Penny Biggs

My role i arrive set up the rooms/ areas with activities & set up in early years if required . overseeing activities liaising with staff to ensure a nurturing safe calm & joyful environment , we plan activities that work for the children we have , recognising the different needs while also helping them join in with crafts & have fun together

working together with staff to make sure each child is seen & happy , i feel if we come alongside children connect with them , not all children learn the same & its key & , important to see each individual needs making sure there is a calm area , sensory toys , seeing the individual interests recognising that when safe some need time to move even outside time , communicating with staff to make sure all childrens needs are met .

All children are dofferent we are all unique in our own way we all see things different

Assisted in planning and implementing engaging educational activities for children.

Supported lead teacher in maintaining a safe and nurturing classroom environment. supported the owner my Boss i opened up at 7/7.15am twice a week we were a pack away setting so all tables equipment needed to be set up laid out planned& prepared for the day

,I would research and plan activities in my free time as i was passionate about my role & the children having a fun nurturing learning enviroment .i often had sole resonsibility & Tuesdays i would go after doing Tots praise at church be there 12 till 3.30pm after handing the children over to parents with the other member of staff making sure everything is clean. tidied away & lock up .

Organised & planned classroom materials and resources to facilitate daily learning activities.

kept up to date with & updated n training sessions to enhance knowledge of early childhood education practices

The Preschool is in our village

it was great to connect with local families a lot knew me fro Tots praise & church

I have always enjoyed working with children their curiosity , Joy , energy & how you can help them see discover learn understand & grow , I enjoyed working as part of a small team supporting my boss & team , enjoyed chatting to the parents & seeing the children thrive & progress in our nurturing enviroment , being a small part of their journey , givin them the tools confidence & foundations to be kind to go on thrive & grow in their next setting . as part of this Provided continuous supervision for children during meals, relaxation, toileting and play. making sure all children were safe & happy .

One to one for little girl with leukemia initially taken on to support till she went tno school then she went into isolation

I Supported her learning plans by tailoring activities to meet her needs making cleaning and organising activitries reguarly. as she could not touch other children & they could not touch hers due to immunity Collaborated with the team to help her be able to engage despite understanding that much of her life had been challenging , making sure her time at nursery with us was joyful enriching fu learning place

Developed engaging resources to promote social and emotional development., she enjoyed playdough i discovered i made that each day and would be with her keep an eye out for any signs if she was tiring going downhill or feeling unwell

understanding the needs of the child and working with the team & parents was key for this role as she could go downhill v quickly , it was such a joy to be able to build a connection and see her confidence grow and the joy she has , sadly with the situation then she needed to go into isolation so mn role was cut short , i kept in touch wit nthe mum & heard she is now thriving .

this role i took on as it worked easily around our family which at the time both our twins had multiple hospital appointments

i enjoyed working in the community in this small team chatting to those in the community helping organise parties events lunches social evenings fundraising events . it was a real family feel

Worked with the team to make sure we created a fun youth club for those that came making sure to tailor it to individua needs as it is a charity supporting those with additional needs .

i absolutely loved being part of this Amazing team their care & dedication in helping these young people have an Amazing time despite whatever chalengers they have .

i manned the desk answered the phones , looked after & signed & out all keys to management, made sure messages got to key departments

Supervised daily operations to ensure high standards of customer service were consistently met.

Actioned customer feedback to promote continued service improvement., was always checking in with management from feedback from customers .

in am a people person after Nannyig & working closley with families i enjoyed this change while we started our own family .

Sole charge of Robyn & Joshua from when they were around 10 months , while Mum & dad worked sometimes mum worked from home so working with the parents to help with h feeding , Sleeping finding activities inn the local area for the twins to help them thrive & grow

Coordinated daily routines including meals, playtime and nap schedules., Organised outings and activities contributing to children's social development.

Nanny for Nicole & Andrew twins who were 6 months old when i started the position after the family had relocated from New york due to Nick Husbands work ,

initially 3 days per week with the January of 2003 it then turning to 4 days per week , helping mum navigate the area sleep schedules for the twins feeding routines cooking all meals helping organise their routines .

Nanny for Joseff, Harri & Tomos for 3 days per week while parents worked

organising daily routines helping parents with the children while they naviagted their busy schedule .

Sole charge Nanny fo Abigail & christopher age 10 months when i started 3& half days per week , 3 long days as mum worked in the city, the half day was a saturday , helped parents implement sleep routin, e nap times, advised & assisted with their food cooked all their meals while i was there including cooking from fresh planning ahead so there was food ready for parents who were busy to give them , i was in charge of everyting to do witgh the children finding playgroups and activities i was with them till the twins started nursery .

Advised parents on how to manage disruptive behaviours at home. etc

Nanny for 2 days a week for Ellen age 5, Alice & Thomas twins age 11 months this was a partly shared position with Judith & Bruce Wheelan

school runs, activities helping parents with routines & helping the children have fun & heping the home run smoothly while parents worked .

Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and wellbeing.

Promoted good manners and respect towards others

Sole charge Nanny while mum worked Dad was working abroad , at times there were over night stays Rory was 4 months old when i started the position i introduced him to solids and babygroups , helped mum implement routines & enable her to work .

Position of Nanny to benjamin & Samuel twins age 11 months untill they were 2 ,.

helped mum with a routine & day trips including a weekend away for the family & a trip where they needed help with the boys

they attended our wedding when we got married in April 1999 & we kept in touch for some time .

sole charge to twins Benjamin & Joseph Finnis from age 6 months till they went to school. my hourds were & till 7 Monday to friday as parents worked long hours

Provided nurturing and educational support to children, fostering their emotional and social development. organised all meals cooked all their meals from scratch , using the Annabel karmel books , took them to toddler groups playdates, nursery helped organise parties day trios , sleep schedule , weaning etc

Prepared nutritious meals for children's health and wellbeing.

adored the boys they were our paige boys when we got arrived & we stayed in touch we went on holiday with them & continued to be friends after i moved on as the boys went to school .

As part of my role i Assisted with homework, increasing academic understanding.

Sole charge Nanny for Carolyn & christopher age 7 & £ till they were 7 & 10

organising routines, school routines homework , playdates , day trips in school holidays the childrens weekly routines & meals while the parents worked

As part of my role Organised playgroups and social events to enhance children's social skills and friendships.