Future Requirements

• What would you like to do or gain in your next job?

I would love to gain more experience overall in the equine field, I have previously volunteered at a riding stable and since then have been interested in expanding my experience and skills

• Do you need accommodation?

Depends on the location, accommodation would be ideal

• Do you have any special requirements for any animals you wish to bring with you?

Not a must have, would love the opportunity to bring my dog with me but not a requirement.

• Do you have any ongoing commitments?

No

• Do you have any holidays booked that an employer needs to know of?

No

Experience with Horses

I was introduced to horses from a young age and from the participated in weekly lessons, this continued until I reached the age I could volunteer at the stables. I did this every weekend for 3 years, bringing the horses in, feeding them, grooming, mucking out etc and helped leading in the younger lessons. A couple of years ago I part loaned a horse for a few months before the owner moved yards and loved that period of time. I have friends that own their own horses and whenever I stay with them I will always help out with the animals on their property. Recently I au paired in Australia where they kept horses, Some of the horses required medication throughout the day and I would go out and administer it to them and take them on lead walks to help gently bring them back.

Key Skills

I am a quick learner when it comes to a routine with the animals, happy to go out in any weather and like to ensure that things are left tidy. I previously studied a course in animal management and understand how important animal welfare is and how to provide that to different animals.

Strengths and Weaknesses

• What do you most enjoy about working with horses?

I love being out in the nature with the horses, I enjoy building a bond with them and just seeing them enjoying life. I have always been a massive animal lover and working with horses encourages a very outdoorsy lifestyle with I thrive off of.

• Is there anything you’d like to improve?

There is, I won’t deny that my skills are not where I would desire them to be, unfortunately especially over the last couple of years I have not been around horses as much as I previously had been, I would love to gain more experience overall in different types of horses and I do believe repetition is key for that.

• Why should employers consider you above any other job seeker?

I think I should be considered as I am a hard worker, quick to pick things up and a massive advocate on communication and wanting the best outcome for everyone. I will always put the most into everything as I believe that provides the best outcome. I am familiar being away from home and pushing myself out of my comfort zone and continue to do so.