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Bethany Walbridge

Bethany Walbridge

Hook,Hampshire

Summary

Dedicated animal care professional with proven experience in livestock management, rehabilitation, and species-specific handling. Skilled in administering medication, managing behaviour, and delivering engaging public education.

Known for a proactive mindset, strong organisational skills, and excellent time management. Committed to promoting animal welfare and fostering positive human-animal relationships.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2048
2048
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Animal Welfare Manager & Alpaca Walks Leader

Pennybridge Alpaca Farm
Hook, Hampshire
08.2021 - 06.2025
  • Cared for a herd of 100+ alpacas, goats, and sheep, performing feeding, cleaning, health checks, and behaviour monitoring.
  • Administered injections, oral medications, and performed nail trimming and topical skin treatments.
  • Reduced animal stress during handling by implementing enhanced restraint techniques, including tailored adaptations for challenging animals.
  • Supported breeding processes, pregnancy monitoring, birthing, and neonatal care.
  • Led 2-hour alpaca walks for groups up to 50, ensuring safety and animal welfare while delivering engaging educational talks.
  • Managed day-to-day farm operations, prioritising tasks and supervising seasonal staff as needed.

Volunteer Facilitator for SEND activities

APPEER
Reading
08.2024 - 02.2025
  • Supported autistic children and teens in group settings, ensuring inclusion and engagement.
  • Assisted with one-on-one support for anxious children during activities to promote comfort and participation.

Wildlife Rehabilitation Volunteer

Hart Wildlife Rescue
Alton, Hampshire
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Cared for 100+ injured wildlife through feeding, rehabilitation, and health checks.
  • Reared orphaned fledgling birds and small mammals, tailoring care plans to individual needs.
  • Assessed animal behaviour and health, adjusting treatment accordingly.
  • Maintained accurate records of pests and illnesses for effective disease control.
  • Sanitised and maintained enclosures to ensure clean, safe environments.

Veterinary Volunteer

Ashworth Veterinary Group
Fleet, Hampshire
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Prepared animals and surgical stations for procedures, supporting veterinary teams.
  • Observed surgeries and assisted with necessary equipment.
  • Maintained clean, comfortable enclosures for hospitalised animals.
  • Assisted with post-operative care and handled nervous or recovering animals.

Education

Diploma - Animal Assisted Therapy

Centre of Excellence
04.2001 - 09.2024

Advanced Diploma - Autism Awareness

Centre of Excellence
09.2024

NVQ Level 3 - Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management

Sparsholt College
Winchester
08.2022

Level 3 Diploma - Reptile Care, Welfare & Ethics

Animal Courses Direct
11.2021

GCSEs - Higher Maths, English Language & Literature, Science Trilogy, Spanish, Philosophy & Religion, Art

Court Moor School
Fleet
08.2020

Skills

  • Animal husbandry & welfare
  • Livestock handling & restraint techniques
  • Medication administration & health checks
  • Animal rehabilitation
  • Physical stamina for manual labour
  • Record-keeping & documentation
  • Public engagement & education
  • Time management & task prioritisation


Accomplishments

  • Provided species-specific care for a wide range of domestic and exotic animals, including dogs, chickens, alpacas, chinchillas, rabbits, hamsters, bearded dragons, and parrots.
  • Provided two-month holiday cover as farm manager, overseeing livestock welfare and daily farm operations.
  • Delivered in-home pet sitting services prioritizing animal comfort and owner communication.
  • Assisted in the breeding, rearing, and weaning of 8 puppies, delivering 24/7 neonatal care.
  • Trained and worked alongside a certified therapy dog in care homes and special needs schools.
  • Participated in the rescue and successful re-release of an adult swan with a wildlife rehabilitation team.
  • Rehabilitated abandoned newborn rabbits through hand-rearing in a rescue facility.

Timeline

Volunteer Facilitator for SEND activities

APPEER
08.2024 - 02.2025

Animal Welfare Manager & Alpaca Walks Leader

Pennybridge Alpaca Farm
08.2021 - 06.2025

Wildlife Rehabilitation Volunteer

Hart Wildlife Rescue
06.2021 - 09.2021

Veterinary Volunteer

Ashworth Veterinary Group
06.2019 - 07.2019

Diploma - Animal Assisted Therapy

Centre of Excellence
04.2001 - 09.2024

Advanced Diploma - Autism Awareness

Centre of Excellence

NVQ Level 3 - Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management

Sparsholt College

Level 3 Diploma - Reptile Care, Welfare & Ethics

Animal Courses Direct

GCSEs - Higher Maths, English Language & Literature, Science Trilogy, Spanish, Philosophy & Religion, Art

Court Moor School
Bethany Walbridge