Sophie Kent
Fareham,Hampshire
Summary
I am a dedicated and articulate swim teacher with a strong foundation in communication and adaptive swim teaching methods. I demonstrate exceptional skills in lesson planning, student assessment, and special needs instruction, ensuring a child-friendly approach. Known for being hardworking, considerate, and trustworthy, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. I am extremely passionate about teaching children to swim as I believe that it is a fundamental life skill that should be available to all. I swam competitively for many years as a child and the skills I learnt swimming as an individual and part of a team have served me well in life professionally and personally.
My year as Head Girl at High School also demonstrates my ability to step into a leadership role and take on additional responsibilities when needed.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Swimming teacher
Fareham Swim School
Fareham, Hampshire
06.2025 - Current
- Participate in ongoing professional development to keep abreast of latest teaching methodologies and safety protocols in swim teaching.
- Administer first aid when required, prioritising student welfare at all times.
- Conduct regular assessments to measure student progress.
- Incorporate fun games into lessons to enhance engagement whilst still focusing on skill building.
- Adapt lesson plans based on individual capabilities to ensure progression.
- Collaborate with other instructors to develop comprehensive swim programs, improving overall course quality.
- Teach students of varying age groups, from school age children to young adults, successfully.
- Teach children with additional special educational needs.
- Promoted water confidence amongst fearful or inexperienced swimmers through gentle acclimatisation activities.
- Managed group classes effectively, ensuring each student received adequate attention and guidance.
Casual Team Member
Bridgemary Car Boot Sale
Fareham, Hampshire
07.2022 - 06.2025
- I worked weekly at Bridgemary Car Boot Sale in various roles and I recently went back to assist on the slushy/hot dog stall as they were short staffed.
- Assisted in stock take, maintaining sufficient inventory at all times.
- Maintained high standards of food hygiene, securing customer trust.
- Serving customers, handling money, assisting with stock ordering and general tasks.
Swimming Teacher
Fareham Nomads Swimming Club
11.2021 - 02.2025
- As a Level 1 Qualified swimming teacher I run lessons under the supervision of another teacher.
- I assist in the planning and executing of lessons in a small swimming pool and the larger 25m pool.
- I was volunteering until I qualified in August 2023.
- I have just received my Level 2 Teaching Qualification as of December 2024.
Life guard (casual)
Everyone Active
Fareham, Hampshire
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Qualified August 2023 as a lifeguard.
- Worked on a casual ad-hoc basis.
- Provided effective supervision during public swimming hours, ensuring safety at all times.
- Ensured safety of pool users by constant monitoring and immediate response to emergencies.
Education
GCSEs -
Cams Hill School
09.2019 - 06.2023
A Levels - Maths, Chemistry and Biology
Peter Symonds College
Winchester, Hampshire 09.2023 - 06.2025
Skills
- Hard working
- Considerate
- Articulate
- Good communicator
- Good listener
- Trustworthy
- Confident
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Special needs instruction
- Adaptability
- Patience
- Communication
- Water safety principles
- Swim lesson planning
- Adaptive teaching methods
- Child-Friendly approach
Accomplishments
- I have achieved bronze and silver awards in the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme and am currently working towards my gold award.
- I recently attended a residential course independently in London aimed towards my future pathway in the forensic medical field.
- For the past 3 years I have been volunteering at my local Women's Institute group
References
- Gemma Dixon - Owner of Fareham Swim School info@farehamswimschool.com
- Matt Coote - Business manager for Bridgemary car boot, 07779599421
- Peter Farmer - Learn to Swim coordinator at Fareham Nomads, 07817 247517
Affiliations
Swimming
Travelling
Reading
Board games with friends
Podcasts
Hiking
Gaming
Certification
Full Drivers Licence (achieved September 2024)
Swimming Teacher Level 1 August 2023 (Swim England)
Swimming Teacher Level 2 November 2024 (Swim England)
Lifeguard NPLQ August 2023 (Lapsed)
Timeline
Swimming teacher
Fareham Swim School
06.2025 - Current
A Levels - Maths, Chemistry and Biology
Peter Symonds College
09.2023 - 06.2025
Life guard (casual)
Everyone Active
09.2023 - 09.2024
Casual Team Member
Bridgemary Car Boot Sale
07.2022 - 06.2025
Swimming Teacher
Fareham Nomads Swimming Club
11.2021 - 02.2025
GCSEs -
Cams Hill School
09.2019 - 06.2023
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