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Colin Robert Scott Taylor

11 Mosspark Court, Georgetown, Dumfries DG1 4PB
Tel: 01387 263775 (home)

Summary:

A committed writer with careers advisory and management experience who has built up considerable experience of work with students and graduates including e-guidance.

Key Skills:

  • Excellent advisory, presentational and groupwork skills, based on a wide variety of theoretical approaches
  • Wide range of writing skills, producing everything from promotional material and press releases to major articles and research reports
  • Strong information management and research skills, particularly in relation to the internet
  • Associated organisational and time management skills, which ensure adherence to deadlines
  • Familiar with all aspects of Microsoft Office


Educational Qualifications:

B.A. Hons German - IIa   University College London  

1972
9 "O" levels, 3 "A" levels, 2 "S" levels   Rutherford School, Newcastle upon Tyne  

1966-68


Professional Qualifications:

Introduction to Databases (degree level module – grade I)   University of Paisley   2003
Web Development I – Dreamweaver (degree level module – grade I) University of Paisley 2002
Programming Concepts (degree level module – grade IIb) University of Paisley   2002
Javascript and e-commerce (degree level module – grade I) University of Paisley   2002
Certificate in Counselling Skills Kinharvie House, Dumfries   2001
HNC Unit Marketing II Telford College, Edinburgh   1997
City and Guilds Vocational Assessor Award (D32 - 33) Pro-Act Northern, Carlisle   1997
MCI SVQ level 5 Management Open College   1996
Diploma in Careers Guidance Newcastle Polytechnic   1975


Work Experience:

Freelance Writer Self-employed August 2003 – present
Careers Adviser (part-time) University of Cumbria April 2003 – present
Facilitator, UK On-Line Centre Carlisle College Jan – March 2003
Web Designer, Careers St. Martin`s College Sept 2002 – Jan 2003
Assistant Head of Service (East) Dumfries and Galloway Careers Service 1983 - 2002
Senior Careers Officer M.B. North Tyneside 1978-83
Careers Officer M.B. North Tyneside 1974-78
English and Commerce Teacher Inlingua, Cologne 1973-74
Trainee Manager Lloyd's Bank Ltd 1972-73


Interests:

In my spare time I am a qualified Cricket Coach, and still play cricket for my local midweek team. Otherwise, I also enjoy angling, birdwatching, cycling and walking. I speak fluent German and reasonable French.

References:

Available on request.

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© 19/11/08 Colin Taylor

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