Carrie Butcher
Sheffield,UK
Summary
I am a dedicated, compassionate and self-motivated professional with extensive experience in management and team leadership. I demonstrate a strong ability to supervise and manage time effectively. I am committed to fostering a positive and productive atmosphere, leveraging skills in time management techniques to achieve organisational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
26216
26216
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Cleaning Operative
The Terminus Initiative
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
12.2022 - Current
- Executed daily cleaning tasks across various sites to uphold hygiene standards.
- Maintained buildings and replenished supplies to ensure operational efficiency.
- Ensured proper disposal of waste and recycling to promote environmental responsibility.
- Adhered to established safety protocols and guidelines to mitigate risks.
Nursery Manager and SENCo
Nursery Manager and SENCo
Sheffield
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of nursery, ensuring a safe and stimulating learning environment.
- Managed a team of over 15 staff members to maintain high standards of care.
- Acted as SENCo and DSL, addressing specific educational needs and safeguarding responsibilities.
- Supported sister nursery during recruitment phase for managerial position.
- Ensured compliance with regulations by adhering to policies and procedures.
- Implemented curriculum plans in line with EYFS, prioritising children's well-being and development.
- Conducted recruitment, supervision, and performance evaluations of staff members.
- Handled invoicing and funding processes, ensuring OFSTED readiness for nursery operations.
- Led team meetings effectively to discuss developmental concerns or improvements in teaching strategies.
- Dealt calmly with emergency situations, ensuring overall safety of children and staff members.
- Administered first aid when required, guaranteeing child safety at all times.
- Handled recruitment process for new staff, ensuring best fit for nursery needs.
- Coordinated with external agencies for additional support services as needed by children or families.
- Managed parental concerns professionally whilst maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Answered phone calls and emails , responding to prospects questions quickly and clearly.
Lead Early Years Practitioner and SENCo
Barnardo's
Sheffield
09.2018 - 06.2023
- Led team of eight early years practitioners to enhance educational delivery.
- Oversaw safeguarding practices as deputy safeguarding lead, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Managed support for 65 children, including 28 requiring additional assistance.
- Implemented strategies for children with speech and language plans, ASD, FAS, DLD, and GDD.
- Trained staff on developing MYPLANS and EHCPs, facilitating understanding of Sheffield support grid.
- Ensured timely access to funding for children with EHCPs and DLA, maintaining up-to-date records.
- Tracked resource and staffing expenditures through detailed spreadsheets.
- Maintained adherence to SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation to uphold best practices.
Volunteer Community Support Worker
Sheffield City Council
Sheffield, Sheffield
05.2013 - 02.2023
- Volunteered for Community Support Worker Service with Sheffield City Council from 2011 to 2021.
- Provided essential support for an 89-year-old housebound client, assisting with shopping and cleaning.
- Facilitated life skills development and acted as advocate when required.
- Took on role of next of kin to ensure client welfare.
- Transitioned to paid position upon youngest child's school start, utilising parenting experience.
- Appointed as temporary part-time Early Years Practitioner at Barnardos Little Greenhouse Nursery in 2018.
- Achieved permanent status as Lead Practitioner and SENCo due to demonstrated competence.
Education
Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare (EYP) - Early Years Education
The Open University
SheffieldAward for Special Educational Need Co-ordinators - Early Years
A Level Or Equivalent
SheffieldUnderstanding Common Childhood Illnesses - Childcare
Level 2
SheffieldChildren and Young People's Workforce - Education
Level 2
SheffieldUnderstanding Behaviour That Challenges - Special Educational Needs
Level 2
SheffieldUnderstanding Specific Learning Difficulties - Special Educational Needs
Level 2
SheffieldUnderstanding Autism - Special Educational Needs
Level 2
SheffieldCaring for Young People - Education
Level 2
SheffieldUnderstanding Young People's Mental health - Mental Health
Level 2
SheffieldCertificate in Adult Numeracy - Functional Skills
Level 2
SheffieldCertificate in Counselling Skills - Mental Health
Level 2
SheffieldCertificate in Adult Literacy - Functional Skills
Level 2
SheffieldPsychology - Mental Health
GCSE
SheffieldSkills
- Management
- Team leadership
- Experience with children
- Nursery experience
- Supervising experience
- Time management techniques
- Self-Motivated drive
- Organisation and prioritisation
- DBS on the Update Service
Certification
- Speak up for Sheffield 06/25
- Sheffield Safeguarding DSL Training 02/25
- Safer Recruitment 02/25
- The Learning Walk, 01/24
- In the Moment Planning, 01/24
- The Role of the Mental Health Lead, 01/24
- Designated Fire Safety Officer, 01/24
- Safe Sleep Course, 02/23
- Paediatric First Aid, 09/2023
- Food Safety 2023
- FGM 02/23
- Mentoring and Train the Trainer, 01/23
- Designated Health and Safety Officer, 01/23
- Leadership and Management, 01/23Child Protection, 01/23
- GDPR in Early Years, 01/23
- Professional Boundaries in the Working Environment, 01/23
- Makaton Levels 1-4 03/21
- Understanding Society 05/20
- Assertiveness and Decision Making Skills 06/08
Affiliations
- Im my spare time I enjoy reading and spending time with my children.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursery Manager and SENCo
Nursery Manager and SENCo
06.2023 - 07.2025
Cleaning Operative
The Terminus Initiative
12.2022 - Current
Lead Early Years Practitioner and SENCo
Barnardo's
09.2018 - 06.2023
Volunteer Community Support Worker
Sheffield City Council
05.2013 - 02.2023
Diploma in Early Learning and Childcare (EYP) - Early Years Education
The Open University
Award for Special Educational Need Co-ordinators - Early Years
A Level Or Equivalent
Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses - Childcare
Level 2
Children and Young People's Workforce - Education
Level 2
Understanding Behaviour That Challenges - Special Educational Needs
Level 2
Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties - Special Educational Needs
Level 2
Understanding Autism - Special Educational Needs
Level 2
Caring for Young People - Education
Level 2
Understanding Young People's Mental health - Mental Health
Level 2
Certificate in Adult Numeracy - Functional Skills
Level 2
Certificate in Counselling Skills - Mental Health
Level 2
Certificate in Adult Literacy - Functional Skills
Level 2
Psychology - Mental Health
GCSE
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