Nanny Profile ‘V Shane

Shane is an Australian who is living in the UK on a Right of Abode Visa which gives him an indefinite period of time to live and work in the UK. He is currently looking for a permanent position and is available to start ASAP.

Shane had been in the UK since 2003, and has been working at the Hertfordshire County Council as a Child Care worker in children‘¦s residential homes, as well as working as an outdoor education instructor for Out of Town Action Sports. He has also worked as tennis coach in Australia. He is confident with children aged from 4 years +

Shane is a confident driver and has a UK licence. He has a UK CRB Police Check that was recently issued in July 2007.

CURRICULUM VITAE

  Nationality: Australian

PERSONAL PROFILE

I am a very active, intelligent, confident person who enjoys working with both children and adults. My personal skills are excellent, having very good rapport with people of all ages, with outstanding oral and written communication. I am described as a reliable, organised person who loves motivating and empowering others.

EDUCATION

Pychodynamic Counselling 2007
Chichester Counselling Services

First Aid 2007
Australian Institute of Fitness

Master Trainer (Adv. Personal Trainer) 2007
Australian Institute of Fitness

Outdoor Recreation Certificate III 2003
YMCA Yarramundi, Australia

Assessment & Workplace Training Certificate IV 2002
Penrith College TAFE, Australia

Business Management Certificate IV 2002
Penrith College TAFE, Australia

Management Counselling & Appraisal 2000
Woolworths, Australia

WORK HISTORY

Live-in Nanny Aug 2005 ‘V Oct 2006
VIP Family

„« Cared for 2 children girl 5, boy 14
„« Responsible for driving family, cooking, light housework, nursery duties, homework, holiday planning, activities and social outings
„« Developed a healthier diet and more active lifestyle for family

Child Care Worker Dec 2003 ‘V Aug 2005
Durrants Hill Road Children's Home

„« Cared for the needs of young people in a residential home
„« Responsible for health, education, life skills, social skills, activities, sports, cooking and cleaning
„« Planned and lead a team of staff

Outdoor Education Instructor Aug 2002 ‘V Jun 2003
YMCA Camp Yarramundi

„« Instructed groups in outdoor activities - rock climbing, canoeing, abseiling, archery, high/low ropes, camping, expeditions, kayaking, initiatives.
„« Peer support and team building programs

Senior Regional Manager Nov 2001 ‘V Jun 2002
Ocean Master Seafood Restaurant

„« Opened and created market for new concept store
„« Trained and developed managers and staff across 21 stores
„« Successfully marketed and promoted business to maintain customer numbers

Events Manager / Tennis Coach Apr 2001 ‘V Nov 2001
Tennis World

„« Developed and implemented new coaching approach for kids camp
„« Increased customer satisfaction and enrolments by 30%
„« Organised and ran 3 competitions weekly

Troubleshooting Manager Jan 1997 ‘V Oct 2000
Woolworths Supermarket

„« Responsible for 40 staff and over $400,000 sales weekly
„« Managed perishables, groceries, general merchandise, receiving dock, deli, produce, registers and customer service desk across region
„« Increased sales and lowered costs to be consistently top 5 in the state for labour % of sales

WORK EXPERIENCE

Personal Trainer March 2007 - Present
Personal Business 

„« Successfully trained clients in the gym, outdoors and in the clients own home
„« Advised and monitored clients on nutrition, weight loss, muscle toning, sports development, balance, core strength, rehabilitation of injuries, postural and technique correction
„« Marketed and created regular client base for personal training
„« Trained and developed LA Fitness members, staff and personal trainers
„« Counselled clients on issues affecting their future goals
Events Co-ordinator Oct 2005 - Present
Personal Business

„« Organised and hosted 1 day and weekend social and recreational events to destinations around the UK.
„« Established excellent working relationship with other similar businesses
„« Marketed and appealed to all ages, demographics and social status
„« Events included: fitness, weight loss, sports, relaxation, sightseeing, comedy, theatre, dinners out all in a social, fun environment

Fitness Instructor Oct 2006 ‘V Nov 2006
Fit For Sport

„« Worked with teenagers from Ian Wright‘¦s ‘₯Fitter Kids‘¦ TV programme
„« Motivated and encouraged teenagers to achieve their weight loss goals
„« Educated children on nutrition, health, fitness and sports development
„« Lead and improved existing programme throughout school holidays

Outdoor Activity Instructor Sept 2003 ‘V Aug 2005
Out of Town Action Sports

„« Instructed school groups in outdoor activities such as climbing, pot holing, abseiling, problem solving, team games, orienteering, camping
„« Increased customer satisfaction by actively involving teachers in all activities
„« Developed and trained staff on personal skills with clients