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Kaila Fenton

BETHERSDEN,KENT

Summary

Versatile professional with expertise in strategic planning, leadership, and team building, complemented by strong communication skills and resourcefulness. Adept at social media marketing, inventory management, and upselling, with a proven ability to remain calm under pressure while driving results. Committed to leveraging problem-solving capabilities to achieve organisational goals and foster growth.

Offering strong organisational and leadership skills with background in animal care. Knowledgeable about horse grooming, stable management, and team coordination. Ready to use and develop communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Experienced equestrian professional focused on managing and training horses to ensure peak health and performance. Excel in implementing tailored care routines, overseeing stable operations, and fostering safe environment. Strong leadership and communication skills enable successful team management and client satisfaction.

Experienced Head Groom with knack for enhancing equine welfare and stable management. Successfully led teams to improve care standards, resulting in healthier horses and optimised performance. Known for keen attention to detail, streamlined operations, and fostering positive relationships within team and with horse owners.

Dependable labourer experienced working with animals and maintaining livestock health. Diligent about completing daily checks and maintaining optimum conditions for health, wellness and growth. Trained in equipment operation and farm safety.

Hard-working with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.

Enthusiastic with knowledge of resolving customer problems. Works to increase success through effective work strategies and customer service.

Motivated with years of experience, recognised for assessing operational needs and developing solutions to save costs, improve revenues and drive customer satisfaction. Resourceful and well-organised with excellent leadership and team-building record.

Dedicated with years of experience. Demonstrated history of meeting company goals and promoting best practices. Thrives under pressure and adapts to challenges with ingenuity and resilience.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Groom

Smarden Stables
Smarden, Kent
03.2023 - 10.2024
  • Upheld strict hygiene standards within yard areas preventing spread of disease amongst animals.
  • Tracked inventory levels of feed and supplies reducing instances of stock shortages.
  • Facilitated smooth operations with diligent management of all stable tasks including mucking out, bedding down, turning out and bringing in.
  • Conducted regular checks on fencing structures around paddocks to maintain secure environments for horses at all times.
  • Provided regular exercise to horses by scheduling daily walks and runs.
  • Prepared horses for shows, resulting in consistently high performances.
  • Maintained clean stables for improved horse health and comfort.
  • Assisted farriers with shoeing tasks to maintain optimum hoof health.
  • Kept tack in top condition to ensure horse safety and performance.
  • Managed pasture rotation to prevent overgrazing, maintaining quality feed availability for horses on site.
  • Trained new recruits on stable duties enhancing overall productivity.

Freelance Horse Groom

Tommy Clarey
Downe, Ireland
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Handled young foals sensitively; fostered trust from an early stage.
  • Treated minor wounds promptly; prevented escalation of injuries.
  • Performed dietary management tasks, resulting in healthier horses.
  • Kept stable facilities clean and organised-a key task for maintaining a healthy environment.
  • Monitored behaviour changes closely; critical step towards timely medical intervention.
  • Enhanced horse appearance through regular washing and brushing procedures.
  • Secured safe environment by cleaning and maintaining stables regularly.
  • Took part in preparation activities before competitive events, contributing to team success.
  • Improved horse performance with regular exercise sessions.
  • Maintained horse health by administering medications, supplements and first aid treatments.
  • Developed positive relationships with horses through gentle handling techniques.
  • Groomed and prepared horses for shows; essential role in presenting animals at their best.
  • Conducted daily checks on horses to detect early signs of illness or injury.
  • Assisted in training exercises for enhanced horse skills.
  • Assisted farriers during shoeing operations, ensuring comfort and well-being of the horses.
  • Provided optimal care to horses during transport trips.
  • Provided regular feed according to diets plans; supported overall horse nutrition regime.
  • Ensured proper grooming for horses, leading to improved coat condition.
  • Supported veterinary visits with efficient record keeping of horse health data.
  • Prepared tack for rides, ensuring smooth experience for riders.
  • Mucked out stables and yards in line with schedule.
  • Led horses to and from stables and fields safely to reduce likelihood of injuries.
  • Tacked up and untacked horses before and after outings.
  • Prepared horses for lessons, trail rides and competitions.
  • Cleaned and maintained leads, bridles and saddles.
  • Maintained thorough records of vaccinations, worming and shoeing schedules.
  • Coordinated daily feeding, watering and exercise schedules, adhering to strict dietary requirements to achieve desired weight.
  • Replaced bedding in thoroughly cleaned stalls for hygienic animal living quarters.
  • Cleaned and brushed horses' coats for silky smooth finished look.
  • Monitored horse welfare and wellbeing, identifying and addressing any unmet needs.
  • Prepared and portioned food in line with feeding schedules.
  • Groomed horses for competition days to meet established presentation standards.
  • Monitored electric fencing and irrigation systems.
  • Supported veterinary staff in administering medications and treatments.

Bar Work

The Bull Inn
Bethersden, Kent
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
  • Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.

Education

GCSEs - Showjumper

Goldwyn
Ashford, Kent

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Calm under pressure
  • Communication skills
  • Team building
  • Strategic planning
  • Leadership
  • Resourcefulness
  • Social media marketing
  • Inventory management
  • Upselling

Timeline

Head Groom

Smarden Stables
03.2023 - 10.2024

Freelance Horse Groom

Tommy Clarey
08.2022 - 12.2022

Bar Work

The Bull Inn
01.2022 - 08.2022

GCSEs - Showjumper

Goldwyn
Kaila Fenton