Edward Jack Radford

Experience

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  Paul Radford Dairyman

  Jun 2008 - Jul 2017

  Dairyman
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  The Gantry

  Mar 2013 - Mar 2017

  Bar Staff
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  The Temple

  Dec 2015 - Nov 2017

  Musician

  Founding member, songwriter and guitarist for Doncaster rock band, The Temple. Experienced touring extensively in the UK and Europe with acclaimed bands such as: - While She Sleeps- Cancer Bats- The Skints- Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes- Kvelertak- Skeletonwitch- Black Peaks- Heck- Blood Youth

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  Superdrug

  Jul 2017 - Mar 2018

  Dispatch Operative
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  Workaway

  Apr 2018 - Jul 2018

  Eco-Volunteer

  I worked on various farming & eco-rejuvenation projects within both Greece & Romania.

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  Superdrug

  Jul 2018 - Dec 2018

  Dispatch Operative
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  EF Hangzhou & Huzhou

  Jan 2019 - Sept 2019

  International Teacher

  As an International English teacher in China, my responsibilities included:1. Designing and delivering engaging lesson plans that cater to students' language proficiency levels and learning styles.2. Providing instruction in English language skills, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension.3. Incorporating interactive activities, multimedia resources, and real-life scenarios to enhance students' language acquisition.4. Assessing student progress through regular evaluations and providing constructive feedback to support their development.5. Creating a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation and cultural exchange.6. Collaborating with colleagues to share best practices, develop curriculum materials, and coordinate educational initiatives.7. Communicating effectively with students, parents, and administrators to address concerns, share updates, and promote a positive learning experience.8. Participating in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and stay updated on language teaching methodologies and cultural trends. Show less

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  Fiverr

  Sept 2019 - Jul 2020

  Graphic Designer

  Responsibilites:- Liaising with clients to determine their requirements, timescale, and budget.- Managing client proposals from typesetting to graphic design, print, and production.- Working with clients’ ideas and managing their expectations.- Developing concepts, graphics, and layouts, including making decisions about fonts, images, readability and readers’ needs.- Determining size and arrangement of copy and illustrative material, as well as font style and size.- Preparing rough drafts of material based on an agreed brief.- Keeping clients updated, listening to and acting on feedback, and explaining the rationale behind graphic design decisions.- Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements if required.- Keeping up to date with design and software trends. Show less

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  Life on Samothraki

  Jul 2020 - Nov 2023

  Founder
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  Workaway

  Jul 2020 - Mar 2021

  Eco-Volunteer (Project Greenflow)

  Project Green Flow is a grassroots organisation, spanning ~12 acres, working with local shepherds and small cottage industries on the island of Samothraki.Responsibilities:- Curbing desertification and degradation throughout the whole island through fencing, terracing and planting.- Managing multiple vegetable gardens and fruit trees which the community relied on for food.- The processing of firewood- Cooking for up to 15 people every day.- Caring for the communities animals (6 goats, 12 cats, 3 dogs, 10+ chickens)- Working with local shepherds to manage a flock of 120 sheep and 100 goats.- Cleaning the island of litter. Show less

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  The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association

  Mar 2021 - Jul 2021

  Fundraiser

  Door-to-door fundraiser for one of the UK's most beloved charities, Guide Dogs. Valued member of the northern fundraising team.Responsibilities:- Acquiring donations for one the biggest charities in the UK- The first line of contact with potential contributors. Responsible for upholding thecharities image and values, as well as showing calm resilience in the face of adversity- Required to regularly travel the north of the UK and consistently hit weekly targets

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  Next

  Jul 2021 - May 2022

  Systems Controller

  Systems Controller for one of the UK's biggest retailers, Next.Responsibilities:- Monitoring SCADA map systems and CCTV to ensure all conveyor belts- Delegating work to engineers and maintenance operatives- Managing working alternating day and night shifts, 4 on 4 off.

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  Standing Tall

  Jul 2022 - Jul 2023

  Talent Scout

  Talent Scout for innovative, not-for-profit charity, Standing Tall. Matching people experiencing homelessness in Manchester with stable living wage employment in local businesses. Alongside this, we ensure they have a safe home through our 'Amici' hosting service to enable them to move away from the streets for good.- 80% of the people we help are still off the streets and in the same job one year later.- Our results prove it's this unique combination that's vital - a job AND a home.- We're helping 20 people this year and now looking to grow our impact in other large UK cities. Show less

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  The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association

  Nov 2023 - Feb 2024

  Fundraiser

  Door-to-door fundraiser for one of the UK's most beloved charities, Guide Dogs. Valued member of the northern fundraising team.Responsibilities:- Acquiring donations for one the biggest charities in the UK- The first line of contact with potential contributors. Responsible for upholding thecharities image and values, as well as showing calm resilience in the face of adversity- Required to regularly travel the north of the UK and consistently hit weekly targets

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  Doncaster Council

  Feb 2024 - now

  Officer delivering Doncaster's Stronger Families Programme.The Stronger Families programme supports families to improve their lives by applying a 'whole family' approach led by Stronger Communities Officers.Responsibilities:- Improve overall quality of life for residents in the area- Provide support to individuals, families, and community groups- Build stronger communities- Signpost families to organizations offering advice on managing arrears or debts- Assist young people not in education, training, or employment in finding suitable placements- Support individuals in finding employment- Offer assistance to residents in building confidence and skills through volunteer opportunities- Conduct "Community Led Sessions" to further understand the communities problems and raise awareness to what we're doing Show less

  • Veteran Link Officer

    Mar 2024 - now

  • Stronger Communities Officer

    Feb 2024 - now