Joanna Norris
London
Summary
As a long standing employee in childcare, I have observed and gained a vast amount of knowledge and experience within the 21 years I have been working within education. I have seen and experienced many changes and adaptations within the educational sector which has further broadened my knowledge and skills. Within this time, I have developed great partnerships with parents, guardians and colleagues as well as great relationships with the children under my care.
I am a mother of three sons (Jack 31, Oliver 26 & Sam 21) and now also a grandmother of Baby Sonny. In my current position as a nursery practitioner, I have obtained ongoing training to update and refresh my skills and knowledge. I have real passion for working with children and being a part of their development and progression through their early years of education.
In my current position as a nursery practitioner, I have obtained ongoing training to update and refresh my skills and knowledge. Training includes:
Safeguarding
Prevent Training
First Aid
I have real passion for working with children and being a part of their development and progression through their early years of education.
Interests outside of work include:
Enjoying spending time with my family and new first grandson
Spending time with friends
Reading
Listening to music
Going to the theatre
Walking my dog.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Pre-School Practitioner/Deputy Manager
Elgin Pre School, Selbourne House 36a Elgin Avenue
London
09.2008 - Current
My role as an early year’s educator includes planning/managing the playroom and observing children’s progress and insuring each child is safeguarded. I work alongside a small team of five assistants. My role as deputy manager also includes having a positive parent partnership and day to day running of the preschool. Also, my duties include making sure DBS checks are updated and checked regularly, also working with health visitors and SALT in regard to children’s EHCP’s. I also monitor and update the Westminster funding portal
Learning Support Assistant
St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School
London
09.2003 - 10.2004
Educational Welfare Assistant
St Georges RC School Lanark Road Maida vale Lon
London, London
05.2002 - 09.2003
Education
Maria Fidelis Convent School
London 09.1985 - 09.1991
Skills
Communication Skills
- Speaking clearly with children of different ages
- Listening attentively to children, parents, and colleagues
- Explaining instructions in an age-appropriate way
- Writing simple observations and reports
- Monitoring children to ensure their safety
- Identifying potential hazards
- Following safeguarding and child protection procedures
- Understanding basic health and safety practices
- Planning and preparing activities
- Managing routines such as meals, naps, and playtimes
- Keeping records accurate and up to date
- Maintaining clean and organised learning spaces
- Responding appropriately to minor injuries
- Understanding hygiene practices
- Assisting with feeding, toileting, and personal care when required
- Knowing emergency procedures
- Reliability and punctuality
- Responsibility and accountability
- Positive attitude
- Respect for confidentiality
- Cultural awareness and inclusivity
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pre-School Practitioner/Deputy Manager
Elgin Pre School, Selbourne House 36a Elgin Avenue
09.2008 - Current
Learning Support Assistant
St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School
09.2003 - 10.2004
Educational Welfare Assistant
St Georges RC School Lanark Road Maida vale Lon
05.2002 - 09.2003
Maria Fidelis Convent School
09.1985 - 09.1991