Ruby Louisa Short
Falmouth,Cornwall
Summary
I am a third-year Zoology BSc student at the University of Exeter, Penryn Campus, with a strong commitment to my academic career. I am particularly interested in wildlife conservation, animal behaviour, and environmental education. I can provide hands-on animal husbandry experience alongside a strong work ethic and communication skills, especially when working with young children.
I will be a graduate in May, and I am looking forward to my next opportunities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Volunteer Support (Special Needs School)
Local SEN School
Warwick, Warwickshire
2023.10 - Current
- Regularly support children with diverse learning needs on School trips and in the classroom.
- Adapt activities and communication to every individuals abilities.
- Facilitate One on One sessions.
Warehouse Assistant (Part Time)
Covenco
Banbury, Oxfordshire
2023.05 - 2024.07
- met daily picking, tagging, and labelling targets with accuracy.
- Processed stock deliveries and safely operated pallet handling equipment.
- Maintained clean and organised work areas to comply with inspection standards.
Volunteer Outdoor Leader
Local Primary School
Hornton, Oxfordshire
2018.01 - 2021.12
- Supervised Groups and children whilst helping lead their nature-based Learning
- Assisted with outdoor environmental activities for children aged 5 to 11
- communicated adaptively and adapted individual learning styles to keep all children engaged and safe.
Farm Hand (volunteer)
The Warriner School
Bloxham, Oxfordshire
2016.09 - 2021.05
- supported farm maintenance, assisting with the daily care of animals.
- worked collaboratively with staff and volunteers
- developed reliability, adaptability, and a strong work ethic in a hands-on environment.
Education
Degree - Zoology
University of Exeter (Penryn Campus)
Falmouth, Cornwall 2023.09 -
Diploma of Higher Education (Distinction) - Applied Science Extended Diploma Level 3
City of Oxford College
Oxford 2021.09 - 2023.05
GCSEs - Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Animal Care, Maths, French, English, Geography
The Warriner School
Banbury 2016.09 - 2021.05
Skills
- Flying light aircraft (PPL)
- Animal Husbandry
- Research
- Ecological surveying
- Communication skills and Teamwork
- Reliability
- Outdoor education delivery
- Child engagement and safeguarding awareness
- Working with special needs children
- Data recording and analysis
- Creativity and innovation
- Adaptability and problem-solving
- Engaging diverse audiences
- Navigation, map reading
- Outdoor Safety awareness
- Strong work ethic
- Enthusiasm
- Physical stamina
- Drivers licence pending
Timeline
Volunteer Support (Special Needs School)
Local SEN School
2023.10 - Current
Degree - Zoology
University of Exeter (Penryn Campus)
2023.09 -
Warehouse Assistant (Part Time)
Covenco
2023.05 - 2024.07
Diploma of Higher Education (Distinction) - Applied Science Extended Diploma Level 3
City of Oxford College
2021.09 - 2023.05
Volunteer Outdoor Leader
Local Primary School
2018.01 - 2021.12
Farm Hand (volunteer)
The Warriner School
2016.09 - 2021.05
GCSEs - Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Animal Care, Maths, French, English, Geography
The Warriner School
2016.09 - 2021.05