Sydney Jarrett

2B Castle Drive, Reigate, Rh2 8DQ

07858 951718 sydneyjarrett15@gmail.com

Education: Epsom & Ewell High School – 2005 to 2010

GCSE Results: achieved 6 at A-C and 3 at D grades.

Education: Nescot College – 2010 to 2012

BTEC Diploma Results: Public Services Level 3 Extended Course – Achieved 3 Distinctions.

While at Nescot I taught 60 people how to Parade and carry out Drill correctly, once a week the teacher would ask me to take leadership and organise the classes ready for inspection. This installed discipline in me and encouraged me to make sure everybody did what I asked to a high standard.

Work experience:

G4S Cash Solutions UK Ltd:

2015 – Current – Cash in Transit Courier – As a Secure Courier for G4S it is my responsibility to establish the vans are safe and fit for purpose on a daily basis. This includes mechanical checks and ensuring all security features are operational.

On a normal working day, I have to load the van with relevant customer deliveries and plan the most efficient route, so I achieve services within dedicated time windows. Whilst completing Cash Collection services, I have to be aware of my surroundings to guarantee the safety of myself and the public.

To ensure customer satisfaction I build strong rapports with my clients.

When I return at the end of the day, it is my responsibility to make sure the van is unloaded and containers are delivered to the relevant areas. I then have to give an in-depth debrief with Management.

Elys of Wimbledon:

2014 – Loss Prevention Officer – My daily duties for this role included; daily safety checks, ensuring fire exits are accessible and sprinkler systems are fully functioning. Stock checks to monitor losses, this includes store patrols to deter potential theft and monitoring CCTV systems. I used high level communication skills to ensure the safety of colleagues and the public as a priority.

Asda Stores Limited:

2011 – Part Time in the Services Department carrying out Portering and Checkout duties.

2012 – Full Time in the Administration Department as part of the Loss Prevention Team. Duties include, control and monitoring of CCTV for the entire store to ensure safety of all customers and colleagues. Minimise theft and losses to the store by stopping and detaining shoplifters and others. Liaise with local Police Force as required. Report and log actions and occurrences to Store and Department Managers. Responsible for checking and ensuring correct maintenance of Fire and Cash Office alarm systems.

Volunteer Services:

Metropolitan Police Special Constable:

2013 – 2015:

I was previously a Metropolitan Police Special Constable. This is a voluntary organisation which was undertaken in my spare time. In this role, I took on all of the responsibilities of a Police Officer, volunteering a minimum of 16 hours per month.

Achieved ELS (Emergency Life Support) as well as Level 3 Public Order to assist in ensuring the safety of large groups to deter escalation of aggression or hostility.

Volunteer Services:

I was in the Metropolitan Police Cadets from 2007 until 2011. I was part of the Merton cadet unit. During my time as a Cadet I learnt basic skills, drill and attended Public Events such as horse guards parade where I and a team of 25 other Cadets took part in marching throughout the event.

In 2010 I was promoted to Team Leader who was responsible for 8 Cadets. Demonstrating how Cadets worked, how they help the local community and the public in general. One of my responsibilities was for taking and teaching drill to the entire Cadet unit.

Personal Achievements:

2011  – Passed with a full UK driving licence

2018 – Gained C1 driving licence qualification

2018 – CPC and Tachograph obtained and up to date

2020 –  Gained C class driving license qualification

Personal Statement:

I work well with the public and I’m always polite and well-mannered. I treat others with respect and have a calm temper working well under stressful situations. Due to my current role, I have to make decisions on the spot, which I’ve always been good at. I like to face new challenges which I can learn from. I’m a very good time keeper and I pride myself on always being organised, well presented and prepared to face new challenges.

Character References:

Ben Shirley – ben_shirley@hotmail.com

George Souter – george.souter@alpha.gsi.gov.uk