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Colette Nicholson

Edinburgh,Midlothian

Summary

Reliable, enthusiastic, conscientious and hardworking with over ten years experience in childcare and social care, I am now looking for an opportunity to change my career path into hospitality. I feel the skills in both my previous roles are transferable and I have a flexible and adaptable attitude to working hours and any tasks.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work history

Personal Assistant

Social Care Alba
Edinburgh , Midlothian
04.2019 - 05.2025

I provided support and assistance to individuals in their own homes across Edinburgh. Tasks included housekeeping, personal health care, mobility, medication, and social support.

Childcare & Education Practitioner

Meadows Nursery
Edinburgh, Midlothian
07.2018 - 04.2019

Provided safe, stimulating,and nurturing environments for young children supporting their developmental learning. Engaged the children in both play and educational activities.

Childcare & Early Education Practitioner

North Edinburgh Childcare
Edinburgh, Midlothian
07.2013 - 07.2018

Promoted the learning, development and all round well-being of children by identifying and meeting their care, support, play and learning needs. Planned, delivered,and evaluated age appropriate informal learning activities using all the Scottish curriculums.

Education

HNC - Early Education & Childcare

Edinburgh College
Edinburgh
06.2013

NC - Early Education & Childcare

Edinburgh College
Edinburgh
06.2012

Skills


  • Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team
  • Strong time management and organisational skills
  • High standards of hygiene
  • Good communication and customer service

Timeline

Personal Assistant

Social Care Alba
04.2019 - 05.2025

Childcare & Education Practitioner

Meadows Nursery
07.2018 - 04.2019

Childcare & Early Education Practitioner

North Edinburgh Childcare
07.2013 - 07.2018

HNC - Early Education & Childcare

Edinburgh College

NC - Early Education & Childcare

Edinburgh College
Colette Nicholson