Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
References
Voluntary positions and Extracurricular activities
Animal based experience
Timeline
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Emma Belli

Summary

I am currently studying Veterinary medicine at the University of Surrey. Alongside my studies, I volunteer for Welfare watch and am an active member of VetSoc. I also work alongside my studies as a pet sitter and walker, balancing my time effectively between the two commitments. This has diversified my experience working with different animals and people, as well as getting an insight into pet ownership.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Dog sitter

Pawshake
Guildford
02.2025 - Current
  • Managed various breeds of dogs, demonstrating versatility in understanding canine behaviour.
  • Comforted nervous or distressed animals through gentle handling techniques and soothing activities.
  • Maintained communication with dog owners about their pet's behaviour, diet preferences or any significant changes noticed during their stay.

Retail sales associate

JD Sports
Sheffield
07.2022 - 03.2023


  • Supported marketing initiatives by setting up promotional displays.
  • Lead the training of new staff members to improve team efficiency.
  • Ensured appropriate customer care during busy hours due to the fast paced nature of the store.

Sales assistant

Cannon hall farm
Penistone, Barnsley
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business..
  • Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously whilst maintaining high-quality customer care.
  • Worked broadly in the farm restaurant, coffee shops, delicatessen and gift shops, giving me a variety of customers.

Education

GCSEs -

Westfield School
Sheffield
09.2016 - 06.2021

A-Levels -

Barnsley College
Barnsley
09.2021 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary medicine and science

University of Surrey
Guildford
09.2023 - 06.2028

Skills

  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Public speaking- Oral presentations
  • Teamwork- previous employment, group projects/ presentation, practicals during study
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Compassion and patience

References

References available upon request.

Voluntary positions and Extracurricular activities

Welfare watch - University of Surrey

  • This position involves ensuring the safety and wellbeing of students whilst at the student union.
  • It requires empathy, and commitment to the overall safety and enjoyment for the students at the university

Intramural sport- Netball

VetSoc



Animal based experience

Cannon hall farm- 14th April 2025 - 25th April 2025

  • Broad animal experience, but mainly a lambing placement, working with difficult positioned lambs, feeding, medication and overall maintenance.

Thornberry animal sanctuary- 17th June 2024- 28th June 2024

  • Working with many different dogs, with previous neglect, poor care and lack of rehoming, with a wide range of behaviour and personalities.

Mobely farm- 22nd July 2024 - 2nd August 2024

  • Working with over 200 dairy cows daily (milking, general care), as well as administering medication, surgical observation, and dehorning of calves.

Cakeham stables- 8+ years

  • Providing general care of horses and ponies, as well as educating children on the husbandry practices.

Donaldon's practice Thongsbridge - 30th May 2022 (One week) and 4th July 2022 (One week)

  • Observed day one competencies such as castrates, and some more complex surgery such as knee surgery and spays on large dogs.
  • Sat in on many consultations, and aided with small procedures such as nail clippings, and general practice maintenance such as cleaning after surgery, and surgical tool sterilisation.



Timeline

Dog sitter

Pawshake
02.2025 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary medicine and science

University of Surrey
09.2023 - 06.2028

Retail sales associate

JD Sports
07.2022 - 03.2023

Sales assistant

Cannon hall farm
10.2021 - 04.2022

A-Levels -

Barnsley College
09.2021 - 06.2023

GCSEs -

Westfield School
09.2016 - 06.2021
Emma Belli