Rachel Gosling
Waterlooville
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with expertise in safeguarding procedures and a child-centred approach. Demonstrates patience and resilience, fostering learning through play while effectively liaising with parents. Committed team player with recognised childcare qualifications, aiming to enhance children's development and well-being.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Administrator officer
Embersbushcraft
Waterlooville, Hampshire
2020.01 - Current
- Streamlined admin operations by implementing efficient procedures.
- Handled confidential information with discretion for maintaining privacy.
- Maintained company database, ensured accurate record-keeping.
- Increased efficiency, organised and prioritised important office tasks.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through meticulous record keeping.
- Provided exceptional customer service, built positive relationships with clients.
- Facilitated and processed incoming calls and emails, distributing relevant information to necessary recipients.
- Created and distributed invoices to customers.
- Drafted outgoing correspondence in appropriate tone and style.
Nursery Supervisor
Highbury College childcare
Portsmouth
2012.09 - 2021.04
- Created a comfortable and safe environment for children, boosting their confidence and self-esteem.
- Encouraged social interaction amongst children by organising group tasks.
- Prepared daily reports for parents detailing their child's day at the nursery including activities, meals, naps and behaviours observed.
- Coordinated trips to enhance experiential learning opportunities for the children.
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues to deliver high-quality care and education for children.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay updated on current trends in early childhood education.
- Promoted early literacy by reading engaging stories and leading interactive book discussions.
- Communicated regularly with parents providing updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns they may have had.
- Administered first aid in case of minor injuries ensuring safety at all times.
- Managed parent-teacher meetings efficiently facilitating open communication between home and school.
- Assisted in recruiting staff members for the nursery ensuring a comprehensive team was always available.
- Developed strong emotional bonds with children through active listening and empathy.
- Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
- Submitted written reports to parents detailing progress and development of children.
- Designed educational activities for young children in line with Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
- Updated online learning journals with excellent systems knowledge.
- Maintained clean, safe play environments, disinfecting toys and surfaces regularly.
- Planned creative activities to motivate and inspire children.
- Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.
- Handled nappy changes and baby feeding while keeping detailed log sheets.
- Applied paediatric first aid and managed incidents with calm and composure.
- Oversaw key group of children and kept detailed progress observations.
- Promoted emotional and social development of children, encouraging learning through play and sensory activities.
- Tailored activities to make use of resources and engage all children based on their age, interests and abilities.
- Encouraged physical fitness and wellbeing through outdoor activities.
Nursery nurse
Highbury College Childcare
Portsmouth, Hampshire
1997.04 - 2021.04
- Delivered high-quality childcare by maintaining a safe, clean and nurturing environment.
- Facilitated early literacy skills by introducing phonics games and reading exercises.
- Liaised effectively with colleagues during shift changes; guaranteed seamless continuity of care for all children.
- Enhanced children's social development for improved interaction skills through arranging group activities and playdates.
Nursery nurse
Highbury College Nurseries
Portsmouth, Hampshire
2017.01 - 2019.12
- Guided positive behaviour amongst children through role-modelling appropriate actions and manners.
- Organised stimulating outdoor activities that encouraged motor skill development in a fun manner.
- Supported individual learning needs of each child by implementing personalised strategies and plans.
- Enhanced children's social development for and interaction skills through play and planned adult led group activities.
- Coordinated creative learning activities to enhance cognitive abilities in young children.
- Liaised effectively with colleagues to ensure seamless continuity of care for all children.
- Provided healthy snacks supported by activities to promote a strong understanding about healthy choices.
- Maintained comprehensive records of each child's progress; noted developments at regular intervals.
- Managed minor disputes amongst children calmly, encouraging peaceful resolution.
- Delivered high-quality childcare by maintaining a safe, clean and nurturing environment.
- Implemented nursery policies consistently; maintained standards expected by management team.
- Stimulated emotional growth with sensitive and patient communication, fostering strong relationships.
- Improved language skills in toddlers using interactive storytelling sessions and song routines.
- Collaborated with parents on potty-training methods, resulting in consistent approach between home and nursery.
- Administered first aid when required, ensuring prompt attention to injuries or illnesses.
- Safeguarded and protected welfare of young children.
- Wrote up regular activity and observations, monitoring children's progress and development.
- Facilitated Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) learning and play.
- Supported children to identify and manage their feelings and behaviours.
- Passionately promoted learning through play for optimum child development.
- Encouraged children to share and communicate with peers to boost social development.
Education
Foundation Degree in Early years and Education - Early years and education
Portsmouth University
Portsmouth, England 2006.09 - 2009.06
B tech national diploma in nursery - Early years and education
Highbury College
Portsmouth 1993.09 - 1995.07
Skills
- Patience and resilience
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Childcare qualifications
- Child-Centred approach
- Team player
- Learning through play
- Parental liaison
Custom
I enjoy reading and going for walks with my family.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrator officer
Embersbushcraft
2020.01 - Current
Nursery nurse
Highbury College Nurseries
2017.01 - 2019.12
Nursery Supervisor
Highbury College childcare
2012.09 - 2021.04
Foundation Degree in Early years and Education - Early years and education
Portsmouth University
2006.09 - 2009.06
Nursery nurse
Highbury College Childcare
1997.04 - 2021.04
B tech national diploma in nursery - Early years and education
Highbury College
1993.09 - 1995.07