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Archie Fothergill
Rectory Farm
Thornton - le - Clay
York
YO607QA | archiefothergill92@hotmail.co.uk
07792940319
PROFILE
Goal orientated, strong minded Sports & Exercise Graduate with strong physical characteristics, with passion
for engaging the population into participation in all forms of physical activity and a healthy lifestyle.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
University of Derby – Bachelors of Honours degree Sports and Exercise Studies 2011-2014
During my degree I undertook a variety of modules include, sports coaching, sports management and
adapted physical activity
Malton School 6th Form - A Levels
Physical Education -D
Geography - D
Sociology - C 2008-2010
9 GCSE’s at Grade C or above including Maths and English.
SKILLS
 Team Works. Team work is a strong skill of mine. I have experience working in a team in a number of
situations and each time I am able to adapt in order to work effectively with the team and gain the
outcome that is desired.
 Planning and Organisation. During my time at University I balanced my academic commitments with
extracurricular activities (Rugby) and voluntary positions of responsibility. I was Events Secretary for the
University of Derby Rugby Union Team.
 Problem Solving. I have the ability to assess and evaluate situations and develop a creative thinking
strategy to correct problems that have occurred. I am also practised in evaluating projects and project
outcomes.
 IT Skills including using Microsoft Office and Windows 7 and 8.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
 During the Sports & Exercise studies course, I learnt to build and adapt training sessions depending on
the goals that needed to be achieved. I learnt how to communicate to a variety of people and
acknowledged that good communication requires listening in order to help develop the skills of the
players
 Full clean driving licence held since 2009
 During my pass plus i had to develop the skills i had already learned when passing my driving test in
order to attain this qualification. This took even more concentration and awareness compared to the
original driving licence.
I Also hold a manual handling certificate which allows me to pick up and move heavy and awkward objects safely and
effectively.
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Seasonal Gardener | Joseph Rowntree Housing Foundation July 2014 - Present
To assist the full time team in the maintenance and development of New Earswick and surrounding sites.
 Keeping a high standard of quality across the village, paying attention to hedges, borders and lawns.
 Meeting and interacting with customers ensuring complete customer satisfactions was attained.
 Driving a variety of vehicles in different situations safely and efficiently.
Assistant Gardener | Unsworth D & K & Sons Summer Months of 2011 & 2012
To assist in the gardening service the company offered.
 Ensure a top standard of gardening was offered with customer satisfaction a core value
 Keeping the area clean and tidy once the work had been completed.
 Using a variety of gardening equipment including grass mowers, hedge trimmers and strimmer’
Bar Staff and Waiter | White Swan Inn March 2005 to Sep 2010
To meet the first point of call for customers when entering the premises
 Meeting customers as they enter the pub
 Keeping my environment clean and tidy
 Answering any questions and solve any problems the customers have to offer
Voluntary Youth Worker | Oaken Grove Sep 2010 to Dec 2010
To assist in the running of the Youth Club on a weekly basis
 Engaging in activities with the children ensure that all were involved with focus being on enjoyment but
with the ability to add a sense of competition.
 The running of the Youth club shop serving food and handling money to the attendees of the youth club.
Being able to organise event and competitions on the day of arrival between the children that is available
to all ability´s
Farm Helper | C T Fothergill & Sons Jan 2010 to May 2014
To be adaptable and helpful around the Farm
 Drive a number of vehicles in a challenging environment.
 Work in a team as well as by myself effectively.
 Use a number of dangerous machinery safely and efficiently.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Other Skills:
Rugby Union. I have been playing rugby union for since the age of 5 and have always been looking to
improve my game.
The ability to drive a number of vehicles through working on the farm and in gardening career.
REFERENCES
Vernon Mcgarey | Personal Tutor - University of Derby - v.mcgarey@derby.ac.uk
Tom Hepburn | Manager- Joseph Rowntrees Housing Trust - tom.hepburn@jrht.org.uk