Hi, I’m
René Van Staden
Chelmsford,Essex
Summary
Experienced nursery practitioner adept at fostering communication, organisation, and multitasking in a dynamic environment. My transferable skills include strong interpersonal abilities, attention to detail, time management, and adaptability. Seeking to leverage these skills seamlessly into an administrative role to contribute effectively to organisational success.
With a background in overseeing learning development, parent communication and activity planning. Coordinating age-appropriate activities to enhance learning experience and generating positive relationships with parents to support children.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work history
Bright Horizons Family solutions
Nursery Assistant
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in the daily care and supervision of children in a nursery setting, including feeding, changing, and engaging in educational activities
- Organized and maintained a clean and safe environment for children, ensuring all toys and equipment were sanitized and in good working order
- Communicated effectively with parents and colleagues to provide updates on children's progress, behaviour, and any concerns that arise
- Collaborated with other nursery staff to create and implement lesson plans that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development in young children.
St John's Catholic Primary
Temp Administrative Assistant
12.2022
Job overview
- Managed a busy front desk with professionalism and efficiency, providing a welcoming atmosphere for students, parents, and staff
- Provided comprehensive administrative assistance to school administrators, teachers, and staff, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
- Maintained accurate and organized student and staff records, including attendance, enrolment, and contact information
- Managed incoming and outgoing communications, including emails, phone calls, and in-person inquiries, ensuring prompt and courteous responses
- Entered and updated data in the school's information management system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
- Drafted, edited, and distributed memos, letters, and announcements, maintaining clear and effective communication channels
- Tracked student attendance, reported absences, and communicated with parents regarding attendance matters
- Maintained organised filing systems for documents related to students, staff, and school operations, ensuring confidentiality and security
- Utilized various office software, including Microsoft Office, for tasks such as document creation, spreadsheet management, and presentations.
Providor
Appointment booker
07.2022 - 10.2022
Job overview
- Manage the scheduling system to book appointments for smart meter installations, ensuring efficient use of resources
- Communicate with customers to confirm appointment times, provide information about the installation process, and address any questions or concerns
- Handle rescheduling or cancelling appointments as needed, accommodating customer preferences or unforeseen circumstances
- Maintaining accurate records of scheduled appointments, installations completed, and any issues encountered during the process.
Pikkie Paradys Pre-schoolSouth Africa
Teaching Assistant
01.2020 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans, incorporating creative and interactive activities to enhance the learning experience for pre-schoolers
- Implemented effective behavioural management strategies, resulting in improved classroom discipline and a positive learning atmosphere
- Took the lead in maintaining a well-organized and visually stimulating classroom environment, contributing to a conducive setting for early childhood education.
Education
Open University
BA(Hons) Education studies (Primary)
Durbanville College
Dip Travel & Tourism
Stellenberg High School
GCSE
Skills
- Leadership
- Work ethic
- Problem-solving
- Administrative Support
- Early childhood education
- Information management system
- Scheduling
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Microsoft office
- Dedicated hard-worker
- DBS checked
- Team player
Languages
English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent
Certification
Level 3 Diploma in Office Administration & Reception
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursery Assistant
Bright Horizons Family solutions
02.2023 - Current
Temp Administrative Assistant
St John's Catholic Primary
12.2022
Appointment booker
Providor
07.2022 - 10.2022
Teaching Assistant
Pikkie Paradys Pre-school
01.2020 - 12.2021
Open University
BA(Hons) Education studies (Primary)
5 2025
Durbanville College
Dip Travel & Tourism
1 2017
Stellenberg High School
GCSE
1 2014