Peter McDade
Warrington,Cheshire
Summary
A dynamic professional leader with expertise in directing, implementing and managing new projects. Competent trustee and stakeholders level communication, known for inspiring motivation in a team and effective operations management. Demonstrates exceptional team leadership and public speaking skills, adept at crisis management and providing consistent pastoral care. Committed to leveraging these strengths to drive organisational changes that lead to success and foster a supportive work environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Youth Director
Church Collective
Warrington, Cheshire
01.2024 - Current
- Designed and directed outreach focussed programmes, increasing engagement in wider church and community initiatives, resulting in three new Youth work initiatives being launched in 12 months.
- Fostered a positive environment by implementing creative activities to engage young people, from a wide range of backgrounds. Developed a strong rapport with young individuals through empathetic approach.
- Safeguarded welfare of participants by strictly adhering to child protection policies and Maintaining safe and secure environments by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines.
- Managed a large team of volunteers across three different locations and facilitated open communication channels for improved understanding and conflict resolution.
- Developed strong rapport with young individuals through empathetic approach.
- Managed challenging behaviour to maintain a respectful and inclusive atmosphere.
Community Grocery Manager
The Message Trust
Warrington, Cheshire
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Oversaw business staffing and training, building successful, customer-focused team.
- Managed two paid staff and eighty volunteers, across two store locations.
- Negotiated deals with vendors for cost-effective procurement of goods.
- Built strong relationships with local community groups, enhancing the store's reputation, with many customers joining educational courses and programs.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the store.
- Managed inventory for optimal turnover and profitability.
- Led team training sessions to improve customer service skills.
- Ensured adherence to company policies and procedures at all times.
Warehouse Operative
Kingsway CLC
Sandycroft, Flintshire
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Improved team productivity by implementing more efficient workflow systems.
- Motivated staff members using diverse methods thereby increasing their commitment towards task completion.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent monitoring and reporting practices.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects, leading to streamlined processes and increased collaboration between teams.
Charity Coordinator
Warrington Street Pastors
Warrington, Cheshire
04.2016 - 10.2020
- Established positive working relationships with stakeholders for better cooperation on joint initiatives.
- Attended networking events to foster new partnerships and sponsorships, including establishing new partnerships with Cheshire Police.
- Improved community engagement by organising outreach programmes during the weekend night live.
- Completed recruiting, screening and interviewing to build robust volunteer staff.
- Promoted our cause through public speaking engagements and media interviews.
- Directed promotional campaigns, raising brand recognition significantly.
- Ensured adherence to legal guidelines and in-house policies by managing internal operations.
- Streamlined administrative processes for enhanced efficiency.
- Recorded and maintained documentation for volunteer hours to meet established procedures.
Youth and Schools Worker
Warrington Youth for Christ
Warrington, Cheshire
09.2008 - 04.2016
- Developed comprehensive wellness programmes to enhance student well-being including facilitating group mentoring sessions for improved student mental health and emotional wellbeing.
- Coordinated with teachers, community and church leaders, resulting in tailored support for young people aged 11-18.
- Assisted young individuals in building life skills through various interactive activities, discussions and action plans.
- Conducted risk assessments prior to indoor and outdoor activities ensuring safety of all participants.
- Coordinated detached outreach programmes for vulnerable young people, ensuring their safety during night time hours.
- Liaised effectively with social services and other external agencies, to ensure provision of necessary resources for vulnerable youths.
- Managed coordination and supervision of youth teams delivering activities and positive interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of West London
London 09.2018 - 07.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Leadership and Management
Warrington Collegiate
Warrington 04.2016 - 07.2017
Diploma of Higher Education - Management
Manchester Open College
Manchester 09.2013 - 07.2014
A-Levels -
Priestley College
Warrington 09.2002 - 07.2004
GCSEs -
Woolston Community High School
Warrington 09.1997 - 07.2002
Skills
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Trustee level communication
- Inspiring motivation
- Crisis Management
- Pastoral care
Affiliations
- A family man-enjoy spending time with my wife and children
- Working out in the gym reguarly and keeping fit and healthy
- Performing, writing and teaching music
Timeline
Youth Director
Church Collective
01.2024 - Current
Community Grocery Manager
The Message Trust
03.2022 - 12.2023
Warehouse Operative
Kingsway CLC
01.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of West London
09.2018 - 07.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Leadership and Management
Warrington Collegiate
04.2016 - 07.2017
Charity Coordinator
Warrington Street Pastors
04.2016 - 10.2020
Diploma of Higher Education - Management
Manchester Open College
09.2013 - 07.2014
Youth and Schools Worker
Warrington Youth for Christ
09.2008 - 04.2016
A-Levels -
Priestley College
09.2002 - 07.2004
GCSEs -
Woolston Community High School
09.1997 - 07.2002
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