Worked well under pressure during time-sensitive projects ensuring timely completion.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction by providing professional service at all times.

Education

OCN level 3 - management of small team events

Northern Regional College
Ballymena, Mid and East Antrim
09/2023 - 02/2024

Pearson BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma - Art, Design and Media Practice

Northern regional college ballymena
Ballymena
09/2020 - 08/2021

Diploma of Higher Education - teaching

Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury

GCSEs - food and nutrition

ballee community high school
ballymena

GCSEs - Art

ballee community high school
ballymena

GCSEs - Mathematic

Ballee community high school
ballymena

GCSEs - English

Ballee community high school
Ballymena

NVQ Level 3 - electrical installation

Construction industry training board
Antrim

NCFE level 3 - Advanced bushcraft award

NCFE
UK

Skills

  • Edible plants knowledge
  • Survival psychology understanding
  • Adaptability in teaching
  • Effective demonstration techniques
  • Fire starting mastery
  • Risk Management
  • Ethical decision making
  • Motivational techniques
  • Safety and risk management
  • Project Management
  • Public speaking
  • Communication skills
  • Training programme development

Affiliations

  • Bushcraft
  • flint knapping and prehistoric technologies in ireland
  • fishing
  • geology
  • Archaeology

Accomplishments

Royal humane society award for successfully recovering life to a man who had suffered a major cardiac incident.

Timeline

Educator in survival techniques

Wild walk bushcraft
08.2010 - Current

Civil servant

government for northern ireland
03.1998 - 09.2019

Electrician

JB electrical
01.1990 - 02.1998

OCN level 3 - management of small team events

Northern Regional College
09/2023 - 02/2024

Pearson BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma - Art, Design and Media Practice

Northern regional college ballymena
09/2020 - 08/2021

Diploma of Higher Education - teaching

Canterbury Christ Church University

GCSEs - food and nutrition

ballee community high school

GCSEs - Art

ballee community high school

GCSEs - Mathematic

Ballee community high school

GCSEs - English

Ballee community high school

NVQ Level 3 - electrical installation

Construction industry training board

NCFE level 3 - Advanced bushcraft award

NCFE

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