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
2019.04 - 2025.05
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
2018.07 - 2019.04
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
2013.07 - 2018.07
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
2019.04 - 2025.05
Childcare & Education Practitioner
Meadows Nursery
2018.07 - 2019.04
Childcare & Early Education Practitioner
North Edinburgh Childcare
2013.07 - 2018.07
HNC - Early Education & Childcare
Edinburgh College
NC - Early Education & Childcare
Edinburgh College