Sara Ait Mekideche

As Social Secretary, I am responsible for promoting fixtures, increasing match attendance, and creating trendy, engaging video content to boost views and overall popularity. I focus on enhancing exposure for players across all three teams while using creative strategies to grow engagement and strengthen the club’s presence.

I was responsible for welcoming and settling in new students at the David Ross Sports Centre, providing clear and friendly guidance on memberships, facilities, and available services. I led tours of the centre, highlighting key amenities and popular areas to help new members feel confident and informed. In this role, I maintained a healthy balance alongside my other commitments while consistently demonstrating enthusiasm and encouraging students to make full use of the facilities. This was a highly rewarding experience that strengthened my communication and interpersonal skills.

In my role as an administrator, I am trusted to handle and review financial receipts with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. The flexibility of the position requires me to take on this responsibility whenever needed, demonstrating reliability and initiative. This has strengthened my numerical skills and precision, as I consistently ensure all figures are carefully checked and accurate.

This seasonal role both challenged me and taught me a great deal. I delivered inclusive coaching sessions for children with autism and additional needs, adapting activities to ensure accessibility and support individual development. I managed group dynamics effectively, creating a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment. As this was my first experience working with children with special needs, it pushed me to develop patience, empathy, and adaptability. Being able to share my passion for sport was a truly rewarding experience, and I look forward to returning each summer to see the children grow in confidence and develop into kind, capable individuals.

Alongside my studies, I worked as a seasonal sales assistant during the busy winter period. This experience significantly strengthened my time management skills, as I balanced commitments as a student, athlete, and employee. I quickly adapted to the fast-paced environment and established an efficient routine. I consistently approached each shift with full commitment, demonstrating reliability, a strong work ethic, and the ability to perform under pressure. It was a pleasure to work here.

Working at Schuh was my first formal job, and it played a key role in shaping me into the confident and professional individual I am today. Collaborating with colleagues of a similar age, many of whom were also in their first roles, created a supportive and motivating environment. I developed essential skills such as cash handling, upselling, and stockroom management, while also gaining a strong understanding of workplace professionalism. The fast-paced nature of the role taught me how to remain composed under pressure, take responsibility, and contribute effectively to a team. This was an invaluable first experience, and I am very grateful for the opportunity.

I gained administrative experience working with the NHS, where my responsibilities included booking patients, managing cancellations, and signing individuals in on arrival. This role required me to navigate complex systems efficiently to organise appointments and accommodate patients effectively. Additionally, interacting face-to-face with a wide range of individuals strengthened my communication skills and helped me become a more confident and professional speaker.

I gained administrative experience working with the NHS, where my responsibilities included booking patients, managing cancellations, and signing individuals in on arrival. This role required me to navigate complex systems efficiently to organise appointments and accommodate patients effectively. Additionally, interacting face-to-face with a wide range of individuals strengthened my communication skills and helped me become a more confident and professional speaker.