William Jones

Dedicated student pursuing Law at Exeter University, demonstrating a strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Proven ability to manage time efficiently while collaborating in team environments. Leadership capabilities highlighted through active participation in group projects. DBS checked and approved July 2023.

Mount Kilimanjaro Summit – July 2024
Completed a 7-day trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m) with the British Expedition Company, raising over £1,200 for Dementia UK.

Sporting Involvement

• Scuba Diving: Active diver with Dive Manchester since childhood.
• Football: Played with various clubs since age 8, including Brandlesholme Warriors (Bury Youth Cup winners 2022; runners-up 2021 & 2023). Represented Woodhey School, winning the Bury Schools Cup in 2022.
• Tennis: Represented Holcombe Brook Sports Club (ages 9–15).
• Swimming: Member of Bury Development Squad; achieved ASA Gold Challenge Award.

Travel & Personal Interests
Passionate about travel and mountain climbing, having summited Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Toubkal, and Mount Fuji.
Recent travel includes the US (New York, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Texas, Florida), Japan (Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Okinawa), Tanzania, Moscow, Costa Rica, the Maldives, the Caribbean, and various destinations across Europe and the UK.
Also enjoys exploring fine dining and hospitality, including a visit to Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons in 2023.

Duke of Edinburgh Awards – Bronze, Silver & Gold (2021, 2022, 2024)
Completed all three levels of the DofE programme during school and college, including volunteering, skills development, and expeditions in the Peak District, Lake District, and Yorkshire Dales. Also undertook a trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Volunteering Experience

• Dive Manchester: Supported scuba diving learners.
• St Andrews Primary School: Assisted in classrooms, working with children.
• Holcombe Brook Sports Club: Developed tennis skills as part of the DofE programme.

Charity Work – FOP Friends (2017–2019)
Initiated and ran fundraising activities from age 10, including sweet stalls and a sponsored walk. Raised over £1,200 for FOP Friends.

Scuba Diving Qualifications
Diving since age 8, with the following certifications:

• PADI Open Water (2017)
• PADI Dry Suit (2017)
• PADI Advanced Open Water (2019)
• PADI Rescue Diver (2022)
• Emergency First Aid (2022)
• Advanced Wreck Diver (2024)
• Aspiring to achieve PADI Master Diver status.

Academic Achievement

• AS Level Politics (2022) – Grade C, self-studied.