Thomas Platt
Marlow,Buckinghamshire
Summary
Construction Tutor with a strong foundation as a Painter and Decorator with over 5 years in the construction industry. Skilled in hands-on instruction and student development, with a commitment to fostering practical skills and industry knowledge in further education students while translating real-world experience into engaging, relevant lessons that prepare students for success in construction trades. Adept at building strong relationships with students and colleagues in a high pressure environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tutor of further education
New Meaning Training
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
08.2021 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons for improved student comprehension.
- Provided constructive feedback to foster continual academic growth.
- Maintained open communication with parents about student progress and areas of improvement.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Demonstrated patience and understanding when dealing with struggling students, encouraging their efforts towards success.
- Took attendance registers, kept student records and ordered resources to replenish depleted items.
- Checked and marked work and assignments and gave feedback to aid comprehension.
Painter and decorator
New Meaning construction
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Achieved client satisfaction by delivering high-quality painting and decorating services.
- Maintained clean workspace to ensure safety and efficiency in task completion.
- Created decorative finishes using specialised techniques, enhancing overall ambience.
- Prepped surfaces for painting to ensure smooth application and lasting results.
- Met tight deadlines, ensuring minimal disruption to clients' daily routines.
- Repaired walls before painting, resulting in a flawless finish.
- Completed exterior paintwork tasks with attention to detail for long-lasting results.
Labourer
Meakes
Lane End, Buckinghamshire
11.2013 - 08.2014
- Improved site cleanliness by regularly removing debris and waste materials.
- Assisted with heavy lifting to ensure safe and efficient operations on site.
- Streamlined work processes, resulting in smoother project progression. Including cutting, painting and racking lengths of steel
- Demonstrated excellent teamwork skills whilst carrying out manual tasks.
Education
NOCN Level 2 diploma - Painting and decorating
New Meaning Training
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire 07.2015 - 09.2016
Diploma - Public services
Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA)
Maidenhead 09.2013 - 07.2014
GCSEs -
Great Marlow School
Marlow 09.2008 - 07.2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Progress tracking
- Conflict resolution
- Lesson planning
- Subject knowledge
- Efficient time management
- Resilience under pressure
- Team player
Affiliations
- Snowboarding
- Fishing
- Gaming
- Reading
Timeline
Tutor of further education
New Meaning Training
08.2021 - Current
Painter and decorator
New Meaning construction
08.2016 - 08.2021
NOCN Level 2 diploma - Painting and decorating
New Meaning Training
07.2015 - 09.2016
Labourer
Meakes
11.2013 - 08.2014
Diploma - Public services
Berkshire College of Agriculture (BCA)
09.2013 - 07.2014
GCSEs -
Great Marlow School
09.2008 - 07.2013
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