Grace Ryles
Edinburgh,Midlothian
Summary
I am a qualified Early Years Practitioner. I am Dedicated to educational and emotional growth for a child’s optimal development. I am skilled in using exceptional communication to build positive, productive relationships with children and families.
Building a positive relationships with parents is fundamental in my role. Parents are part of their child’s journey. We need to collaborate and work together for their child’s development.
I look at how I can help a child’s development and implement strategies to promote their independence socially as well as development needs In a positive behaviour.
As a Early Years Practitioner I am devoted to successfully prepare children for a full educational career.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Modern Apprentice, early years practitioner
Edinburgh Council
Edinburgh, Midlothian
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
- Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
- Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
- Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
- Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
- Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
- Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
- Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
- Discussed behavioural issues with parents offering practical solutions for improved child development.
- Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
- Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
- Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
- Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
- Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
- Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
- Served as Key Person for 1 child.
- Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
- Helped children learn numeracy skills using counting games.
Waitress Assistant
Dobbies Garden Centres
Edinburgh , Scotland
08.2019 - 11.2021
- Maintained strong knowledge of menu‘s and menu changes to competently advise allergies or diet limitations.
- Delivered outstanding customer service.
- Controlled high standards of cleanliness through out restaurant, kitchen , soft play area.
- Upheld excellent standards to create safe working environment complying with health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
- Cultivated a Team environment atmosphere and personalised customer experience.
- Kept guest tables neat and tidy by regularly clearing away dirty dishes and used glasses and wiping down surfaces.
- Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
- Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.
- Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
- Attended tables regularly to check customer needs were met, promptly processing additional food and drink orders.
Modern Apprentice, early years practitioner
Newbyers nursery
Gorebridge, Midlothian
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
- Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
- Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
- Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
- Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
- Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
- Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
- Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
- Discussed behavioural issues with parents offering practical solutions for improved child development.
- Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
- Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
- Gave direct instructions to manage behaviour, maintaining positive learning environments.
- Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
- Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
- Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
- Served as Key Person for 6 children.
- Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
- Helped children learn numeracy skills using counting games.
Sales Assistant
Warren James Jewellery
Edinburgh , Scotland
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided service with a smile, offering courteous, helpful advice to best meet customer needs.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Accepted and processed cash, cheque, card and mobile payments.
- Increased seasonal event sales through targeted selling in line with current marketing initiatives and promotions.
- Maintained impeccably high standards store presentation and hygiene through cleaning.
- Shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing, organised displays to engage customers.
- Cultivated loyal, profitable customer relationships, asking open-ended questions to assess and cater to individual needs.
- Managed till operations by promptly and precisely scanning items, processing payments and issuing receipts.
- Provided excellent sales services by offering bespoke product advice to meet exact customers needs.
- Assisted customers with product selection and sales, recommending items to increase transaction value.
- Carried out back-of-house maintenance, for clear, easy-to-navigate stockroom management.
- Used product knowledge, sales abilities and customer relations skills to drive substantial profit increases.
Education
NVQ Level 5 - Psychology
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 5 - Biology
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 5 - English
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 5 - Modern studies
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 5 - Maths
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 4 - English
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 4 - Maths
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 4 - Religious studies
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - French
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - Chemistry
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - Biology
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - Geography
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - Dance
Liberton High School
Edinburgh 08/2017 - 08/2018
SCQF level 7 - Modern apprenticeship, early years practitioner
EELCA
Edinburgh 08/2021 - 07/2023
Skills
- Childhood development reporting
- Inclusive learning techniques
- Lesson and activity planning
- Hygiene control
- Special needs assistance
- Curriculum knowledge
- Parent and caregiver relations
- Meal preparation
- Diligent supervision
- Positive reinforcement
- Medication assistance
- Behaviour management
- Site safety compliance
- Site risk assessments
- Promote effective communication
- Promote the safeguarding of children and young people
- Complete records and reports
- work within Legislation, codes of practice, standards, frameworks and guidance relevant to my work
Timeline
Modern Apprentice, early years practitioner
Edinburgh Council
08.2021 - 07.2023
Modern Apprentice, early years practitioner
Newbyers nursery
03.2021 - 07.2021
Sales Assistant
Warren James Jewellery
02.2020 - 03.2021
Waitress Assistant
Dobbies Garden Centres
08.2019 - 11.2021
NVQ Level 5 - Psychology
Liberton High School
08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 5 - Biology
Liberton High School
08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 5 - English
Liberton High School
08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 5 - Modern studies
Liberton High School
08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 5 - Maths
Liberton High School
08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 4 - English
Liberton High School
08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 4 - Maths
Liberton High School
08/2019 - 08/2020
NVQ Level 4 - Religious studies
Liberton High School
08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - French
Liberton High School
08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - Chemistry
Liberton High School
08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - Biology
Liberton High School
08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - Geography
Liberton High School
08/2017 - 08/2018
NVQ Level 4 - Dance
Liberton High School
08/2017 - 08/2018
SCQF level 7 - Modern apprenticeship, early years practitioner
EELCA
08/2021 - 07/2023
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