Ralfs Silins
Swanage,United Kingdom
Summary
Multilingual professional fluent in English, Latvian, and Russian, equipped with extensive qualifications in outdoor and adventure sports instruction, complemented by experience in sales and customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Outdoor activity instructor
Cumulus Outdoors
Swanage
2024.04 - 2025.10
- Ensured safety during activities including climbing, high ropes, coasteering, kayaking, and rifle shooting.
- Supported participants in overcoming challenges with energy and empathy.
- Motivated individuals to push their limits at a comfortable pace.
SEND Educational support assistant
Liveability Millie College
2023.10 - 2024.03
- Provided tailored support to students with special educational needs and disabilities across various academic settings.
- Collaborated with tutors and professionals to develop and implement individualised learning plans for each student.
- Utilised behaviour management techniques to maintain student focus and engagement in studies.
- Facilitated one-on-one and small group sessions to reinforce learning objectives and address specific challenges.
- Monitored and documented student progress to enhance strategies and interventions accordingly.
- Demonstrated empathy, patience, and a positive approach while engaging with students of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
Camp leader / camp staff
Cumulus Outdoors
Swanage
2022.05 - 2023.08
- Assisted in maintaining organisation during fast-paced activities.
- Ensured children had enjoyable experiences while receiving adequate care.
- Supported teachers by creating a positive environment to encourage future bookings.
Customer assistant/ store expert
Cotswold Outdoor
Chichester
2022.09 - 2023.04
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Supported maintenance of outdoor gear to ensure optimal performance.
- Participated in training sessions at O&C Academy.
Outdoor Instructor
Ecoventure
2022.02 - 2022.06
- Assisted children aged 7 to 14 on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with an instructor team to facilitate learning activities.
- Gained experience as a teaching assistant for 3 weeks at Kings School Dubai.
Adventure guide/ Paddling Instructor
Advaita Adventures
Riga
2021.06 - 2021.09
- Assisted in ensuring safety and well-being of customers during river and swamp adventures.
- Worked long hours, including early mornings and late nights, to support operations.
- Facilitated adventurous outdoor activities for groups of clients, averaging around 10 participants each.
Bar team member/ Bartender
Bourne Leisure Ltd. (Butlin's)
Bognor Regis
2019.09 - 2021.06
- Assisted with customer service tasks.
- Prepared hot and cold beverages.
- Gained knowledge of products.
- Maintained front of house and back of house areas.
Waiter
Drift in West
West Witterings
2021.04 - 2021.06
- Assisted customers with inquiries and product selection.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained accurate financial records.
- Prepared food items according to company standards and guidelines.
Caterer/Kitchen assistant
LLC "Domus Fik"
Jekabpils
2019.06 - 2019.08
- Assisted in food preparation tasks.
- Supported colleagues with customer interactions, including money handling and servicing tickets.
- Contributed to tent construction and dismantling for events.
Education
Bachelor's Degree (Hons) - Outdoor and Adventure education
University of Chichester
Chichester, United Kingdom 2019.09 - 2023.05
Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu - General
Jekabpils State gymnasium
Jekabpils, Latvia 2012.09 - 2019.05
Ghetto Games Youth academy
Riga, Latvia 2015.06 - 2015.08
Skills
- Languages: Latvian (mother tongue) - English (Fluent) - Russian (B2/Fluent)
- Job-related skills and qualifications –
- PSI (Paddle sports instructor)
- ERCA High ropes and low ropes instructor (Traditional)
- PSL (Paddle sports leader)
- SSI Open Water diver
- NCC Coasteering guide award
- Driving license (B)
- Food allergen awareness course
- Outdoor first aid (16h)
- Safeguarding level
- Level 1 Health & Safety at workplace
- Level 1 Fire safety awareness
- Cumulus Outdoors 2024 Season sign-offs
References
References available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
Jekabpils City Council, Volunteer, Jekabpils, Latvia, 2014-10-02 to 2016-12-28. Organised sports events for local youth. Was responsible for the technical side of the events (sound, lighting). Attended planning meetings and worked as a part of a team.
Timeline
Outdoor activity instructor
Cumulus Outdoors
2024.04 - 2025.10
SEND Educational support assistant
Liveability Millie College
2023.10 - 2024.03
Customer assistant/ store expert
Cotswold Outdoor
2022.09 - 2023.04
Camp leader / camp staff
Cumulus Outdoors
2022.05 - 2023.08
Outdoor Instructor
Ecoventure
2022.02 - 2022.06
Adventure guide/ Paddling Instructor
Advaita Adventures
2021.06 - 2021.09
Waiter
Drift in West
2021.04 - 2021.06
Bachelor's Degree (Hons) - Outdoor and Adventure education
University of Chichester
2019.09 - 2023.05
Bar team member/ Bartender
Bourne Leisure Ltd. (Butlin's)
2019.09 - 2021.06
Caterer/Kitchen assistant
LLC "Domus Fik"
2019.06 - 2019.08
Ghetto Games Youth academy
2015.06 - 2015.08
Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu - General
Jekabpils State gymnasium
2012.09 - 2019.05