Briony Bennett
Whitehaven,Cumbria
Summary
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Friendly and approachable individual with excellent communication skills. Builds relationships easily and encourages participation in group settings. Proactive and engaging mediator with practical health and safety knowledge.
Can take on a challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results. A loyal employee with solid understanding of training who is a dedicated team player, a hard-working nursery assistant with strong organisational skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Nursery assistant
Busy Bees
Whitehaven, Cumbria
09.2024 - Current
- Ensured quality childcare by following safety regulations strictly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety within the nursery setting, contributing to a healthier environment for children.
- Collaborated with other nursery staffs to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
- Promoted a safe and stimulating environment by managing nursery resources effectively.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents for better understanding of child's needs.
- Supported special needs children individually enhancing inclusivity within the setting.
- Helped maintain attendance records guaranteeing accuracy and efficiency.
- Created caring bonds with children for comfort and safety within nursery.
- Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
- Supervised daily activities, lunch break and rest time to monitor schedule.
- Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
- Recorded and informed manager regarding injuries and accidents.
- Informed parents and staff members regarding activity of children.
- Engaged with both children and caregivers to nurture ongoing trusting rapport.
- Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
- Redirected problematic behaviour and guided children in self-soothing and emotional regulation.
- Read stories and lead activities to help children build foundational learning skills.
- Developed positive, trusting relationships with groups of young children.
- Maintained records of children's daily activities, meals and medications administered.
- Enhanced children's social skills through organising group activities.
Nursery assistant
Little learners
Egremont, Cumbria
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided care for children, ensuring their well-being at all times.
- Supported teachers with daily routines for smoother classroom operation.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents for better understanding of child's needs.
- Promoted a safe and stimulating environment by managing nursery resources effectively.
- Promoted language development through storytelling sessions nurturing communication skills.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety within the nursery setting, contributing to a healthier environment for children.
- Enhanced children's social skills through organising group activities.
- Helped maintain attendance records guaranteeing accuracy and efficiency.
- Observed children's behaviours, providing important insights into their development stages.
- Collaborated with other nursery staffs to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
Care assistant
Always here
Workington, Cumbria
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Facilitated smooth communication between patients and medical staff, fostering understanding and trust.
- Worked closely under supervision from registered nurses contributing to efficient workflow within the facility.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring safety of all residents.
- Monitored vital signs of patients for early detection of health complications.
- Encouraged independence among patients whilst assisting them with tasks.
- Respected privacy and dignity of each resident during provision of care services.
- Documented reports on daily observations accurately, helping in keeping track of every resident's progress over time.
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing concerns of patients' families.
- Administered medication to patients, ensuring proper health management.
- Helped with personal care tasks, promoting hygiene and cleanliness amongst patients.
- Participated actively in team meetings discussing ways to improve service delivery leading to enhanced quality of life for the residents.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Submitted reports to manager regarding status of client.
- Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams and hospital departments to maintain continuity of care.
- Kept detailed records of care activities, condition changes and treatment responses.
Apprentice nursery assistant
Tamalder childcare
Mirehouse, Cumbria
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Created an inclusive environment, respecting each child's individual needs and abilities.
- Abided by all health and safety regulations within the nursery setting for secure operations.
- Supported learning through play approach, promoting holistic child development.
- Supported teachers in managing classroom behaviour effectively.
- Collaborated closely with other staff members, creating a harmonious work environment.
- Ensured safety by supervising children during playtime and naptime.
- Helped maintain records of each child's progress, providing valuable data for future planning.
- Provided comfort to distressed children, fostering emotional wellbeing.
- Participated in staff meetings to improve nursery practices and policies actively.
- Accompanied children on outdoor trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Developed strong relationships with parents for improved communication about their child's progress.
- Assisted with daily routines, instilling discipline and structure in the children's lives.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Children and young people workforce
Lakes Collage
Whitehaven 09.2017 - 06.2019
NVQ Level 2 - ECDL IT application skills (QCF)
Whitehaven Academy
WhitehavenGCSEs - Mathmatics
Whitehaven Academy
WhitehavenGCSEs - English language
Whitehaven Academy
WhitehavenGCSEs - English literature
Whitehaven Academy
Functional skills level 2 - English
Lakes Collage
WhitehavenSkills
- Patience with children
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Educational software navigation
- Special educational needs experience
- Multicultural education awareness
- Behaviour modification techniques
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Team player
- Calm under pressure
- Paediatric First Aid
- Outstanding communication
- Health and safety awareness
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Initiative taking
- Emergency response readiness
Timeline
Nursery assistant
Busy Bees
09.2024 - Current
Nursery assistant
Little learners
09.2022 - 08.2024
Care assistant
Always here
03.2020 - 09.2022
Apprentice nursery assistant
Tamalder childcare
09.2017 - 03.2020
NVQ Level 2 - Children and young people workforce
Lakes Collage
09.2017 - 06.2019
NVQ Level 2 - ECDL IT application skills (QCF)
Whitehaven Academy
GCSEs - Mathmatics
Whitehaven Academy
GCSEs - English language
Whitehaven Academy
GCSEs - English literature
Whitehaven Academy
Functional skills level 2 - English
Lakes Collage