Jessica Boddy

Sales Assistant

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Brockworth, England, United Kingdom

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Timeline
About me
Assistant Ecologist | MSc Wildlife Conservation and BSc Zoology graduate
Education
- Chosen Hill Secondary School
  2012 - 2016
  GCSE 5 Bs, 5Cs
- University of the West of England
  2023 - 2023
  Master of Science - MS Advanced Nature Conservation in Practice Distinction with merit
  - Communication for conservation - Advanced ecosystem conservation in practice - Advanced species conservation in practice - Innovation and enterprise for conservation - Conservation research methods - Conservation research project
- University of Reading
  2018 - 2021
  Bachelor's degree Zoology/Animal Biology First Class
  Developed in-depth zoological skills and knowledge through various modules including: Ecology, Biodiversity, Animal behaviour, Animal diversity, Conservation Biology, Marine Biology and Vertebrate and Invertebrate zoology. Completed a dissertation titled: the elephant in the room: what do we know about museum elephants? which looked at surveying and understanding elephant specimens in natural history collections worldwide.
- Hartpury University and Hartpury College
  2016 - 2018
  Level 3 Extended Diploma Animal Mangement D*D*D*
  Gained animal science and husbandry knowledge and practical skills through working with the Hartpury Animal Collection on various sections (reptile, aquatic, birds, and rodents).
Experience
- Debenhams
  Jan 2016 - Jan 2018
  Sales Assistant
  - Offered advice and information to customers about products, completed online orders and dealt with customer enquires - Assisted in training new sales assistants in the team - Operated tills and stock replenishment - Worked in various departments including the café
- Tripp Ltd
  Jan 2017 - Jan 2018
  Sales Assistant
  - Developed specific product knowledge - Product promotion, stock management, and display - Worked independently - Worked to meet specific targets and deadlines
- UoR Campus Jobs
  Sept 2019 - Jul 2021
  - Mentor to year 12 students, answering questions and advising about university study and life.- Communicating with mentees via the Brightside online platform - Customer service- Operating tills and cash handling - Working with academics to develop and provide feedback for autumn term teaching and improve the quality of student experience- Represented Zoology and collaborated with other student partners with a main focus of keeping and maintaining course structure and the sense of community with the move to online/in-person blended learning - Helped new students starting university by answering their questions, directing them to buildings and services, assisted with the setup and running of events- Also led accommodation tours on visit days
  - Reading Scholar
    Dec 2019 - Jul 2021
  - Residential Bars and Catering Assistant
    Nov 2019 - Nov 2020
  - Student Partner
    Aug 2020 - Sept 2020
  - Student Ambassador
    Sept 2019 - Oct 2019
- Unibuddy
  Nov 2019 - Jul 2021
  Unibuddy Student Ambassador
  - Answer applicant and prospective students questions about the University of Reading- Wrote blog posts about student life
- The Association for Science Education
  Jan 2020 - Jan 2020
  Steward at 2020 Annual Confernce
  - Interacted with delegates and speakers. Assisted with general enquires and IT help. - Helped with the set-up and running of the event
- British Garden Centres
  May 2020 - Dec 2020
  Temporary seasonal assistant
  - Helping during the Covid-19 pandemic to ensure the centre is safe for customers- Assisting with plant care and maintenance - Providing good customer service
- Elephant Family
  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
  Team Leader
  - Worked for the CoExistence campaign, an environmental art exhibition of 100 life size lantana elephants in London Royal Parks - Motivating and supporting volunteers, engaging with visitors, promoting the charity and assessing the success of the project
- Keystone Environmental Ltd.
  Aug 2021 - Sept 2021
  Seasonal Field Surveyor
  - Developed ecological survey skills assisting with bat surveys monitoring roost egress points associated with trees on potential development sites
- Bristol Zoo Project
  Dec 2021 - Apr 2024
  Visitor Experience Host
  - Work as part of the visitor experience team providing an exceptional and engaging service for all visitors across the site including in retail, admissions, car park, and grounds work
- Wildwood Ecology | Certified B Corporation™
  May 2024 - now
  - Assistant consultant ecologist
    Sept 2024 - now
  - Seasonal assistant ecologist
    May 2024 - Sept 2024
Licenses & Certifications
- Career Smart: Take Control of Your Future
  University of Reading
  Sept 2020
  View certificate
- University of Reading Red Award
  University of Reading
  Oct 2020
- Qualifying member
  Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)
  Jul 2024
- Full UK Driving License
  Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
  May 2022
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Jessica Boddy
  World Challenge experdition to Malawi World Challenge Jul 2016 - Fundraising projects, completed a 5-day trek up Mount Mulanje, developed teamwork, leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills, volunteered in a local school, taught English and renovated facilities.
- Awarded to Jessica Boddy
  Bronze Duke of Edinburghs award - 2016
Volunteer Experience
- Cole Museum of Zoology Volunteer
  Issued by University of Reading on Oct 2019
  Associated with Jessica Boddy
- STAR Mentor Volunteer
  Issued by University of Reading on May 2019
  Associated with Jessica Boddy
- Volunteer
  Issued by Noah's Ark Zoo Farm on Aug 2019
  Associated with Jessica Boddy
- Volunteer
  Issued by Cheltenham Festivals on Jun 2019
  Associated with Jessica Boddy
- Volunteer
  Issued by Vale Wildlife and Rehabiliation Centre on Dec 2017
  Associated with Jessica Boddy
- Research Assistant
  Issued by Operation Wallacea on Jul 2021
  Associated with Jessica Boddy