Jonathan Leigh
Stalybridge,Cheshire
Summary
Dedicated animal care professional with expertise in animal handling and behaviour. Strong skills in time management, basic animal nutrition, and first aid for animals. Committed to maintaining high hygiene standards and training team members to deliver quality care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Kennel supervisor
Castle Croft Kennels
Bredbury, Stockport
2021.07 - Current
- Managed check-ins and check-outs of pets smoothly resulting in minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Administered prescribed medication to a variety of pet species, improving their overall health condition.
- Regularly monitored animal health conditions, identifying potential issues early on and administring preventative care.
- Implemented best practices in kennel and cattery management for an efficient work environment.
- Upheld high hygyene standards in all areas of the workplace to prevent disease spread and contamination.
- Handled administrative duties efficiently whilst maintaining smooth day-to-day operations.
- Addressed emergency situations promptly, ensuring immediate medical attention where required.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures, leading to increased workforce productivity.
Volenteer
Wildwings Bird of Prey Centre
Warrington, Manchester
2022.02 - 2022.08
- Maintained visitor and personnel compliance with rules and safety procedures, minimizing liability and injury risks.
- Maintained clean and safe environments for diverse species through regular cleaning and sanitisation procedures.
- Followed strict protocols to prevent disease transmission amongst the animal population.
- Assisted in building new enclosures
Bar staff member
Greene King
Lowdham, Nottinghamshire
2017.10 - 2021.05
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.
- Restocked bar efficiently during busy periods applying FIFO.
- Kept records of tabs accurately, avoiding monetary discrepancies.
- Checked identification to maintain legal compliance.
- Handled cash transactions to ensure accurate accounting.
- Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising to COSHH standards and replenishing stock.
- Followed safe serving requirements, monitoring guest behaviour and discontinuing service to inebriated customers.
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement, respectful and motivational coaching.
Volenteer
Treswell Wood IPM Ringing Group
Retford, Nottinghamshire
2016.01 - 2017.06
- Bird Handling & Banding: Trainee Ringer under John McMeeking.
- Mist Netting: Experience with erecting, monitoring, and extracting birds from mist nets.
- Biometrics: Taking measurements such as wing chord, weight, fat score, and moult scores.
- Species Identification: Proficient identification of local bird species, including age and sex determination.
- Data Management: Proficiency with bird ringing data sets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Conservation
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham 2014.09 - 2017.05
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Animal Management
Salford City College
Manchester 2012.09 - 2014.05
GCSEs -
St Antonys Catholic College
ManchesterSkills
Animal handling expertise
Time management efficiency
Animal behavioural knowledge
First aid for animals
Employee training capabilities
Basic animal nutrition
Medication Administration
Health and safety awareness
Grounds keeping and site maintenence
Customer Service
Affiliations
- Photography
- Ornothology
- DIY and crafting
Timeline
Volenteer
Wildwings Bird of Prey Centre
2022.02 - 2022.08
Kennel supervisor
Castle Croft Kennels
2021.07 - Current
Bar staff member
Greene King
2017.10 - 2021.05
Volenteer
Treswell Wood IPM Ringing Group
2016.01 - 2017.06
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Conservation
Nottingham Trent University
2014.09 - 2017.05
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Animal Management
Salford City College
2012.09 - 2014.05
GCSEs -
St Antonys Catholic College