Nagore Cuartango
Edinburgh
Summary
Compassionate and driven individual with years of experience in animal care in a variety of contexts, as well as strong communication and teamwork skills. Passionate to make a meaningful impact for animal welfare and prepared to start work immediately.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Animal care volunteer
Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh
2025.09 - Current
- Coordinated with keepers to maintain clean and safe enclosures.
- Adhered strictly to zoo regulations whilst dealing with potentially dangerous animals.
- Assisted in development of enclosures and enrichment to improve animal welfare.
- Attended keeper meetings to discuss any animal welfare concerns and future steps as needed.
Kennel attendant
Ingliston Cattery and Kennels
Edinburgh
2024.07 - Current
- Tended to special dietary needs and medications as requested by owners.
- Instructed volunteers on proper handling methods resulting in safer interaction with animals.
- Worked collaboratively with team members.
- Ensured pet safety by closely monitoring behaviour and logging any health concerns, as well as communicating these with owners.
- Facilitated better animal care by maintaining clean and hygienic kennel environments.
- Responding to emergency situations effectively, ensuring minimal harm to pets or staff.
Kitchen porter
Le Petit Cafe
Edinburgh
2023.06 - 2023.12
- Worked effectively under pressure during peak times.
- Assisted kitchen staff with food preparation and plating.
- Maintained stock records and clean working conditions.
Animal care volunteer
Gorgie City Farm
Edinburgh
2019.01 - 2023.02
- Ensured safe environment for animals by maintaining clean and healthy living conditions.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff during routine check-ups to ensure optimal health of animals, using detailed record keeping.
- Conducted educational talks to visitors for awareness about animal behaviour and care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal welfare science
Scotland's Rural College
Edinburgh 2022.09 -
A-Levels - Chemistry
Boroughmuir High School
Edinburgh 2021.08 - 2022.06
A-Levels - English
Boroughmuir High School
Edinburgh 2021.08 - 2022.06
A-Levels - Spanish
Boroughmuir High School
Edinburgh 2021.08 - 2022.06
A-Levels - Biology
Boroughmuir High School
Edinburgh 2021.08 - 2022.06
GCSEs - Maths
Boroughmuir High School
Edinburgh 2021.08 - 2022.06
Skills
- Animal handling
- Feed schedule management
- Proactive health monitoring
- Animal behaviour knowledge
- Calm under pressure
- Confident working alone as well as in a team
- Kennel and enclosure maintenance
- Confident using Microsoft Office products
Languages
English
Fluent
Spanish
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Animal care volunteer
Edinburgh Zoo
2025.09 - Current
Kennel attendant
Ingliston Cattery and Kennels
2024.07 - Current
Kitchen porter
Le Petit Cafe
2023.06 - 2023.12
Bachelor of Science - Animal welfare science
Scotland's Rural College
2022.09 -
A-Levels - Chemistry
Boroughmuir High School
2021.08 - 2022.06
A-Levels - English
Boroughmuir High School
2021.08 - 2022.06
A-Levels - Spanish
Boroughmuir High School
2021.08 - 2022.06
A-Levels - Biology
Boroughmuir High School
2021.08 - 2022.06
GCSEs - Maths
Boroughmuir High School
2021.08 - 2022.06
Animal care volunteer
Gorgie City Farm
2019.01 - 2023.02