Teddy Jackson
Ely,United Kingdom
Summary
A highly motivated individual with a positive disposition and confident interpersonal skills, recognised by staff in previous placements. With a strong work ethic, Teddy enjoys fun team and individual work. Demonstrates resilience and tenacity through sports and challenging expeditions, alongside a strong initiative in managing complex situations. Studying Spanish, with excellent verbal articulation and a good memory for information. Committed to personal fitness and physical activity, aiming to leverage these strengths in a dynamic professional environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
School student
Cottenham, Cambridgeshire
09.2021 - Current
- Gained valuable team working experience by participating in a self organised trip with friends to Scotland to climb Ben Nevis and walk the West Highland way. This was a challenging trip that tested resilience due to harsh weather and relentless midges; this was funded this by applying for funding from the Henry Morris Trust.
- Enjoys participating in a wide range of activities both inside and outside of school. Regularly takes part in basketball, football, and athletics, and was especially pleased to come second in a recent javelin competition out of 20 competitors from five other schools. Has also represented school in table tennis and badminton, winning most games. Last cricket season, won the coach's player award for having the fastest and most accurate bowl in the team.
- Outside school, plays football, cricket, and golf, and goes to the gym 3–4 times a week. Enjoys cooking for family and developing skills in a variety of cuisines, including roasts, sushi, and Italian dishes. Additionally, has completed all four stages of the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme.
- Has also taken part in the D of E Bronze award. For physical section, focused on cricket, particularly bowling; for skills section, learned to cook; and for volunteering, he and a friend carried out litter-picking around the village.
- Work experience at a local primary school where showed leadership qualities in arranging activities and organising the children; ensuring their safety as well as inspiring them with sporting skills and other practical skills. The staff described him as “polite,” “exceptionally good with kids,” and “punctual."
Education
GCSEs -
Cottenham Village College
Cottenham, Cambridgeshire 09.2021 -
Skills
- Positive disposition and confident interpersonal skills, that have been highlighted by staff in previous work experience placement
- Resilience and tenacity shown in sport and on walking expeditions in all weathers
- Foreign language fluency development - learning Spanish at school and extra curricular lessons
- Verbal articulation - good clear communication, well spoken
- Initiative taking, good at managing tricky situations or asking for appropriate help, showing persistence when it matters
- Fitness and enjoyment of sport and physical activity
- Good memory for information
Affiliations
- A keen cricket player and fast bowler, Teddy enjoys playing for his local cricket team.
- Teddy enjoys sailing and has completed all four stages of the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme.
- Teddy is a keen gym goer and enjoys fitness and weight lifting.
- Teddy is a keen chef and enjoys trying new culinary styles of cooking eg sushi.
Accomplishments
Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award
Represented his school in football, basketball, javelin, table tennis and badminton. Won coaches player aware for having the fastest and most accurate bowl in his team.
Timeline
School student
09.2021 - Current
GCSEs -
Cottenham Village College
09.2021 -