Louise Ballingall
Glasgow,East Renfrewshire
Summary
After teaching dance classes for children aged 3-18, my main job for the last 12 years has been raising my three boys. This has given me extensive experience in all the care, support and nurture that young children require. This has also helped me understand developmental stages in children. I also have experience in an afterschool club and childminding.
I am hard working, energetic, empathetic and friendly. I am currently making steps to attend evening classes to work towards HNC Childhood Practice as I plan to make working in Early Years Education my vocation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Volunteer Playworker
Carolside Nursery Class
Clarkston, East Renfrewshire
08.2025 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with children by actively engaging in creative play and learning activities.
- Developed positive relationships with staff, families and carers of children.
- Improved social skills amongst the group with collaborative games and team-building exercises.
- Provided emotional support during times of distress, promoting mental well-being of all attendees.
- Ensured clean play area by regularly tidying up after each activity session.
- Engaged children in story-telling sessions to cultivate a love of literature and reading from an early age.
- Managed challenging behaviour effectively, fostering a supportive atmosphere within the playgroup setting.
Secretary
Clarkston Electrical Services
Clarkston, East Renfrewshire
01.2013 - Current
- Performed data entry tasks; ensured accurate record keeping within the company database.
- Created a systematic filing system, ease of document retrieval was achieved.
- Organised personal and professional calendars, supplying timely reminders of upcoming jobs & projects.
- Produced detailed, typed invoices for clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Studies
University of Paisley
Paisley, Renfrewshire /2003 - /2005
Higher National Diploma - Sports Therapy
The Glasgow College of Nautical Studies
Glasgow /2001 - /2001
Higher -
Kings Park Secondary School
Glasgow /2000 - /2001
Skills
- Early years care
- Child interaction
- Approachable
- Team player
- Organised
- Proactive
- Adaptable
Certification
Paediatric First Aid
Level 6
11/09/2025
Food Safety for Catering
Level 2
25/09/2025
Timeline
Volunteer Playworker
Carolside Nursery Class
08.2025 - Current
Secretary
Clarkston Electrical Services
01.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sport Studies
University of Paisley
/2003 - /2005
Higher National Diploma - Sports Therapy
The Glasgow College of Nautical Studies
/2001 - /2001
Higher -
Kings Park Secondary School
/2000 - /2001