Mermaid5

My Summary

My Experience

I have the ability to understand and empathise, showing sensitivity with children in my care and using my re-assuring manner to make sure that their individual needs are met
I have an excellent inter-personal skills and can communicate with people from varied backgrounds
My excellent telephone manner is evidenced by my improved sales record with PSE Publications Ltd.
ICT skills with training and experience of Microsoft Office programs
Over 10 years use of Makaton Sign Language

I am able to work in a flexible manner at short notice if required or if necessary, for example, activities over the Christmas period
I can work as part of a team, or alone actively committed to the smooth running of the nursery
Reliable and dependable working in a calm and efficient manner
Self-motivated, adaptable and versatile able to adapt to the immediate of the situation

In addition to my extensive experience, I have successfully completed a number of training courses gaining such skills as Makaton Sign Language, How to Handle Children with Autism, Safeguarding Children and How to Deal with Bereavement and Loss.

My Qualifications

1991 – 1992 Cricklade College, Andover
City& Guilds Initial and Regional Stage 1 Certificate in Teaching
City & Guilds Teaching Basic Communication Skills
1995 – 1997 Worcester College of Technology
BTEC National Certificate in Nursery Nurse
Introduction to High Scope
2000 – 2003 Elizabeth Fitzroy In-house training:-
Neglect and Abuse, Introduction to Intensive Interaction, Objects of Reference
Challenging Behaviour, Total Communication (Makaton Levels 1 & 2)
Skills in Communication, Moving and Handling, Person Centred Approaches.
2006 Sixth Form College, Worcester
Level 2 Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
2008 Onside Advocacy
Training to become an Advocate – ONC Advocacy
2009 - Present In-house Training with Unitots
Introduction to Safe-guarding in Childcare, Embedding the EYFS-5 – Over the Rainbow,
Through Our Eyes – EYFS, Introduction to Bereavement and Loss,
Introduction to Autism, Sign-along Training (British Sign Language), Food Hygiene.

My Availability

Available most days/evenings. Please phone to check my immediate availablity.

Available to do complete weekends if required.

My Fees

£7.50 per hour - £10.00 per hour after midnight