Soraya-Hind Taleb
Swadlincote
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven ability to work independently while building strong relationships. Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, complemented by multilingual proficiency in French and Arabic. A fast learner with a diverse skill set, eager to leverage these abilities in a challenging role that fosters growth and development.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching Assistant
SupplyGo
Derby
2026.02 - Current
- Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
- Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
ERCA Qualified High Ropes Instructor
Conkers Discovery Centre
Swadlincote
2024.06 - 2025.12
- Managed delivery of adventure courses, ensuring participant engagement and safety across low and high ropes, zip line, climbing, and powerfan.
- Delivered engaging sessions, adapting instructional methods to enhance learning experiences for diverse skill levels and age groups.
- Coordinated operations, ensuring safety and timely execution while implementing emergency procedures effectively.
Head of Leisure Department (Maternity Cover)
Radisson Blu East Midland Airport
Derby
2024.08 - 2025.01
- Managed operations of pool, sauna, steam room, and gym to ensure safety, hygiene, and compliance with operational standards.
- Implemented safer working practices to minimise health risks for staff while ensuring operational standards were upheld and training was updated.
- Organised business calendar, staff rotas, and liaised with external contractors to streamline operations.
- Promoted and sold leisure and spa packages to visitors.
- Developed client-focused environment fostering genuine relationships with members and guests.
Duty Manager and Personal Trainer
Newcastle Village Hotel
Newcastle upon Tyne
2022.06 - 2023.01
- Supported clients in achieving fitness goals through personalised training: NVQ PT Level 3 qualified. Delivered 1-to-1 and mixed ability group fitness sessions.
- Facilitated initial health assessments and conducted preliminary health checks during gym induction and 6-week fitness review to ensure client safety and readiness.
Membership Sales Advisor (+PT)
Evisa Personal Fitness Club
Swadlincote
2021.07 - 2022.03
- Conducted face-to-face consultations with tailored pitches to identify and address client needs.
- Developed customised sales pitches during consultations to effectively engage individual clients.
- Created prospect profiles during consultations to inform next-step selling strategies.
- Delivered 1-to-1 coaching and group fitness classes
Global Sales Promoter
Volunteer Eco Students Abroad
Australia
2020.01 - 2020.03
- Presented overseas volunteer programmes, driving high sign-up rates.
- Delivered public lectures in 300+ person halls with confidence and enthusiasm.
- Managed lone work logistics in Australian universities while abroad.
- Arranged flights, accommodation, and tight schedules independently.
- Recorded daily logs with meeting minutes, plans, and invoices.
Education
Bachelor's - Marine Biology
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear 2016.01 - 2019.01
Skills
- Strong independent worker and relationship-builder
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Highly diverse and adaptable fast learner
- Multilingual (French and Arabic)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
SupplyGo
2026.02 - Current
Head of Leisure Department (Maternity Cover)
Radisson Blu East Midland Airport
2024.08 - 2025.01
ERCA Qualified High Ropes Instructor
Conkers Discovery Centre
2024.06 - 2025.12
Duty Manager and Personal Trainer
Newcastle Village Hotel
2022.06 - 2023.01
Membership Sales Advisor (+PT)
Evisa Personal Fitness Club
2021.07 - 2022.03
Global Sales Promoter
Volunteer Eco Students Abroad
2020.01 - 2020.03
Bachelor's - Marine Biology
Newcastle University
2016.01 - 2019.01