Mark Edger

The Old Vicarage, 97A Knatchbull Road, London, SE5 9QU

Mobile: 07729024029

edger.mark@googlemail.com

Personal Statement:

My ability to speak in different languages and my experience teaching in France have increased my confidence and my people skills. I am able not only to take initiative but also to work within a team and to follow orders. As an enthusiastic, even-tempered and hard-working individual, I would be an asset to most businesses.

Personal Details:

Date of Birth: 07/12/1985     Languages: English, Advanced French & Intermediate German

Nationality:    British             Health: Excellent, Non-Smoker

Education and Qualifications:

2008-2009       University of Leeds

                        Recently graduated from an MA Modern History            

2004-2008       University of Leeds

BA (Joint Honours) History & French

Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) with a First (1) in History

Modules included:

·         Interpreting and Translation

·         Europe in the Age of Total War

·         France in the Era of Fascism

·         French Culture and the First World War

-          Consistently high grades for oral presentations

-          Top marks (90) in history dissertation and won ‘Le Patourel Prize’ for best piece of original research

-          Elective: German

1997-2004       Range High School & 6^th Form College, Formby

                        A Levels          History                                    A

                                                French                         B

                                                German                       B

                                                Geography                 B

10 GCSEs inc. English Language A*, English Literature A, Maths A*

Recent Work Experience:

August 2009                           School of Modern Languages, University of Leeds

During my time in the school I was given a variety of tasks ranging from simple administration to creating and updating open day information including power-point and video presentations. I was also responsible for taking phone calls from applicants to the university and informing unsuccessful candidates.

Sept 2007- Ongoing               University Open Day Guide, University of Leeds

This involved taking prospective students and their parents around the university campus and offering them advice and information about the city, the course and the university itself.

May 2008 – July 2009                        Tesco Supermarket, Leeds Bond Street

I was employed on the customer service desk dealing with a variety of customer re            quests and complaints. I also took on a Team Leader role looking after the running of the checkouts and was also employed for a short time in the cash office meaning I was responsible for large sums of money.

Other Work Experience:

Sept 2007 – June 2008         Bald Fox Catering Agency (silver service & barwork)

Sept 2006 – April 2007          Lycée Léonard de Vinci, Calais (English language assistant)

June 2002 - Sept 2007          Brows Lane Newsagent (morning manager)

Nov 2001 - Sept 2007            Tesco Supermarket Formby (customer assistant)

April 2001 – July 2001           Lady Green Nurseries (general assistant)

Volunteer Work:

October 2007-May 2008       Co-presented a Radio show on LSRfm.

August 2002-2007                  Organiser and Helper at a children’s activity club in the local community.

Sept 2002- May 2004             Assistant in year 7 French classes.

Key I.T Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint as well as Internet and Email.

Interests:

-          I am a passionate historian both in and outside of the classroom.

-          I enjoy reading and watching films.

-          I also enjoy listening to music of all genres and frequently attend live music events.

-          Additionally, I have a great interest in sport, including football, cricket and cycling.

-          My time spent in France has sparked an enthusiasm for travelling and for cooking.

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