Laura Marland
Lincoln,Lincolnshire
Summary
I am currently a Psychology BSc student at Newcastle University with 5 years of experience working in a Preschool and Holiday club. I am a caring and compassionate individual dedicated to the mental and physical well-being and development of children. I am a patient, organized, and observant individual who values clear communication and attentive care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
59
59
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Playworker
Bassingham Pre-School
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
2019.07 - Current
- Engaged children in stimulating learning-based activities and games tailored to the needs and interests of children aged 2-11 through Pre school and Wrap Around Care.
- Supported preschool and primary school children in development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations and best practices regarding child safeguarding, escalating related concerns to Managers.
- Prepared nutritional snacks and promoted good manners at meal times.
- Role-modelled desired behaviours, habits and actions.
- Created and maintained a welcoming, safe and tidy space to promote children's development.
- Employed a friendly approach to enhance communication and build rapport and trust with children with various differences and their parents.
Swimming Teacher Assistant
Lincoln Asthma Swimming Club
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
2024.01 - 2024.03
- Engaged, coached and inspired children aged 3-7 to achieve their swimming goals.
- Created safe, fun environments to improve swimmer engagement whilst maintaining safety.
- Built positive relationships with staff and swimmers to develop productive lesson environments.
- Followed all child safety measures related to pool and water hazards.
- Set up equipment for swimming lessons and cleaned after use to maintain health and hygiene standards.
Girl Guiding Leader
First Bassingham Rainbows
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
2018.01 - 2020.03
- Planned and arranged varied activities for girls aged 5 to 7.
- Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Led group sessions in arts and crafts, board games and creative outdoor activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Newcastle University
Newcastle 2022.09 -
A-Levels - Psychology
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2020.09 - 2022.07
A-Levels - Religious Studies
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2020.09 - 2022.07
A-Levels - Biology
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2020.09 - 2022.07
GCSEs - Mathematics
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - English Literature
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - English Language
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Biology
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Chemistry
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Physics
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Geography
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - History
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - German
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Physical Education
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Religious Studies
Kesteven Sleaford High School
Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
Skills
- First Aid
- Enhanced DBS
- Activity planning
- Parent communication
- Safeguarding
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Time management
- Compassion
- Empathy
Timeline
Swimming Teacher Assistant
Lincoln Asthma Swimming Club
2024.01 - 2024.03
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Newcastle University
2022.09 -
A-Levels - Psychology
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2020.09 - 2022.07
A-Levels - Religious Studies
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2020.09 - 2022.07
A-Levels - Biology
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2020.09 - 2022.07
Playworker
Bassingham Pre-School
2019.07 - Current
Girl Guiding Leader
First Bassingham Rainbows
2018.01 - 2020.03
GCSEs - Mathematics
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - English Literature
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - English Language
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Biology
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Chemistry
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Physics
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Geography
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - History
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - German
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Physical Education
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07
GCSEs - Religious Studies
Kesteven Sleaford High School
2015.09 - 2020.07