Naomi May BSc
Poole,Dorset
Summary
Dedicated BSc graduate with a passion for animal welfare and nutrition, keen to provide positive client experience. Previous career history within the care of animals and equines within customer facing roles has allowed for the development of strong communication skills in a professional manner. In my spare time I enjoy competing my horse within showing and show jumping as well as spending time in the outdoors with my partner and dog.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Equine care and rehabilitation assistant
St Giles Stud
Wimbourne St Giles, Dorset
03.2026 - Current
- Contributed to treatment plan development centered on owner goals and needs.
- Provided educated advice and consultations to clients on horse care, nutrition, and training methodologies.
- Managed feed, bedding, and horse care supplies, placing orders before stock depletion.
- Developed and maintained records of horse care routines, health updates, and performance notes for accurate tracking.
- Communicated with clients and team members in a polite and professional manner.
- Indepented working and maintenance of daily routines.
- Maintained the care of horses at all ages, handling of foals ranging to competing horses.
- Assisted rider in competitions.
Stud Groom
Etheridge Farm and Stud
Okeford Fitzpane
09.2021 - 02.2026
- Handling horses of all ages
- Handling stallions
- Maintaining welfare of horses
- Assisting to the turning out of horses for competition
- Delivered treatments for wounds and injuries to avoid infection and promote speedy healing and recovery
- Creation of advertisements on social media
Seasonal Housekeeper
Reasort Estates
Uig , isle of lewis
07.2024 - 11.2025
- Enhanced customer communication skills
- Enhanced organisation skills
- Ensured continued resident safety and privacy while performing cleaning duties
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with clients by exceeding task expectations
- Dealt with customer requests promptly and courteously, attending to additional needs as required
Yard Groom
Oakridge stables
Ferndown, Dorset
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisting within riding lessons
- Taking bookings as well as payment from clients
- Communicating with all ages of people, including various levels of disabilities
- Handling of horses
- Maintaining welfare of horses
- Provided positive customer service to drive repeat business and customer satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Science 2:1 - Equine Science
Sparsholt College
Winchester, HAM2024
Extended Diploma - Equine Welfare and Management
Sparsholt College, Hampshire
Sparsholt, HAM2021
GCSEs -
Highcliffe School
Christchurch, ENG2019
Skills
- Record-keeping
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Knowledge of Microsoft software
- Resourcefulness
- Organisation skills
- Customer Service
- Customer retention
- Self-directed
Certification
- Full UK Driving Licence including trailer licence.
References
- Ann Basset (Etheridge Stud)
Contact number 07940151961
- Vicky Keets (Oakridge Stables)
Contact number 07930806203
Timeline
Equine care and rehabilitation assistant
St Giles Stud
03.2026 - Current
Seasonal Housekeeper
Reasort Estates
07.2024 - 11.2025
Stud Groom
Etheridge Farm and Stud
09.2021 - 02.2026
Yard Groom
Oakridge stables
08.2019 - 09.2020
GCSEs -
Highcliffe School
Extended Diploma - Equine Welfare and Management
Sparsholt College, Hampshire
Bachelor of Science 2:1 - Equine Science
Sparsholt College