Gayle Bartlett
Banchory,Aberdeenshire
Summary
A dedicated professional known for being friendly and approachable, with a strong eagerness to learn and a consistently positive attitude. Demonstrates core competencies in effective communication and teamwork, contributing to a collaborative work environment. Committed to personal and professional growth, aiming to leverage skills in dynamic roles that foster development and innovation.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Early years practitioner
Aberdeen City Council
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
08.1990 - 02.2026
- Integrated new students into the existing groups smoothly reducing separation anxiety.
- Developed children's language skills by organising regular storytelling sessions.
- Assisted in the planning of outdoor activities, promoting physical fitness in children.
- Enhanced learning outcomes with implementation of early years foundation stage curriculum.
- Arranged nursery room according to activity needs, maximising space usage efficiently.
- Accompanied small groups on outings or field trips for enriching practical learning experiences.
- Provided emotional support to distressed children, ensuring a comforting environment.
- Responded quickly during emergencies or accidents, guaranteeing child safety at all times.
- Followed health and safety guidelines meticulously, maintaining a safe environment for children.
- Ensured cleanliness of play areas after each use, maintaining high hygiene standards at all times.
- Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
- Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
- Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
- Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
- Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
- Helped children learn numeracy skills using counting games.
- Gave direct instructions to manage behaviour, maintaining positive learning environments.
- Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
- Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
- Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
- Built positive relationships with families, enhancing trust in care provisions.
- Safeguarded children appropriately, escalating concerns to senior staff.
- Encouraged sharing and teamwork for positive social development.
- Supported children with toilet training to aid physiological development.
- Monitored playground activity to maintain pupil safety and security.
- Celebrated student successes to encourage pride and sense of achievement.
- Devised activities to improve pupils' social, emotional and cognitive development.
- Supervised groups of children on educational excursions.
- Prepared nutritious snacks and meals to promote healthy eating habits among children.
Education
NNEB - Childcare
Nescol Campus
Aberdeen 08.1987 - 07.1989
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - O Grades
Hazlehead Academy
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City 08.1982 - 06.1987
Skills
Friendly and approachable
Eager to learn
Positive attitude
Time Management
Good communicator
Adaptability
Affiliations
Walking
Swimming
Shopping
Timeline
Early years practitioner
Aberdeen City Council
08.1990 - 02.2026
NNEB - Childcare
Nescol Campus
08.1987 - 07.1989
Scottish Qualifications Certificate - O Grades
Hazlehead Academy
08.1982 - 06.1987