Lucy Cobley

Early years practitioner

Bright Sparks Day Nursery

Hinckley, Leicestershire

09.2023 - 07.2024

Developed children's language skills by reading stories.
Encouraged social development with group play and interaction.
I studied for my Level 2 in Childcare at Bright Sparks Day Nursery, which I completed and passed.
I have changed nappies.
I have planned and executed activities.
I attended and completed first aid training.
I have cleaned rooms.
I have completed Noodle Now courses once a month.
I have made snack and tea for the children, whilst being aware of allergies and dietary requirements for each individual child.
I have practised fire drills.
Managed feeding and nap schedules for babies.
Helped children become more independent when performing daily tasks, assisting with dressing, and going to the toilet.
Conducted circle time with the children.
Began my Childcare Level 3 apprenticeship.
I have been taught and have conducted observations for individuals and groups.
I have conducted risk assessments.
I have conducted handovers to parents or guardians of the child.
Attended staff meetings on improvements to be included in practices.
I have conducted some sign language while singing songs.
Developed children's language skills by organising regular storytelling sessions.
Observed and recorded child behaviour to identify developmental issues.
Followed health and safety guidelines meticulously, maintaining a safe environment for children.
Prepared nutritious snacks and meals to promote healthy eating habits among children.
Assisted in the planning of outdoor activities, promoting physical fitness in children.
Ensured cleanliness of play areas after each use, maintaining high hygiene standards at all times.
Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
Encouraged sharing and teamwork for positive social development.
Used arts and crafts activities to encourage self-expression.
Set up and helped children with activity equipment and resources.
Monitored playground activity to maintain pupil safety and security.
Implemented creative play activities for enhancing children's imaginative abilities.
Provided emotional support to distressed children, ensuring a comforting environment.
Conducted interactive circle time sessions to boost confidence levels amongst shy children.
Responded quickly during emergencies or accidents, guaranteeing child safety at all times.
Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
Safeguarded children appropriately, escalating concerns to senior staff.
Supported children with toilet training to aid physiological development.
Devised activities to improve pupils' social, emotional and cognitive development.