Jessica-Lily Ray

Jessica-Lily Ray

About Me:
An extremely hardworking student with a passion for helping people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities feel good about themselves, proving that nothing is impossible. A detailed and proactive individual with advanced linguistic knowledge of English and Spanish, focused on using languages to build a career that empowers others to feel confident, happy, and beautiful. Achieved a Grade 7 in GCSE Spanish and is eager to expand upon classroom experience while currently studying A-Level Spanish.

Passionate about social media with experience supporting various brands in online marketing activities. Organised with excellent prioritisation skills, adept at capitalising on trends and delivering against targets, creating compelling and unique content to meet customer demand.

A dancer since the age of 3, with extensive knowledge and skills in beauty, including makeup, tanning, skincare, and hair. An enthusiastic dance teaching assistant with broad experience across diverse styles and techniques, adept at adapting lessons and routines for different ages and abilities, fostering strong social skills with people from all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Also skilled in both practical and theoretical aspects of dance, providing well-rounded teaching support.

Dance Teaching Assistant, KDAD, Ashford, Surrey (November 2019 – Present)

  • Supported the lead teacher in preparing students for competitions, including delivering pep talks and building confidence.
  • Coached dance students in 1:1 sessions.
  • Despite being injured, attended dance shows and competitions to assist with hair, makeup, and tanning, demonstrating highly adaptable skills that help others feel like their best, most confident selves.
  • Collaborated with the lead teacher to create fun and engaging dance classes.
  • Tailored lessons for students with additional learning needs, drawing on advanced experience in supporting people with special needs and learning difficulties.
  • Fostered a welcoming and inclusive environment for all dancers.
  • Led small group classes in Modern, Ballet, and Tap dance.
  • Provided constructive feedback on students’ performance in class.
  • Taught students how to move safely and listen to their bodies.
  • Encouraged dancers to develop stage presence and performance skills, leading to significant improvements in their confidence, overall happiness, and self-image.

Young Person Representative Volunteer, National Network Of Designated Health Professionals For Safeguarding Children, London (March 2023 – Present)

  • Reviewed and recommended changes to position statements, vision, mission, and values within the organisation’s constitution.
  • Led feedback sessions for health professionals.
  • Visited exhibitions to evaluate content and displays, ensuring they were engaging for children and young people.
  • Designed and critiqued conference programme content.
  • Advised on social media strategies to engage young people.
  • Narrated personal experiences and suggestions, increasing the network’s reach.
  • Received positive feedback for contributions and continue to develop skills in communicating the voice of young people to this important network.

Miss Great Britain Surrey Finalist (July 2024)

  • Competed in the Miss Great Britain Surrey finals, attending all events, master classes, and team-building activities.
  • Raised over £1,000 for the headline charity, Cancer Research, and served as an ambassador for a mental health project for young people in Surrey.

Interested In:
– Editorial (Photographic)
– Catwalk
– Commercial
– Influencing
– Hair Modelling (not hair dye or cuts)
– Beauty
– TV
– Film
– Extras