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We are currently
At home
Activities we are interested in:
I'm very practically minded and have enjoyed undertaking significant house improvement projects over the years - including installing two kitchens, 3 bathrooms, 1 staircase, 2 decks and lots more.
Description
Hi, I'm an adventurous, fun-loving Engineering and Technology Teacher. I enjoy helping and supporting others - especially practically. I live in Edinburgh with my wife. We have three sons, two and a half of whom have left home. I love being in touch with nature in the great outdoors - fresh air, mountain-biking, barbequing and good company make me happy.
I'm very much motivated by not making a negative impact on the environment and 'existing without costing' (where possible).
Interests
Winter sports
Water sports
Van life
Technology
Sustainability
Sailing / Boating
Pets
Outdoor activities
Nature
Music
Mountain
Hiking
DIY & crafts
Cycling
Carpentry
Beach
Art & design
Architecture
Animals
Adventure sports
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
DIY and building projects
Eco Projects
General Maintenance
Gardening
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Teaching
More details about your skills
I'm a husband, dad to 3 boys and an engineering and technology teacher of 12 - 18 year olds at George Watson's College in Edinburgh. I qualified as a mechanical engineer from the University of Hull then worked internationally as an engineer for 15 years before training as a teacher - the change of career was to allow me to spend time more time at home with my young family.
I like 'tech' and I'm an experienced house renovator - so far I have 'done up' our 3 family homes - putting in new bathrooms, staircases, kitchens - as well as painting and wallpapering.
I'm an outdoor pursuits leader and take groups of 15 students away for 2 weeks each year - climbing mountains, hill-walking, mountain-biking, kayaking and maintaining the countryside. I also assess Silver and Bronze awards for the Duke of Edinburgh scheme.
I'm a keen cyclist, skier, tennis and table-tennis player - and enjoy a game of pool or snooker over a beer.
I've excellent communication and negotiation skills - these are tried and tested frequently when dealing with teenagers every day and in my role as local tennis club President.
Age
57 & 57
What else ...
I will be on a sabbatical term off from school (April to August) - this is undertake a 'sustainability' project focusing on ways we can work towards net zero. I'm therefore keen to contribute to a sustainable living project in some way. Tracey and I will be 'on the mainland' (Europe!) in our campervan from early May to mid July hoping to get involved in something worthwhile and meaningful and FUN :¬)
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Both Wim and Punam are exceptional and inspiring people. They have depth and breadth of community living experiences and are now creating their own… read more
We enjoyed helping to sort and organise the workshop, Graham helped to progress renovations / improvements making cupboards and shelves but found his 'happy place' with the turtles in the large… read more
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Both Wim and Punam are exceptional and inspiring people. They have depth and breadth of community living experiences and are now creating their own… read more
We enjoyed helping to sort and organise the workshop, Graham helped to progress renovations / improvements making cupboards and shelves but found his 'happy place' with the turtles in the large… read more
