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Fiona Dixon

Durham,Durham

Summary

Level 6 qualified Early Years Practitioner. Nurturing social, creative and educational development in children. Applies proven expertise in child behaviour management to provide safe, positive classroom spaces for enriching learning experiences.

Dedicated to educational and emotional growth for optimal child development. Skilled in using exceptional communication skills to build positive, productive relationships with children and families.

Compassionate professional 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 a positive impact on young people's lives.

Skilled at producing differentiated lessons to cater for a wide range of learning abilities. Possesses in-depth knowledge of child development and psychology and is dedicated to maximising student potential through positive, personalised care and education.

Dedicated to supporting the emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work history

Early Years Practitioner

Education World
Durham, Durham
01.2021 - Current
  • Cared for babies and young children from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
  • Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
  • Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
  • Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
  • Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
  • Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
  • Helped children learn numeracy skills using counting games.

Early Years Educator

Emerald Little Gems
Durham, Durham
06.2015 - 01.2021
  • Created a safe environment for staff and children, constantly adhering to health and hygiene requirements.
  • Maintained a tidy, organised environment to facilitate optimal learning outcomes.
  • Facilitated child progress tracking by maintaining accurate records in Tapestry.
  • Prepared healthy, nutritious meals and snacks daily, following safe food handling procedures.
  • Developed curiosity and independence, encouraging children to actively play and explore.
  • Ensured high-quality education and care for children, receiving Grade 1 in all Ofsted inspection categories.
  • Participated in training to meet educational standards and appropriate legal requirements.
  • Enabled smooth nursery operations by preparing and maintaining learning and play resources.
  • Delivered stimulating indoor and outdoor learning activities for children aged 0–5 years.
  • Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
  • Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
  • Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies

New College Durham
Durham
09.2022 - 06.2023

Foundation Degree in Arts - Childhood Studies and Professional Practice

New College Durham
Durham
09.2020 - 06.2022

Skills

  • Childhood development reporting
  • Lesson and activity planning
  • Inclusive learning techniques
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Parent and caregiver relations
  • Curriculum knowledge
  • Behaviour management
  • Special needs assistance
  • Individual and group instruction
  • Activity planning
  • Progress monitoring

Timeline

Bachelor of Arts - Childhood Studies

New College Durham
09.2022 - 06.2023

Early Years Practitioner

Education World
01.2021 - Current

Foundation Degree in Arts - Childhood Studies and Professional Practice

New College Durham
09.2020 - 06.2022

Early Years Educator

Emerald Little Gems
06.2015 - 01.2021
Fiona Dixon