Robert Darroch
Port Glasgow
Summary
I am a dedicated and enthusiastic childcare practitioner with hands-on experience supporting children aged 3–12 across nursery, school, and home settings. I thrive in dynamic environments, demonstrating strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability. Through nursery placements and babysitting, I have developed a solid understanding of child development and the importance of tailoring structured learning experiences to meet individual needs. I am committed to continuous professional growth, actively seeking feedback to refine my practice and enhance the quality of care and education I provide. With qualifications from Port Glasgow High School and a Level 6 and 7 Childhood Practice awards from West College Scotland, I am passionate about creating nurturing, inclusive environments that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and foster a lifelong love of learning. My enthusiasm, reflective approach, and practical experience equip me to make a meaningful contribution to early years education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Childcare Practitioner
B.A.S.K
Port Glasgow
04.2025 - 08.2025
- After completing Easter School, I was invited to return for the Summer Club as part of the BASK (Before and After School Care) team, supporting children aged 5–12. This opportunity reflected the positive impact I made and my reliability as a practitioner. Throughout both roles, I built strong relationships with children, families, and staff through a friendly, proactive, and professional approach. I helped create safe, engaging play environments by setting up and monitoring equipment and conducting risk assessments. Working collaboratively with colleagues, I planned and delivered inclusive activities that supported children's development and well-being, while also observing behaviour and interactions to identify and respond to any developmental concerns with appropriate support.
Student
Aileymill Nursery
09.2024 - 06.2025
- During my HNC Childhood Practice placement at Aileymill Nursery, I designed and delivered weekly activities informed by national curriculum frameworks, ensuring they supported children's developmental milestones and individual needs. I facilitated key routines, including snack times, Bookbug sessions, and supervised toothbrushing, promoting healthy habits and active engagement. My role involved leading group times, supporting personal care through nappy changing, and consistently contributing as a reliable, punctual team member. I documented children's progress using eLearning journals, enhancing reflective practice and strengthening communication with families. To support language development, I introduced a 'Song of the Month' initiative and actively contributed to the nursery's lending library, helping ensure children had access to a diverse range of books that fostered literacy and enjoyment.
Leader in Charge
Kilmacolm Play Scheme
07.2024 - 08.2024
- From July to August 2024, I served as Summer Play Scheme Leader at Kilmacolm Play Scheme, overseeing the daily management and coordination of the programme to ensure smooth, effective delivery. I created a safe, nurturing environment through structured play and led a team of adult play leaders, ensuring children's individual needs were met through consistent communication and supervision. I proactively planned diverse activities to enrich the children's experience, including bake sales, themed dress-up days, visits from local firefighters, and a neon disco party. The programme concluded with a McDonald's Fun Day, which received enthusiastic feedback from children and families. Through these initiatives, I fostered creativity, social interaction, and community engagement while maintaining high standards of professionalism and care.
Student
Newark Nursery School
10.2023 - 06.2024
- During my NC Childhood Practice placement at Newark Nursery, I collaborated closely with staff to maintain a safe, nurturing environment that supported children's well-being and development. I prioritised building trusting relationships with children, fostering meaningful connections through consistent engagement. Each week, I planned and delivered activities aligned with the Curriculum for Excellence, promoting learning and skill development. I documented these activities and provided written evaluations to reflect on their impact and effectiveness. My role also included supporting lunch routines to encourage social interaction and engaging in open, positive communication with parents to strengthen the nursery experience for children and families.
Dotcom and Checkouts
Tesco
11.2023 - 01.2024
- During my temporary Christmas role at Tesco, I gained experience across two departments: Dotcom and Checkouts.
- In the Dotcom department, I was responsible for efficiently picking and packing customers' online shopping orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. In the Checkouts department, I provided direct customer support by scanning items, packing, and helping customers place their shopping into trolleys when needed. Through these roles, I developed strong attention to detail, customer service skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment during the busy holiday season.
Sales Assistant
Ardgowan Hospice
03.2018 - 03.2018
- As part of my high school work experience in 2018, I spent two weeks at Ardgowan Hospice, gaining hands-on retail and inventory management skills. In the back room, I counted and recorded incoming stock, ensuring accurate inventory tracking. On the shop floor, I assisted customers at the tills, processed transactions, and helped maintain a well-presented retail space by organising and displaying stock. Through this experience, I developed attention to detail, customer service skills, and an understanding of retail operations in a charitable setting.
Education
Access 3 - Geography
Port Glasgow High School
Level 4 - Employability
Port Glasgow High School
Port Glasgow National 4 - Mathematics, English, Religion Education, Numeracy
Port Glasgow High School
Port GlasgowNational 5 - PE (Physical education) - C, Drama - C, English - C
Port Glasgow High School
Port GlasgowLevel 5 - Numeracy, Understanding Mental Health Issues
West College Scotland
Level 6 Units - Leadership, Professional Theatre Preparation, Acting and Performance, Caring For People With Dementia, Literature 1, Safeguarding People, Stress And Stress Management, First Aid, Communication, Health, Safety, and Protection Issues in Care Settings
West College Scotland
Level 6 - NC Childhood Practice
West College Scotland
Level 7 - HNC Childhood Practice – A
West College Scotland
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Organisation
- Time Management
- Childcare Experience
- Adaptability
- Team building and training
- Leadership development
- Child development knowledge
- Activity coordination
- Curriculum knowledge
- Childcare planning
- Trustworthy
- Positive attitude
- ASN experienced
Certification
- Bookbug trained
- Childsmiled Trained
- Forest Kindergarten Trained
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Childcare Practitioner
B.A.S.K
04.2025 - 08.2025
Student
Aileymill Nursery
09.2024 - 06.2025
Leader in Charge
Kilmacolm Play Scheme
07.2024 - 08.2024
Dotcom and Checkouts
Tesco
11.2023 - 01.2024
Student
Newark Nursery School
10.2023 - 06.2024
Sales Assistant
Ardgowan Hospice
03.2018 - 03.2018
Level 5 - Numeracy, Understanding Mental Health Issues
West College Scotland
Level 6 Units - Leadership, Professional Theatre Preparation, Acting and Performance, Caring For People With Dementia, Literature 1, Safeguarding People, Stress And Stress Management, First Aid, Communication, Health, Safety, and Protection Issues in Care Settings
West College Scotland
Level 6 - NC Childhood Practice
West College Scotland
Level 7 - HNC Childhood Practice – A
West College Scotland
Access 3 - Geography
Port Glasgow High School
Level 4 - Employability
Port Glasgow High School
National 4 - Mathematics, English, Religion Education, Numeracy
Port Glasgow High School
National 5 - PE (Physical education) - C, Drama - C, English - C
Port Glasgow High School
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