Madison Edwards

Tonyrefail,North Ayrshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong ability to build trust and connections with both adults and children. Demonstrates excellent people skills, strong verbal communication, and effective time management. Known for being calm and effective in busy environments, working well under pressure, and maintaining reliability. Possesses health and safety knowledge, baby care competency, sensory play coordination, multilingual communication abilities, and a solid understanding of the EYFS framework.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work history

Nursery practitioner

Meithrinfa Garth Olwg

Church Village, Rhondda Cynon Taf

2025.09 - Current

Supported the day-to-day care of children in a safe, nurturing and engaging environment promoting growth in every aspect.
Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings, fostering strong communication channels between nursery and home environments.
Set up numerous engaging activities, learning tasks and play activities.
Encouraged children's social, emotional and physical development through play, activities and interaction.
Assessed individual learning needs of each child; tailored teaching methods accordingly.
Improved fine motor skills in children by introducing age-appropriate crafting activities.
Provided support during meal times, encouraging balanced diets for better health.
Worked closely with other staff members to plan activities tailored to children's interests.
Managed child behaviour effectively resulting in harmonious learning environments.
Developed stronger language skills in children by implementing creative storytelling sessions.
Assisted with nap times which contributed to improved energy levels among students throughout the day.
Enhanced emotional development of children with use of empathy-focussed group activities.
Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
Handled nappy changes and baby feeding while keeping detailed log sheets.
Oversaw key group of children and kept detailed progress observations.
Encouraged physical fitness and wellbeing through outdoor activities.

Bartender/ Front of house staff

The Vale Resort Hotel

Hensol, Vale of Glamorgan

2021.09 - 2025.06

Created an inviting atmosphere by greeting guests with a friendly and professional attitude.
Took customer orders accurately dealing with group orders and smaller orders.
Followed allergen and dietary policies thoroughly, ensuring customers needs were met at all times.
Handled large payments and used various tills confidently.
Prepared and served food and beverages whilst ensuring both bar and bar floor stayed clean and presentable.
Worked closely with my team to ensure smooth service.
Dealt with customer queries and complaints professionally and calmly.
Delivered exceptional service to VIP guests and utilised discretion in interactions.
Maintaining a high standard of service during fast-paced rush hours of over 200 guests.
Ensuring quality expectations and standards are consistently adhered to, and strictly following the company's alcohol regulations.
Promoting the company's own brand products and providing tailored recommendations for both food and beverage.
Trained new wait staff team members in customer service standards, restaurant processes and sales techniques.
Worked with the company's sales team to promote and sell the company's own products at a welsh festival, approaching potential customers handing out samples whilst utilising my fluent welsh speaking skills.
Worked in numerous types of environments- ranging from large weddings to smaller,more intimate business meetings, which allowed me to adapt easily to different routines and grasp how to engage with different parties and guests.