KERRY SNOWDEN
Yeovil,Somerset
Summary
Dependable and reliable team player, passionate about providing fun and safe nursery environments. Specialised in offering tailored assistance to children with special needs, introducing inclusive learning opportunities. Organised Nursery Assistant with background in overseeing learning development, parent communication and activity planning. Coordinates age-appropriate activities to enhance learning experience. Generates positive relationships with parents to support children. Caring and compassionate nursery professional with experience creating safe and comfortable nursery environments. Uses exceptional communication skills to support and encourage children. Skilled at using art, music and physical activities to enhance learning development. Diligent Nursery Assistant with good communication, multitasking and organisational skills. Cares about children's wellbeing and preparing each for formal schooling. Trained in first aid and knowledgeable about common childhood injuries and illnesses. Compassionate Care Assistant with comprehensive background with elderly patients in care home settings. Provides exceptional care demonstrating dedication to safe nursing practices for continued patient trust. Maintains excellent levels of patient care through kindness and commitment to safe working practices. Compassionate healthcare professional with experience providing quality patient support. First Aid and CPR trained. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
Nursery practitioner
Preston Primary Academy Trust
Yeovil, Somerset
01.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging learning activities to promote children's development and creativity.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies to create a positive and nurturing environment.
- Collaborated with parents and caregivers to support children's individual needs and progress.
- Organised daily routines and activities to ensure smooth operations within nursery setting.
- Planned educational games to stimulate cognitive growth in toddlers.
- Incorporated songs and rhymes into daily routines, enhancing toddlers' speech abilities.
- Adhered strictly to hygiene standards whilst preparing meals and snacks; ensured overall well-being of children.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and carers; kept them informed about their child's achievements and areas for improvement.
Retail Sales Assistant
Perigrine Retail
Sherborne, Dorset
03.2020 - 10.2023
- Sherborne
- Managed stock room responsibly, including packing and sorting stock, keeping clear records and handling heavy items with care
- Handled complaints and processed returns calmly and diplomatically to encourage brand loyalty and repeat customers
- Greeted customers upon entry and assisted with product enquiries, increasing customer engagement and satisfaction
- Handled customer complaints and concerns calmly and efficiently, finding reasonable solutions to minimise complaint escalation and satisfy customer issues
- Handled all stock and equipment in line with health and safety guidelines
- Conducted stock audits to update inventory, pricing and resolve product defects
- Worked to rotate stock by removing all out of date products from sale, prioritising items close to expiry and correctly recording all waste.
Nursery Assistant
Larkhill Church Day Nursery
Yeovil
01.2007 - 02.2020
- Ensured a child-focused approach to development and learning in line with EYFS standards
- Maintained a thorough Record of Achievement file on children
- Collaborated with Nursery staff to develop a planned programme of activities
- Worked alongside parents and carers of 20+ children to provide engaging learning materials and social activities
- Maintained safety and security by working in full compliance with safeguarding Code of Conduct
- Prepared learning journals tracking EYFS attainment and holistic development
- Monitored children's behaviours and interactions to observe play activities
- Equipped classrooms with toys and learning guides to encourage interaction and healthy play.
Care Assistant
Culliford House Residential Home
Dorchester, Dorset
09.2001 - 05.2003
- Worked professionally with caregiving teams and hospital departments to maintain continuity of care.
- Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
- Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Assisted with medicine and stock counting, ordering and replenishing.
Education
Yeovil College
Skills
- Inclusive learning techniques
- Childhood development reporting
- Team player
- Parent and caregiver relations
- Outstanding communication
- Curriculum knowledge
- Parent communication
- Retail industry awareness
- Point of sale operation
- Cash handling proficiency
- Sales enhancing
- Efficient organisation
- Customer satisfaction focus
Custom
KERRY, SNOWDEN, 27 Bucklers Mead Road, Yeovil, BA21 5RB, kerrysnowden69@gmail.com, 07786979698, 01935424622, Somerset
Personal Information
Timeline
Nursery practitioner
Preston Primary Academy Trust
01.2024 - Current
Retail Sales Assistant
Perigrine Retail
03.2020 - 10.2023
Nursery Assistant
Larkhill Church Day Nursery
01.2007 - 02.2020
Care Assistant
Culliford House Residential Home
09.2001 - 05.2003
Yeovil College
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