Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Certification
References
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Rebecca Fell

Rebecca Fell

High Wycombe,Buckinghamshire

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive management experience in equine and human-focused roles. Demonstrates strong teamwork and independent work capabilities, coupled with exceptional interpersonal skills. Proven ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and innovate solutions for client and business needs.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Yard Manager

Equibreed UK Ltd
Beenham, West Berkshire
2019.04 - Current

Oversee comprehensive care and management of equine stock and staff in a high-demand veterinary reproduction environment.
Lead collaboration with veterinary professionals to optimise procedures including scanning, semen collection, insemination, foaling, and weaning.
Ensure compliance with DEFRA regulations through meticulous record keeping.
Direct farrier coordination, owner communications, and social media strategy to enhance client engagement.
Strategically manage wound treatment, worming programmes, field rotations, resource procurement, financial processes, and staff training.

Yard Manager

Shardeloes Farm Equestrian Centre
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
2017.02 - 2018.12

Directed staff training initiatives and managed rotas to optimise performance.
Assigned appropriate horses and ponies for client lessons based on skill levels.
Oversaw field maintenance and coordinated with estate manager for livestock rotation.
Implemented worming programmes and scheduled vet/farrier visits with owners.
Facilitated follow-up care post-veterinary treatments for all horses and ponies.
Devised and promoted competitions and events to increase engagement and visibility.
Sourced and evaluated new horses and ponies to meet riding school requirements.
Engaged with BHS and local council to ensure compliance with licensing regulations.

Head Girl

Martin Bosley Racing
Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire
2013.03 - 2017.02

Assisted in the management of dual-purpose racing operations, handling horses for flat and jumps.
Supported daily care and needs of up to 45 horses, ensuring their well-being.
Collaborated with vets, farriers, and other specialists to keep horses in peak condition.
Maintained training facilities using tractors and harrows.
Participated in work riding and transported horses to races.
Prepared horses impeccably for the parade ring and provided post-race care.

Groom

Schocklemohle Pferdehaltung GmBh
Muhlen, Neidersachen
2012.08 - 2013.02

Managed daily care of young horses within largest breeding and breaking yard in Europe.
Assisted in the handling, lunging, backing and riding away process for multiple horses.
Facilitated preparation of youngstock for successful careers in showjumping.

Team Leader/HGV Driver

Jumping Bean Burrito
Atherstone, Warwickshire
2011.05 - 2012.08

Assisted with driving lorry or van and trailer unit to festival and sporting event sites.
Supported event setup in compliance with environmental health officer parameters.
Helped lead serving staff team during trading at festivals and managed cash takings.

Groom

Mildmay Stud
Whitchurch, Hampshire
2010.01 - 2011.04

Part time groom while in education. General daily grooms duties on a Thoroughbred breeding stud, including foaling duties and newborn foal care.

Shift Manager

JD Wetherspoons
Basingstoke, Hampshire
2008.03 - 2009.08

Assisted in training and scheduling for approximately 35 staff members.
Supported cost control by managing staffing hours and stock ordering.
Conducted weekly stock takes to ensure proper rotation and inventory management.
Maintained high standards of customer service and cleanliness throughout the venue.
Balanced takings accurately to meet weekly financial targets.

Pub Manager

Wycombe Pub Company
Didcot, Oxfordshire
2006.08 - 2008.03

Directed management of various small-town pubs within Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.
Advanced from barmaid at the Antelope in High Wycombe to manage multiple establishments.
Led operations at the Golden Fleece in High Wycombe after resolving landlord conflicts.
Facilitated management of the Flint Cottage in High Wycombe due to similar circumstances.
Took interim charge of Tommy Flynn's in Banbury while awaiting brewery decisions.
Recruited by Wycombe Pub Co and Punch Taverns to oversee the Wheatsheaf in Didcot after police intervention.
Presented a comprehensive strategy to Thames Valley Police and Oxfordshire Council, ensuring compliance.
Elevated pub revenue by over 200% within six months while maintaining rigorous licensing standards.

Bank Teller

Alliance & Leicester Building Society
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
2003.06 - 2004.09

Assisted customers with account inquiries.
Balanced tills and ensured accuracy in transactions.
Managed confidential administrative tasks in line with policies on cash handling.

Education

FdSc - Equine Science

University of Portsmouth
Winchester, Hampshire
09/2009 - 06/2011

HND - Contemporary Fine Art

Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield
09/2004 - 08/2006

ND - Music Performance & Music Technology

Amersham College
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
09/2001 - 07/2003

GCSEs -

Wycombe High School
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
09/1997 - 07/2001

Certification

Full UK Driving Licence

BIIAB Personal Licence Certificate

Class 1 and Class 2 HGV Licences

First Aid at Work - Valid to April 2028

DEFRA Equine Artificial Insemination Certificate

BHS Stage 3 Groom & Rider

IOSH Health & Safety in the Horse Racing & Breeding Industry

LANTRA Level 2 Transporting Horses on Short Journeys

Level 2 Food Handling Hygiene

BIIAB Award in Beer & Cellar Quality

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Yard Manager

Equibreed UK Ltd
2019.04 - Current

Yard Manager

Shardeloes Farm Equestrian Centre
2017.02 - 2018.12

Head Girl

Martin Bosley Racing
2013.03 - 2017.02

Groom

Schocklemohle Pferdehaltung GmBh
2012.08 - 2013.02

Team Leader/HGV Driver

Jumping Bean Burrito
2011.05 - 2012.08

Groom

Mildmay Stud
2010.01 - 2011.04

Shift Manager

JD Wetherspoons
2008.03 - 2009.08

Pub Manager

Wycombe Pub Company
2006.08 - 2008.03

Bank Teller

Alliance & Leicester Building Society
2003.06 - 2004.09

FdSc - Equine Science

University of Portsmouth
09/2009 - 06/2011

HND - Contemporary Fine Art

Sheffield Hallam University
09/2004 - 08/2006

ND - Music Performance & Music Technology

Amersham College
09/2001 - 07/2003

GCSEs -

Wycombe High School
09/1997 - 07/2001
Rebecca Fell