Your Name
Dalkeith,Midlothian
Summary
A dedicated professional with a clean full UK driving licence, adept at applying knowledge efficiently and coordinating tasks with precision. Skilled in hazard identification and incident reporting, ensuring safety and compliance in all operations. Demonstrates excellent concentration and attention to detail, complemented by strong verbal communication skills. Adaptable to shift work with a patient disposition, aiming to leverage these competencies towards achieving organisational goals.
Energetic and driven to continue to learn and grow professionally to be the most effective person. Able to understand and implement new technologies and strategies. Excel at working with different learning styles.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Primary school teacher
City of Edinburgh Council
Edinburgh
08.2011 - Current
- Enhanced student participation with engaging group tasks.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
- Utilised diverse teaching aids, enhancing comprehension of subjects taught.
- Undertook parent-teacher meetings to provide feedback on student progress.
- Coordinated field trips to supplement curriculum-based learning.
- Collaborated with parents for improvement in students' academic performance.
- Implemented school policies effectively, maintaining discipline within the class.
- Integrated technology into lessons, making learning more interactive and fun.
- Administered regular tests and assignments giving timely feedback.
- Tailored instruction techniques to suit varied learning styles of students.
- Encouraged open communication amongst pupils fostering team spirit and respect for diversity.
- Improved literacy levels by focusing on reading and writing skills.
- Designed interactive activities for better understanding of complex concepts.
- Assessed student performance regularly, identifying areas needing improvement promptly.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities promoting holistic development of pupils.
Sales Manager
Fitness First
Edinburgh
08.2001 - 01.2022
- Sculpted a high-performing sales culture through regular motivation sessions and reward schemes.
- Led high-performance sales teams, ensuring achievement of targets.
- Drove revenue growth by identifying and capitalising on emerging market trends.
- Guided team members on best practices in upselling and cross-selling techniques, leading to enhanced customer value proposition.
- Boosted gross margin percentages by initiating cost-saving measures.
- Developed robust client relationships for improved business growth.
- Improved bottom-line results with meticulous budget control.
Primary school teacher
East Lothian Council
Musselburgh, East Lothian
08.2009 - 07.2011
- Designed interactive activities for better understanding of complex concepts.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
- Implemented school policies effectively, maintaining discipline within the class.
- Collaborated with parents for improvement in students' academic performance.
- Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
- Integrated technology into lessons, making learning more interactive and fun.
- Administered regular tests and assignments giving timely feedback.
- Coordinated field trips to supplement curriculum-based learning.
- Guided students through challenging coursework, boosting their confidence.
- Utilised diverse teaching aids, enhancing comprehension of subjects taught.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities promoting holistic development of pupils.
- Improved literacy levels by focusing on reading and writing skills.
- Undertook parent-teacher meetings to provide feedback on student progress.
Leisure Club Manager
Musselburgh and Fisherrow Coop
Musselburgh, East Lothian
05.2005 - 07.2008
- Mitigated risk factors by enforcing strict security measures.
- Enhanced member satisfaction by resolving complaints promptly.
- Developed marketing strategies to attract potential members.
- Monitored club facilities maintenance, maintaining a clean and inviting atmosphere.
- Supervised financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
- Managed club operations for seamless customer experience.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to ensure best value for money.
- Maintained high cleanliness standards for member satisfaction.
- Organised special events, creating a vibrant club atmosphere.
- Trained staff in customer service skills, enhancing member engagement.
- Executed recruitment procedures to build a competent workforce.
- Streamlined communication channels to improve team coordination.
- Fostered positive relationships with members, boosting club reputation.
Leisure Club Manager
Macdonald Hotels
Edinburgh
01.2002 - 04.2005
- Organised special events, creating a vibrant club atmosphere.
- Enhanced member satisfaction by resolving complaints promptly.
- Monitored club facilities maintenance, maintaining a clean and inviting atmosphere.
- Coordinated events and promotions for increased footfall.
- Set performance targets for staff, driving continual improvement.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to ensure best value for money.
- Improved operational efficiency with regular system upgrades.
- Streamlined communication channels to improve team coordination.
- Executed recruitment procedures to build a competent workforce.
- Managed club operations for seamless customer experience.
- Trained staff in customer service skills, enhancing member engagement.
Leisure Club Manager
3D Leisure
Edinburgh/Aberdeen
08.1997 - 08.2001
- Monitored club facilities maintenance, maintaining a clean and inviting atmosphere.
- Managed club operations for seamless customer experience.
- Coordinated events and promotions for increased footfall.
- Implemented new schedules to increase staff productivity.
- Set performance targets for staff, driving continual improvement.
- Analysed market trends, adapting offerings to meet member demands.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, promoting a secure environment.
- Organised special events, creating a vibrant club atmosphere.
- Supervised financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
- Mitigated risk factors by enforcing strict security measures.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to ensure best value for money.
- Executed recruitment procedures to build a competent workforce.
- Enhanced member satisfaction by resolving complaints promptly.
- Maintained high cleanliness standards for member satisfaction.
- Fostered positive relationships with members, boosting club reputation.
- Reviewed financial reports regularly, identifying opportunities for cost savings.
- Trained staff in customer service skills, enhancing member engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Leisure Management
Scottish Agricultural College
Ayr 08.2007 - 06.2008
PGDE - Primary Teaching
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 08.2008 - 06.2009
Skills
- Knowledge application
- Efficient coordination
- Hazard identification
- Adaptable to shift work
- Patient disposition
- Verbal communication
- Attention to Detail
- Incident reporting
- Excellent concentration
- Clean full UK driving licence
Affiliations
- I enjoy running and keep fit. I also enjoy football and helped coach my sons team until he was 15.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Primary school teacher
City of Edinburgh Council
08.2011 - Current
Primary school teacher
East Lothian Council
08.2009 - 07.2011
PGDE - Primary Teaching
University of Edinburgh
08.2008 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Leisure Management
Scottish Agricultural College
08.2007 - 06.2008
Leisure Club Manager
Musselburgh and Fisherrow Coop
05.2005 - 07.2008
Leisure Club Manager
Macdonald Hotels
01.2002 - 04.2005
Sales Manager
Fitness First
08.2001 - 01.2022
Leisure Club Manager
3D Leisure
08.1997 - 08.2001