Kt Smith Email & Phone Number

Manchester, Gb

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Bolton, England, United Kingdom

Experience in:-A variety of surveys including nocturnal, NBW, PRA, breeding bird, PEA-Onsite duties including collecting eDNA, soil and dropping samples, setting up and replacing statics, checking reptile mats-Desk studies-Report writing e.g. PEA, PRA, method statements, BNG baseline-Use of specialty equipment e.g. echo meters, cameras, statics-Analysing bat calls and camera footage with use of Anabat and Kaleidoscope -Related admin tasks such as ordering local data records, processing SD cards, preparing survey equipment-Completing BNG/habitat baseline with use of COREO

-Developed a new volunteer role to enhance visitor experience at a flagship reserve to empower and inspire the public to be invested in nature conservation-Provide resources, training, toolkits and education opportunities for community gardens, allotments, youth groups, charities and schools to build nature connectedness-Use behaviour change science to encourage pro-environmental behaviour -Investigate and tackle barriers to participation with green spaces -Offering wildlife friendly gardening consultations to schools, allotments, community groups, families and individuals, whilst appreciating accessibility to space, budget and resources-Develop a 'Wilder Nottinghamshire Network' of people across the county taking action for nature-Coordinate and deliver a variety of talks, workshops and events to raise awareness and educate on matters of conservation

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Educational and Community Engagement at Attenborough Nature Centre.-Generated income by delivering high-quality engagement opportunities available to all visitors, including school groups, community groups, birthday parties, families and individuals (e.g. pond dipping, bird watching, bug surveys, plant identification).-Responsible for the Engagement portion of SLA's across Nottinghamshire.-Lead on birthday parties, Wild Tots, Wild Kids and Holiday Clubs (event coordination and delivery).-Production and provision of resources, trails and activities suitable for all visitors.-Assisted in the delivery of large-scale events for children and their families.-Designed and delivered fundraising activities e.g. well being walks and wreath making classes.-Co-hosted and delivered informative webinars to a variety of audiences.-Liaised with colleagues and stakeholders to design and deliver corporate 'Wild Work' days and wellbeing days.

Manchester, United Kingdom

- Communicated with prospective students, promoting the university and answered any enquiries on student life and pursuing further education in the field of natural sciences- Led a small group of students (5-10) on campus tours and ensured that their day stayed on schedule.- I also worked with several of my team members to design and deliver taster-lab sessions (thirty minutes) to a large group of potential students.In particular was a session on the model organism Drosophila Melanogaster and its uses in biological research. Responsibilities included preparing a presentation, designing activities and worksheets and preparing the correct apparatus (including the flies).- Volunteered to maintain the open day stand for my degree programme single-handedly. Liaised with my degree programmer to determine the design of the stall and the information that should be provided. Assessed the success of the open day each year and suggested improvements to my superiors.

Manchester, United Kingdom

- Assisted with the running of Animal Research days at the University, with the aim of promoting the use of ethical animal research, it's history, and it's uses within medicine and the natural sciences to visiting sixth form students from nearby underprivileged colleges.- Supported the senior lecturers with laboratory sessions on chick embryo development and bone marrow extraction. This involved aiding students with the laboratory practical, encouraging debate on animal research and answering any enquiries on student life and ethical laboratory practises. - Supervised a group of students and teachers (10-15) and ensured that the day ran smoothly and efficiently.

Bat Licence Training

Phase 1 Habitat Mapping, Ecology, Pass (Pass/Fail)

-Uses of Phase 1 surveys -Types of habitats -How to make a Phase 1 Map

Pass (Pass/Fail), Certa Level 3 Award In Community Organising, Tbc

- Understanding of the values, principles and processes of community organising - Introduction to underlying theories which inform.

Msc Biodiversity And Conservation, Zoology/Animal Biology, Distinction (Dean'S List - 72%)

Modules: Summer Project in Partnership with Chester Zoo, UK (72%) Practical Conservation with the National Trust Biodiversity.

Bachelor’S Degree, B.Sc (Hons) Biology With Science And Society, 2:1

Activities and Societies: Zoology society, Acapella society

Foundation Degree, Life Sciences

I undertook a foundation course in 'Life Sciences' at The University of Manchester, which I successfully completed. This allowed me.

Secondary School And Sixth Form College

Activities and Societies: Student Council, Nottinghamshire Geography Quiz Team, Drama group A Levels: Biology, Geography, Psychology.