Rory Harris

Glasgow,Bishopbriggs

Summary

At this stage of my life, whilst I continue my education at university, I would like to add experience of productive employment where I can contribute to a successful business, demonstrate my abilities and worth and gain valuable experience in a dynamic setting. I strongly believe that I can be a productive asset in any business and have the skills to ensure this. These skills include the ability to follow instructions and complete tasks, commitment and strong work ethic, good communication and being quick to learn. I hope you find this CV of interest and I would be happy to discuss any opportunities with you.

Work history

Volunteer

Bishopbriggs

I helped classrooms and students in the history and drama departments where I assisted younger students in their work and learning
I also volunteered to help in the support for learning department in my school which had me oversee and provide support for a group of students with additional needs allowing them to still have the most effective learning and welcoming school environment possible regardless of their circumstances
I held a leadership role as head of the Autistic awareness committee which organised in school talks and informational presentations on Autism during Autism awareness month

Participant

Beatson Cancer Charity

Glasgow

2023.08 - 2023.08

Company Overview: Community-based awareness event supporting cancer patients and their families
I participated in the Beatson cancer charity walk in Glasgow which was a community-based awareness event that had us walk across Glasgow in support of cancer patients and other people affected by cancer such as friends or family
Community-based awareness event supporting cancer patients and their families

Education

Completed secondary school -

Bishopbriggs Academy

2018.01 - 1 2024

History, Creative writing, Psychology

Strathclyde University

Skills

Time keeping and organisation: With my good time keeping and organisation skills I will be reliable, always on time and able to maximise the work and level of productivity I can accomplish in a given amount of time by planning accordingly If given numerous tasks at once I can also easily organise them into a work plan that flows effectively and efficiently
Communication: I believe I am a very social and highly confident individual enjoying the company of others and their differing perspectives I have a strong sense of empathy for others and will always do what I can to help them and try to solve their problems if I can This is also useful in the workplace for necessary and effective teamwork as well as communicating with customers

Committed: I am a committed person If given a task I will try my best to complete it in time and in good quality providing the best possible service, I can on the job not just for the business but also for the customer
Creativity: I see myself as a very creative person with a very vivid imagination This allows me to visualise situations well and easily form solution to problems in my head quickly at a moment’s notice This would be useful in the fast-moving workplace where decisions must be made swiftly with little hesitation

Accomplishments

While at High school I helped classrooms and students in the history and drama departments where I assisted younger students in their work and learning. I also volunteered to help in the support for learning department in my school which had me oversee and provide support for a group of students with additional needs allowing them to still have the most effective learning and welcoming school environment possible regardless of their circumstances. Additionally, while at school I held a leadership role as head of the Autistic awareness committee which organised in school talks and informational presentations on Autism during Autism awareness month.
In 2023 I participated in the Beatson cancer charity walk in Glasgow which was a community-based awareness event that had us walk across Glasgow in support of cancer patients and other people affected by cancer such as friends or family.

Interests and Hobbies

Creative writing
History and the past
Drama and acting
Nature, animals, walks and hiking
Movies, fiction, and art
Psychology and philosophy

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