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David Tompkins

Warwick,Warwickshire

Summary

A dedicated professional with a strong foundation in compassionate dialogue and empathetic communication, excelling in building professional rapport and confident engagement. Demonstrates excellent time management and team collaboration skills, consistently supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive work environment. Takes immense pride in personal presentation and is eager to learn and take on new responsibilities, with a keen desire to make a meaningful difference in the chosen role.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Exercise Rider

Luca Morgan Racing
Lowsonford, Warwickshire
2025.12 - 2026.02
  • Assisted in the training and conditioning of racehorses to improve performance.
  • Coordinated with trainers on exercise regimens to meet racing objectives.
  • Assessed horse fitness levels, tailoring exercise plans accordingly.
  • Enhanced team communication by providing detailed feedback about horses' progress.
  • Conducted pre-training warm-up exercises to prevent injuries.
  • Adapted training methods as per specific needs of each horse, resulting in improved performance.
  • Ensured horse safety by adhering to all riding protocols.
  • Adapted riding style based on individual horse temperaments for maximised safety.

Exercise Rider

Oli Murphy Racing
Wilmcote, Warwickshire
2024.08 - 2025.11
  • Upheld highest standards of animal welfare at all times throughout career as an Exercise Rider.
  • Assisted veterinarians during check-ups for smoother procedures.
  • Adapted riding style based on individual horse temperaments for maximised safety.
  • Maintained knowledge of different breeds' unique needs and characteristics for personalised care.
  • Assisted in the training and conditioning of racehorses to improve performance.
  • Improved horse endurance with regular exercise routines.
  • Adapted training methods as per specific needs of each horse, resulting in improved performance.

Lighthorne Lamb Limited

Business Owner
Lighthorne, Warwickshire
2001.05 - 2020.04

Achieved exceptional quality in lamb cuts for catering services, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Elevated catering standards through precise and expert preparation of lamb products.
Improved culinary offerings by delivering expertly portioned lamb cuts to meet specific catering demands.

  • Supported team of 10 butchers/drivers on a daily basis, demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
  • Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.

Farm worker

Tompkins Brothers
Lighthorne, Warwickshire
1987.05 - 2001.03
  • Maintained animal health by regular feeding and watering tasks.
  • Completed daily maintenance tasks on farm buildings for longevity of structures.
  • Regularly inspected fencing and repaired damages to ensure secure boundaries for livestock.
  • Kept up-to-date records of crop yield and livestock numbers for management purposes.
  • Maintained cleanliness of animal pens, promoting healthy living conditions.
  • Enhanced productivity by constantly keeping work area tidy and organised.
  • Handled livestock, facilitated safe birthing process.
  • Assisted in the administration of vaccinations or medications to animals under veterinary supervision.
  • Cleaned farm buildings and equipment to maintain stable operations.
  • Handled repair and maintenance of fences, buildings and other farm structures for increased durability.
  • Herded animals and helped with movement between fields and cattle barns.
  • Cut grass and maintained hedges to keep farm grounds safe and presentable.
  • Loaded and unloaded livestock to transport to correct destinations.
  • Carried out all tasks in line with hygiene rules, upholding optimum safe working practices.
  • Detected disease and health problems in livestock.

Education

National Diploma - Agriculture

Moreton Morrell College
Moreton Morrell, Warwickshire
1985.09 - 1986.07

GCSEs - O level in maths, rural science, CSE in biology, english, general science

Kineton Secondary School
Kineton, Warwickshire
1980.09 - 1985.07

Skills

Compassionate dialogue

Confident engagement

  • Professional rapport
  • Empathetic communication
  • Time management is excellent
  • Team collaboration, willing to help and support others
  • Personal presentation, takes immense pride in their appearance
  • Eagerness to learn and take on new responsibilities
  • Keen to make a difference in chosen role

Accomplishments

Producer of the year for food and drink - National Award for Coventry and Warwickshire with Lighthorne Lamb, 2009 and 2011.

Timeline

Exercise Rider

Luca Morgan Racing
2025.12 - 2026.02

Exercise Rider

Oli Murphy Racing
2024.08 - 2025.11

Lighthorne Lamb Limited

Business Owner
2001.05 - 2020.04

Farm worker

Tompkins Brothers
1987.05 - 2001.03

National Diploma - Agriculture

Moreton Morrell College
1985.09 - 1986.07

GCSEs - O level in maths, rural science, CSE in biology, english, general science

Kineton Secondary School
1980.09 - 1985.07
David Tompkins