Leah Gretton
Revesby
Summary
With determination, I applied for the army at 16 but couldn't meet the required run time. Despite setbacks, I dedicated three years to self-improvement. Though a medical discharge cut short my dream of playing rugby for the army, my passion for sports grew stronger. Joining a rugby team brought me joy and ignited a desire to give back, leading me to start coaching. Coaching has provided unexpected opportunities I never thought possible.
Developed skills in aquatic teaching environment, excelling in communication and fostering positive learning experiences. Seeking to transition into new field, utilizing instructional abilities and strong focus on safety and encouragement. Capable of adapting these transferrable skills to create impactful and supportive experiences in any new role.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Teacher
Bluefit
09.2024 - Current
- Provided personalized feedback to swimmers, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting improvement.
- Implemented creative approaches to teaching fundamental swimming techniques while keeping students engaged throughout the entire lesson process.
- Focused on individualized attention for each student in order to pinpoint areas needing improvement or further development.
- Established strong relationships with students'' parents or guardians through open communication channels about their child''s progress.
- Enhanced swimmer safety by consistently monitoring pool activities and enforcing rules.
- Collaborated with fellow swim teachers, sharing teaching strategies and techniques for continuous improvement.
- Prepared students for successful participation in swim meets by emphasizing proper technique, endurance training, and sportsmanship.
- Incorporated fun games and activities into lessons, increasing student engagement and retention of skills.
- Conducted regular evaluations of teaching methods to ensure effectiveness in meeting learning objectives.
Lifeguard
Bluefit
09.2024 - Current
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Upheld hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Monitored pools and surrounding areas for adherence to safety protocols.
- Managed first aid supplies inventory, replenishing as needed to ensure availability during emergencies.
Rugby Coach
Mansfield rugby club
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed specific training and exercise programmes to meet individual requirements and team play strategies.
- Identified safety hazards and potential risks quickly, reducing team injuries and increasing player availability.
- Demonstrated activities by breaking tasks down into memorable sequences to aid understanding and quick learning.
- Assessed strengths and weaknesses of participants performance and identified areas for further development.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge and understanding of sports psychology, nutrition and sports science.
- Maintained student safety by keeping sporting equipment in good working order.
- Adapted training to needs and interests of group or individual participants.
- Developed successful team through robust schedule of practices and continuous drive for improved strength, stamina and nutrition.
Retail Worker
One stop
03.2020 - 07.2024
- Maintained excellent customer satisfaction by going the extra mile.
- Managed customer complaints to maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed till operations and payment processing, providing change, receipts and packing bags.
- Served customers efficiently during peak hours, minimising order waiting times.
- Engaged customers in conversation to offer helpful product and purchase support.
- Managed regular stock rotations of shelves to ensure minimum waste and maximum profits.
- Helped to close store down by restocking shelves, cleaning till areas and counting cash.
- Resolved customer complaints calmly and professionally, providing mutually-beneficial resolutions.
- Helped to unload goods from lorries and storage into warehouses.
- Maintained, clean, presentable and stunning product displays by conducting routine visual merchandising tasks and deep cleans.
Army Soldier
British army
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Maintained extensive knowledge of first aid, CPR and emergency procedures through regular training.
- Remained focused and proactive during combat, quickly identifying risks and dangers to avoid injury and harm.
- Learned navigation techniques through map reading and compass use.
- Delivered successful fieldcraft expeditions through teamwork and communication, monitoring performance to support operations.
Education
GCSEs -
The dukeries
Ollerton, EnglandSkills
- Military Code
- First aid
- Leadership skills
- Creative problem solving
- Team work
- Strong communicator
- Lifeguard experience
- First aid certified
- CPR certified
- Goal setting
- Lifeguarding
- Water safety
- Swim team coaching
- Creative thinking
- Swimming and water safety
- Relationship building
- First and CPR instruction
- Rule enforcement
- Lifeguard & water safety training
- Certified lifeguard
Education
Ollerton, England
Certification
First aid
CPR
Head case concussion awareness training
Safeguarding
Timeline
Swim Teacher
Bluefit
09.2024 - Current
Lifeguard
Bluefit
09.2024 - Current
Rugby Coach
Mansfield rugby club
11.2023 - 09.2024
Army Soldier
British army
05.2022 - 06.2022
Retail Worker
One stop
03.2020 - 07.2024
GCSEs -
The dukeries
Similar Profiles
Prudence WhitakerPrudence Whitaker
Learn to Swim Instructor at BluefitLearn to Swim Instructor at Bluefit
Vincent YoungVincent Young
Assistant Swim School Manager at BluefitAssistant Swim School Manager at Bluefit
Harrison GirginisHarrison Girginis
Barista at BluefitBarista at Bluefit