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Olivia Kendall

Swansea

Summary

A patient and gentle childcare provider with a mix of professional nursery training and hands-on family experience. During my time as a trainee nursery nurse, I loved supporting children through their early stages, from infant care to helping toddlers gain their independence. I also gained valuable, rewarding experience providing one-to-one support for a young boy with autism. For the last couple of years, I have focused on helping look after my younger siblings, managing our daily family routine and helping my youngest sister grow and learn.

As a family member of the school community, I see every day how lovely and welcoming the teachers are in the nursery department where my little sister has recently started. Because I already know how wonderful the environment is here, I would love the opportunity to join the team as a temporary Teaching Assistant, bringing my quiet dedication and practical experience to support the staff and help the children feel safe and happy.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Trainee Nursery Nurse

Highgate Nursery
Swansea
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Developed strong, trusting relationships with children, enhancing communication and parental involvement.
  • Facilitated engaging learning activities designed to promote early literacy and numeracy skills in a playful environment.
  • Encouraged early learning childhood interactions, helping develop positive learning and socialisation experiences.
  • Supervised children during activities and play, helping maintain safety and proactively address behavioural problems.
  • Planned unique, engaging messy play activities to encourage children's sensory development.
  • Prepared indoor and outdoor spaces for recreational activities to support children's physical health and development.
  • Maintained clean and tidy classroom areas, adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Targeted activities and games to suit children's ages and abilities.

Education

GCSEs - Health and social care

Bishop Vaughan School
Swansea
01-2023

Skills

  • Early childhood education
  • Understanding early years framework
  • Familiar with eyfs curriculum
  • Child safety supervision
  • Child supervision
  • Developmental assessments
  • Sensory development activities
  • Play-based learning
  • Positive learning environment
  • Communication
  • Building trust with children
  • Empathetic attitude
  • Positive attitude
  • Patience and calmness
  • Trustworthy
  • Creative problem solving
  • Basic Food Hygiene
  • Hygiene standards
  • Relationship building
  • Empathetic attitude

Timeline

Trainee Nursery Nurse

Highgate Nursery
06.2023 - 02.2024

GCSEs - Health and social care

Bishop Vaughan School
Olivia Kendall