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My Experience

An overview of my work experience so far, demonstrating my willingness to work and skills aquired along the way

Experience

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STEM Ambassador

Inspire younger generation in the field of computer science

Nov 2025 — Present

  • • Deliver interactive Computer Science sessions in primary and secondary schools, introducing pupils to core computing concepts through hands-on activities.
  • • Teach and support the use of educational technologies including LEGO SPIKE, micro:bit, Scratch and Python, adapting content to different age groups and ability levels.
  • • Deliver pre-prepared session materials and adapt explanations, pacing and support to match learner needs and time constraints.
  • • Break down complex technical ideas (e.g., algorithms, debugging, sensors, loops and conditionals) into accessible explanations for non-specialist audiences.
  • • Create and deliver structured demonstrations and mini-challenges that build confidence through quick wins and progressive difficulty.
  • • Provide 1-to-1 and small-group support during practical work, helping pupils debug code, troubleshoot hardware issues and develop resilience when stuck.
  • • Support inclusive delivery, including opportunities to work with children with special educational needs, adapting communication and activities to help every pupil participate.
  • • Encourage safe, responsible and inclusive use of technology, promoting good digital habits and positive classroom behaviour around devices.
  • • Collaborate with teachers and staff to coordinate lesson delivery, manage classroom logistics and ensure sessions run smoothly.
  • • Collect feedback and reflect on delivery to improve future sessions, adjusting pacing, explanations and activity design based on what worked best.
  • • Promote awareness of computing pathways, sharing insight into further study, apprenticeships and careers within Computer Science and the wider technology sector.

Transferable skills

  • • Communication: explaining technical concepts clearly to mixed audiences and adjusting language on the fly
  • • Leadership: taking ownership of session delivery, keeping groups engaged and maintaining momentum
  • • Problem-solving: rapid troubleshooting of code/hardware issues in a live setting
  • • Planning: preparing resources, timing activities and managing trade-offs to meet objectives
  • • Professionalism: working with schools and safeguarding expectations, and representing a STEM programme responsibly
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Plume Of Feathers

Resturant and Bar Staff

Feb 2025 — Dec 2025

  • • Experience working in a busy hospitality environment within a country pub with rooms, managing both food and drink service, and room check-in and guest experience. A strong understanding of providing high quality customer service. Used to multitasking and working in a fast paced role.
  • • Responsibilities include organising restaurant seating, taking orders, greeting and serving customers, collaborating with kitchen staff, and showing attentiveness to guests and communicating effectively with them.

Transferable skills

  • • Clear communication with customers and colleagues, translating needs into quick, practical actions
  • • Working calmly under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and service quality
  • • Time management and prioritisation across multiple tasks simultaneously
  • • Team collaboration, coordinating closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff
  • • Reliability and accountability in a customer-facing role
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McDonalds

Crew Member

Dec 2023 — June 2025

  • • Worked across both kitchen and front-of-house roles in a fast-paced environment.
  • • Prepared food to strict quality, hygiene and safety standards.
  • • Served customers at tills and drive‑thru, handling orders and payments accurately.
  • • Learned to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining consistency and teamwork.