Lisa Drewitt
Rugby,Warwickshire
Summary
Professional with expertise in childcare and educational play integration, showcasing strong communication and problem-solving skills. Recognised for patience and resilience, contributing to effective team collaboration and a nurturing environment for child development. Proficient in time management and adaptability, employing creative strategies to engage children in learning activities. Committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere that promotes growth and development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Playgroup leader
seedlings playgroup
Rugby, Warwickshire
05.2023 - Current
- Buy and prepared nutritious snacks for the kids, promoting healthy eating habits.
- Collaborated with other staff members to organise each session and special events.
- Supervised outdoor playtimes whilst maintaining safety standards consistently.
- Facilitated imaginative play by providing various toys and materials for the kids.
- Developed creative learning activities for enhancing cognitive abilities of children.
- Maintained safe environment for children by ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in the play area.
- Engaged with parents and maintain a relationship with parents and children during each session.
- Organised story-telling sessions that enhanced listening skills amongst young learners.
- Provided healthy, safe and secure play spaces.
- Set up play areas, materials and equipment to enhance activities and encourage physical health.
- Used wide range of resources suitable for children's ages, interests and abilities.
- Plan, led, facilitated and participated in range of activities to maximise inclusivity and engagement within group play setting.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Level 3 nursery nurse
Rockinghorse Kindergarten
Rugby, Warwickshire
09.2015 - 02.2022
- Enhanced teamwork amongst staff by coordinating collaborative projects, tasks and planning.
- Implemented fun, educational games for improved cognitive development.
- Improved children's language skills by implementing creative storytelling sessions.
- Provided emotional support to distressed children, promoting well-being.
- Managed challenging behaviour effectively, maintaining peaceful atmosphere in the nursery.
- Facilitated outdoor playtime whilst prioritising child safety measures.
- Ensured adequate supply of teaching materials by regularly reviewing inventory levels.
- Administered first aid as needed, ensuring immediate care during emergencies.
- Assisted in maintaining nursery cleanliness to ensure child safety and health.
- Built strong rapport with parents, enhancing communication lines regarding their child's progress.
- Monitored children's progress, ensuring developmental milestones were met by observing and tracking the progress and creating reports on each child's progress.
- Ensured compliance with Ofsted regulations for a high-standard nursery environment.
- Optimised speech development, communicating information to children through play.
- Observed, planned and evaluated child development to EYFS learning standards.
- Prioritised safety and wellbeing of children by monitoring safety, cleanliness and manners at all times.
- Created an inclusive learning environment by constantly promoting best practices in SEN teaching.
- Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
- Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
- Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
- Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
- Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
- Helped children learn numeracy skills using counting games.
- Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
- Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
- Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
- Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
- Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
- Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
- Discussed behavioural issues with parents offering practical solutions for improved child development.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
- Read stories and lead activities to help children build foundational learning skills.
- Helped children with personal hygiene needs and taught young children to independently complete care tasks.
- Developed positive, trusting relationships with groups of young children.
- Set up equipment and materials ahead of recreational activities.
Level 3 nursery practitioner
Nature trails day nursery
Rugby, Warwickshire
07.2007 - 08.2015
- Observed and assessed each child's growth and development using early years foundation stage guidelines.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings to report on their child's progress.
- Facilitated early childhood education through age-appropriate games and play.
- Promoted diversity and inclusivity amongst the children through various cultural activities.
- Collaborated effectively with other practitioners to plan daily routines for optimal learning opportunities.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's developmentally milestones as per EYFS guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with all nursery policies and procedures, providing quality care for the children.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, promoting open communication about their child's needs and progress.
- Led storytelling sessions, stimulating imagination amongst kids.
- Supported special needs students by adapting standard teaching techniques according to their unique requirements.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards to ensure a safe environment for the children.
- Administered first aid during emergencies while ensuring minimal distress for the affected child.
- Met curriculum requirements by delivering age-appropriate teachings.
- Cleaned and kept rooms and play areas tidy for reduced accident risks.
- Kept confidential any information regarding children, members of staff and administration acquired as part of job.
- Maintained care continuity through key worker child .
- Helped children with personal hygiene, changing babies and assisting toddlers with toilet training.
- Escalated safeguarding concerns promptly to maintain child safety.
- Created stimulating nursery displays for improved learning engagement.
- Promoted inclusion and acceptance of children with special needs by making activities accessible for all.
- Taught to curricular requirements of Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
- Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
- Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
- Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
- Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
- Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
- Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
- Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
- Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
- Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
- Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
- Safeguarded children appropriately, escalating concerns to senior staff.
- Built positive relationships with families, enhancing trust in care provisions.
- Monitored playground activity to maintain pupil safety and security.
Education
Bachelor of Laws - Law
The Open University
Milton Keynes 10.2018 - 07.2024
NVQ Level 3 - Childcare And Education
Rugby College
Rugby, Warwickshire 09.2005 - 07.2007
Skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Childcare expertise
- Educational play integration
- Patience and resilience
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Creative thinking
Affiliations
- volunteering
- arts and crafts
Timeline
Playgroup leader
seedlings playgroup
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Laws - Law
The Open University
10.2018 - 07.2024
Level 3 nursery nurse
Rockinghorse Kindergarten
09.2015 - 02.2022
Level 3 nursery practitioner
Nature trails day nursery
07.2007 - 08.2015
NVQ Level 3 - Childcare And Education
Rugby College
09.2005 - 07.2007
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