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Will Gibson

Will Gibson

Duston,Northampton

Summary

I’m a confident individual, with a lot of energy and enthusiasm for everything I do. As you will gather from my application, I have used my communication skills, my work ethic and determination to be the best version of myself.

Work History

5-Day Work Experience

NewEra
07.2024 - 07.2024
  • Supported key areas of the operation including: Finance, Design, Distribution, Sales and Marketing
  • Learnt new skills
  • Time management
  • An appreciation for the realities of work
  • Teamwork in a live business environment

Education

GCSE - Maths, English Literature, English Language, Science, Spanish, Geography, Business, Sports Studies

Wootton Park School
Northampton
09.2019 -

Skills

Responsibility & Independence

Linked to the role I am applying for, every Saturday morning I have the responsibility of cleaning our house while my parents are with my sister This consists of hoovering, tidying and polishing I do this to a high standard, or my parents are not happy!


Communication

My communication skills are regularly praised by people I encounter and have interactions with My natural character combined with encouragement from my parents to talk to people has definitely helped me become a confident and well-respected individual


Leadership

An example of leadership stems from a couple of seasons of volunteering to coach young children with All Stars & Dynamos cricket at cricket clubs in Northamptonshire I had to set a good example to the children to not only show them correct ways of playing the game but how to behave and conduct themselves I was proud to help these groups, which included my sister, helping to introduce her to the sport


Attention to detail

Every subject at school requires me to have excellent attention to detail and this can be especially highlighted with my Sports Studies coursework To enable full marks, terminology, definitions and key information need to be 100% accurate As a result, I have received full marks for my GCSE coursework already, which I’m extremely proud of


Determination & Commitment

I have a 100% attendance at school this academic year, I don’t miss training sessions for sport teams I play for and always hit deadlines for school projects Currently, I attend voluntary after-school and lunchtime extra-curricular sessions which will enable me to achieve higher grades with my upcoming GCSEs

This shows my commitment and work ethic for key aspects of my life currently


Affiliations

  • 2024-2025 Parklands Football Team A-league, U16s - I’ve played football for several years now and my current club plays in a highly competitive league on Sundays, which I thoroughly enjoy
  • June 2021 – 2024 St Michael’s Cricket Club (Adults)
  • Northamptonshire County Cricket Team - Represented the County for 4 years during my junior years, between U10-U13s This was an excellent experience and opportunity for me which developed my playing skills, confidence, leadership, communication, discipline and attention to detail.
  • Golf- I’ve been playing golf with my Dad for several years now and competed in my first tournament in 2024, finishing 4th out of 24th golfers.
  • Fitness - I enjoy going to the gym for physical and mental health benefits

Timeline

5-Day Work Experience

NewEra
07.2024 - 07.2024

GCSE - Maths, English Literature, English Language, Science, Spanish, Geography, Business, Sports Studies

Wootton Park School
09.2019 -
Will Gibson