Grace Oldham
Ballincollig
Summary
My name is Grace Oldham. I am currently 21 years old, born on the 29th of April 2002.
I'm studying a course in MTU - BSc (Hons) in Coaching Science and Sports Pedagogy. I am currently in my third year, semester 2.
I am a very enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual. I would ideally love to work in an environment where I could use skills relevant to my course.
I work on my own initiative on top of working well with a team. I would consider myself as a very kind and friendly colleague. I am willing to take on any task required, meet deadlines and put all my effort and skills into any challenge or task.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leisure Centre Assistant
Talbot Fitness Ballincollig
Ballincollig
09.2022 - Current
- Within this sector I teach fitness classes, including S & C, Spinning, HIIT Aqua Aerobics and Mobility
- I teach group and one-on-one swimming lessons to help children aged 4 to 15 improve their technique, ability, and confidence in the water
- I also provide gym clients with educational information, including personalised gym programs and nutritional guidance.
Food & Beverage Assistant
Oriel House Hotel
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Facilitated excellent customer experience as a waitress by providing friendly, attentive and proactive customer service.
Coach
Summer Cul Camps
Cork
07.2021 - 07.2021
- Coaching kids from age groups of U6 to U13.
- Focused on gaining children's knowledge of Gaelic Games. Each day, a new aspect of the game is worked on with the kids.
Waitress Assistant
Jam Café Ballincollig
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Delivered friendly and fast service to process high-volume food and coffee orders at peak times
- Working both on the floor and at the register
- Resigned due to closure of company.
Coach
Gaelic Football Academy
09.2019 - 10.2019
- Coaching young girls under 5/6 and 7 in a 6-week program.
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique and skills of the children and to encourage fun and enjoyment.
Children's Entertainer
Supernova Ballincollig
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Supervising and organizing kids' parties, working on the till, making coffees, and distributing food
- Resigned due to closure of company.
Childcare Assistant
Highcare Childcare Creche- Ballincollig
Cork
02.2019 - 02.2019
- Completed 1-week work experience.
- Observed and monitored the safety of all children in care.
Fundraising Volunteer
Hope Foundation
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Participated in many fundraising events to raise money and for the Hope Foundation
- Traveled to Kolkata, India in January 2019.
Education
-
Gaelcolaiste Choilm
Ballincollig Secondary School06-2021
BSc (Hons) in Coaching Science and Sports Pedagogy -
Munster Technological University (MTU)
Skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Lifeguard Training
- Physical Conditioning Programs
- Swim Instruction
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Child Supervision
- Special Needs Experience
- Exercise Program Design
- Fitness Class Instructor
- Food Safety Knowledge
- Cash Handling Experience
- Food & Beverage Preparation
Accomplishments
- Fluent Irish speaker and received a Fáinne Gaeilge
- I play with Ballincollig LGFA, winning a minor County Final in 2018 and 2014.
- I got chosen to be part of the primary games for gaelic football playing at half time in Pairc Uí Rinn at the Cork vs Clare match.
- I play soccer for Lakewood and we were successful enough to make it to the final in Turners Cross for 3 years in a row. I also was awarded Player of the Year trophy in 2016.
- In 2015 I made the cork team for the Cork Women’s School Girls Soccer League.
Hobbies and Interests
- Footb
Certification
Qualifications - Awarded by - Date
Level 1 Assistant Swim Teacher - Water Safety Ireland - 12/22
Gym Instruction - Reps Ireland - 04/22
National Pool Lifeguard - Water Safety Ireland - 01/24
Personal Trainer - Reps Ireland - 01/24
Fitness Instructor - Reps Ireland - 01/24
References
- Eddie O’Sullivan, Leisure Centre Manager, Oriel House Hotel, 0868726836
- Thomas Broderick, MTU Senior Lecturer, Thomas.Broderick@mtu.ie
Additional Information
I appreciate you taking the time to read my curriculum vitae. I would love to gain as much experience as possible this year.
Thanking you in advance, Grace Oldham.
Timeline
Leisure Centre Assistant
Talbot Fitness Ballincollig
09.2022 - Current
Coach
Summer Cul Camps
07.2021 - 07.2021
Food & Beverage Assistant
Oriel House Hotel
06.2021 - 09.2022
Coach
Gaelic Football Academy
09.2019 - 10.2019
Waitress Assistant
Jam Café Ballincollig
09.2019 - 06.2020
Children's Entertainer
Supernova Ballincollig
03.2019 - 08.2019
Childcare Assistant
Highcare Childcare Creche- Ballincollig
02.2019 - 02.2019
Fundraising Volunteer
Hope Foundation
09.2018 - 01.2019
-
Gaelcolaiste Choilm
BSc (Hons) in Coaching Science and Sports Pedagogy -
Munster Technological University (MTU)
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