Fionnuala Crowe
Romford,Essex
Summary
Dedicated nursery manager with expertise in child development and inclusive learning. Skilled in team management and collaboration, fostering a supportive environment for staff and children. Committed to implementing effective educational practices and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4026
4026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Nursery manager
New Hall School
Chelmsford, Essex
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinated with external agencies to support children and families.
- Collaborated with staff members to develop engaging lesson plans that enhance child development.
- Managed daily operations while ensuring compliance with ISI regulations.
- Led team meetings to discuss developmental concerns and teaching strategies.
- Managed team of 23 staff members within nursery setting.
SENDco
New Hall School
Chelmsford, Essex
09.2022 - Current
- Delivered tailored training sessions, improving staff knowledge on SEN issues.
- Offered guidance and advice to parents on educational and social matters relating to SEN students.
- Identified SEN and gifted students to provide access to extra resources and services.
- Regularly updated individual education plans according to evolving requirements of SEN students.
- Undertook regular training courses, keeping up-to-date with latest SEN practices.
Deputy Nursery Manager
New Hall Independent School
Chelmsford, Essex
09.2019 - 01.2026
- Responsible for the smooth day to day running of the Pre-School room and supporting the manager to ensure the best possible environment and care are provided to the children and staff.
- In charge of the Direct Teaching in the Pre-School room
- Instructing children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Planned and managed learning-focused, imaginative, and play-oriented activities for Pre-School children.
- Co-ordinating strong relationships with parents and carers.
- Supervising and motivating 25 employees
- Introducing new team building exercises
- Developing an effective SEN pathway, which allowed our SEN children to thrive.
Nursery Manager
The Ursuline Preparatory School
Ilford, RDB
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Promoted high standards of quality within the nursery with respect to the environment, resources and experiences offered to children.
- Ensured that practice and provision in the nursery meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and ISI.
- Ensured that children are kept safe, and that staff understand and follow Safeguarding Procedures.
- Develop open and positive working relationships with staff.
- Dealt calmly with emergency situations, ensuring overall safety of children and staff members.
- Reinforced a positive learning atmosphere with effective behaviour management techniques.
- Regularly updated child records accurately reflecting current developmental stage and any special requirements.
Pre School-Leader
St Edwards R.C. Pre School
Romford, HAV
05.2011 - 07.2017
- Responsible for providing a high quality of education and learning, ensuring that staff are properly deployed, and to offer appropriate stimulation and support to the children attending the setting.
- Responsible for drawing up long-term, medium-term, and short-term planning.
- Responsible for implementing systems of observation and record keeping so that children's progress is effectively assessed.
Room Leader
Little Cherubs
Goodmayes, RDB
07.2009 - 05.2011
- To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all children.
- To lead planning and the provision of a stimulating range of age-appropriate activities and ensuring the room is well-resourced and creatively set-up.
- To be responsible for the welfare of all children in the room, organising systems to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
- Managed team of staff to ensure effective running of the room.
- Enhanced children's learning experience by implementing creative play and interactive activities.
Education
CACHE Level 3 Diploma - Childcare and Education
Havering School of Further and Higher Education
Romford, HAVLevel 5 Diploma - Leadership for the Children and Young People's Workforce- Early Years (Advanced Practice)
City and Guilds
LondonCertsey Level 3 SENDCO qualification - Early Years
GCSE -
The Palmer Catholic Academy
Seven Kings, RDBSkills
- Team management
- Inclusive learning techniques
- Extensive knowledge of child development and pedagogy
- Leadership skills
- Communication
- Problem solving skills
- Leading staff training
Affiliations
- Travelling
- Watching sports
- Reading
Certification
Paediatric First Aid
Elkan Level 2-Supporting Gestalt language processing
Elkan Level 2- Supporting speech and language 3-5 years
Various SEN training including Autism.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursery manager
New Hall School
01.2026 - Current
SENDco
New Hall School
09.2022 - Current
Deputy Nursery Manager
New Hall Independent School
09.2019 - 01.2026
Nursery Manager
The Ursuline Preparatory School
09.2017 - 08.2019
Pre School-Leader
St Edwards R.C. Pre School
05.2011 - 07.2017
Room Leader
Little Cherubs
07.2009 - 05.2011
CACHE Level 3 Diploma - Childcare and Education
Havering School of Further and Higher Education
Level 5 Diploma - Leadership for the Children and Young People's Workforce- Early Years (Advanced Practice)
City and Guilds
Certsey Level 3 SENDCO qualification - Early Years
GCSE -
The Palmer Catholic Academy