
Jessica Boddy
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About me
Assistant Ecologist | MSc Wildlife Conservation and BSc Zoology graduate
Education

Chosen Hill Secondary School
2012 - 2016GCSE 5 Bs, 5Cs
University of the West of England
2023 - 2023Master 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 - 2021Bachelor's degree Zoology/Animal Biology First ClassDeveloped 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 - 2018Level 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 2018Sales 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 2018Sales 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 2021Residential Bars and Catering Assistant
Nov 2019 - Nov 2020Student Partner
Aug 2020 - Sept 2020Student Ambassador
Sept 2019 - Oct 2019

Unibuddy
Nov 2019 - Jul 2021Unibuddy 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 2020Steward 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 2020Temporary 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 2021Team 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 2021Seasonal 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 2024Visitor 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 - nowAssistant consultant ecologist
Sept 2024 - nowSeasonal assistant ecologist
May 2024 - Sept 2024
Licenses & Certifications
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Career Smart: Take Control of Your Future
University of ReadingSept 2020 
University of Reading Red Award
University of ReadingOct 2020.webp)
Qualifying member
Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)Jul 2024.webp)
Full UK Driving License
Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)May 2022
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Jessica BoddyWorld 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 BoddyBronze Duke of Edinburghs award - 2016
Volunteer Experience
Cole Museum of Zoology Volunteer
Issued by University of Reading on Oct 2019
Associated with Jessica BoddySTAR Mentor Volunteer
Issued by University of Reading on May 2019
Associated with Jessica BoddyVolunteer
Issued by Noah's Ark Zoo Farm on Aug 2019
Associated with Jessica BoddyVolunteer
Issued by Cheltenham Festivals on Jun 2019
Associated with Jessica BoddyVolunteer
Issued by Vale Wildlife and Rehabiliation Centre on Dec 2017
Associated with Jessica BoddyResearch Assistant
Issued by Operation Wallacea on Jul 2021
Associated with Jessica Boddy
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