Laura Butler
Bathgate,West Lothian
Summary
Compassionate individual with extensive experience working with children in early years setting. Develops and maintains strong partnerships with parents and carers to facilitate day-to-day caring of children. Committed to making positive impact on young people's lives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Early Years Practitioner
West Lothian Council - Murrayfield Primary School
Blackburn, West Lothian
04.2025 - Current
- Large setting with 40 3 to 5 year olds.
- Day to day, planning engaging activities relating to all areas of curriculum. Providing differentiated play experiences.
- Lead role in Health and wellbeing.
- Prepare nutritious snacks in accordance with the Setting the Table guidelines.
- Experience working with children with ASN and trauma experienced.
- Provide personal care to those children who require assistance with toileting, nappies etc.
Early years practitioner
West Lothian Council - Kirkhill Primary School
Broxburn, West Lothian
03.2023 - 04.2025
- Lead role practitioner role in STEM learning.
- Prepared the environment daily for learning experiences across the curriculum.
- Provided personal care to those who needed it.
- Involved in family learning experiences.
Early years practitioner
West Lothian Council - Supply
West Lothian
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Assisted various educational settings across county to address staffing shortages.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to provide effective support in various settings
- Balanced part-time role with studies for BA in Primary Education at University of Strathclyde.
Pupil Support Worker
West Lothian Council - Blackburn Primary School
Blackburn, West Lothian
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Supported teachers in classroom environment, delivering additional assistance to pupils requiring it.
Dental nurse
Iriston House Dental Practice
Bathgate, West Lothian
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted the dentist in clinic ensuring the environment is sterile and stocked for each day.
- Facilitated patient comfort with empathetic chair-side manner.
- Managed telephone and email enquiries, managing the diary of a busy dental practice day to day.
- Stock ordering.
Dental Nurse
Newyearfield Dental Centre
Livingston, West Lothian
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Supported dentists during procedures.
- Collaborated with dental team for smooth clinic operations.
- Maintained accurate patient records.
- Managed proper sterilisation of dental instruments.
Customer Service Advisor
West Lothian Council
Livingston, West Lothian
03.2008 - 01.2011
- Resolved various pressing issues for residents of West Lothian, including housing and faulty lamp posts.
- Responded calmly to challenging situations, ensuring timely resolution of all concerns.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Humanities
University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City 09.2020 - 01.2023
Higher National Diploma - Childhood Practice
West Lothian College
Livingston, West Lothian 09.2020 - 06.2021
Skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Motivated to learn
- Strong foundational knowledge of early years
- Passionate about early years and giving children the best start
- Experienced in liasing with multiple agencies
Additional Information
I am a busy working mum of two boys, aged 9 and 11. I love cooking, live music and jogging.
Timeline
Early Years Practitioner
West Lothian Council - Murrayfield Primary School
04.2025 - Current
Early years practitioner
West Lothian Council - Kirkhill Primary School
03.2023 - 04.2025
Early years practitioner
West Lothian Council - Supply
09.2020 - 03.2023
Diploma of Higher Education - Humanities
University of Strathclyde
09.2020 - 01.2023
Higher National Diploma - Childhood Practice
West Lothian College
09.2020 - 06.2021
Pupil Support Worker
West Lothian Council - Blackburn Primary School
01.2019 - 06.2020
Dental nurse
Iriston House Dental Practice
01.2017 - 01.2019
Dental Nurse
Newyearfield Dental Centre
01.2011 - 01.2016
Customer Service Advisor
West Lothian Council
03.2008 - 01.2011
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