Ambili Kunnathulli
Leatherhead,Surrey
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Nursery Assistant with full-time experience caring for children aged 6 months to 4 years. Skilled in delivering age-appropriate activities, supporting early learning in line with the EYFS framework, and creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build trusting relationships with children, parents, and colleagues. Committed to promoting children’s development, wellbeing, and positive behaviour.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Lifestyle coordinator
Care UK
Leatherhead, Surrey
2024.12 - Current
- Plan, organize, and deliver a variety of engaging social, recreational, and therapeutic activities tailored to residents’ individual interests, abilities, and care needs.
- Conduct regular assessments to identify residents’ preferences, social history, and personal goals to create personalized activity plans that enhance quality of life.
- Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly event schedules — including group activities, outings, celebrations, and one-on-one engagement sessions.
- Work collaboratively with the care, nursing, and kitchen teams to ensure activities align with residents’ health, dietary, and mobility requirements.
- Build strong relationships with residents, families, and staff to foster a positive, inclusive, and home-like environment.
- Encourage residents’ participation through motivation, empathy, and tailored communication strategies (including cognitive stimulation and sensory activities).
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations during all activities and outings.
- Manage and maintain activity supplies, budgets, and external community partnerships (such as entertainers, schools, and volunteers).
- Record participation, feedback, and outcomes to support continuous improvement and person-centred care planning.
- Contribute to residents’ wellbeing by promoting physical fitness, mental stimulation, social connection, and emotional support.
Nursery assistant
Treehouse Nursery School
Wanstead, Redbridge
2023.04 - 2024.12
- Worked full-time supporting the care and development of children aged 6 months to 4 years in line with the EYFS framework.
- Assisted in planning and delivering age-appropriate, play-based activities to support early learning and development.
- Maintained a safe, clean and nurturing environment, following safeguarding, health and safety, and infection-control procedures.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor play to ensure children’s wellbeing at all times.
- Supported children with personal care routines including nappy changing, toileting, handwashing, dressing and mealtimes.
- Observed children’s progress and contributed to learning journals and developmental records.
- Helped settle new children and supported them during daily routines and transitions.
- Built positive relationships with parents/carers and colleagues through clear and professional communication.
- Encouraged positive behaviour and emotional development in line with nursery policies.
- Worked closely with room leaders and key workers to meet individual needs, including children with additional needs.
- Promoted inclusion and supported children with EAL (English as an Additional Language) where required.
- Maintained confidentiality and upheld professional standards at all times.
English teacher
Queen Mary's English Medium High School
Aluva, India
2018.03 - 2023.01
- Planned, prepared, and delivered engaging English lessons in line with the curriculum and learning objectives.
- Developed students’ skills in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and communication.
- Assessed and monitored student progress through regular evaluations, assignments, and tests.
- Provided constructive feedback to students to improve academic performance and language proficiency.
- Created a positive, inclusive, and motivating classroom environment to encourage participation and learning.
- Incorporated a variety of teaching methods, resources, and technology to support diverse learning styles.
- Prepared lesson plans, teaching materials, and supplementary resources tailored to students’ needs.
- Managed classroom behaviour in line with school policies, promoting respect and discipline.
- Communicated with parents/guardians regarding student progress and addressed learning concerns.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan curriculum, school activities, and cross-disciplinary projects.
- Supported extra-curricular activities such as debate clubs, literature events, or reading programs.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, and student development.
Education
Master of Education - Education
University of west of scotland
London 2023.01 - 2024.02
Bachelor of Education - English
St.Xavier's Training College
Kerala, India 2015.06 - 2017.03
Bachelor of Arts - English
St.Xavier's College for women
Kerala, India 2006.06 - 2009.03
A-Levels -
Sree Narayana School
Kerala, India 2004.06 - 2006.03
GCSEs -
St.Joseph's school
Kerala , India 2003.06 - 2004.03
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Effective communication with children, parents, and colleagues
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Building trusting relationships with children
- Conflict resolution and emotional support
- Adaptability and problem-solving
Affiliations
- Creative activities: Crafting, painting
- Music & movement: Singing, dancing
Languages
English
Fluent
Malayalam
Native
Tamil
Intermediate
Timeline
Lifestyle coordinator
Care UK
2024.12 - Current
Nursery assistant
Treehouse Nursery School
2023.04 - 2024.12
Master of Education - Education
University of west of scotland
2023.01 - 2024.02
English teacher
Queen Mary's English Medium High School
2018.03 - 2023.01
Bachelor of Education - English
St.Xavier's Training College
2015.06 - 2017.03
Bachelor of Arts - English
St.Xavier's College for women
2006.06 - 2009.03
A-Levels -
Sree Narayana School
2004.06 - 2006.03
GCSEs -
St.Joseph's school
2003.06 - 2004.03