June Dempster
Brent ,City of London
Summary
Dedicated early childhood educator with over 30 years of experience. I had a strong focus on implementing project-based learning and a deep understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Expertise in child safety prioritisation, safeguarding and child protection protocols. Ensures a secure and nurturing environment for young learners. Providing many different artistic activities.
Managing nutritional meals for toddlers' learning and development. Proficient in administrative tasks, in record maintenance, and committed to fostering age-appropriate learning while maintaining high standards of care and communicating with the parents daily and termly on their child's development.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Room Leader
Les Petites Etoiles Bilingual ( French)
Islington , London
2017.08 - 2025.04
- Enhanced children's learning experience by implementing creative play and interactive activities.
- Led daily routines, ensuring smooth transitions between activities for minimal disruption.
- Assisted in planning and organising special events such as summer fairs or holiday parties.
- Managed team of staff to ensure effective running of the room.
Senior Nursery Practitioner
Active Learning
West Hampstead, London
2013.06 - 2024.08
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings, fostering strong communication channels between nursery and home environments.
- Collaborated closely with other practitioners to create engaging lesson plans catered to different learning styles.
- Fostered creativity amongst young learners through organised arts and crafts sessions.
- Participated actively in team meetings and trainings; stayed updated on latest childcare best practices.
- Developed stronger language skills in children by implementing creative storytelling sessions.
- Delivered high-quality childcare services, ensuring a comforting atmosphere for all attendees.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's progress, facilitating personalised care and learning plans.
- Promoted inclusivity within the classroom using diverse teaching materials and practices.
- Adhered strictly to hygiene standards whilst preparing meals and snacks; ensured overall well-being of children.
- Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.
- Supervised and supported children during meal times with strict attention to detail to mitigate risks.
- Maintained records of children's daily activities, meals and medications administered.
Room leader
Staff Bank
London
2026.03 - 2017.08
Senior Nursery Practitioner
The Vale Day Nursery
Wembley, Brent
1996.01 - 2013.03
- Collaborated closely with other practitioners to create engaging lesson plans catered to different learning styles.
- Delivered high-quality childcare services, ensuring a comforting atmosphere for all attendees.
- Developed stronger language skills in children by implementing creative storytelling sessions.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's progress, facilitating personalised care and learning plans.
- Prepared daily activity schedules that promoted fun-filled learning experiences for children.
- Provided support during meal times, encouraging balanced diets for better health.
- Managed child behaviour effectively resulting in harmonious learning environments.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings, fostering strong communication channels between nursery and home environments.
- Ensured a safe, nurturing environment for children through consistent supervision and careful monitoring of play areas.
- Handled nappy changes and baby feeding while keeping detailed log sheets.
- Maintained clean, safe play environments, disinfecting toys and surfaces regularly.
- Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.
- Promoted emotional and social development of children, encouraging learning through play and sensory activities.
- Oversaw key group of children and kept detailed progress observations.
- Designed educational activities for young children in line with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
- Updated online learning journals with excellent systems knowledge.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Early childhood studies
Harrow College
London 1998.09 - 1999.09
NVQ Level 4 - Children's Care learning and Development
Harrow College
Harrow 2009.04 - 2010.04
Diploma - Play Group Association
Brent Adult learning centre
Wembley, Brent 1995.09 - 1996.06
Skills
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Project-Based Learning Implementation
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EYFS understanding
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Child safety prioritisation
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Child observation and reporting
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Safeguarding policy enforcement
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Implementing child protection protocol
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Artistic activity design
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Baby care competency
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Nutrition management
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Personal care
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Toddler learning and development planning
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Administrative tasks
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Record maintenance
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Parental liaison
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Age-appropriate learning
Timeline
Room leader
Staff Bank
2026.03 - 2017.08
Senior Room Leader
Les Petites Etoiles Bilingual ( French)
2017.08 - 2025.04
Senior Nursery Practitioner
Active Learning
2013.06 - 2024.08
NVQ Level 4 - Children's Care learning and Development
Harrow College
2009.04 - 2010.04
NVQ Level 3 - Early childhood studies
Harrow College
1998.09 - 1999.09
Senior Nursery Practitioner
The Vale Day Nursery
1996.01 - 2013.03
Diploma - Play Group Association
Brent Adult learning centre
1995.09 - 1996.06