Fallon Nunn

Advisory Support for Nursery Site Management
Deliver personalised, one-to-one advisory coaching to Nursery Managers and leadership teams,
helping develop confident and reflective leadership skills.
Support and accompany Managers on learning walks, teaching observations, and quality assurance
reviews, providing constructive, practical feedback to improve pedagogy and leadership.
Assist nurseries in embedding sustainable, inspection-ready processes, ensuring continuous
readiness for Ofsted inspections and external quality reviews.
Provide urgent ‘parachute’ support for nurseries facing quality dips, leadership changes, or
operational challenges, delivering targeted interventions and stabilisation plans.
Lead workforce development strategies including induction programmes, succession planning, and
continuous professional development (CPD) initiatives.
Curriculum, Pedagogy & Quality Improvement
Ensure a consistently high-quality, developmentally appropriate EYFS curriculum is implemented
across all nursery settings, aligned with statutory guidance and organisational standards.
Conduct detailed learning walks, planning audits, and observational cycles to evaluate teaching
effectiveness and curriculum impact on child development.
Coach Room Leaders and Practitioners on evidence-based, practical pedagogical strategies to
increase teaching confidence and quality.
Lead internal quality assurance (QA) audits, mock Ofsted inspections, and self-evaluation processes,
collaborating with Managers to develop measurable Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs).
Monitor practice consistency and promptly address any identified gaps or dips in teaching standards
or assessment procedures.
Special Educational Needs (SEN) & Inclusion Lead
Take full responsibility for the oversight and implementation of Individual Curriculum Plans (ICP) and
Individual Education Plans (IEP), ensuring that all children are supported to meet desirable early
learning goals.
Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of SEND and Speech and Language support within nursery
curricula, aligning with the setting’s vision and children’s individual needs.

Support detailed assessments of children’s individual needs on entry to settings, identifying requirements for staff training, specialist equipment, or application for additional funding such as Early Years Access Support funding or 1:1 support workers. Develop and implement Behaviour Plans, Risk Assessments, and charts to support the management of challenging behaviours collaboratively with parents and staff. Communicate ICP and IEP targets effectively to key practitioners, collate and analyse data, records, and observations to support applications under EYASF and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Ensure “Getting to Know You” transition documents are regularly updated and shared, maintaining close liaison with parents to facilitate smooth transitions. Maintain up-to-date Health Care Plans, Allergy documentation, and other relevant care information for all children, ensuring compliance and safety. Organise SEN team meetings and liaise regularly with outside professionals, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Contribute actively to the implementation and review of Blackberries policies and procedures, especially those related to SEND, Phonics, and Speech and Language. Ensure rigorous tracking, auditing, and preparation of all child files and nursery records in accordance with quality monitoring policies. Child Protection & Safeguarding Lead Serve as the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) for Blackberries Childcare Group, providing leadership and support on all safeguarding matters across multiple settings. Lead the development, review, and consistent implementation of safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with national legislation and statutory guidance including the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and Working Together to Safeguard Children. Deliver comprehensive safeguarding and child protection training to all staff, keeping them informed of latest best practices, legislation, and regulatory requirements. Identify workforce training needs related to safeguarding and ensure ongoing development and competency in safeguarding practices. Develop and maintain safeguarding toolkits and resources tosupport staff in managing disclosures, referrals, and safeguarding concerns. Oversee safeguarding case management, providing advice, guidance, and support to staff handling disclosures, allegations, or child protection concerns. Maintain accurate documentation of all safeguarding incidents, concerns, and referrals, ensuring timely reporting to appropriate authorities and compliance with local protocols. Liaise regularly with multi-agency safeguarding hubs (MASH), children’s social care, local authorities, and other external agencies as required. Conduct safeguarding audits, risk assessments, and inspections across settings to monitor compliance and identify areas for improvement. Support settings during Ofsted inspections, ensuring safeguarding readiness and effective policy implementation. Lead serious case reviews or safeguarding incident investigations in collaboration with relevant agencies. Advocate for children’s safeguarding needs at local safeguarding boards and forums, representing the organisation and sharing best practice. Promote a positive, mentally healthy workplace culture that values reflective practice, staff wellbeing, and respectful professional relationships. Managed funding data importation Funding & Financial Compliance Lead Manage the accurate importation, reconciliation, and validation of funding data from providers via online portals and databases. Clarify data discrepancies with providers and make necessary amendments to ensure data integrity and accurate financial records. Oversee the preparation and timely submission of payment schedules related to various funding streams, including Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP), Disability Access Fund (DAF), SENIF+, Children in Care (CIC), Looked After Children (LAC), EHCP & Inclusion Fund, and manage cross-border funding policies. Advise and support Nursery Managers on funding eligibility, processes, and compliance with local authority guidelines. Keep nursery billing systems updated with term dates, Early Years funding rates, and local authority changes. Process Early Years funding claims accurately and in accordance with local authority schedules. Track and reconcile outstanding funding payments, promptly addressing any discrepancies. Maintain meticulous funding records for audit purposes and financial governance. Operational Excellence & Parent Engagement Ensure all nurseries provide a safe, hygienic, and stimulating environment for children, meeting all health and safety standards. Collaborate with Nursery Managers to oversee curriculum planning at long, medium, and short-term levels, ensuring alignment with EYFS and children’s progress towards learning goals. Support the monitoring and evaluation of daily programme delivery and staff performance through supervision, appraisals, and development planning. Facilitate effective communication and partnership with parents/carers through newsletters, events, and involvement initiatives, promoting transparency and community engagement. Ensure all nursery policies and documentation are current, accurately disseminated, and understood by staff. Coordinate child transitions, behaviour management plans, and maintain SEND and child protection records securely and accurately. Quality Stabilisation & Crisis Support Provide rapid ‘parachute’ support to settings experiencing quality dips or leadership absences. Deliver targeted coaching, training, and intervention programmes to facilitate urgent quality improvements. Support new or transitioning settings in quickly establishing consistent practice and confident leadership. Operational & Curriculum Management Ensure high-quality teaching standards by overseeing staff training, debriefing, and child stimulation practices in all settings. Monitor curriculum planning at all levels (long-term, medium-term, daily), ensuring alignment with EYFS and children’s progress towards learning goals. Collaborate with Nursery Managers to plan daily nursery activities and monitor programme delivery. Oversee systems for observations, record keeping, and evaluation to maintain accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness. Support staff supervision, appraisal processes, and identification of professional development needs. Facilitate parental engagement through effective communication strategies, newsletters, and involvement initiatives. Ensure safety, hygiene, and environment standards are maintained consistently across all 4 settings. Conduct policy audits, maintain up-to-date documentation, and ensure staff awareness and compliance. Coordinate child transitions, health, behaviour plans, and SEN/child protection information management. Work with training coordinators and senior teams to enhance curricula, support new initiatives, and drive continuous improvement through action plans.

• Lead and support the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care and education.
• Submitting all Funding applications across Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Northamptonshire councils for the group.
• Overseeing SEN applications and submitting any funding claims
• Overseeing EYPP for the settings discussing with setting managers and pre school teams to review individual needs to remove barriers of learning to close the gap between them and their peers
• Assist the Nursery Manager in overseeing daily operations and deputise in their absence.
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursery staff, conducting observations and providing coaching where needed.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory requirements, including Ofsted standards.
• Monitor the quality of teaching and learning, promoting the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate learning activities that support children's development.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, providing regular updates on children's progress and addressing concerns professionally.
• Carry out staff inductions, training, and performance reviews to support professional development.
• Oversee children's observations, assessments, and learning journals, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping.
• Promote an inclusive environment that supports children with additional needs and diverse backgrounds.
• Manage staffing levels, daily room ratios, and staff deployment to meet legal requirements.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of high-quality childcare practitioners.
• Monitor and maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment.
• Ensure nursery policies and procedures are consistently implemented by all staff.
• Manage inventory, resources, and equipment to ensure the nursery is well stocked and organised.
• Respond effectively to accidents, incidents, and safeguarding concerns, following appropriate reporting procedures.
• Foster a positive team culture through effective communication, leadership, and collaboration.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to achieving nursery goals and inspection readiness.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection requirements.
• Act as a positive role model, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to delivering outstanding childcare.

• Lead and support the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care and education.
• Lead my team during our OFSTED inspection in February 2023 in receiving Outstanding in all areas
• Assist the Nursery Manager in overseeing daily operations and deputise in their absence.
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursery staff, conducting observations and providing coaching where needed.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory requirements, including Ofsted standards.
• Monitor the quality of teaching and learning, promoting the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate learning activities that support children's development.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, providing regular updates on children's progress and addressing concerns professionally.
• Carry out staff inductions, training, and performance reviews to support professional development.
• Oversee children's observations, assessments, and learning journals, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping.
• Promote an inclusive environment that supports children with additional needs and diverse backgrounds.
• Manage staffing levels, daily room ratios, and staff deployment to meet legal requirements.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of high-quality childcare practitioners.
• Monitor and maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment.
• Ensure nursery policies and procedures are consistently implemented by all staff.
• Manage inventory, resources, and equipment to ensure the nursery is well stocked and organised.
• Respond effectively to accidents, incidents, and safeguarding concerns, following appropriate reporting procedures.
• Foster a positive team culture through effective communication, leadership, and collaboration.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to achieving nursery goals and inspection readiness.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection requirements.
• Act as a positive role model, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to delivering outstanding childcare.

• Day to Day admin duties, processing new starters, changes, holiday requests
• Updating registers
• Invoicing all families for the group
• Welcoming new families
• Processing and submitting funding submissions for two councils
• Answering and queries and supporting families
• Running debt reports

• Oversee the overall management and daily operations of the nursery, ensuring high-quality childcare and education.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the nursery team, fostering a positive and professional working environment.
• Ensure full compliance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), safeguarding legislation, and Ofsted requirements.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to maintain exceptional standards of care, learning, and safety.
• Induct, train, supervise, and appraise staff, supporting their ongoing professional development.
• Manage staff rotas and ensure appropriate staffing ratios are maintained at all times.
• Monitor the quality of teaching and learning, ensuring activities promote children's development and school readiness.
• Maintain accurate records, including children's assessments, staff files, safeguarding documentation, and regulatory paperwork.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers, addressing enquiries, concerns, and feedback professionally.
• Lead safeguarding practices by ensuring all staff understand and follow child protection procedures.
• Oversee health and safety, risk assessments, fire safety, and hygiene standards throughout the nursery.
• Manage the nursery budget through wish lists
• Maintain the nursery invoices for childcare fees
• Maintain occupancy levels by promoting the nursery and supporting admissions and enrolment processes.
• Ensure resources, equipment, and learning environments are safe, stimulating, and well maintained.
• Support children with additional needs by working collaboratively with parents and external professionals.
• Monitor children's progress and ensure observations and assessments are completed to a high standard.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and prepare the nursery for Ofsted inspections.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with local schools, health professionals, and community organisations.
• Resolve staff and parent issues effectively, maintaining a positive and inclusive nursery culture.
• Ensuring safeguarding concerns are managed appropriately.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, GDPR, and all relevant childcare regulations.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive.
• Support the team through continuous improvement through regular audits, team meetings, and implementation of best practice.

• Lead and support the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring high standards of care and education.
• Assist the Nursery Manager in overseeing daily operations and deputise in their absence.
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursery staff, conducting observations and providing coaching where needed.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory requirements, including Ofsted standards.
• Monitor the quality of teaching and learning, promoting the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate learning activities that support children's development.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, providing regular updates on children's progress and addressing concerns professionally.
• Carry out staff inductions, training, and performance reviews to support professional development.
• Oversee children's observations, assessments, and learning journals, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping.
• Promote an inclusive environment that supports children with additional needs and diverse backgrounds.
• Manage staffing levels, daily room ratios, and staff deployment to meet legal requirements.
• Established strong parent relationships to promote transparent communication about their child's learning journey
• Monitor and maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment.
• Ensure nursery policies and procedures are consistently implemented by all staff.
• Manage inventory, resources, and equipment to ensure the nursery is well stocked and organised.
• Respond effectively to accidents, incidents, and safeguarding concerns, following appropriate reporting procedures.
• Foster a positive team culture through effective communication, leadership, and collaboration.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to achieving nursery goals and inspection readiness.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection requirements.
• Act as a positive role model, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to delivering outstanding childcare.

• Support children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development through age-appropriate activities.
• Supervise children to ensure their safety and well-being at all times.
• Assist with daily routines such as meals, toileting, dressing, handwashing, and rest times.
• Plan and prepare engaging play and learning activities that promote development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help children develop social skills and independence.
• Observe children's progress and report any concerns or achievements to senior staff.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating environment by following health and safety procedures.
• Follow safeguarding and child protection policies, reporting concerns promptly.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers about children's daily activities and progress.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide high-quality childcare and learning experiences.
• Support children with additional needs, ensuring inclusive participation in activities.
• Prepare and organise learning materials, toys, and equipment.
• Created caring bonds with children for comfort and safety within nursery.
• Follow nursery or childcare setting policies, including confidentiality and data protection.
• Promote healthy eating, hygiene, and positive lifestyle habits.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development to maintain high standards of care.

• Maintained comprehensive records of each child's progress; noted developments at regular intervals.
• Delivered high-quality childcare by maintaining a safe, clean and nurturing environment.
• Enhanced children's social development for improved interaction skills
• Supported individual learning needs of each child by implementing personalised strategies and plans.
• Implemented nursery policies consistently; maintained standards expected by management team.
• Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for healthier eating habits amongst children.
• Organised classroom resources to maintain a welcoming and age-appropriate learning environment..