Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
Timeline
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Gemma Mooney

Manchester ,Manchester

Overview

1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Child minder

Self employed
Heywood , Manchester
06.2007 - Current
  • Provided home-based childcare for up to 6 children daily.
    Created a safe, welcoming learning space through play-based activities.
    Completed daily risk checks, records, and personal documentation for each child.
  • Ensured children felt happy, safe and secure by monitoring behaviour continuously, promptly managing change when necessary or reporting concerns to parents.
  • Managed daily routines including drop-offs, pick-ups, nap times, and meal times efficiently.
  • Kept house clean during childminding activities by clearing mess after activities, maintaining excellent client satisfaction.

Nursery nurse

Bay tree nursery Middleton
Middleton , Manchester
06.2003 - 07.2007
  • Planned unique, engaging messy play activities to encourage children's sensory development.
  • Facilitated engaging learning activities designed to promote early literacy and numeracy skills in a playful environment.
  • Cleaned and sanitised play areas and equipment for excellent health and hygiene standards.
  • Planned and delivered play activities with structure and enthusiasm, encouraging group participation.
  • Administered first aid and managed minor injuries, maintaining a calm and reassuring presence for children.
  • Targeted activities and games to suit children's ages and abilities.
  • Observed children at play and during learning periods to identify concerns and informed parents of serious issues.
  • Guided children's social development through balanced approach involving learning and free play.
  • Created fun resources for children to aid learning and development.
  • Monitored children's progress through regular observations and assessments, providing feedback to parents and caregivers.
  • Monitored progress and development, keeping clear, accurate observations and reports to feed back to parents.
  • Entertained children with games, stories and age-appropriate films.

Live-Out Nanny

Joanne
Oldham , Manchester
06.2003 - 05.2005
  • Communicated with parents to provide daily feedback about child's development and progress.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties related to the children, including laundry, tidying play areas, and organising bedrooms.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with parents and children to win trust.
  • Promoted good behaviours using positive reinforcement.
  • Met child's hygienic needs by changing nappies, helping with hand washing and potty training.
  • Conducted light housekeeping duties related to the children, including laundry, room tidying, and organising play areas.
  • Provided healthy meals and snacks to meet children's dietary needs.
  • Cleaned house, including laundry, sweeping and mopping.
  • Took children on outings to local parks and playgroups, encouraging play with others.
  • Entertained children with games, stories and age-appropriate films.
  • Maintained open and transparent communication with parents regarding children's progress and any concerns.
  • Organised groceries and shopping for family with approved item list.
  • Kept detailed records of children's development, milestones, and daily activities for parental review.
  • Supervised children while parents were on multi-day trips.

Night nanny

The fed
Salford , Manchesterv
06.2002 - 05.2003

Delivered attentive overnight newborn care and followed nightly routines.
Completed timely night feeds and nappy changes to support healthy routines.
Bathed and dressed babies, then prepared daytime feeds for consistency.
Guided babies into routines and answered family concerns during shifts.
Completed daily cleaning and washing duties to maintain hygienic care spaces.

  • Cleaned house, including laundry, sweeping and mopping.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Child care

Hopwood Hall College
Rochdale
2002

Skills

  • Early years development
  • Safeguarding procedures
  • Behaviour management
  • Paediatric first aid
  • Child nutrition
  • Risk assessment
  • Activity planning
  • Daily recordkeeping
  • Hygiene management
  • Calm under pressure
  • Confidential handling
  • reliable and trustworthy
  • Outstanding communication
  • Housekeeping
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Patience and calmness

Certification

  • [Type] Licence
  • Level [Number] [Area of certification]

Interests

  • Going to the gym
  • going out with friends
  • spending time with my family

Timeline

Child minder

Self employed
06.2007 - Current

Nursery nurse

Bay tree nursery Middleton
06.2003 - 07.2007

Live-Out Nanny

Joanne
06.2003 - 05.2005

Night nanny

The fed
06.2002 - 05.2003

Diploma of Higher Education - Child care

Hopwood Hall College
Gemma Mooney