Daniel McCleary

Warm, reliable, and highly motivated individual with 8+ years of extensive experience supporting children, teams, and busy environments. I have built a strong reputation as someone trusted, consistent, and dependable — always punctual, responsible, and committed to maintaining high standards. Through long-term volunteering, coaching, and varied work roles, I have developed excellent communication, patience, and the ability to follow routines and policies precisely.

I am skilled at building positive relationships, prioritising child safety and wellbeing, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued. Currently completing a Level 2 Teaching Assistant Diploma aligned with Scottish education standards, I am fully dedicated to helping children learn, participate, and thrive in school.

Volunteer – Learning & Activity Support - Not Specified - Perth

(2018-01 - 2025-12)

• Support children aged 5–12 with homework, reading, numeracy, and projects; explain ideas clearly and adapt to different abilities — over 8 years of hands-on learning support experience
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children, parents, and staff; encourage confidence, good behaviour, and full participation
• Assist teachers with daily tasks, preparation, and organisation to keep classrooms running smoothly
• Recognised as consistent, careful, and someone always counted on — proven reliability over a decade of service

Volunteer Football Coach - St Johnstone FC – Saints in the Community - Perth

(2024-11 - 2025-12)

• Help plan and run safe, inclusive sessions for children of all ages and abilities
• Lead warm-ups, drills, and games; give 1-to-1 and group support to build skills, teamwork, and enjoyment
• Create a positive, secure environment where every child feels looked after and valued
• Responsible for setting up/packing away equipment and following all safety rules

Production Casual Crew Member - Horsecross Arts - Perth

(2022-08 - 2025-12)

• Trusted team member; set up and pack down event spaces exactly as instructed — 4 years' experience working in fast-paced, organised environments
• Follow all health & safety rules carefully in busy public environments
• Known for reliability, thoroughness, and being dependable support

Volunteer - Southton Smallholding - Perth

(2016-06 - 2025-12)

• Help with daily routines, animal care, and outdoor work; guide younger volunteers safely — 10+ years of responsibility and leadership with young people
• Demonstrate patience, clear communication, and responsibility — skills directly transferable to school support
• Long-term role proving commitment, consistency, and trustworthiness over a decade

Prisoner Custody Officer (Training) - GeoAmey - Grangemouth

(2023-10 - 2023-11)

• Selected for training due to responsible nature and ability to be trusted
• Trained in safeguarding, safe handling, risk assessment, and strict procedures
• Developed calmness, integrity, and ability to keep people safe in sensitive settings

Event Steward / Car Park Marshall - Security Scotland

(2020-08 - 2022-06)

• Kept public safe, gave clear directions, and helped people in busy environments — 2 years' experience managing safety and public interaction
• Remained calm, polite, and helpful; relied on to handle situations carefully
• Followed strict safety and operational rules at all times

Sports Assistant - Live Active Perth

(2014-12 - 2015-01)

• Set up equipment safely and supported activity sessions
• Ensured all children were safe, included, and engaged; followed rules consistently — early experience working directly with children

Catering Assistant - Giraffe Café & Gardening

(2014-12 - 2015-02)

• Served customers, maintained high hygiene standards, worked well in fast-paced team
• Reliable, hard-working, and maintained high standards always

Shop Assistant - British Heart Foundation

(2011-09 - 2012-02)

• Delivered great customer service; kept shop tidy and welcoming
• Valued as dependable, friendly, and dedicated team member

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Diploma - Teaching Assistant / Education - New Skills Academy (2026-03 - 2026-12)