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Cheryl McManus Hanwell

Leeds,West Berkshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with expertise in behaviour management, activity planning, and child safeguarding. Demonstrates strong empathy and multicultural awareness, effectively supporting special needs students and motivating reluctant learners. Proficient in risk assessment and first aid response, ensuring a safe learning environment. Committed to professional development and enhancing classroom displays to foster engaging educational experiences. Career goal: to advance inclusive education practices through innovative strategies and SEN understanding.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Manger/Director

Bright stars Leeds ltd
Leeds, West Yorkshire
11.2021 - 08.2025

Executed staff recruitment processes to build a qualified team.

Conducted safeguarding and risk assessments to ensure child safety.

Planned engaging activities for children to promote development.

Maintained up-to-date records of children's attendance for compliance.

Managed accurate financial records to support budgeting and funding.

Collaborate with parents, schools, and other professionals

  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations maintaining high standards of professionalism within the organisation.
  • Assisted children with additional needs, including autism, PDA, and ARFID.

Teaching assistant in primary school

Whinmoor St Pauls
Leeds, West Yorkshire
09.2020 - 05.2023

Facilitated small group activities to enhance children's engagement.

Assisted with behaviour management to promote a positive learning environment.

Supported children during lunch and playtime to ensure safety and well-being.

Maintained classroom organisation and displays to create an inviting atmosphere.

Provided written observations to inform planning and enhance learning outcomes.

assisted children with ICT utilisation

supported SEN children as required within classroom environment

Manager

Candy stripe inc
Leeds, West Yorkshire
11.2017 - 05.2020

Supervised staff to ensure smooth daily operations.

Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of children's attendance.

Conducted safeguarding measures and risk assessments for child safety.

Planned engaging activities and prepared healthy snacks for children.

Engage with parents, educators and other professionals

Manager of before and after school club

Fieldhead carr primary school
Leeds , West Yorkshire
01.2013 - 11.2017

Supervised staff, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and risk assessment protocols.

Planned and organised activities for holiday clubs, enhancing community engagement.

Liaised with parents, teachers, and professionals to address children's needs.

Maintained accurate financial records to support budget management.

Recorded attendance of staff and children for regulatory compliance.

Ensured adherence to food hygiene standards in all catering activities.

Provided first aid support as required, prioritising safety.

Attended training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge where necessary.


Nursery Officer

Leeds City Council
Leeds , West Yorkshire
05.1986 - 12.2011
  • Facilitated learning through creative play, story telling and art projects.
  • Fostered an inclusive environment where all the children felt valued and accepted.
  • Conducted regular meetings with parents for progress reports sharing.
  • Kept accurate records about each child's progress, aiding in parent-teacher conversations.
  • Provided first aid when necessary, ensuring quick response during accidents.
  • Maintained cleanliness in nursery facilities to provide a healthy environment for children.
  • Assessed developmental needs of children and planned appropriate interventions accordingly.
  • Ensured children's safety by constantly monitoring play areas.
  • Took part in training sessions to improve professional knowledge and skills.
  • Managed nap and snack times effectively, instilling discipline among children.
  • Set up displays reflecting current educational themes, making learning more interactive.

Education

NNEB - Childcare

Wakefield District college
Hemsworth, Wakefield
09.1984 - 06.1986

CSE's - English B , Maths C, Human biology B , physics C, sociology B , childcare

Rodillian
Wakefield
02.1979 - 06.1984

Skills

  • Behaviour management
  • Activity planning
  • Child safeguarding
  • Special needs support
  • Professional development
  • Risk assessment
  • First aid response
  • Motivating reluctant learners
  • Classroom displays creation
  • SEN understanding
  • Strong empathy
  • Multicultural awareness

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manger/Director

Bright stars Leeds ltd
11.2021 - 08.2025

Teaching assistant in primary school

Whinmoor St Pauls
09.2020 - 05.2023

Manager

Candy stripe inc
11.2017 - 05.2020

Manager of before and after school club

Fieldhead carr primary school
01.2013 - 11.2017

Nursery Officer

Leeds City Council
05.1986 - 12.2011

NNEB - Childcare

Wakefield District college
09.1984 - 06.1986

CSE's - English B , Maths C, Human biology B , physics C, sociology B , childcare

Rodillian
02.1979 - 06.1984
Cheryl McManus Hanwell