Sebastian Eddison
Birmingham,Worcestershire
Summary
Enthusiastic, well-travelled, and recently lived and worked in China and Mongolia, and now motivated to inspire others to travel. Now seeking ideally a job in the travel industry. Having benefited directly from Hays Travel's supportive and thorough trip-planning and arranged itinerary recently, am particularly inspired to apply for this specific role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
Work history
English as a foreign language teacher
Darkhan English School
, Mongolia
2026.01 - 2026.03
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons making content relatable.
- Utilised technology in classroom effectively, making classes more interesting.
- Formulated engaging lesson plans to promote language acquisition.
- Boosted student engagement with innovative teaching techniques.
- Developed students' language skills through interactive lessons.
- Adopted diverse teaching methods to cater to varied learning styles.
- Encouraged students' active participation in class discussions, fostering a dynamic learning environment.
- Designed immersive English-language activities resulting in more effective learning experiences for the students.
- Employed creative strategies for teaching grammar and vocabulary concepts, achieving better comprehension amongst students.
- Planned and delivered specific lessons to designated classes and age groups.
- Set-up equipment and gathered teaching materials to prepare for lessons.
- Adapted teaching styles and resources to suit student age and ability.
Delivery driver
Post Office
Birmingham, Worcestershire
2024.03 - 2025.07
- Improved customer satisfaction by delivering packages promptly and accurately.
- Provided excellent customer service, enhancing company reputation.
- Updated records regularly for accurate tracking of parcels.
- Worked closely with colleagues to maintain team efficiency.
Outcomes Tracker
Gardens Trust
2023.06 - 2025.04
- Online research and data entry, involving some in-person meetings to attend
- Determining whether planning applications have been accepted, rejected or withdrawn by the relevant council, and inputting their decision into the system
- Evaluating and recording the impact that the Gardens Trust has had upon that decision
- Fulfilling set targets that which were useful for the organisation to monitor their effectiveness
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Bookshop Assistant
National Trust
, Worcestershire
2023.02 - 2024.03
- Sustained high levels of organisation with attention to detail.
- Assisted customers in locating specific titles, facilitating successful book sales.
- Managed inventory levels carefully to avoid overstocking or shortages.
- Built rapport with customers through friendly and knowledgeable service, encouraging return visits.
- Resolved customer queries promptly, leading to improved customer relations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Open University
UK 2018.09 - 2022.06
140-hour TEFL -
TEFL Cambridge
HSK 3 - Chinese Proficiency Test
Center for Language Education and Cooperation
A-Levels - English Literature
Old Swinford Hospital School
2001.04 - 2013.06
A-Levels - Maths
Old Swinford Hospital School
A-Levels - Music
Old Swinford Hospital School
Skills
- Language proficiency
- Familiarity with travel regulations
- Customer Service
- Administrative tasks
- Travel research
- Computer proficient
Languages
English
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate
Affiliations
- Travel
- History
- Music
- Languages
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English as a foreign language teacher
Darkhan English School
2026.01 - 2026.03
Delivery driver
Post Office
2024.03 - 2025.07
Outcomes Tracker
Gardens Trust
2023.06 - 2025.04
Bookshop Assistant
National Trust
2023.02 - 2024.03
Bachelor of Arts -
Open University
2018.09 - 2022.06
A-Levels - English Literature
Old Swinford Hospital School
2001.04 - 2013.06
140-hour TEFL -
TEFL Cambridge
HSK 3 - Chinese Proficiency Test
Center for Language Education and Cooperation
A-Levels - Maths
Old Swinford Hospital School
A-Levels - Music
Old Swinford Hospital School