Claire Sutherland
Worthing,West Sussex
Summary
I am a compassionate Baby Room Leader with talent for nurturing young children and fostering safe, supportive environment. Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork skills, coupled with deep understanding of child development and care. Dedicated to creating positive and enriching atmosphere that promotes growth and well-being for every child.
I have a personal insight into autism, social communication difficulties and developmental trauma, dealing with the behaviours and challenges that go along with them. I would love to use these experiences to help and support other children.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Baby room leader
Puddleducks Day Nursery
WORTHING, West Sussex
2023.08 - Current
- Reported concerns regarding children's welfare promptly, adhering to safeguarding protocols.
- Upheld hygiene standards in playrooms, minimising health risks.
- Communicated with parents and carers to complete termly assessments on child development.
- Updated risk assessments regularly, prioritising children's wellbeing.
- Ensured child safety by consistently following policies and EYFS guidelines.
- Assisted babies during meal times to encourage healthy eating habits.
- Planned diverse activities promoting all developmental areas, tailored to children’s needs.
- Key person for up to 11 babies.
Early Years Practitioner
Little Rascals Day Nursery
Worthing, West Sussex
2022.08 - 2023.08
- Ensured optimal support for child development through daily care.
- Executed key worker responsibilities by planning and documenting observations.
- Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed records.
- Accompanied small groups on outings to enhance practical learning experiences.
- Provided first aid and completed compliance documentation.
- Cared for infants, managing nap schedules and changing nappies.
- Safeguarded children by escalating concerns to senior staff appropriately.
Manager and Planning Co-ordinator
Rocketeers childcare
Worthing, WSX
2019.09 - 2022.08
- Organising, and preparing planning for all sites within the company.
- Running a setting and working with the senior management team.
- Completing observations and planning activities to help support development and meet the EYFS.
- Ensuring children are safe and happy within our care.
- Assessing risks and making sure the site and resources are suitable and safe for the children, and ensuring all staff follow policies and procedures and that safeguarding is always practiced.
- Preparing and serving healthy snacks whilst practicing food hygiene in line with government guidelines.
- Administering first aid and filling out relevant documents and liaising with parents and other professionals involved with the children.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator),
Busy Bees Training
Worthing 2019.03 - 2021.10
Btec Level 2 - Health and social care.
Chichester College
Chichester 2005.09 - 2006.06
Level 2 - Reginal adult pathways programme
Chichester College
Chichester 2006.09 - 2007.06
Level 2 - Literacy
Chichester College
Chichester 2005.09 - 2006.06
GCSEs - GCSE
Boundstone Community College
Lancing, West Sussex 1999.09 - 2003.06
Level 2 - Numeracy
Chichester College
Chichester 2005.09 - 2006.07
Skills
- Knowledge of early childhood education
- Understanding of autism spectrum disorders
- Child development insights
- Use of positive reinforcement
- Experience with learning challenges
- Behavioural support methods
- Protocols for child protection
- Monitoring child progress
- Proficiency in basic computer tasks
- Children's activity planning
- Discretion and confidentiality practices
- Flexibility to individual requirements
- Daily routine creation
- Comforting techniques for distressed children
Timeline
Baby room leader
Puddleducks Day Nursery
2023.08 - Current
Early Years Practitioner
Little Rascals Day Nursery
2022.08 - 2023.08
Manager and Planning Co-ordinator
Rocketeers childcare
2019.09 - 2022.08
NVQ Level 3 - Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator),
Busy Bees Training
2019.03 - 2021.10
Level 2 - Reginal adult pathways programme
Chichester College
2006.09 - 2007.06
Btec Level 2 - Health and social care.
Chichester College
2005.09 - 2006.06
Level 2 - Literacy
Chichester College
2005.09 - 2006.06
Level 2 - Numeracy
Chichester College
2005.09 - 2006.07
GCSEs - GCSE
Boundstone Community College
1999.09 - 2003.06