Attended Padfield County Primary School in Glossop, SK13. This was the foundation of my education where I developed early literacy and numeracy skills.
Studied at Talbot Road campus, achieving GCSE passes in Maths, English, Physics, and Geography, as well as a BTEC First in Business Studies with German. This formed a strong base in analytical and communication skills.
Served proudly with the 5th Battalion Royal Regiment of Fusiliers (1992–1995), then transferred to 207 Field Hospital (RAMC). Trained and operated as a Combat Medical Technician, including battlefield first aid, casualty management, and military field hospital operation. Instructed fieldcraft and infantry survival techniques for officer conversion training.
Grew a successful IT business to a ÂŁ200,000 p.a. turnover, specialising in tailored system builds, IT repair, and network installations. Clients included Tameside Council, educational bodies, and businesses such as Rael-Brook and Sweetons Ltd. Gained experience in Windows 2000, YP-based RJ45 networking, malware removal, digital forensics, and system optimisation. Sold business stake upon relocating to North Wales in 2004.
Initially joined temporarily while seeking IT roles in North Wales, but stayed due to enjoyment and progression. Roles have included Bar Associate, Supervisor, Cross-Trained Shift Leader (Bar & Kitchen), and Covering Shift Manager. Managed operations, staffing, cash, sales, stock, and compliance. Worked across several sites in North Wales and maintained high standards (e.g. food hygiene, CAMRA awards).
Completed a 6-year part-time BSc Honours degree in Computing and IT while working full-time. Modules included Digital Life, Using Mathematics, Cisco Networking, Communication & IT, e-Business, Software Engineering, UX Design, and a final Computing & IT Project.
Volunteering at St Joseph’s RC Primary in Colwyn Bay, teaching Years 4–6 Key Stage 1 and 2 Mathematics. Enhanced DBS certified. Provides support to staff and helps pupils by offering a new perspective on learning.
Personal Qualities: Confident, approachable, empathetic, determined, reliable.
Leadership: Natural leader, listens well, advises with experience.
Communication: Strong across all demographics, confident speaker, excellent literacy.
Technical: Experienced in coding (Scratch, Java, Python, HTML, CSS, JS), system optimisation, malware removal, and digital forensics.
Driving & Clearance: Full clean licence since 1991. Enhanced DBS clearance since 2015.
I am currently seeking a postgraduate role offering challenge, responsibility, and structured progression within a reputable organisation. Passionate about lifelong learning, coaching, and passing on knowledge.
Contact: stephenjohnsharp@gmail.com | Tel: 01492 203935 | Mobile: +44 7585 225224
References available upon request, including professional contacts at J.D. Wetherspoon and St. Joseph’s Primary.