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Education
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Thomas Kynes

Thomas Kynes

Community Youth Worker
Lisburn,Antrim

Summary

I am an energetic professional with highly relevant skills in communication and organisation, coupled with proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management. I possess a proven ability to multitask and prioritise workloads, ensuring smooth and efficient office operations.

I am a well-organised administrative assistant with a knack for streamlining office processes and enhancing team productivity. I previously managed scheduling, coordinated meetings, and maintained records, resulting in smoother operations and improved workflow. I demonstrated initiative by implementing new filing systems, boosting efficiency and accuracy. I am a committed professional with a focus on youth and community development. I possess solid skills in emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and leadership development, and I can foster positive relationships and guide young individuals towards achieving their full potential. Committed to creating engaging community programs that promote inclusivity and personal growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work history

General warehouse operative

Marks and Spencer
Lisburn, Antrim
11.2024 - 01.2025
  • Picked, packed and dispatched high-volume orders, consistently exceeding warehouse performance targets.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, ensuring accurate order fulfilment.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the warehouse, promoting a tidy working environment.
  • Contributed to a collaborative work environment through effective communication skills.
  • Moved stock around by hand, using forklift truck or lifting gear.
  • Handled fragile items with care, preventing damages or losses.
  • Sorted materials on warehouse racks and shelves.
  • Completed work following safety rules for best working practices.
  • Received deliveries and helped to coordinate storage.
  • Attended Health and Safety training to ensure consistent adherence to warehouse safety policies.
  • Listened closely to instructions, carrying out fast-paced picking and packing in line with targets.
  • Loaded packaged goods on to trucks for shipping.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading of vehicles manually and using machines.
  • Maintained clean, safe and orderly warehouse space.

Youth Support Worker in Charge

Resurgam Youth Initiative
Lisburn, Antrim
01.2009 - 10.2024
  • Oversaw a six-person outreach detached street work team
  • Responsible for planning summer programs, creating daily session plans, and evaluations, and documenting the work that was accomplished
  • Responsible for carrying out various safeguarding checks on behalf of the council, which had to be conducted and submitted weekly
  • Responsible for arranging and logging staff training and facilitating all Access NI vetting for staff and volunteers
  • Encouraged participation and engagement in planned activities.
  • Safeguarded young people in line with national guidelines.
  • Role modelled positive behaviour and interpersonal skills.
  • Provided support during regular youth sessions and planned activities.
  • Helped young children to develop critical life skills through educational play.
  • Built strong relationships with young people by providing emotional support and guidance.
  • Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
  • Supported young people in realising aspirations and potential through personal mentoring.
  • Helped with coordination and supervision of youth activities and delivered positive interventions.
  • Facilitated group activities to foster teamwork and communication amongst youth.
  • Organised field trips to broaden cultural horizons of young people.
  • Initiated fundraising events; generated resources to enhance facility amenities.
  • Cleaned youth club areas before and after sessions to maintain safe, sanitary conditions.
  • Implemented behaviour management strategies to maintain order within the facility.
  • Delivered educational workshops, improved understanding of societal issues.
  • Developed outreach programmes to bridge gaps between young people and communities.
  • Applied for grant funding to improve activities and services for young people.
  • Organised inclusive sporting activities, encouraging teamwork and collaboration.
  • Promoted community involvement and volunteering among young people.
  • Participated in staff meetings, contributed valuable insights into child welfare policies.
  • Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
  • Ensured safety guidelines were followed at all times to prevent accidents or injuries.
  • Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.

Production operative

Coca Cola
Lisburn, Lisburn and Castlereagh
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Followed company procedures for effective task completion.
  • Kept workspaces clean and organised with regular attention.
  • Accurately labelled and packaged items.
  • Minimised product damage, ensuring goods were correctly handled and stored to task specifications.
  • Selected and wore protective gear to minimise risk of injury.

Security Operative

Scrutini
Belfast
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Checked ID cards and documented details in security log.
  • Applied outstanding communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with staff and visitors.
  • Patrolled property during open hours, observing activities and deterring vandalism or criminal activity.
  • Kept entrances secure with consistent visitor, personnel and package screening.
  • Collaborated with security teams and emergency services to resolve urgent situations.

Advanced Signaller

Civil Service
Salisury, Wiltshire
01.1998 - 01.2007
  • Problem-solving and decision-making: Regularly faced and overcame complex logistical challenges.
  • Communication and negotiation skills: Developed through managing relationships with diverse international partners
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
  • Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.

Production operative

Altona Industries
Lisburn, Antrim
01.1994 - 01.1998
  • Followed company procedures for effective task completion.
  • Kept workspaces clean and organised with regular attention.
  • Accurately labelled and packaged items.
  • Maintained a clean work environment, promoting overall well-being of staff.
  • Selected and wore protective gear to minimise risk of injury.
  • Handled raw materials, prepared for production process.
  • Quality checked components to ensure smooth, compliant manufacturing and assembly processes.
  • Maintained clean workstation to comply with safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Ensured full compliance with health and safety regulations, including appropriate use and disposal of hazardous substances.

Education

BSc Hons. - Community Youth Work

Ulster University
Coleraine

NVQ Level 3 - Assessing Vocational Acievement

Belfast Metropolitan College
Belfast

OCN Level III - Introduction to Youth Work

Education Authority
Lisburn, Lisburn and Castlereagh

NVQ Level 3 - Communication Technologies

Edexcel

NVQ Level 2 - Community Relations and Development

Workers Education Association
Lisburn, Lisburn and Castlereagh

High School - GCSEs obtained: English, Maths, Geography, Computer Studies, CDT

Lisnagarvey High School
Lisburn
09.1995 - 06.1996

Skills

  • Warehouse picking
  • Warehouse environment safety
  • Warehouse operating procedures
  • Communication skills
  • Patient and supportive
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Youth engagement
  • Confidentiality
  • Effective communication
  • Administrative skills
  • Organisational skills
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Records management
  • Document management
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Educational program design
  • Collaborative networking
  • Behavioural guidance
  • Social media literacy
  • Proactive listening
  • Child protection awareness
  • Fundraising techniques
  • Data collection and evaluation
  • Youth empowerment
  • Team player
  • Multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Community engagement
  • Youth mentoring
  • Outreach strategies
  • Programme planning
  • Sports coaching
  • Project management experience
  • Data confidentiality
  • Recreational activity coordinating
  • Activity planning
  • Outreach support

Affiliations

  • Movies, PC Gaming, Football, Quizzes and Puzzles.

References

References available upon request.

Additional Training

  • First Aid (British Red Cross)
  • Keeping Children Safe (South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust)
  • Sports Coaching IFA Intermediate Level
  • Inclusive Skills (Disability Sport N.I)
  • NIOCN Certificates in Community Leadership Courses
  • Heart Start Instructor Training (British Heart Foundation)
  • Fire Safety Training
  • Highfield Level 2 in Principles of Fire Safety
  • Forward Learning (City & Guilds)
  • Child Protection Designated Officer
  • Facilitative Leadership (Interaction Institute for Social Change)
  • The Circle of Courage (Response Ability Pathways)

Personal Information

Date of birth: 05/21/79

Quote

" To be early is to be on time, to be on time is to be late, to be late is to be forgotten."

Timeline

General warehouse operative

Marks and Spencer
11.2024 - 01.2025

Youth Support Worker in Charge

Resurgam Youth Initiative
01.2009 - 10.2024

Production operative

Coca Cola
01.2008 - 01.2009

Security Operative

Scrutini
01.2007 - 01.2008

Advanced Signaller

Civil Service
01.1998 - 01.2007

High School - GCSEs obtained: English, Maths, Geography, Computer Studies, CDT

Lisnagarvey High School
09.1995 - 06.1996

Production operative

Altona Industries
01.1994 - 01.1998

BSc Hons. - Community Youth Work

Ulster University

NVQ Level 3 - Assessing Vocational Acievement

Belfast Metropolitan College

OCN Level III - Introduction to Youth Work

Education Authority

NVQ Level 3 - Communication Technologies

Edexcel

NVQ Level 2 - Community Relations and Development

Workers Education Association

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