Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
Additional Information
Timeline
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Carol Edeson

Carol Edeson

Summary

Experienced in Children's Centre services with strong communication skills and a commitment to professionalism. Demonstrated reliability through punctuality and preparedness for meetings. Engaged in continuous professional development, including training in First Aid, safeguarding, and customer service. Maintains a polished appearance and a proactive attitude in all responsibilities.

Overview

37
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Leeds City Council
Leeds, West Yorkshire

Childrens Centre Manager
11.1988 - 04.2026

Job overview

Executed leadership and management of multiple Children’s Centres to enhance service quality.

Established effective line management systems for staff across centres, ensuring accountability.

Delivered comprehensive services aligned with Children Centre Core Offer, reporting to stakeholders accordingly.

Collected and analyzed data to drive continuous improvement and monitor children’s progress.

Evaluated learning opportunities to address attainment gaps among vulnerable groups effectively.

Facilitated partnerships with parents and professionals to enhance service delivery and engagement.

Implemented performance management framework, producing reports demonstrating service advancements.

Managed budgets in compliance with regulations, ensuring sustainability of centre operations.

  • Administered first aid and handled emergencies with composure, safeguarding children's well-being at all times.
  • Maintained stringent health and safety standards, safeguarding children and staff alike.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of child protection legislation and guidelines, safeguarding children from harm.
  • Understood and complied with organisations' procedures for promoting and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults' welfare.
  • Make referrals to other services as appropriate and manage risk in complex cases where there are issues of safeguarding children.
  • Maintained compliance with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding children's welfare and promoting high standards of care.
  • Supported children with special educational needs, adapting activities to ensure full participation and enjoyment.
  • Monitored compliance with data protection laws and regulations, safeguarding customer information confidentiality.

Education

University of leeds
Leeds

Bachelor of Arts from BA Honours in Early Childhood studies
2008

University Overview

  • Coursework in [Area of expertise]family support
  • Coursework in [Area of expertise] theory of different practices in Early Childhood
  • Dissertation in [Area of expertise] Domestic abuse
  • 2:2 Graduate

Skills

  • Relationship management
  • Operations management
  • Centre operations
  • Customer relations

Certification

  • [Type] Licence

Interests

  • I enjoy being outside and walking my dog
  • I am a social person and enjoy meeting new people
  • I am organised
  • I have excellent time keeping
  • I have a "can do attitude" and enjoy learning
  • I have a clean and tidy appearanc

Additional Information

Additional Information
  • I am looking forward to moving to Ampleforth full time in April 2026, I have recently bought a property in the village and am now looking for employment locally.

Timeline

Childrens Centre Manager
Leeds City Council
11.1988 - 04.2026
University of leeds
Bachelor of Arts from BA Honours in Early Childhood studies
Carol Edeson