Coming from a strong background in customer service and security roles, I discovered a keen interest and aptitude for troubleshooting various IT and technological issues. This affinity for technology encouraged me to actively seek ways to transition into IT, which led me to graduate from a coding Traineeship as a full-stack developer, including completing 2 real-world projects successfully to specification using a wide range of programming languages. I am an aspiring full-stack developer with a strong interest in creating clean, responsive, and user-friendly web applications. I enjoy learning by building actual projects, testing ideas, and improving them as I go. I am reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a strong work ethic, a practical problem-solving mindset, and a genuine motivation to build a long-term career in web and software development.

Nathan Gardner

Coming from a strong background in customer service and security roles, I discovered a keen interest and aptitude for troubleshooting various IT and technological issues. This affinity for technology encouraged me to actively seek ways to transition into IT, which led me to graduate from a coding Traineeship as a full-stack developer, including completing 2 real-world projects successfully to specification using a wide range of programming languages. I am an aspiring full-stack developer with a strong interest in creating clean, responsive, and user-friendly web applications. I enjoy learning by building actual projects, testing ideas, and improving them as I go. I am reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a strong work ethic, a practical problem-solving mindset, and a genuine motivation to build a long-term career in web and software development.

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Coming from a strong background in customer service and security roles, I discovered a keen interest and aptitude for troubleshooting various IT and technological issues. This affinity for technology encouraged me to actively seek ways to transition into IT, which led me to graduate from a coding Traineeship as a full-stack developer, including completing 2 real-world projects successfully to specification using a wide range of programming languages.

I am an aspiring full-stack developer with a strong interest in creating clean, responsive, and user-friendly web applications. I enjoy learning by building actual projects, testing ideas, and improving them as I go. I am reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a strong work ethic, a practical problem-solving mindset, and a genuine motivation to build a long-term career in web and software development.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Security Officer at Securit Group
January 1, 2019 - December 1, 2024
Provided static and mobile security services across shopping centres, retail environments, schools, and CCTV-monitored sites. Worked at high-footfall locations including The Fort Shopping Centre, Grand Central, and House of Fraser. Monitored CCTV systems and responded to incidents in line with site procedures. Conducted patrols, access control checks, and incident reporting. Maintained a professional, customer-focused presence while enforcing site security protocols.
Security Officer at Oltec Group
September 1, 2014 - June 1, 2019
Delivered security services across retail, commercial, and educational sites. Operated CCTV systems and responded to alarms and security breaches. Carried out routine patrols ensuring site safety. Completed detailed written incident and shift reports. Worked independently and as part of a team in high-responsibility environments.
Crew Member at McDonald’s
September 1, 2009 - August 1, 2013
Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment. Worked effectively as part of a team to meet operational targets. Followed strict food safety, hygiene, and compliance procedures. Developed strong communication and time-management skills.
Trainee Full-Stack Developer (Coding Traineeship) at IT Career Switch Ltd / Personal Projects
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Completed a 1-year coding Traineeship covering HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, SQL, MySQL, React, jQuery, C#, Python, Node.js, Bootstrap, Java, JSON. Completed two real-world briefs: Gazetteer, a map-based app using JSON data from GeoNames and OpenWeather via PHP modules; and Company Directory, a personnel database application built with Bootstrap, JavaScript/jQuery, PHP and MySQL. Sign-off achieved after formal testing.

Education

Full-Stack Engineer Career Path at Codecademy
January 1, 2025 - March 17, 2026
City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Automotive Body and Paint at Sandwell College
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
City & Guilds Key Skill Level 1 at City & Guilds
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
ASDAN Certificate in Working with Other and Improving Own Learning and Performance at ASDAN
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
AQA Science Certificates: Energy and Electricity; Life and Living Processes; Patterns and Reactions at AQA
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

Coding Traineeship – Full Stack Developer
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
ASDAN Certificate in Working with Other and Improving Own Learning and Performance
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Automotive Body and Paint
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
AQA Science Certificates: Energy and Electricity; Life and Living Processes; Patterns and Reactions
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003

Industry Experience

Retail, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services

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