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
2021.07 - 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
2014.06 - 2020.06
- 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 2017.10 - 2020.11
BTEC National Diploma - Early Years
Rotherham College of Arts and Technology
Rotherham 2007.09 - 2009.11
GCSEs - Child Development
Wickersley School and Sports College
Rotherham 2004.09 - 2005.06
GCSEs - Food Technology
Wickersley School and Sports College
Rotherham 2004.09 - 2005.05
GCSEs - English Language
Wickersley School and Sports College
Rotherham 2004.09 - 2005.05
GCSEs - Single Award Science
Wickersley School and Sports College
Rotherham 2004.09 - 2005.05
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
2021.07 - Current
Foundation Degree - Childhood Studies
North Notts College
2017.10 - 2020.11
Early Years Practitioner
Alphabet House Day Nursery
2014.06 - 2020.06
BTEC National Diploma - Early Years
Rotherham College of Arts and Technology
2007.09 - 2009.11
GCSEs - Child Development
Wickersley School and Sports College
2004.09 - 2005.06
GCSEs - Food Technology
Wickersley School and Sports College
2004.09 - 2005.05
GCSEs - English Language
Wickersley School and Sports College
2004.09 - 2005.05
GCSEs - Single Award Science
Wickersley School and Sports College
2004.09 - 2005.05