Pete

Houghton

Pete

Houghton

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MENTOR ● EDUCATOR ● IT SPECIALIST

Pete

Houghton

Multiskilled and motivating — I mentor, support, teach and advise, helping people make the most of every opportunity.

📍 ࣪West Midlands, United Kingdom

Pete

Houghton

Multiskilled and motivating — I mentor, support, teach and advise, helping people make the most of every opportunity.

📍 ࣪West Midlands, United Kingdom

Pete

Houghton

Multiskilled and motivating — I mentor, support, teach and advise, helping people make the most of every opportunity.

📍 ࣪West Midlands, United Kingdom

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─── ABOUT

A calm, consistent professional with a passion for people

13+

Masters

Years supporting others

Level teaching qualifications

Published tuition books

I am a multi-skilled professional with over 13 years’ experience mentoring and supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, abilities and ages — in group settings and one-to-one.
I communicate clearly and with empathy, while maintaining the authority and high professional standards that help people feel safe and supported.

My work has taken me from homeless shelters and schools to conference centres. I have supported clients with complex needs — homelessness, drug, alcohol and domestic abuse — connecting them with the right organisations and helping them secure stable, long-term tenancies.

As a qualified educator in guitar, IT and English (TEFL), I bring a hands-on, practical approach that helps others empower themselves. I hold professional diplomas and masters-level qualifications in the subjects I teach.

─── FOR RECRUITERS & EMPLOYERS

Career & experience

I am currently seeking opportunities where mentoring, patience and specialist knowledge make a difference. My track record spans housing and tenancy support, benefits advice, education and IT.

Positions sought

Family / Homeless Support Worker

Housing & Tenancy Support

Network Administrator (CompTIA) / IT Support

DWP Benefits Advisor

Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

DBS Officer

HR Officer

Police Community Support Officer (PCSO)

Family / Homeless Support Worker

Housing & Tenancy Support

Network Administrator (CompTIA) / IT Support

DWP Benefits Advisor

Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

DBS Officer

HR Officer

Police Community Support Officer (PCSO)

Core Strengths

Able to train, motivate and supervise others, and coordinate all-round team building

Excellent listening, leadership and advisory qualities

Professional conduct with a level of customer service second to none

Able to work to deadlines and meet financial targets

Experience with young people in community work, education, training, housing and social care

Specialist support for disadvantaged NEET young people — devising courses such as ‘Computers Don’t Byte’, Business English and music tuition

Robust knowledge of employability and employer-focused job support

─── QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified in every subject I teach

I hold professional diplomas and masters-level qualifications in my specialist subjects, backed by matched knowledge and experience.

🥇

Guitar — Master Diploma

Masters-level qualification in guitar, covering performance and tuition methodology.

🥇

TEFL / TESOL — Master Diploma

Masters-level qualification in teaching English as a foreign language.

🥇

IT & Microsoft Software

Professional qualifications across Microsoft software, networking and systems support.

🥇

Photography

Professionally qualified, with tuition offered through FirstTutors.

🥇

Graphic Design

Professional qualification covering design tools and practice, including CorelDRAW.

🥇

Teaching Assistant — Level 3

Qualified to support teaching and learning in the classroom.

🥇

Guitar — Master Diploma

Masters-level qualification in guitar, covering performance and tuition methodology.

🥇

TEFL / TESOL — Master Diploma

Masters-level qualification in teaching English as a foreign language.

🥇

IT & Microsoft Software

Professional qualifications across Microsoft software, networking and systems support.

🥇

Photography

Professionally qualified, with tuition offered through FirstTutors.

🥇

Graphic Design

Professional qualification covering design tools and practice, including CorelDRAW.

🥇

Teaching Assistant — Level 3

Qualified to support teaching and learning in the classroom.

Complete list of qualifications

Support Work

Human Resources & Management

·Understanding Challenging Behaviour
·Child Safeguarding
·Health And Social Care
·Principals Of Care Social Care
·Mental Health Studies — Suicide, Violent Behaviour And Substance Abuse
·Supporting Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illness

·Working with Students with Special Educational Needs
·Record Keeping
·Principles Of Care Certificate
·Induction Awareness
·Role Of The Care Worker
·Hand Hygiene Training
·Level 2 Award In Child Safeguarding

·Diploma In H.R
·Understanding your Organization
·EDI Level 2 Team Leading And Management

·Leadership Certification
·Speaking and Presentation Skills Certification

IT — Networking, Media & Design

Teaching

·Introduction To Windows Server Administration
·CompTIA Cloud+ Basic
·CompTIA A+ 1000 — Part 1
·CompTIA A+ 1000 — Part 2
·NVQ Equivalent To Level 2 And 3 In Information And Technology
·Adobe After Effects
·Adobe Lightroom
·Adobe Photoshop CS3
·Graphic Design
·ABC Training
·Diploma in Web Design

·Diploma in Web Business Development and Marketing
·Introduction To Autodesk Character Studio
·Web Applications For Learning English Certification
·Web Applications For Language Teaching Certification
·Graphic Design Visual And Graphic Design
·Logos: Building Your Business Identity Certification
·Using Design In Your Business Certification

·Understanding Challenging Behaviour
·Child Safeguarding
·Managing Health And Safety In Schools
·Classroom Behaviour Management
·Teaching Phonics
·Supporting Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities And Mental Illness
·Teaching Assistant Level 3 Award (CPD Certified)
·Child Safeguarding Level 2 Award (CPD Certified)
·TEFL Masters Certification — 150 Hours (2014)
·TEFL Certificate — 40 Hours Theory (2013)
·TESOL Certification — 40 Hours Theory (2013)
·Chinese Specialist Certification — 5 Hours Theory (2013)
·Teaching English To Young Learners
·Teaching English One To One Certification
·English Literature — OCR Level 2
·Strategies For Teaching Beginning ESL Students, K-adult

·Instructional Planning For Successful Teaching Certification
·Introduction To Teaching English As A Second Language Certification
·Speaking And Presentation Skills Certification
·Methods And Materials For Teaching E.S.L
·Working With Students With Special Educational Needs Certification
·Introduction To The Learning Process For Teachers/Trainers Certification
·Safety And Health In The Technology Classroom Certification
·Managing Health And Safety In Schools Certification
·Web Applications For Learning English Certification
·Web Applications For Language Teaching Certification
·Train The Trainer Certification
·Effective Communication
·Diploma In English For Business
·Short Story Writing
·Teaching English To Young Learners Course

Music Teaching

Photography

·Guitar For Beginners
·Diploma In Guitar And Music Theory

·Guitar For Beginners
·Diploma In Guitar And Music Theory

·Certificate In Wedding Photography
·Diploma In Photography
·Gear Guide

·Ultimate Photography Course For Beginners
·Masters in U.P.P Photography

Catering

English Language & Literature

·Food Safety Knowledge
·Health And Hygiene Certification

·City And Guilds NVQ 706/1 Levels 1 And 2 In Catering

·English Literature — O.C.R Level 2 Qualification

·GCSE English Language — Pass Qualification
·German Language Certificate

Currently Studying

·M.C.S.A Professional
·Human Resources: Employee Management and Training
·Diploma in Teaching Skills For Educators
·Diploma in Child Psychology
·Fundamentals of Google Android Development
·Microsoft Office 2019

·Diploma in Multimedia Development
·Introduction to Information Technology for Managers
·Diploma in English Language and Literature
·Introduction to New Features of HTML5
·Diploma in Customer Service
·Adobe Flash CS3

─── TUITION

─── ABOUT

A calm, consistent professional with a passion for people

13+

Masters

Years supporting others

Level teaching qualifications

Published tuition books

I am a multi-skilled professional with over 13 years’ experience mentoring and supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, abilities and ages — in group settings and one-to-one. I communicate clearly and with empathy, while maintaining the authority and high professional standards that help people feel safe and supported.

─── FOR RECRUITERS & EMPLOYERS

Career & experience

I am currently seeking opportunities where mentoring, patience and specialist knowledge make a difference. My track record spans housing and tenancy support, benefits advice, education and IT.

Positions sought

Family / Homeless Support Worker

Housing & Tenancy Support

Network Administrator (CompTIA) / IT Support

DWP Benefits Advisor

Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

DBS Officer

HR Officer

Police Community Support Officer (PCSO)

Core Strengths

Able to train, motivate and supervise others, and coordinate all-round team building

Professional conduct with a level of customer service second to none

Experience with young people in community work, education, training, housing and social care

Robust knowledge of employability and employer-focused job support

Excellent listening, leadership and advisory qualities

Able to work to deadlines and meet financial targets

Specialist support for disadvantaged NEET young people — devising courses such as ‘Computers Don’t Byte’, Business English and music tuition

─── QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified in every subject I teach

I hold professional diplomas and masters-level qualifications in my specialist subjects, backed by matched knowledge and experience.

🥇

Guitar — Master Diploma

Masters-level qualification in guitar, covering performance and tuition methodology.

🥇

TEFL / TESOL — Master Diploma

Masters-level qualification in teaching English as a foreign language.

🥇

IT & Microsoft Software

Professional qualifications across Microsoft software, networking and systems support.

🥇

Photography

Professionally qualified, with tuition offered through FirstTutors.

🥇

Graphic Design

Professional qualification covering design tools and practice, including CorelDRAW.

🥇

Teaching Assistant — Level 3

Qualified to support teaching and learning in the classroom.

Complete list of qualifications

Support Work

·Understanding Challenging Behaviour
·Child Safeguarding
·Health And Social Care
·Principals Of Care Social Care
·Mental Health Studies — Suicide, Violent Behaviour And Substance Abuse
·Supporting Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities and Mental Illness

·Working with Students with Special Educational Needs
·Record Keeping
·Principles Of Care Certificate
·Induction Awareness
·Role Of The Care Worker
·Hand Hygiene Training
·Level 2 Award In Child Safeguarding

Human Resources & Management

·Diploma In H.R
·Understanding your Organization
·EDI Level 2 Team Leading And Management

·Leadership Certification
·Speaking and Presentation Skills Certification

IT — Networking, Media & Design

·Introduction To Windows Server Administration
·CompTIA Cloud+ Basic
·CompTIA A+ 1000 — Part 1
·CompTIA A+ 1000 — Part 2
·NVQ Equivalent To Level 2 And 3 In Information And Technology
·Adobe After Effects
·Adobe Lightroom
·Adobe Photoshop CS3
·Graphic Design
·ABC Training
·Diploma in Web Design

·Diploma in Web Business Development and Marketing
·Introduction To Autodesk Character Studio
·Web Applications For Learning English Certification
·Web Applications For Language Teaching Certification
·Graphic Design Visual And Graphic Design
·Logos: Building Your Business Identity Certification
·Using Design In Your Business Certification

Teaching

·Understanding Challenging Behaviour
·Child Safeguarding
·Managing Health And Safety In Schools
·Classroom Behaviour Management
·Teaching Phonics
·Supporting Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities And Mental Illness
·Teaching Assistant Level 3 Award (CPD Certified)
·Child Safeguarding Level 2 Award (CPD Certified)
·TEFL Masters Certification — 150 Hours (2014)
·TEFL Certificate — 40 Hours Theory (2013)
·TESOL Certification — 40 Hours Theory (2013)
·Chinese Specialist Certification — 5 Hours Theory (2013)
·Teaching English To Young Learners
·Teaching English One To One Certification
·English Literature — OCR Level 2
·Strategies For Teaching Beginning ESL Students, K-adult

·Instructional Planning For Successful Teaching Certification
·Introduction To Teaching English As A Second Language Certification
·Speaking And Presentation Skills Certification
·Methods And Materials For Teaching E.S.L
·Working With Students With Special Educational Needs Certification
·Introduction To The Learning Process For Teachers/Trainers Certification
·Safety And Health In The Technology Classroom Certification
·Managing Health And Safety In Schools Certification
·Web Applications For Learning English Certification
·Web Applications For Language Teaching Certification
·Train The Trainer Certification
·Effective Communication
·Diploma In English For Business
·Short Story Writing
·Teaching English To Young Learners Course

Music Teaching

·Guitar For Beginners
·Diploma In Guitar And Music Theory

·Guitar For Beginners
·Diploma In Guitar And Music Theory

Photography

·Certificate In Wedding Photography
·Diploma In Photography
·Gear Guide

·Ultimate Photography Course For Beginners
·Masters in U.P.P Photography

Catering

·Food Safety Knowledge
·Health And Hygiene Certification

·City And Guilds NVQ 706/1 Levels 1 And 2 In Catering

English Language & Literature

·English Literature — O.C.R Level 2 Qualification

·GCSE English Language — Pass Qualification
·German Language Certificate

Currently Studying

·M.C.S.A Professional
·Human Resources: Employee Management and Training
·Diploma in Teaching Skills For Educators
·Diploma in Child Psychology
·Fundamentals of Google Android Development
·Microsoft Office 2019

·Diploma in Multimedia Development
·Introduction to Information Technology for Managers
·Diploma in English Language and Literature
·Introduction to New Features of HTML5
·Diploma in Customer Service
·Adobe Flash CS3

─── TUITION

Sales Professional, IT Specialist & Educator

Peter Houghton

15+ years of experience in sales, web design, and technical support. Dedicated to delivering excellence across diverse industries.

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Areas of Expertise

A versatile professional background spanning enterprise sales, network administration, language education, and modern web design.

Sales & Strategy

15+ years experience driving commercial growth, business development, and market positioning strategies.

IT & Network Admin

CompTIA A+ certified professional specializing in secure infrastructure setup and hardware support.

Education & Teaching

TEFL/TESOL certified educator with global training capabilities and language program design skills.

Web Design & Dev

WordPress expert building responsive, lightning-fast layouts focused on conversion and modern UX.

EXPLORE MY WORK

Featured Projects

Cora Bookclub

A community-focused web platform crafted for seamless book sharing, discussion forums, and virtual reading groups.

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Drone In The Skyline

An immersive, high-definition digital gallery showcasing drone cinematography, aerial mapping, and urban landscapes.

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WordPress Mastery

An interactive educational portal featuring advanced guides, custom blocks, and headless CMS architecture tutorials.

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Let's Connect

Interested in working together? Reach out for opportunities in support work, IT, or teaching.

Peter Houghton

Sales Professional, IT Specialist & Educator

15+ years of experience in sales, web design, and technical support. Dedicated to delivering excellence across diverse industries.

View My CV Get in Touch

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PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

About Me

With a career spanning over 15 years in sales, I have mastered the art of adaptability and core principles. My journey has led me through IT software support, teaching, and web design, making me a versatile asset for any team. I am currently seeking roles in Family Homeless Support, Housing Tenancy, and Network Administration.

Target Roles & Expertise

OUR EXPERTISE

Professional Capabilities

Delivering high-performance, future-ready business and technical solutions engineered to drive growth and operational excellence.

Sales & Strategy

Accelerate growth via data-driven strategy, structural optimization, and tailored client outreach methodologies.

IT & Network Admin

Deploy secure cloud integrations, optimize systems architecture, and provide round-the-clock infrastructure stability.

Education & Teaching

Design technical curriculum blueprints and implement modern pedagogy that unlocks student and team potential.

Web Design & Dev

Build exceptionally clean, robust front-end user experiences combined with high usability and SEO performance.

CREATIVE WORK PORTFOLIO

Featured Projects

Explore a selection of recent projects merging high-performance code with intuitive user experiences.

Cora Bookclub

A tailored social platform designed for reading clubs, featuring real-time discussion forums and reading challenge trackers.

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Drone In The Skyline

A media-rich portal showcasing aerial cinematography, utilizing smooth layout translations and optimized 4K video playback assets.

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WordPress Mastery

A full-scale learning ecosystem offering premium block development, custom theme integration guides, and speed optimizations.

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