Debbie Ramsay
Broxburn,West Lothian
Summary
Compassionate individual with extensive experience working with children in early years setting. Develops and maintains strong partnerships with parents and carers to facilitate day-to-day caring of children. Committed to making positive impact on young people's lives. Nurturing social, creative and educational development in children. Applies proven expertise in child behaviour management to provide safe, positive spaces for enriching learning experiences.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work history
Early years practitioner/ manager
City of Edinburgh Council
Edinburgh
2020.08 - Current
- Liaised closely with external agencies such as social services and heslth visitors, providing comprehensive support for individuals in need.
- Observed and recorded child behaviour to identify developmental issues.
- Fostered parent-child relationships through regular communication about progress and concerns.
- Provided emotional support to distressed children, ensuring a comforting environment.
- Dealt swiftly with challenging behaviour, ensuring minimal disruption to daily routine.
- Built strong rapport with parents during pick-up and drop-off times encouraging open communication about child's progress.
- Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
- Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs.
- Supported children with toilet training to aid physiological development
- Reported on developmental progress to quickly identify and meet additional educational needs.
Nursery practitioner
West Lothian Council
Broxburn
2013.03 - 2020.06
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings, fostering strong communication channels between nursery and home environments.
- Assessed individual learning needs of each child; tailored teaching methods accordingly.
- Ensured a safe, nurturing environment for children through consistent supervision and careful monitoring of play areas.
- Incorporated songs and rhymes into daily routines, enhancing toddlers' speech abilities.
- Provided support during meal times, encouraging balanced diets for better health.
- Developed stronger language skills in children by implementing creative storytelling sessions.
- Observed children at play to monitor behaviour and social interactions, intervening in serious conflicts.
Nursery practitioner
Little Flyers Nursery
Broxburn
2003.08 - 2014.02
- Enhanced emotional development of children with use of empathy-focussed group.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and carers; kept them informed about their child's achievements and areas for improvement.
- Planned creative activities to motivate and inspire children.
- Role-modelled desired behaviours, habits and actions.
- Advised parents on how to manage disruptive or unsocial behaviours at home.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Studies
University of Dundee
Dundee09.2020
SVQ Level 3 - Early Childhood Care and Education
West Lothian College
Livingston 08.2006
Skills
- Nutrition for young children
- Social development fostering
- Child-Centred approach
- Early numeracy promoting
- Child engagement
- Early literacy encouragement
- Inclusive education principles
- Special educational needs experience
- Outdoor activities coordination
- Behavioural modelling