William Lorkin
Cardiff,South Glamorgan
Summary
A versatile professional with expertise in creative writing, self-publishing, and educational resource development. Demonstrates strong proofreading skills and research and analysis capabilities, complemented by project management and administration proficiency. Adept at curriculum development and utilising Google Analytics to enhance educational outcomes. Known for effective communication, organisational skills, and project organisation, with a talent for storyline development and conflict resolution planning. Committed to leveraging these competencies to drive impactful projects in the educational sector.
Offering strong organisational and communication skills, with knack for managing multiple tasks and deadlines. Knowledgeable about collaborative work environments and keen attention to detail. Ready to use and develop writing, coordination, and teamwork skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching Assistant/Cover Teacher
Pauline Quirke Academy
Newport, Monmouthshire
2026.01 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date records of pupil progress, tracking individual development effectively across multiple subjects
- Led small and large group sessions for enhanced focus on challenging topics involving film and television production.
- Assisted in lesson planning for effective curriculum delivery of the creative arts.
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
- Spearheaded communication amongst peers to maintain efficiency.
- Organised time and resources for smooth and orderly workflow.
- Adapted to different creative demands to help achieve vision.
Waiter
Bill's Restaurant, Cardiff
Cardiff
2023.08 - 2026.03
- Coordinated with management, commis and heads of stations for seamless productivity.
- Delivered friendly and fast service to process high-volume requests at peak times.
- Completed daily opening and closing checklists to maintain standards, ready for efficient service.
- Resolved complaints promptly with care, empathy and resilience, escalating larger operational concerns to management.
- Displaying enthusiasm and personality promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Barista, Kitchen Porter
Costa Coffee, Devon
Devon
2019.01 - 2020.08
- Monitoring supply levels and maintaining typical demands of the day allowing focus on quality and consistency.
- Compiled comprehensive end-of-day reports detailing all issues and possible improvements, facilitating smoother workdays later on.
- Quickly resetting and cleaning table enabling a speedy turnover and guest flow resulting in maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Liaised with management and suppliers to discuss service changes, resulting in streamlined communication.
- Contributed to meetings, offering input on potential improvements or adjustments for better work flow.
Education
Masters of Arts - Film (Screenwriting)
University of South Wales
Cardiff 2001.04 -
A-Levels - Law - A, History - A, Psychology - B
Exeter College
ExeterBachelor of Law - Law
Cardiff University (Prifysgol Caerdydd)
Cardiff 2001.04 -
Skills
- Creative writing
- Self-publishing experience
- Educational resource Development
- Proofreading Skills
- Research and Analysis Skills
- Project management
- Administration skills
- Curriculum Development
- Google Analytics
- Effective communication
- Organisational skills
- Project organisation
- Storyline development
- Conflict resolution planning
Websites
Timeline
Teaching Assistant/Cover Teacher
Pauline Quirke Academy
2026.01 - Current
Waiter
Bill's Restaurant, Cardiff
2023.08 - 2026.03
Barista, Kitchen Porter
Costa Coffee, Devon
2019.01 - 2020.08
Masters of Arts - Film (Screenwriting)
University of South Wales
2001.04 -
Bachelor of Law - Law
Cardiff University (Prifysgol Caerdydd)
2001.04 -
A-Levels - Law - A, History - A, Psychology - B
Exeter College