- Forest walks with my dog
- Jigsaws
- Making celebration cards
- Socialising with family & friends
- Taking care of my garden
Gail Johnson
Northwich,Cheshire
Summary
Dedicated Early Years Assistant with strengths in child development and behaviour management. Facilitates engaging learning experiences that promote social skills and positive interactions among children. Creates a safe and nurturing classroom environment that fosters exploration and supports individual growth. Knowledgeable [Job Title] experienced in classroom environments and student relations. Follows teacher direction to help class move smoothly between lessons and activities. Always ready to assist with student and teacher needs.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Years Assistant
Miss K Hart
Altrincham, Cheshire
09.2024 - 01.2026
- Supervised children during outdoor play and organised physical activities that promoted health and fitness.
- Assisted children in developing social skills through guided peer interaction and cooperative play.
- Implemented hygiene and safety protocols to ensure a healthy classroom environment.
- Utilised positive behaviour management strategies to maintain a respectful and productive classroom atmosphere.
- Kept classroom tidy to maintain appearance and support cleanliness and quality standards.
- Prepared classroom materials and set up learning stations that encouraged exploration and inquiry.
- Planned engaging lessons to encourage learning through play, stories and games.
- Organised classroom spaces and materials to help teacher prepare for lessons.
- Encouraged children's self-expression through art, music, and drama activities.
- Supported early years learners in developing foundational skills through engaging and interactive activities.
- Encouraged student interaction to develop positive learning and socialisation experiences.
- Enhanced student wellbeing by encouraging health, safety and good behaviour.
- Created a safe and nurturing classroom environment conducive to learning and child development.
- Moved with children between classes, keeping students in line and minimising disruptions.
- Prepared classrooms for lessons by setting workspaces, distributing teaching material and loading presentations onto interactive whiteboards.
- Facilitated focused group and individual sessions to enhance student understanding while prioritising health and safety protocols.
- Assisted in organising school events and extracurricular activities, promoting community involvement.
- Supported student development by facilitating individual reading sessions and homework.
- Prepared indoor and outdoor spaces for recreational activities to support children's physical health and development.
- Monitored social interactions and modelled positive choices to improve connections and reduce conflicts.
- Fostered student engagement in group settings to enhance social interaction while prioritising safety and sensitivity to diverse needs.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines to safeguard children.
- Prepared nutritious snacks and meals, considering dietary requirements and preferences to promote healthy eating habits.
- Supported early learning through play-based activities, encouraging creativity and exploration in children.
- Employed creative storytelling and interactive reading sessions to enhance language development and literacy skills.
- Engaged with parents and guardians during pick-up and drop-off times, providing updates on child's day and progress.
- Assisted in the organisation and supervision of school outings, ensuring child safety and engagement with the wider community.
- Supervised children during activities and play, helping maintain safety and proactively address behavioural problems.
Private Nanny
Karen Fox
Altrincham, Cheshire
01.2017 - 02.2025
- Foster open and transparent communication with parents regarding children's progress and any concerns.
- Engaged children through interactive games, quizzes, and puzzles to foster learning and creativity.
- Coordinated children's medical, dental, and grooming appointments to ensure timely care and well-being.
- Implemented consistent bedtime routines to enhance children's health and well-being through adequate rest.
- Facilitated completion of homework and supervised school projects to foster timely task completion and enhance educational engagement.
- Facilitated completion of homework assignments, including modelling projects, reading books, and math papers, to enhance academic performance.
- Facilitated educational activities that promote intellectual growth in children.
- Craft nutritious meals for children according to specified dietary plans and requirements.
- Cultivated respectful and harmonious household environment through reinforcement techniques that foster positive behaviour.
- Created engaging resources for children to enhance learning and development.
- Coordinated daily schedules to optimise management of school pickups, extracurricular activities, and appointments.
- Documented daily records of children's individual activities, behaviours, meals, and naps to ensure comprehensive tracking of development.
- Curate wholesome meals and snacks to fulfil children's dietary requirements.
- Facilitated enriching outings to parks, museums, and libraries, enhancing children's educational experiences.
- Coordinated grocery shopping for family by managing approved item list effectively.
Private Nanny
Casey Bergman
Chorlton, Manchester
09.2014 - 12.2016
- Boy aged 3yrs Boy aged mths
Private Nanny
Joanna Thornicroft
Timperley, Cheshire
04.2010 - 09.2014
- Boy 5yrs Boy 8 mths
Private Nanny
Elizabeth Lavelle
Hale, Cheshire
09.2005 - 01.2009
- Boy 8yrs Boy 5yrs Girl 1yr
Private Nanny
Shahla Hannan
Timperley , Cheshire
05.2003 - 09.2005
- Boy 5yrs Boy 9mths
Private Nanny
Paula Davitt Chambers
Hale, Cheshire
02.1998 - 06.2001
- Girl 4yrs Boy birth Girl birth
Private Nanny
Jennifer Raffle
Altrincham, Cheshire
09.1997 - 02.1998
- Boy 3yrs Boy birth
Private Nanny
Paula Davitt Chambers
04.1994 - 09.1997
- Girl 8mths
Private Nanny
Ann Black
09.1986 - 04.1994
- Boy 18mths Boy birth
Education
Childcare
South Trafford College
Altrincham, TRF01-1986
Skills
- Child development Knowledge 0-13yrs
- Behaviour management techniques
- Nutritional meal planning
- Education activity planning/ homework assistance
- Strong communication skills
- Experience working with additional & special needs
- Classroom organisation
- Safety protocols
- Confidentiality
Certification
Clean Driving Licence
Businness Car Insurance
Level 3 Award Paediatric First Aid (2024)
Food & Hygeine Level 1 & 2
Enhanced DBS
Safeguarding Training
Interests
Professional Summary
- Compassionate and professional Private Nanny with almost 4 decades of experience in all aspects of childcare. Strong passion for working with children of all age groups finding reward in being a huge part of their development. Maintaining an organised schedule and routine. I’ve had the pleasure of being part of so many beautiful families.
Timeline
Early Years Assistant
Miss K Hart
09.2024 - 01.2026
Private Nanny
Karen Fox
01.2017 - 02.2025
Private Nanny
Casey Bergman
09.2014 - 12.2016
Private Nanny
Joanna Thornicroft
04.2010 - 09.2014
Private Nanny
Elizabeth Lavelle
09.2005 - 01.2009
Private Nanny
Shahla Hannan
05.2003 - 09.2005
Private Nanny
Paula Davitt Chambers
02.1998 - 06.2001
Private Nanny
Jennifer Raffle
09.1997 - 02.1998
Private Nanny
Paula Davitt Chambers
04.1994 - 09.1997
Private Nanny
Ann Black
09.1986 - 04.1994
Childcare
South Trafford College