Sophie Gorman

I am a history and politics graduate. I am keen to work in social care. I have professional coaching and teaching skills developed through both work and course training. Through this I have developed leadership, coaching, safety and communication skills.

Accelerated Outdoor Instructor Training

(2025-11 - 2026-03)

• Progressed personal development in range of outdoor instructor courses. Ski training and ski tech training included.

Instructor - Suas Climbing Wall and Nevsail Watersports

(2026-03)

• Leading and supervision of climbing taster sessions, birthday parties, corporate events and NICAS climbing sessions.
• Team events and archery supervision with Nevsail.

Nursery Supervisor - Wise Owls Nursery

(2025-09)

• Supervised 15-20 children in indoor and outdoor settings
• Delivered and adapted sessions to encourage personal growth
• Ensured a fun environment while maintaining good safety practices

Outdoor Activities Leader - Kayantics

(2025-09)

• Led and assisted groups of up to 5 young people in outdoor activities
• Responsible for delivering sessions with an instructor, promoting teamwork and enjoyment through creative tasks and challenges

Swim Coach and Lifeguarding

(2018 - 2020)

• Taught swimming lessons weekly to young children (up to 6 years old).
• Assisted them in feeling comfortable in the water, and teaching basic strokes.

Hill and Trail Running Convenor, and Mountaineering Indoor Climbing Volunteer - University of Glasgow

(2023 - 2024)

• Organised multi-terrain trail runs, taught students how to belay and tie in

Bike shop charity cashier and repair support - Bike for Good

Radisson Red Hotel

Oxfam Bookshop

Soup kitchen

Stratticus Digital Studio

MA - History and Politics - University of Glasgow (2024)

International Baccalaureate - Atlantic College

Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award - volunteering and expedition (2017)