PET SHOP ASSISTANT
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A friendly, hardworking, and enthusiastic individual with a genuine passion for animal welfare. I have successfully completed my HNC and NC in animal care and have gained valuable at hands-on experience through volunteering at fife zoo, a rabbit sanctuary, working in a pet shop and having 2 days of observation of veterinary work at kingdom vets. I enjoy working as part of a team and providing high standards of animal care.
I am eager to begin my career within the animal industry and continue developing my knowledge and experience.
PET SHOP ASSISTANT - Kirkcaldy pet shop - Kirkcaldy high street 226
(2022-01 - 2023-12)
Provided a high standard of care by cleaning enclosures, feeding, and watering animals, handling them safely and caring for newly arrived pets. Also aided with stock replenishment, packaging bird food, and dog treats, using the till and delivering excellent customer service.
Volunteer - Fife zoo - lady bank Cupar
(2025-01)
Supported the daily care of a verity of animal species by preparing food, keeping clean enclosures, and aiding in general husbandry tasks. Supervised walk-through lemur enclosed while ensuring the safety of both visitors and animals.
Volunteer - Mels VIP - Kinghorn
(2023-01 - 2023-12)
Aided with daily care of rabbits, cleaning enclosures, preparing food, feeding, and handling animals safely and keeping a high standard of animal welfare and hygiene.
Veterinary work experience - Kingdom vets - glenrothes
Observed veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses during consultations and procedures including canine toe amputation and dental extraction. Gained an understanding of patient care, clinical procedures, and the day-to-day running of a veterinary practice. Helped with simple non-clinical tasks including collecting urine samples.
HIGHER National certificate (HNC) - animal care (2026-12)
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (NC) - animal care (2024-12)
NPA - bakery
N4 - biology
N4 - mathematics
N4 - art and design
N4 - early learning and childcare
N3 - administration
N3 - business
N3 - practical cookery