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Work History
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Tawanashe Saruwaka

Christchurch

Summary

Friendly and motivated young girl with strong people skills and a passion for helping others. I’m New Zealand-born with Zimbabwean roots and currently work at Ninja Valley, where I’ve gained valuable experience in a fast-paced, team-focused environment and have confidence in working in multiple areas. I enjoy volunteering, coaching netball, and working with people of all ages. Through international mission trips and community outreach, I’ve developed strong communication and self-management skills. I’m always keen to learn, grow, and contribute positively to any team I’m part of.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Crew Member

Ninja Valley
10.2024 - Current

Help create a fun and safe environment for kids and families by supervising activities, explaining rules, and supporting guests throughout their visit. This role has strengthened my communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting.

  • Collaborating with staff to ensure a smooth and safe experience for customers.
  • Clearly explaining safety rules, activity instructions, and resolving customer concerns.
  • Staying calm under pressure and thinking quickly to handle unexpected situations.

Volunteer

Kairos Free Food Store
04.2023 - 06.2025
  • On Fridays, I helped serve food at the Kairos free store for anyone in need.
  • Assisted with preparing and packaging food
  • Helped clean and clear any unwanted rubbish

Sunday School Teacher's Assistant

Forward In Faith Ministries Int (volunteer)
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Tested children's bible knowledge by asking bible trivia questions and hosting bible quizzing games
  • Managed classroom behaviour to maintain safety.
  • Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans every week.
  • Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest.

Paper delivery girl

Ovato Limited
11.2019 - 07.2022
  • Distributed papers in various weather conditions during after school and in the mornings
  • Folded and bagged newspapers prior to delivery
  • Delivered newspapers and advertisements to 180 homes three times a week
  • Planned routes and determined the most efficient way to deliver news papers

Education

Middleton Grange School
Christchurch, NZ

Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Organising and distributing materials
  • Positive attitude

Certification

Advanced Work Based First Aider

  • First aid course, Life Care Consultants - 1 week

Completed an outside-of-school first aid course, which enabled me with lifelong skills required for a first aider. This includes CPR and death prevention skills. I am a licensed first aider equipped with the knowledge and skills to respond to medical emergencies.


  • NCEA level 1 , Middleton Grange School

Completed NCEA with level 1 excellence endorsed during 2023.


  • NCEA level 2, Middleton Grange School

Completed NCEA with level 2 excellence endorsed during 2024.

Languages

Shona
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Crew Member

Ninja Valley
10.2024 - Current

Volunteer

Kairos Free Food Store
04.2023 - 06.2025

Sunday School Teacher's Assistant

Forward In Faith Ministries Int (volunteer)
01.2022 - 01.2025

Paper delivery girl

Ovato Limited
11.2019 - 07.2022

Middleton Grange School
Tawanashe Saruwaka