Loraine Erica Bell
Mitcham,SRY
Summary
Experienced Room Leader focused on creating positive and engaging environment. Skilled in team leadership and fostering child development, leading to improved learning outcomes and high parent satisfaction. Known for innovative activity planning and fostering strong team spirit, contributing to thriving, collaborative atmosphere.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Room Leader
SHAPES DAY NURSERY
Banstead, Surrey
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Lesson planning, weekly written observation of key children, compiling folder with pictures of children’s art work, written summary to parents on seven learning areas and daily verbal reports to parents
- Motivating staff, Planning for leavers party, attending leaders meeting, dialogue with managers and prepare for parents evening.
- Managing up to 32 children.
- Led daily routines, ensuring smooth transitions between activities for minimal disruption.
- Created engaging learning resources for use within setting.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents for improved communication and understanding.
- Enhanced children's learning experience by implementing creative play and interactive activities.
- Provided support and guidance to less experienced members of staff.
- Monitored children's progress closely, tailoring plans to meet individual needs.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in all areas utilised by children.
- Ensured safety of all children under care whilst maintaining stimulating environment.
- Facilitated regular parent-teacher meetings, updating on child's progress and any concerns.
- Interacted positively with children at all times, fostering trust and respect.
- Managed team of staff to ensure effective running of room.
- Ensured child records were consistently up-to-date, accessible to nursery team and maintained to high standard.
- Encouraged mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members.
- Ensured smooth and efficient running of shift, delivering daily shift briefings to advise team of special events or VIP guests.
- Promoted compliance with EYFS curriculum requirements and integration of British values in learning and play.
- Coordinated with other Room Leaders to share best practices and strategies.
- Promoted inclusive atmosphere where every child felt valued and accepted.
Lead Teacher & Room Leader
APPLES AND HONEY NIGHTINGALE
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepare lesson plans.
- Managing class of 25 children.
- Using Tapestry to write children's observation.
- Preparing materials for children to interact with adults at care home.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents for improved communication and understanding.
- Enhanced children's learning experience by implementing creative play and interactive activities.
Nursery Officer and Room Leader
EVELINE DAY & NURSERY SCHOOLS
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Prepared daily lessons to cover specific topics supporting children's educational, physical and social development.
- Writing observation of key children and compiling scrapbook with pictures of children’s work.
- Writing leavers reports to parents on seven learning areas and giving daily verbal reports to parents.
- Facilitated learning through creative play, story telling and art projects.
- Organised fun activities, enhancing social skills of children.
- Promoted good behaviour amongst children by setting clear boundaries.
- Kept accurate records about each child's progress, aiding in parent-teacher conversations.
- Adapted teaching methods according to individual child's needs, ensuring effective learning process.
- Fostered inclusive environment where all children felt valued and accepted.
- Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
- Maintained clean, safe play environments, disinfecting toys and surfaces regularly.
- Supervised and supported children during meal times with strict attention to detail to mitigate risks.
- Submitted written reports to parents detailing progress and development of children.
- Encouraged physical fitness and wellbeing through outdoor activities.
- 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.
- Observed children at play to monitor behaviour and social interactions, intervening in serious conflicts.
Carer
THE BLUE ARROW CARE GROUP
Kingston Upon Thames
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Helped individuals with day-to-day activities while consistently encouraging independence and self-belief.
- Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity.
- Ensured patients took all medications as prescribed by their doctor, recording details of timings and side effects.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing tailored, personalised care that consistently met individual needs.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing healthy meals for patients.
- Demonstrated empathy towards emotional needs of clients, providing necessary reassurance during difficult times.
- Administered medication, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
- Improved patient comfort by regularly changing bed linens and maintaining cleanliness of personal spaces.
- Assisted patients with exercises designed by physical therapists to improve mobility and strength.
Carer
PRIORY CARE SERVICES
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained patient records, guaranteeing accurate tracking of medical history and treatment plans.
- Assisted with mobility to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
- Worked collaboratively with other carers to provide comprehensive service.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing healthy meals for patients.
- Demonstrated empathy towards emotional needs of clients, providing necessary reassurance during difficult times.
- Administered medication, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
- Provided personal grooming assistance such as bathing or dressing up for enhanced self-esteem among clients.
- Offered companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness in patients.
- Maintained client dignity and respect throughout personal care support, including dressing, showering and toileting.
Carer
ELEANOR CARE SERVICES
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted with mobility to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
- Worked collaboratively with other carers to provide comprehensive service.
- Adhered strictly to privacy rules, respecting the confidentiality rights of all clients.
- Administered medication, ensuring correct dosage and timing.
- Improved patient comfort by regularly changing bed linens and maintaining cleanliness of personal spaces.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, protecting patient well-being.
- Assisted patients with exercises designed by physical therapists to improve mobility and strength.
- Maintained client dignity and respect throughout personal care support, including dressing, showering and toileting.
Teacher & Specialist Teacher
BETHEL PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
09.2013 - 07.2018
- Typed daily and weekly lesson planning, weekly written observation of children, compiling test questions, typed 3 termly reports to parents, train children for competition, graduation coordinator, supervise staff lesson plan, sports day coordinator and after school club coordinator
- Adhered strictly to syllabus guidelines whilst teaching various subjects across different grade levels.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Tailored homework assignments according to individual student ability level, increased understanding of complex concepts.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Organised school events such as sports day or concerts showcasing student talents beyond academics.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to cater for needs of differently-abled pupils in regular classrooms.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
- Boosted students' reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
- Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Assigned homework assignments and special projects for students to demonstrate knowledge of subject material.
- Tracked student attendance and performance, intervening early in concerning issues.
- Taught students important points to prepare for examinations and assessments.
- Evaluated students using standardised criteria to determine abilities and learning needs.
Specialist Teacher
HOPEWELL BASIC SCHOOL
09.2013 - 07.2015
- Overseeing teachers lesson plan and assisting teachers with writing lesson plans.
- Modelling lessons to teachers.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, ensuring comprehensive coverage of subjects.
- Identified key Learning Objectives and provided lesson breakdown to set expectations.
- Managing staff of 12.
Assistant Teacher (Maternity cover)
THE MONTEGO BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
09.2012 - 12.2012
- Assisting with teaching lessons, marking children’s work book, coordinating class parties, and buying gifts awards for children
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs.
- Stepped into lead teacher role occasionally as needed maintaining lesson continuity without disruption.
- Assisted lead teacher in grading assignments fairly and promptly, thereby providing timely feedback to students.
- Supported pupils during field trips, ensuring safety whilst enhancing their learning outside of traditional classroom setting.
Teacher
WINNERS PREP & KINDERGARTEN
01.2011 - 07.2012
- Typed daily and weekly lesson planning, weekly written observation of children
- Tailored homework assignments according to individual student ability level, increased understanding of complex concepts.
- Fostered positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Evaluated students using standardised criteria to determine abilities and learning needs.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
- Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Coordinated school trips, broadened pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
Teacher
TEAMWORK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
09.2002 - 07.2007
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
- Writing weekly observation of children.
- Compiling test questions.
- Writing termly reports to parents.
- Graduation coordinator.
- Organised school events such as sports day or concerts showcasing student talents beyond academics.
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
- Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Coordinated school trips, broadened pupils' cultural exposure and understanding.
- Tailored homework assignments according to individual student ability level, increased understanding of complex concepts.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Fostered positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
Education
RQF Level 3/ SCQF Level 6-7/ CQFW Level 3, BTEC National Diploma/ Extended Diploma - Early Years Education
NARIC UK FRAMEWORK COMPATABILITY LEVELS
UNITED KINGDOM01.2019
Diploma in Teaching - Early years Education
Sam Sharpe Teacher’s College/ University of The West Indies
Montego Bay12.2005
BA HONS - Financial Studies
University of Luton
Bedfordshire 09.1998
BTEC ADV. LEVEL 3 - Business
Merton Technical College
Morden, London07.1995
Skills
- Communication
- Attendance & Punctually
- Teamwork
- Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
- Parent-Teacher collaboration
- Level 3 Childcare
- Child safeguarding
- Paediatric First Aid
Custom
I enjoy socializing with friends and family, listening to gospel music, watching movies, dramas, and comedies. I am willing to explore new adventures.
Timeline
Room Leader
SHAPES DAY NURSERY
08.2023 - 03.2025
Lead Teacher & Room Leader
APPLES AND HONEY NIGHTINGALE
08.2022 - 08.2023
Carer
THE BLUE ARROW CARE GROUP
07.2022 - 12.2023
Carer
PRIORY CARE SERVICES
06.2022 - 02.2023
Carer
ELEANOR CARE SERVICES
07.2020 - 05.2022
Nursery Officer and Room Leader
EVELINE DAY & NURSERY SCHOOLS
07.2018 - 08.2022
Teacher & Specialist Teacher
BETHEL PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
09.2013 - 07.2018
Specialist Teacher
HOPEWELL BASIC SCHOOL
09.2013 - 07.2015
Assistant Teacher (Maternity cover)
THE MONTEGO BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
09.2012 - 12.2012
Teacher
WINNERS PREP & KINDERGARTEN
01.2011 - 07.2012
Teacher
TEAMWORK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
09.2002 - 07.2007
RQF Level 3/ SCQF Level 6-7/ CQFW Level 3, BTEC National Diploma/ Extended Diploma - Early Years Education
NARIC UK FRAMEWORK COMPATABILITY LEVELS
Diploma in Teaching - Early years Education
Sam Sharpe Teacher’s College/ University of The West Indies
BA HONS - Financial Studies
University of Luton
BTEC ADV. LEVEL 3 - Business
Merton Technical College
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