Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Relevant Veterinary Experience
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Holly Cleland

Hilton,Derbyshire

Summary

I am a final year student at the University of Nottingham and am looking to pursue a career in small animal practice. I am enthusiastic, ambitious and very determined, proven by my unusual route into this career without sitting A levels.


Through working in several customer facing roles, I understand the importance of clear communication delivered in an empathetic manner. I have a particular interest in medicine which is something I would like to further persue in my professional development.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2032
2032
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Veterinary School Student Ambassador

University of Nottingham
Nottingham
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Engaged with potential students on University Open Days and led tours around the campus.


Volunteer

Vets In The Community
Nottingham
01.2024 - 06.2025


  • I have volunteered at Vets In The Community in Nottingham several times, both helping the clients there and teaching younger years.


Team member

Leon
Chester
01.2023 - 06.2025
  • Company Overview: M56 service Station
  • Leading the kitchen team and working under higher management
  • Managing cash flow and food safety
  • Communicating with members of the public
  • Good time management

Yard Worker

Fosshey Stables and Hanovarian Stud
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Worked with all ages of horses, from foals to broodmares and livery
  • Communicated with owners, vets and other yard workers effectively

Education

GCSES -

Helsby High School
Frodsham
06.2013 - 06.2018

Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma - Animal Management

Reaseheath Collage

BVM MedSci Degree (Hons in the First Class) -

University of Nottingham

BVM BVS -

University of Nottingham
09.2024 - 07.2026

Skills

Full clean driver's license


Engage Officer, Sutton Bonington Riding Club (2022-2024)

  • Ran stalls at the Fresher's Fairs and interacted with new students
  • Organized lessons weekly and social events such as quiz nights
  • Ran the social media pages on Facebook and Instagram


Social Secretary, The Shelter Medicine Project (2024-2025)

  • Organised and promoted Neuter Clinics at RSPCA Bolton
  • Organised and promoted talks such as 'Role of a Shelter Vet' and 'Common Presentations in Charity Practice'
  • Ran the social media pages on Facebook and Instagram


Horse Riding

  • I take lessons locally while at University

Relevant Veterinary Experience

Ashcrofts Veterinary Surgery, Frodsham (5 weeks)


The Sands Veterinary Surgery, Tarvin (3 weeks)


The Laurels Veterinary Surgery, Runcorn (2 weeks)


Rose Cottage Veterinary Centre, Frodsham (2 weeks)


Brown Moss Equine Clinic, Norley (2 weeks)


Willows Farm Practice, Northwich (2 weeks)



References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Veterinary School Student Ambassador

University of Nottingham
01.2025 - 06.2025

BVM BVS -

University of Nottingham
09.2024 - 07.2026

Volunteer

Vets In The Community
01.2024 - 06.2025

Team member

Leon
01.2023 - 06.2025

Yard Worker

Fosshey Stables and Hanovarian Stud
04.2022 - 02.2023

GCSES -

Helsby High School
06.2013 - 06.2018

Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma - Animal Management

Reaseheath Collage

BVM MedSci Degree (Hons in the First Class) -

University of Nottingham
Holly Cleland