Diane Watkinson

• Assisted students to reach social development milestones.
• Assessed special needs students within learning environments to determine and produce appropriate learning action plans.
• Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, contributing to provide feedback, raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
• Planned and arranged classrooms effectively, consistently promoting the inclusion of equal access to learning and development opportunities.
• Collaborated with the manager to achieve organisational goals.
• Managed daily operations for smooth running of the office.
• Facilitated staff meetings, leading to improved collaboration.
• Conducted performance evaluations, enhancing individual employee development.
• Assisted in budget management to control costs effectively.
• Supervised team members for optimal task completion.
• Provided guidance to junior staff, fostering professional growth and development.
• Addressed customer issues with compassion and professionalism, ensuring swift, successful resolution.

• Maintained clean, safe play environments, disinfecting toys and surfaces regularly.
• Supervised and cared for children using enthusiastic communication to maintain engagement.
• Designed educational activities for young children in line with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Maintained accurate learning journey records, sharing updates with parents and carers for cohesive childcare.
• Applied paediatric first aid and managed incidents with calm and composure.
• Delivered rich learning opportunities for children with diverse abilities.
• Prepared functional facilities and learning resources in collaboration with room leader.
• Promoted emotional and social development of children, encouraging learning through play and sensory activities.
• Planned creative activities to motivate and inspire children.
• Updated online learning journals with excellent systems knowledge.
• Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Created stimulating learning environments to motivate educational engagement and development.

• Offered emotional support during challenging situations whilst respecting student's personal space and emotions.
• Assisted in creating individualised education plans to cater to each student's unique needs.
• Encouraged participation by adapting tasks according to each student's capabilities.
• Helped organise outdoor activities to boost physical health and social skills amongst the pupils.
• Fostered an inclusive classroom atmosphere by promoting empathy, acceptance and respect among peers.
• Assisted in managing classroom behaviour by implementing effective discipline strategies tailored to individual needs.
• Adapted teaching methods based on individual learning styles leading to enhanced comprehension.
• Helped children with eating, dressing and other aspects of personal care while encouraging independence.
• Prepared additional learning resources and aids to promote inclusivity in learning.
• Escorted and supervised students on educational visits and out-of-school activities.

Delivering and teaching first aid to adults and children, in workplace environments.

• Managed team of 10 staff members within nursery setting.
• Covering within another nursery setting.
• Supervised and cared for children using enthusiastic communication to maintain engagement.
• Maintained clean, safe play environments, disinfecting toys and surfaces regularly.
• Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
• Supervised and supported children during meal times with strict attention to detail to mitigate risks.
• Planned creative activities to motivate and inspire children.
• Updated online learning journals with excellent systems knowledge.
• Designed educational activities for young children in line with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
• Prepared functional facilities and learning resources in collaboration with room leader.
• Applied paediatric first aid and managed incidents with calm and composure.