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Pauline Shepherd

Milton Keynes,Buckinghamshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with a compassionate approach and reliable consistency, skilled in empathetic understanding and communication. Familiarity with the early years foundation stage and paediatric first aid certification ensure calm under pressure and effective support for young children. Career goals include advancing expertise in child development and education, leveraging patience and resilience to foster nurturing environments.

Hardworking individual with outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building abilities seeks childcare opportunity. Confident and team-focused to aid productive nursery environments. Learns quickly and takes direction well to build skills required for success.

Conscientious Nursery Nurse experienced in supporting fun, safe learning environments for babies and children. Knowledgeable in early years curriculum for good activity planning. Team player with can-do attitude for positive, valuable nursery assistance.

Compassionate individual with talent for patient care and strong communication skills, combined with background in healthcare support roles. Proven ability to manage patient needs and maintain calm, supportive environment. Ready to contribute to improved patient outcomes and enhance quality of care.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Nursery nurse

Little Explorers Day Nursery MK College
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2025.03 - Current

Planned age-appropriate activities aligned with EYFS framework to support children's learning through play.

Created a safe and inclusive learning environment for all children.

Observed and assessed children's progress while maintaining accurate records.

Encouraged positive behaviour, independence, and self-confidence in preparation for school.

Ensured safeguarding policies were adhered to at all times.

Supported children with additional needs by adapting activities and assisting families with referrals.

Collaborated within a team and worked independently to ensure smooth daily operations.

Administered first aid as required, holding a paediatric first aid qualification.

Sales assistant

Fhinds
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2023.10 - 2025.02
  • Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.
  • Improved customer service by efficiently handling queries and complaints.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly, keeping store operation seamless during peak hours.

Sales assistant

Warren James Jewellers
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2020.01 - 2023.10
  • Utilised excellent communication skills to provide detailed product information.
  • Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business.
  • Managed till operations smoothly, reducing waiting time for customers.
  • Offered personalised shopping advice to enhance customer experiences.

Lunchtime supervisor/ classroom assistant

Christ the Sower School
Grange Farm Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2014.09 - 2020.01
  • Conducted regular checks of eating areas for possible hazards or cleanliness issues.
  • Monitored playground during breaks, ensured secure play environment for children.
  • Coordinated with teaching staff for effective supervision strategies.
  • Provided emotional support to distressed students, contributed to mental wellbeing.
  • Helped special needs students with meals, achieved inclusivity.
  • Administered first aid, ensured child safety.
  • Collaborated with other Lunchtime Supervisors to provide consistent care for all pupils.
  • Upheld discipline in eating areas to maintain orderliness.

Auxiliary nurse

NHS Primary care trust
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2004.01 - 2007.03
  • Administered medications for pain management and symptom control.
  • Organised transport for patients requiring additional medical services or appointments outside the healthcare facility.
  • Assisted in feeding patients with difficulty swallowing or eating independently; ensured proper nutrition intake.
  • Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independent living.
  • Promoted recovery with efficient wound care and dressing changes.
  • Coordinated visiting hours for family members whilst respecting patient privacy and rest periods.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Public Services

MK COLLEGE
Milton Keynes
2000.09 - 2022.07

GCSEs - 5 A-C ( Available on request)including Higher English and Child Developent

ST PAULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Milton Keynes
1996.09 - 2000.07

Skills

  • Empathetic understanding
  • Early years foundation stage familiarity
  • Patience and resilience
  • Paediatric first aid certification
  • Calm under pressure
  • Communication skills
  • Reliable consistency
  • Compassionate approach

Certification

DBS checked

Paediatric first Aid Trained

Had just started my Level 3 in Child Care (with eden)

Timeline

Nursery nurse

Little Explorers Day Nursery MK College
2025.03 - Current

Sales assistant

Fhinds
2023.10 - 2025.02

Sales assistant

Warren James Jewellers
2020.01 - 2023.10

Lunchtime supervisor/ classroom assistant

Christ the Sower School
2014.09 - 2020.01

Auxiliary nurse

NHS Primary care trust
2004.01 - 2007.03

Higher National Diploma - Public Services

MK COLLEGE
2000.09 - 2022.07

GCSEs - 5 A-C ( Available on request)including Higher English and Child Developent

ST PAULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL
1996.09 - 2000.07
Pauline Shepherd