Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Certificates And Clearances
Certification
Availability
References
Timeline
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Violet Whitelaw-Swift

Geeveston,TAS

Summary

I am a motivated, caring, and reliable 17-year-old student living in Geeveston, Tasmania. With experience in customer service, babysitting, farm work, and volunteering, I bring strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for helping both people and animals. I’m currently seeking a casual or part-time role where I can continue developing my skills while contributing positively to a team. I am available to work weekends, public holidays, and weekday afternoons after 5 p.m.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer/Animal Caretaker

Kermandie Ridge Farm Sanctuary
01.2023 - Current
  • Help care for rescued animals including feeding, cleaning, and enrichment
  • Support open days and community events, engaging visitors with animal stories
  • Show empathy, respect, and commitment to animal welfare

Babysitter / Farm Hand

Self employed
Geeveston, TAS
01.2022 - Current
  • Ensured safety, routine, and enjoyment while caring for young children.
  • Supervised meals, bedtime, and various activities for optimal development.
  • Assisted with farm duties, including feeding animals and providing general care.
  • Exemplified responsibility and trustworthiness in diverse environments.

Event Volunteer

Hobart Easter Egg Hunt
Hobart, TAS
04.2024 - 04.2024
  • Facilitated setup and execution of children's activities to enhance engagement.

Customer Service Assistant

IGA
Geeveston, Australia
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Greeted and assisted customers with purchases and inquiries
  • Operated cash registers and EFTPOS systems with accuracy
  • Maintained store cleanliness and product displays
  • Built confidence in working independently and as part of a team

Education

Year 11 Student -

Saint Michael’s Collegiate School
Hobart, TAS
07.2025

Year 8 Student -

Huonville High School
Huonville, TAS
12.2022

Year 7 Student -

Alice Springs Steiner School
Alice Springs, NT
12.2021

Primary School -

Ross Park Primary School
NT
12.2020

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Accustomed to customer service
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Organisational skills
  • compassionate
  • Child and animal experience
  • Independent work confidence
  • Team collaboration
  • Composure under pressure
  • Willingness to learn
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Strong work ethic

Hobbies and Interests

  • Animal rescue and care
  • Volunteering and helping others
  • Reading and Learning
  • Being outdoors and active

Certificates And Clearances

  • First Aid Certificate, Current
  • Working With Children Check (WWCC), Valid in Tasmania

Certification

  • First Aid Certificate
  • Working with Children Card

Availability

Weekends and Public Holidays: All day 

Week days: Available from 5:00pm onward

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Event Volunteer

Hobart Easter Egg Hunt
04.2024 - 04.2024

Volunteer/Animal Caretaker

Kermandie Ridge Farm Sanctuary
01.2023 - Current

Customer Service Assistant

IGA
01.2023 - 01.2024

Babysitter / Farm Hand

Self employed
01.2022 - Current

Year 11 Student -

Saint Michael’s Collegiate School

Year 8 Student -

Huonville High School

Year 7 Student -

Alice Springs Steiner School

Primary School -

Ross Park Primary School
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