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Megan Keeling

Cheltenham,Gloucestershire

Summary

Dedicated early childhood professional focused on delivering engaging educational experiences for young learners. Possesses strong skills in reliability, adaptability, and organizational proficiency, complemented by effective communication abilities honed through extensive retail experience. Experienced in collaborating within teams and managing complex situations with tact, ensuring high standards of performance. Knowledgeable in safeguarding protocols and strategies for supporting children with diverse needs, including those in the SEND sector.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Youth staff

Carnival Uk
Southampton, Hampshire
12.2022 - 09.2025
  • Ensuring safety and supervision of all children participating in activities.
  • Follow and implement Policies and Procedures set forth in Hotel Operations Manual and maintain up-to-date knowledge of manual.
  • Be aware of all activities outlined in Activity Schedules, Specialty Programs & Family Activities and inform guests accordingly.
  • Abiding by rules and regulations set forth by company and/or ship's command and attend all training programs as specified by CCL (including all safety drills & training exercises, Environmental Training and Corporate Training Programs).
  • Keeping up children's hygiene level by consistently tending to their needs. (Example: Diapering, washing hands, wiping nose, etc.)
  • Ensure playroom is clean & organized as per standards established at end of each shift.
  • Greet, interact and relay information to all parents/guardians in professional, patient, upbeat manner.
  • Working high and low peak cruises ranging from small amount of children onboard to over 1600 children.

Senior play scheme worker and early years educator

Aspire Foundation
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • Senior playworker for the HAF summer play scheme which was made available to vulnerable children in need.
  • Zero-hour contract working across early year's settings after the play scheme.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss goals, challenges, and process improvements

Sales Assistant

Dunelm
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
01.2019 - 10.2022
  • Educated customers on product and service offerings
  • Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for the entire shop
  • Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company brand.
  • Processed all sales transactions accurately and in a timely manner
  • Answered customers' questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with coworkers and senior management.
  • Unloaded lorries, stocked shelves and carried merchandise out to the shop floor for customers
  • Communicated information to customers about product quality, value and style.

Student teacher and Supply teacher

Woodside Primary school
Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire
01.2022 - 07.2022

Designed lesson materials and delivered engaging classroom instruction.

Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing tailored feedback.

  • Managed classroom behaviour to create a conducive learning environment.
  • Adapted teaching methods to align with school policies and cooperating teacher strategies.

Student teacher

Churchdown Village infant school
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
09.2021 - 01.2022

Designed lesson materials and delivered engaging classroom instruction.

Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing tailored feedback.

  • Managed classroom behaviour to create a conducive learning environment.
  • Adapted teaching methods to align with school policies and cooperating teacher strategies.

Student teacher

Haresfield Primary school
Stonehouse, Gloucestershire
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Designed lesson materials and delivered engaging classroom instruction.
  • Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing tailored feedback.
  • Managed classroom behaviour to create a conducive learning environment.
  • Adapted teaching methods to align with school policies and cooperating teacher strategies.

Student

Skallywags Day Nursery
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
12.2020 - 04.2021
  • Designed lesson materials and delivered engaging classroom instruction.
  • Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing tailored feedback.
  • Managed classroom behaviour to create a conducive learning environment.
  • Adapted teaching methods to align with school policies and cooperating teacher strategies.

Classroom Volunteer

The Ridge Academy
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Provided help and support with staff with the children in the classroom as each child had different special needs.
  • Helped to arrange sensory activities to meet all needs of the children.
  • Had one to one support with each student during time at this school.
  • Helped students with the core subjects and their reading to develop life skills.

Classroom Volunteer

Gloucester Road Primary School
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • Listened to children read their school books and helped them to expand their language and reading skills.
  • Provided support for students who struggled in any topic in each lesson.
  • Supported special needs students, ensured equal participation.
  • Provided one-on-one support to a few students who really need that extra support.

Sales Assistant

Primark
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2016 - 10.2018
  • Educated customers on product and service offerings
  • Offered exceptional customer service to differentiate and promote the company brand.
  • Processed all sales transactions accurately and in a timely manner
  • Answered customers' questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone
  • Unloaded lorries, stocked shelves and carried merchandise out to the shop floor for customers
  • Collaborated with customer service team members to provide exceptional service throughout the entire shopping and purchasing experience.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly, keeping store operation seamless during peak hours.

Classroom Volunteer

Bettridge School
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Provided help and support with staff with the children in the classroom as each child had different special needs.
  • Helped to arrange sensory activities.
  • Provided one-to-one support for the children within the classroom.
  • Provided support to the teacher, lightened workload.
  • Supported special needs students, ensured equal participation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Gloucestershire
Cheltenham
09.2021 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Gloucestershire
Cheltenham
09.2018 - 06.2021

A-Levels - Education

Cheltenham Bournside School and sixth form
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2016 - 06.2018

GCSEs - Education

Cheltenham Bournside school
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2011 - 06.2016

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Decision making
  • Time management
  • Self-motivation
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Team collaboration
  • Creativity
  • Self-confidence
  • Work ethic
  • Active listening
  • Preparation and organization

Certification

  • Basic first aid - 1st November 2018
  • Safeguarding Level 2 -14th March 2019
  • Forest school Level 1 - 8th June 2019
  • Safeguarding Level 2 - 22nd February 2021
  • Safeguarding Level 1 - 6th September 2021
  • Prevent duty - 8th September 2021
  • Female genital mutilation - 14th September 2021
  • Safeguarding children Level 2 - 22nd June 2022
  • Child Neglect Awareness -22nd June 2022
  • Mental Health Awareness -23rd June 2022
  • Supporting children with learning difficulties and disabilities - 26th June 2022
  • Supporting children with speech, language and communication- 26th June 2022
  • Female genital mutilation -16th December 2024
  • Prevent refresher course - 16th December 2024
  • Unconscious bias - 7th July 2025
  • Effective communication with children and families -29th July 2025
  • Equality and diversity -2nd August 2025
  • Bullying and harassment -2nd August 2025
  • Contracts of employment and written statements -2nd August 2025
  • Managing people - 9th August 2025
  • Managing conflict - 9th August 2025
  • Discipline and grievance - 15th August 2025
  • Equality, diversity and inclusion - 15th August 2025

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Youth staff

Carnival Uk
12.2022 - 09.2025

Senior play scheme worker and early years educator

Aspire Foundation
07.2022 - 12.2022

Student teacher and Supply teacher

Woodside Primary school
01.2022 - 07.2022

Student teacher

Haresfield Primary school
10.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Gloucestershire
09.2021 - 06.2022

Student teacher

Churchdown Village infant school
09.2021 - 01.2022

Student

Skallywags Day Nursery
12.2020 - 04.2021

Classroom Volunteer

The Ridge Academy
11.2019 - 03.2020

Sales Assistant

Dunelm
01.2019 - 10.2022

Classroom Volunteer

Gloucester Road Primary School
10.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Gloucestershire
09.2018 - 06.2021

Classroom Volunteer

Bettridge School
09.2017 - 05.2018

A-Levels - Education

Cheltenham Bournside School and sixth form
09.2016 - 06.2018

Sales Assistant

Primark
09.2016 - 10.2018

GCSEs - Education

Cheltenham Bournside school
09.2011 - 06.2016
Megan Keeling