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SAMUEL ELLWOOD

WITNEY,Oxfordshire

Summary

  • Experienced in mentoring and leading groups of Year 9 and Year 10 students through youth work, developing strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
  • Planned and delivered engaging activities, games, and events through youth work experience, demonstrating organisation and creativity.
  • Completed work experience placements in Year 11 and Year 12 which developed an understanding of professional workplace expectations, responsibility, and teamwork. I recently completed a week's work experience in the Houses of Parliament in London, which broadened my horizons on many levels.
  • Officially qualified FA football referee with strong decision-making skills and the ability to remain calm, fair, and confident under pressure.
  • Experienced football referee with a strong understanding of rules and player safety, maintaining control and ensuring positive environments during matches. I have recently completed my first season of refereeing, taking charge of boys and girls matches.
  • Dedicated and hardworking individual who achieved an excellent set GCSE results through commitment and perseverance, including GCSE PE with football as a chosen sport.
  • Passionate about sport, coaching, and supporting young people, with enthusiasm for creating enjoyable and positive experiences for others.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Football referee

FA
WITNEY, Oxfordshire
2025.08 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of incidents occurring during matches to support post-match analysis.
  • Sustained high levels of physical fitness to ensure optimal performance on pitch.
  • Participated in referee training courses to enhance skills and knowledge of the game.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children and engage in clear communication with them.
  • Collaborated closely with assistant referees to improve coverage of the ground and enhance decision-making processes during matches.
  • Developed communication skills through explaining decisions and fostering relationships with players and coaches.

Education

A-Levels -

Woodgreen School
Witney, Oxfordshire
2025.09 -

GCSEs -

The King's School
Witney, Oxfordshire
2022.09 - 2025.08

Skills

  • Enthusiasm and motivation
  • Bilingual English-French speaker
  • Leadership skills
  • Fair judgment
  • Boundary setting
  • Tolerance for criticism
  • Injury assessment
  • Confidence in decision-making
  • Communication skills
  • Physical fitness
  • Patience and consistency
  • Behaviour management
  • Safety compliance
  • Physical agility

Languages

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Certification

Qualified referee with the FA

Affiliations

  • Enjoy playing and watching sport
  • Spending time with friends and family

Accomplishments

Received the character award at my previous school when I finished my GCSE's for being kind, humble and hard working.

Timeline

A-Levels -

Woodgreen School
2025.09 -

Football referee

FA
2025.08 - Current

GCSEs -

The King's School
2022.09 - 2025.08
SAMUEL ELLWOOD