Skye Hothersall
Derby
Summary
Dedicated wildlife rehabilitation specialist with extensive expertise in handling techniques, health checks, and parasite detection. Proficient in infection control protocols and therapeutic care, ensuring the well-being of both exotic and large animals. Demonstrates strong communication skills with veterinarians and a commitment to continual learning. Skilled in animal behaviour understanding, medication administration, and post-operative care. Aims to enhance animal welfare through reliable record-keeping and adherence to animal legislation.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Kennel assistant
Ash Farm Boarding Kennels
Derby
- Ensured thorough cleaning of kennels to maintain optimal living conditions.
Catered to the dietary and medical requirements of animals under supervision.
Organised enrichment activities and exercise routines for improved animal health.
Acquired skills in hydrotherapy for canine rehabilitation.
Animal care volunteer
Broomfield Animal College
Derby
- Participated in the care of various animals over Christmas break, ensuring clean enclosures.
Provided fresh food and water while assisting in animal enrichment activities.
Walked larger animals for regular exercise and gained practical experience in hoof cleaning.
Animal care volunteer
RSPCA Burton
Burton
- Sanitised animal enclosures, performed behavioural observations, facilitated animal socialisation efforts, and gained an understanding of the adoption process.
Animal care assistant
RSPCA- Derby
Derby
01.2022 - 11.2025
- Conducted health checks on animals to ensure optimal well-being.
- Monitored animal behaviour for signs of illness or discomfort.
- Maintained clean habitats and enclosures to promote hygiene standards.
- Assisted veterinary staff with ongoing medical care and treatments.
- Engaged in play and exercise routines to encourage physical activity among animals.
- Prepared food according to dietary requirements for different species.
- Led meet-and-greet sessions with potential adopters to facilitate successful placements.
- Supported fundraising efforts to enhance resources for the animal shelter.
Education
Advanced Technical L3 - Animal Care Management
Derby College
Derby 01.2022 - 01.2025
Animal care L2 Diploma - Animal care
Derby College
Derby 09.2021 - 08.2022
GCSEs - GCSE
Landau Forte College
Derby 09.2016 - 08.2021
Skills
- Wildlife rehabilitation
- Handling techniques mastery
- Health check proficiency
- Parasite detection
- Familiarity with animal legislation
- Patient with anxious animals
- Animal behaviour understanding
- Infection control protocols adherence
- Therapeutic care capabilities
- Kennel operations familiarity
- Reliability and dependability
- Record-keeping accuracy
- Parasite control knowledge
- Animal restraint aptitude
- Exotic species care
- Communicative with veterinarians
- Physical examination proficiency
- Pet first aid certified
- Continual learning commitment
- Animal diet knowledge
- Medication Administration
- Animal health checks
- Post-operative care
- Animal grooming
- Large animal care
- Exotic animal care
- Dangerous behaviour management
References
- Leanne, Leanne.bojko@rspcaderby.org.uk
- Sam, Ashby, Sam.ashby@derby-college.ac.uk
Timeline
Animal care assistant
RSPCA- Derby
01.2022 - 11.2025
Advanced Technical L3 - Animal Care Management
Derby College
01.2022 - 01.2025
Animal care L2 Diploma - Animal care
Derby College
09.2021 - 08.2022
GCSEs - GCSE
Landau Forte College
09.2016 - 08.2021
Kennel assistant
Ash Farm Boarding Kennels
Animal care volunteer
Broomfield Animal College
Animal care volunteer
RSPCA Burton