Ella Mcleod

I am a mature, hardworking and responsible individual. I have just finished my first year at Oatridge Agriculture College studying Advanced Certificate Horse Care, and I am moving onto my next course certHE Equine Science and Management. I am used to working to deadlines and strive for excellence in everything I do.

I volunteer at Thornton Rose Riding for the Disabled where I have developed my interpersonal skills by working closely with, not only the other volunteers and staff, but also the variety of disabled children and adults who are our clients. I am also very active in showing miniature Shetland ponies and this culminated 2 years ago with me being placed in my highly competitive class at the Royal Highland Show.

Team Leader / Trainee Coach - Thornton Rose Riding for the Disabled - Rosewell

(2024)

I currently volunteer with this charity and am involved in pony care duties as well as working directly with our clients to provide them with an enjoyable experience in a safe environment. I effectively support our clients with their balance, coordination, social skills, confidence and concentration. In turn, I have developed excellent communication skills and have developed a greater awareness of diversity in our society.

I am currently training to be a coach with this charity which has me organising client sessions and the work of other volunteers and this has enabled me to develop my organisational and problem-solving skills.

• Bringing horses in and out of fields
• Grooming and tacking up horses
• Helping with mounting and dismounting riders
• Leading a team in daily yard jobs
• Leading and side walking on rides

Nursery Helper - Strathesk Primary School - Penicuik

(2024-08 - 2025-04)

I completed work experience in a nursery throughout the year.

• Supporting pupils in class with activities such as reading, maths, arts and crafts

certHE - Equine Science and Management - SRUC Oatridge College (2026 - 2027)

Advanced Certificate - Horse Care - SRUC Oatridge College (2025 - 2026)

National 5 - Applications of Maths - Penicuik High School (2025 - 2025)

Higher - Admin - Penicuik High School (2025 - 2025)

Higher - Biology - Penicuik High School (2025 - 2025)

National 5 - Childcare - Penicuik High School (2025 - 2025)

National 5 - Barista - Penicuik High School (2025 - 2025)

SCQF 6 - RMPS - Penicuik High School (2025 - 2025)

National 5 - History - Penicuik High School (2024 - 2024)

National 5 - Practical Cookery - Penicuik High School (2024 - 2024)

National 5 - Admin - Penicuik High School (2024 - 2024)

National 5 - English - Penicuik High School (2024 - 2024)

National 5 - Biology - Penicuik High School (2024 - 2024)

NPA - Horse Care - Scottish Racing Academy