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Katie Louise Staniforth

Worksop, Nottinghamshire,Nottinghamshire

Summary

Level 5 qualified Early Years Practitioner. Nurturing social, creative and educational development in children. Applies proven expertise in child behaviour management to provide safe, positive classroom spaces for enriching learning experiences.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Early Years Practitioner

Bright Skies Day Nursery
Dinnington, Rotherham
07.2021 - Current
  • Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
  • Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
  • Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
  • Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
  • Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
  • Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
  • Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
  • Served as Key Person for 15+ children.
  • Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
  • Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
  • Gave direct instructions to manage behaviour, maintaining positive learning environments.

Early Years Practitioner

Alphabet House Day Nursery
Worksop, Nottinghamshire
06.2014 - 06.2020
  • Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
  • Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
  • Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
  • Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
  • Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
  • Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.

Education

Foundation Degree - Childhood Studies

North Notts College
Worksop
10.2017 - 11.2020

BTEC National Diploma - Early Years

Rotherham College of Arts and Technology
Rotherham
09.2007 - 11.2009

GCSEs - Child Development

Wickersley School and Sports College
Rotherham
09.2004 - 06.2005

GCSEs - Food Technology

Wickersley School and Sports College
Rotherham
09.2004 - 05.2005

GCSEs - English Language

Wickersley School and Sports College
Rotherham
09.2004 - 05.2005

GCSEs - Single Award Science

Wickersley School and Sports College
Rotherham
09.2004 - 05.2005

Skills

  • Lesson and activity planning
  • Childhood development reporting
  • Hygiene control
  • Behaviour management
  • Inclusive learning techniques
  • Medication assistance
  • Diligent supervision
  • Meal preparation
  • Curriculum knowledge
  • Basic clerical knowledge
  • Adept at working with special needs children

Languages

English
Native
French
Beginner

Timeline

Early Years Practitioner

Bright Skies Day Nursery
07.2021 - Current

Foundation Degree - Childhood Studies

North Notts College
10.2017 - 11.2020

Early Years Practitioner

Alphabet House Day Nursery
06.2014 - 06.2020

BTEC National Diploma - Early Years

Rotherham College of Arts and Technology
09.2007 - 11.2009

GCSEs - Child Development

Wickersley School and Sports College
09.2004 - 06.2005

GCSEs - Food Technology

Wickersley School and Sports College
09.2004 - 05.2005

GCSEs - English Language

Wickersley School and Sports College
09.2004 - 05.2005

GCSEs - Single Award Science

Wickersley School and Sports College
09.2004 - 05.2005
Katie Louise Staniforth