Katie Steele
Antrim
Summary
I am a dedicated and motivated Veterinary Assistant student, seeking a student Veterinary Nurse placement in September 2026. I am passionate about animals and their welfare. I have fostered 2 dogs that were abandoned and mistreated that required medical help and nursed them back to health. I have also volunteered at a local animal shelter to walk dogs. I am committed to making a difference to the lives of animals and providing an excellent service to all animals and their owners.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work history
Veterinary Assistant (on placement)
Firmount Vets
Antrim
- Feeding and exercising hospitalised animals
- Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, exam rooms and operating areas
- Set up equipment for examination and surgeries and assist the vet during procedures
- Restrain animals safely for examination, vaccines and blood tests
- Monitor patients and report changes
- Communicate with pet owners about care, nutrition and patient updates
- Restock supplies and manage laundry
- Schedule appointments and manage patient files
Catering Assistant (P/T)
Antrim Area Hospital
Antrim
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Assist with food service and plated food to patients in the hospital
- Prepare all foods and beverages in line with food safety procedures
- Ensure the correct procedures are followed at all times – receipt, storage and temperature control of all meals
- Maintain the kitchen, dining room and stores to a high level of cleanliness
- Follow hygienic catering practices and observe safe working methods
Sales Assistant (P/T)
JD Sports
Belfast International Airport
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Provide knowledgeable customer service
- Maintain tidy stock standards on the shop floor
- Drive sales through product knowledge
- Replenish stock levels when required
- Ensure that products are priced correctly
- Operating the till and taking payments
Barista (P/T)
Mann's Garden Kitchen
Antrim Castle Gardens
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Meeting and greeting customers
- Preparing and serving food and drink
- Making menu recommendations
- Liaising with Kitchen staff about orders
- Operating the till and taking payments
- Attending to customer needs and answering queries
Education
Slemish College
Ballymena 09.2019 - 06.2024
City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma - Veterinary Care Assistant Course
North West Regional College
Limavady 09.2025 -
Skills
- Communication - client support and liaising with distressed animal owners
- Teamwork - working with vets, veterinary nurses and support staff
- Stress Management - staying calm in emergencies and thinking under pressure
- Attention to detail - ensuring all records and paperwork is completed correctly
- Problemsolving - solve unexpected problems in a busy veterinary clinic when emergency cases arrive
References
References available upon request
Hobbies
I enjoy looking after my own two dogs Roxie and Pippa and I also go horse riding. In my spare time I like to read and paint. I also do pilates and yoga and go to the gym.
Affiliations
- I enjoy looking after my two dogs Roxie and Pippa and I also go horse riding. In my spare time I like to read and paint. I also do pilates and yoga and go to the gym.
Timeline
City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma - Veterinary Care Assistant Course
North West Regional College
09.2025 -
Catering Assistant (P/T)
Antrim Area Hospital
09.2025 - 01.2026
Sales Assistant (P/T)
JD Sports
01.2025 - 08.2025
Barista (P/T)
Mann's Garden Kitchen
01.2024 - 12.2024
Slemish College
09.2019 - 06.2024
Veterinary Assistant (on placement)
Firmount Vets