I am a dedicated, reliable, and motivated individual with strong organisational and communication skills. I have experience across special needs assistance, media production, customer service, and sports coaching. I thrive in team-oriented environments and am committed to delivering a high standard of service in all areas of work. I am keen to re-enter the workforce and bring a broad skill set to any role I undertake.

Alan Dillon

I am a dedicated, reliable, and motivated individual with strong organisational and communication skills. I have experience across special needs assistance, media production, customer service, and sports coaching. I thrive in team-oriented environments and am committed to delivering a high standard of service in all areas of work. I am keen to re-enter the workforce and bring a broad skill set to any role I undertake.

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I am a dedicated, reliable, and motivated individual with strong organisational and communication skills. I have experience across special needs assistance, media production, customer service, and sports coaching.

I thrive in team-oriented environments and am committed to delivering a high standard of service in all areas of work. I am keen to re-enter the workforce and bring a broad skill set to any role I undertake.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

After School Team Member at Kids Inc
August 1, 2025 - Present
Supervise children, ensuring their safety and engagement in a structured after-school setting. Deliver homework support and lead recreational activities that promote learning and social development. Liaise with parents and staff, maintain attendance records, and assist with daily operations and cleanup.
Sales Assistant at Liberty Recycling
October 31, 2023 - July 23, 2025
Delivered customer service and operated tills. Sorted donations and managed store layout. Maintained cleanliness of the shop floor and storeroom.
Volunteer at Clare Haven Services
July 31, 2017 - July 23, 2025
Logged and sorted donations. Assisted customers and maintained storeroom order.
Shop Assistant at O'Brien’s Country Stores
July 31, 2016 - July 23, 2025
Provided customer service and operated tills (SRS system). Handled stock rotation and waste management. Assisted with deli food preparation and general cleaning.
Volunteer at Irish Cancer Society
October 31, 2015 - July 23, 2025
Handled donations and served customers. Maintained a clean and tidy shop floor.
Sports Coach / Play Leader at 1st Touch Football
October 31, 2014 - July 23, 2025
Planned and led games for school clubs and PE cover. Managed safety and child behaviour. Collected fees and liaised with parents.
After School Team Member at Kids Inc
August 1, 2025 - Present
Supervise children, ensuring their safety and engagement in a structured after-school setting. Deliver homework support and lead recreational activities that promote learning and social development. Liaise with parents and staff, maintain attendance records and assist with daily operations and cleanup.
Sales Assistant at Liberty Recycling
October 31, 2023 - July 23, 2025
Delivered customer service and operated tills. Sorted donations and managed store layout. Maintained cleanliness of the shop floor and storeroom.
Volunteer at Clare Haven Services
July 31, 2017 - July 23, 2025
Logged and sorted donations. Assisted customers and maintained storeroom order.
Shop Assistant at O'Brien’s Country Stores
July 31, 2016 - July 23, 2025
Provided customer service and operated tills (SRS system). Stock rotation and waste management. Assisted with deli food preparation and general cleaning.
Volunteer at Irish Cancer Society
October 31, 2015 - July 23, 2025
Handled donations and served customers. Maintained a clean and tidy shop floor.
Sports Coach / Play Leader at 1st Touch Football
October 31, 2014 - July 23, 2025
Planned and led games for school clubs and PE cover. Managed safety and child behaviour. Collected fees and liaised with parents.

Education

BTEC National Diploma at West Herts College
September 1, 2010 - May 31, 2012
BTEC First Diploma at West Herts College
September 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010
BTEC National Diploma at West Herts College
September 1, 2010 - May 31, 2012
BTEC First Diploma at West Herts College
September 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010

Qualifications

QQI Level 6 Media & Radio Production
September 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025
QQI Level 6 Special Needs Assisting
February 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Aistear and Síolta Workshop
January 1, 2024 - January 31, 2024
Manual Handling
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Lámh Workshop
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting
October 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Advanced Photography
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
QQI Level 5 Music
September 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022
QQI Level 4 ICT
September 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021
ECDL
May 1, 2018 - July 31, 2018
QQI Level 5 Photography
September 1, 2017 - May 31, 2018
City & Guilds in Sport
September 1, 2008 - May 31, 2009
QQI Level 6 Media & Radio Production
September 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025
QQI Level 6 Special Needs Assisting
February 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Aistear and Síolta Workshop
January 1, 2024 - January 31, 2024
Manual Handling
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Lámh Workshop
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting
October 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Advanced Photography
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
QQI Level 5 Music
September 1, 2021 - May 31, 2022
QQI Level 4 ICT
September 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021
ECDL
May 1, 2018 - July 31, 2018
QQI Level 5 Photography
September 1, 2017 - May 31, 2018
City & Guilds in Sport
September 1, 2008 - May 31, 2009

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Non-Profit Organization