Zak Banton
London
Summary
I am an Afro-Carribean student from the UK studying in America with a passion for problem solving helping others. I'm always looking to challenge myself and explore new fields and endeavours, both physical and mental.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Activity leader
King's Foundation
London
2025.07 - Current
- Led group activities, promoting teamwork and cooperation amongst members.
- Demonstrated flexibility whilst managing diverse groups from an array of different countries.
- Established rapport with international students through effective non-verbal communication skills.
Sighted Guide
Center for Student Support and Care
Notre Dame, United States
2025.01 - 2025.07
- I help and provide aid for visually-impaired students at the University of Notre Dame that require assistance travelling around the campus.
Waiter bartender
Hap Group
London
2025.07 - 2025.07
- Prepared cocktails for enriching the bar's menu variety.
- Managed cash register effectively, ensuring accurate transaction processing.
- Catered special events professionally, enhancing the overall guest experience.
Assistant Carer
Wisdom Support
2023.01 - 2024.01
- I take care of mentally disabled adults who live on their own and are deemed unable to care for themselves.
- I cook for, bathe and dress them.
Intern
United Kingdom Department for Education
London
2023.07 - 2023.07
- As the intern to Dame Rachel de Souza DBE, I was involved with the inner workings of the Department for Education.
- I helped develop the 'Big Ambition', an upgraded version of the 2021 nationwide survey the 'Big Ask'. This will be distributed to 500,000+ children across the country.
- In addition to this, I was invited to the House of Lords to listen to Bishop Rachel Treweek's declaration against the Online Safety Bill.
Junior Partner
John Lewis
London
2022.12 - 2023.01
- Company Overview: John Lewis Department Store
- I was selected to work at the front entrance where I would guide, respond to and interact with 200+ customers per day.
- In addition to this, I worked extensively at the till and on the shop floor, enhancing my communicative skills and problem solving.
- John Lewis Department Store
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN 2024.08 -
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Versatility
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Perseverance
Accomplishments
- Brennan Family Scholarship
- Glynn Family Honors Program Invitee
- National Collegiate Rugby Sevens All-American
- National Collegiate Rugby Sevens Top Scorer
- 1st Team All-Big Ten Rugby Sevens
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 01/19/06
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: London
Timeline
Activity leader
King's Foundation
2025.07 - Current
Waiter bartender
Hap Group
2025.07 - 2025.07
Sighted Guide
Center for Student Support and Care
2025.01 - 2025.07
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Notre Dame
2024.08 -
Intern
United Kingdom Department for Education
2023.07 - 2023.07
Assistant Carer
Wisdom Support
2023.01 - 2024.01
Junior Partner
John Lewis
2022.12 - 2023.01