Ben Ames
DOB: 15 May 2006
Beckenham, Kent
07861 383988
DBS Certified (July 2023)
Driving test theory: passed
Driving test booked: 11 February 2026
Education
Bromley College
Public Services Course, September 2022 – July 2025
BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma
Grade: MPP
• Teamwork, leadership and communication- Merit
• Physical preparation, health and wellbeing – Pass
• Behaviour and Discipline – Pass
Langley Park School for Boys
2017 – 2022
GCSE’s passed: English, Mathematics and Art.
Subjects studied: Science, Geography, Photography and Physical Education.
Work experience
Parliamentary Jazz Awards
World Heart Beat, Nine Elms, London
14 October 2025
Welcomed guests and checked names on behalf of the organisers, including members of the House of Lords, MPs, musicians and the jazz community.
Buzzers Academy
Paid volunteering, 2024 – 2025
Locations: West Wickham, Eden Park, and Beckenham
Working at school holiday camps to provide children in a safe, friendly, working environment with a variety of sports and activities.
All Stars Cricket Coaching
Beckenham Cricket Club – Summer 2023
Introducing children aged five to eight years old to the sport and teaching them new skills.
Personal reference:
“I write as the chair of the junior cricket section at Beckenham Cricket Club and as the lead Activator for the club’s All Stars cricket programme. All Stars cricket is a national cricket programme established by the English Cricket Board to introduce children aged between 5 and 8 to cricket.
Ben volunteered to support the All Stars sessions at Beckenham Cricket Club during the summer of 2023. The aim of the sessions is to encourage children who are new to cricket and to ensure that they play the game in a friendly, safe and enjoyable environment.
Ben was a very willing and effective assistant coach. He established an excellent rapport with the children, their parents and our other assistant coaches and performed his role in a mature and professional manner.
I would highly recommend Ben for any similar roles. His positive attitude and enthusiastic support contributed greatly to the success of our All Stars programme.
I would be very happy to discuss any aspect of this reference and can be contacted on 07931 312946 or at: neilklcoulson@gmail.com”
Other activities and interests
Army Cadets
Army Regiment 143, Shirley.
Lance Corporal in local Army Cadets Force (ACF), attending twice a week for two years, particularly enjoying the teamwork, discipline and routine.
Assessments passed:
- First Aid (St John’s Qualified)
- Orienteering
- Field Craft
- Badges of Rank
- Phonetic alphabet
- Shooting/skill at arms
- Physical Training
Plus annual camps, 2022 and 2023
Senior Officer recommendation:
“He is a great example of the cadet values and standards.”
Major S Ronner, OC 14 Company.
Regional level recommendation:
“A truly inspirational Cadet and well worthy of recognition.”
Colonel Colin Jones, Commandant.
Greater London Cadet/Young People Awards, July 2024
Citation by Detachment leader:
“Ames has consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, reliability, and effectiveness in his role within the Army Cadet Force. His unwavering commitment to the Force is evident in his constant willingness to volunteer for tasks, often being the first to step forward.”
“His proficiency in physical tasks is commendable, always eager to participate and contribute, demonstrating a level of physical fitness and determination that is truly inspiring. His enthusiasm is infectious, encouraging others to participate and fostering a positive and energetic environment.”
Cricket
Beckenham Cricket Club, 2014 – present
Established as a keen bowler and fielder with the Beckenham Cricket Club, playing matches in the adult teams and attending regular training. Recently given the responsibility for recording the scores in league matches and asked to umpire. Both roles are important to the game, where firm decision-making and clear communication are required.
Player of the Season, under 19s, 2023. Bowler of the Year, 2022.
Plus match mascot for Kent v Pakistan, Canterbury, April 2018
Bowling for Beckenham CC, summer 2025 (Photo: Hitesh Asher)
Football
The Warren FC under 16s, 2020 – 2022
The Warren Juniors, 2018 – 2020. ‘Most improved player’ Award, 2019.
Club Langley FC, 2016 – 2017. Under 11s ‘Player Award’, 2017.
Scoring a penalty for The Warren at Bromley FC’s ground, January 2020
Certificates
Duke of Edinburgh Bronze award
Ju Jitsu: Under 11’s black belt
Swimming: 500m
Music
Events attended:
Black Deer Festival, Kent, 2019 and 2022
Beautiful Days Festival, Devon, 2017
Towersey Festival, Oxfordshire, 2016
AC/DC, London Stadium, 2016
London Drum Show, Olympia, 2015, 2016 and 2017
Music Education Expo, Barbican, 2014
Abbey Road Studio sessions, 2013 and 2014
London Acoustic Guitar Show, Olympia, 2012 and 2014
Cambridge Folk Festival, 2011
Camp Bestival, Dorset, 2010
Travel
Places visited:
California and Nevada (including San Francisco, Los Angeles and Las Vegas) 2022
New York 2019
Morocco 2018
North France (Picardy) 2016
South France (Le Mans, La Rochelle, Poitiers via Paris) 2014
Scotland (Edinburgh, Borders), Wales (Pembrokeshire, Saundersfoot).