Daniela Waters07900827898

watersd@hotmail.co.uk

A committed and dynamic Learning and Development specialist, providing training, coaching and mentoring to members of the Armed Forces through various 'Train the Trainer' courses. Tailoring research, design and resources to the needs of the trainees to ensure maximum student centric learning, in a proactive and enthusiastic manner. Promotes the importance of teamwork and fostering a supportive customer focused learning environment.

Key Skills Qualified and experienced trainer with professional and intuitive delivery,

tailoring teaching methods and training style to the needs of the trainees. Proven coaching and mentoring skills with over a 90% trainee pass rate,  and induction

and continued development of new team members in a timely and personable manner. Substantial leadership experience including middle management in the training, Human

Resources and accounting sectors. Analytical and critical thinker with the ability to quickly absorb information to take a

concept and develop into reality through motivation and effective communication. Proficient in Microsoft Office, SMARTNotebook and Prezi.

Career History

Royal Air Force Commissioned Officer – Flight Lieutenant 2008 - Present

Training Delivery Officer, Defence Centre of Training Support, Halton - 2015 – present

Delivery specialist managing a small team, responsible for training, assessing and mentoring over a thousand adult learners.

Managed a team of 5, a mix of Service and MOD civilians balancing training schedules, annual leave, continuous professional development opportunities and reservist commitments, allowing greater flexibility for trainers and high quality training to students. 

Consulted with external Adult training establishments and the Qualifications, Standards and Development Team to facilitate the review of the Lesson plan structure, expectations and marking criteria across Defence Trainer training. 

Coached and mentored students who haven’t demonstrated full understanding of the course and required them to be explained in relatable manner and those that needed guidance on training methods and aids to increase student centric learning within lessons. These coaching sessions are enduring past the course duration in several instances. 

Utilised training opportunities to become fully compliant in the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) and utilised the Internal Validation skills to improve hoe the student feedback is utilised by the organisation. 

Human Resources Manager, Leuchars - 2013 – 2015

Unit specialist of Service Law responsible for the management of a small diligent team, providing accurate and timely Human Resources administration procedures and policy guidance.

Managed a department of 4 personnel, providing current policy advice and guidance to senior management using both written and verbal communication for maximum impact to the Service case.

Negotiated and liaised with and delegated to the Policy department in Air Command and the Legal Team regarding Case updates and proposed courses of action.

Directed the timely and robust submission of candidates for the Queens Honours Lists biannually, including the appropriate sifting and vigorous editing of State Awards.

Administered the process for dishonourable discharges, including investigating the impact on finances and future employment prospects. 

Accounts Manager, Lossiemouth - 2011 - 2013

Responsible for the managing a small team that was responsible for the administration, control and governance of the Public and Non-Public funds on the Station.

The role was responsible for ensuring that MOD policies for the management of tax payers money were correctly adhered to.

Ensured all transactions were carried out in accordance with current regulations and funds were safeguarded against fraud, theft or other misuse, including regular checks on all funds

Provided advice to the Station Commander to ensure that all Service Funds operated in accordance with the Charities Act 2006 and SORP 2005, including providing financial advice to a charity with a turnover of over £300,000.

Infrastructure Manager, Lossiemouth - 2011 – 2011 (Maternity Cover)

Staff officer responsible for the development of strategic planning and policy for the military infrastructure (living accommodation, Airfield and all training areas) for the Station.

Events Co-Ordination Officer, Newquay - 2009 – 2011

Staff Officer role in charge of the general administrative support to the Station Commander which included liaison with other management executives for the co-ordination and production of draft correspondence, briefings, presentations and reports. Organised all major parades for the Station and chaired all planning meetings associated with ceremonial events and VIP visits.

Royal Yachting Association Dinghy Instructor/Team Leader, Caribbean – 2006-2008

A sailing instructor working for a charity in the British Virgin Islands working with disabled and disadvantage children, changing their lives through water sports.. Every day was different. Sailing a range of dinghies and powerboats, teaching adults and young people from every background and with enormous range of abilities.

Qualifications

Level 4 Certificate in Education and TrainingDefence Centre of Training Support (2016)

Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related AchievementDefence Centre of Training Support (2015)

ILM Level 3 Coaching and MentoringDefence Centre of Training Support (2015)

Initial Officer TrainingRoyal Air Force College Cranwell (2008)

3 A-Levels, 1 AS Level, 12 GCSEs (inc English/Maths)Wymondham College (2003)

Leisure Interests I am active member of the Oxford Roller Derby league, a keen sailor and a rugby union enthusiast. I enjoy experiencing culture through theatre trips and independent travel.

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