Mairead Lynn
Dungiven,Causeway Coast and Glens
Summary
I am proactive and a caring worker with 10 years experience working with young children and babies from the age of 5 months. Combined with communication strengths and good observation skills, skillfully handling day to day task and activities while making a positive impact and difference to someones life.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Nail technician
Pretty'n'Painted by Mairead
Dungiven, Derry
09.2023 - 05.2026
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing manicure, pedicure, and nail art services tailored to individual preferences.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the salon by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Removed old nail polish efficiently without damaging natural nails prior to new applications.
- Listened to customer requests and concerns, making each client feel valued and understood.
Lash technician
Pretty'n'Painted by Mairead
Dungiven, Derry
09.2023 - 05.2026
- Practised safe removal techniques to protect client's natural lashes from damage or strain.
- Demonstrated proficiency in classic, hybrid, volume and mega-volume applications to meet diverse client preferences.
- Promoted salon's lash services through social media platforms leading to increased visibility.
- Conducted initial consultations for understanding clients' requirements thoroughly.
Childcare practitioner
St Cancies Primary School
Dungiven, Derry
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Documented learning and development milestones of children to determine progress and growth.
- Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
- Adhered to policies and procedures and legislative requirements relating to child care.
- Observed and supervised children's play activities with stringent care, eliminating accidents and risk.
- Developed positive, trusting relationships with groups of young children.
- Engaged children in stimulating learning-based activities and games.
Childcare assistant
Sure Start Dry Arch
Dungiven, Derry
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Facilitated group play and interaction to enhance children's social development and build peer relationships.
- Collaborated with staff to maintain a consistent care approach, supporting children's emotional and developmental needs.
- Coordinated nap times to ensure each child received adequate rest, promoting overall well-being.
- Responded to emergencies with composure and prompt action to ensure safety.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
Elite Connected
Causeway Coast and Glens 05.2026 -
NVQ Level 2 - Children Learning And Development
NorthWest Regional College
Derry 09.2016 - 06.2017
NVQ Level 3 - Children Learning And Development
NorthWest Regional College
Derry 09.2020 - 06.2022
Private Course - The Complete Gel course
Young Nails Academy
Belfast 03.2025 - 04.2025
Private - Acrylic Course
RS beauty school
Derry 02.2024 - 03.2024
Skills
i am a good listener and always eager to work, I work well as a team and value everyone’s opinion when working together we can do the best of our ability for a child’s future or for the best outcome in the workplace I am patient and work well under pressure I have good decision-making skills when I must act quickly I have worked with children from 5 months to 8 years I grew up in a big family, I am the second oldest girl I always helped out with the younger children and with that I started to babysit for my neighbour's from the age of 15 I knew then I wanted to work with children or caring for people I have a passion for caring for people, and recently paediatric cpr trained
Affiliations
- Gaming, walking my mothers dog and listening to music.
Certification
i have a bookful full of certicates and i am in the process of practcing my driving. I hold a L license.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
NVQ Level 3 - Health and Social Care
Elite Connected
05.2026 -
Private Course - The Complete Gel course
Young Nails Academy
03.2025 - 04.2025
Private - Acrylic Course
RS beauty school
02.2024 - 03.2024
Nail technician
Pretty'n'Painted by Mairead
09.2023 - 05.2026
Lash technician
Pretty'n'Painted by Mairead
09.2023 - 05.2026
Childcare practitioner
St Cancies Primary School
09.2021 - 08.2022
NVQ Level 3 - Children Learning And Development
NorthWest Regional College
09.2020 - 06.2022
Childcare assistant
Sure Start Dry Arch
09.2016 - 06.2018
NVQ Level 2 - Children Learning And Development
NorthWest Regional College
09.2016 - 06.2017