Macey Smith
Ashford,Kent
Summary
A dedicated and motivated 23-year-old Child Psychology graduate with a strong commitment to supporting the emotional and developmental well-being of children. Extensive experience working with young people has enabled the development of a patient, empathetic, and reliable approach, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates a passion for creating safe and supportive environments that allow children to thrive, with a commitment to applying evidence-based practices to impact the lives of children and their families positively. Eager to continue professional development within a psychology-focused role, contributing meaningfully to child development and wellbeing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work history
Therapeutic Care Worker
ChildhoodFirst- Greenfields House
Ashford, Kent
2025.01 - 2026.01
- As a therapeutic care worker, I have completed CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training, equipping me with the skills to safely manage challenging behaviours and support the emotional well-being of ten children in my care.
- I also facilitated supervised family contact, ensuring visits are conducted in a safe and structured way to promote positive relationships.
- Additionally, I provide day-to-day care for the children, attending to their physical, emotional, and developmental needs. I foster a nurturing and consistent routine to encourage growth, confidence, and asense of security.
- Liaised effectively with multidisciplinary team membersand ensured seamless provision of care services.
- Established strong rapport with patients through effective communication skills resulting in an atmosphere of trust and respect.
Nursery Practitioner
Ashford Play Nursery
2021.01 - 2025.01
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and carers; kept them informed about their child's achievements and areas for improvement.
- Ensured a safe, nurturing environment for children through consistent supervision and careful monitoring of play areas.
- Delivered high-quality childcare services, ensuring a comforting atmosphere for all attendees.
- Managed child behaviour effectively, resulting in harmonious learning environments.
- Enhanced emotional development of children with use of empathy-focussed group activities.
- Prepared daily activity schedules that promoted fun-filled learning experiences for children.
Seasonal Activity Leader
Kingswood Summer Camps
2022.01 - 2024.01
- Provided support to individuals struggling with tasks, demonstrating patience and understanding.
- Organised creative sessions to foster a positive environment.
- Ensured adherence to rules during activities, promoting fair play amongst members.
- Demonstrated flexibility whilst managing diverse groups with varying interests and abilities.
- Encouraged active participation from all members during sessions, fostering an inclusive environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child's progress in the programme.
- Managed conflicts within the group, maintaining a harmonious atmosphere.
Sales Assistant
Clarks Outlet
2019.01 - 2021.01
- Utilised excellent communication skills to provide detailed product information.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, keeping store operation seamless during peak hours.
- Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously whilst maintaining high-quality customer care.
Education
GCSE's -
2014.01 - 2019.01
I attended a Grammar school, achieving passes in all subjects, including a Grade 6 in both Mathematics and English, equivalent to a high B grade.
Level 3 Technical Diploma - Early Years
2019.01 - 2021.01
I achieved a B grade which involved extensive placement work alongside academic study. This course strengthened my hands on experience working with children, improving key skills in observations and planning activities to support children's learning and development in a professional setting.
Bachelors Degree - Child Psychology
2022.01 - 2025.01
I achieved a 2:1 overall, which helped deepen my understanding of child development, behaviour and emotional wellbeing. My dissertation explored parenting styles, mind-mindedness and children's development through a quantitative study examining how parental insights shapes children's emotional and behavioural outcomes.
Skills
- Creative
- Empathetic
- Patient
- Strong communication
- Organised
- Emotionally intelligent
- Resilience in stressful situations
- Communication with families
- Disability understanding
- Safety procedures implementation
- Personality disorder treatment experience
- Psychodynamic understanding
- Multicultural competency
- Psychological research methods
Timeline
Therapeutic Care Worker - ChildhoodFirst- Greenfields House
2025.01 - 2026.01
Seasonal Activity Leader - Kingswood Summer Camps
2022.01 - 2024.01
Canterbury Christchurch University - Bachelors Degree, Child Psychology
2022.01 - 2025.01
Nursery Practitioner - Ashford Play Nursery
2021.01 - 2025.01
Sales Assistant - Clarks Outlet
2019.01 - 2021.01
Ashford College - Level 3 Technical Diploma, Early Years
2019.01 - 2021.01
Highworth Grammar School - GCSE's,
2014.01 - 2019.01
Certification
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Level 3 Emergency First Aid
References
References available upon request.