Philip Newton

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I’m an experienced trainer and course developer with a strong background in delivering practical health and safety training, including first aid, mental health first aid, conflict management and safer handling to name a few. I’m passionate about empowering individuals and businesses through engaging, accessible education that makes a real difference. With a friendly, professional approach and a knack for making complex topics simple, I thrive on creating training experiences that are both impactful and memorable.

DBS Certificate Number:  001907898746 | Date of Issue: 23rd December 2024

2016 – Present: Skills Shop: Trainer in health & safety courses

2020 – Present: Skills Shop: Building Courses and learning management systems (LMS) for other trainers / coaches

2009 – 2016: Skills Shop: Extended provision (providing private education to disenchanted secondary school children)

2000 – 2020: Independent Jiu-Jitsu Association (ran martial clubs in Barrow-in-Furness and Kendal)

2000 – 2009: eDirectory.co.uk PLC: Database manager for online shopping company

1998 – 2000: Scottish Provident: Senior administrator

1995 – 1998: Edge Hill University (2:1 in Communication Studies with IT)

1993 – 1995: Blue Coat School (Oldham): A Levels – English [C], Economics [C], History [E], General Studies [E]

1991 – 1993: Blue Coat School (Oldham): GCSEs – IT [A], Dual Science [A A], History [A], Maths [B], English Language [B], English Literature [B],  Religious Studies [B], German [C], Art & Design [D]

Available upon request