Samantha Milliner-Sharpe
Dursley,Glos
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with a strong foundation in early years education, specialising in EYFS understanding and safeguarding policy enforcement. Demonstrates exceptional skills in child behaviour observation, reporting, and creativity in teaching to foster engaging learning environments. Proficient in active listening, good customer service, and effective time management, ensuring a supportive and nurturing atmosphere for children. Adept at problem-solving and initiative-driven approaches to meet individual needs while maintaining high standards of care and safety.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Customer advisor
Tesco Extra
Dursley, Gloucestershire
2023.11 - 2025.06
- Stayed updated on company policies, enabling accurate information dissemination to customers.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues to resolve complex customer issues swiftly.
- Conducted regular stock checks ensuring product availability for clients at all times.
- Handled returns and exchanges diligently minimising dissatisfaction amongst clientele.
- Assisted customers in product selection, resulting in increased sales.
Nursery practitioner
Seasons Nursery
Stroud, Gloucestershire
2022.09 - 2023.10
- And I currently work at Seasons Nursery
- Assessed individual learning needs of each child; tailored teaching methods accordingly.
- Incorporated songs and rhymes into daily routines, enhancing toddlers' speech abilities.
- Managed child behaviour effectively resulting in harmonious learning environments.
- Planned educational games to stimulate cognitive growth in toddlers.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings, fostering strong communication channels between nursery and home environments.
- Enhanced emotional development of children with use of empathy-focussed group activities.
- Ensured a safe, nurturing environment for children through consistent supervision and careful monitoring of play areas.
Work Placement
Dursley C of E Primary Academy
Dursley
2021.09 - 2022.01
- I did a work placement in Dursley C of E Primary Academy for 8 months from 2021-2022
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Nursery practitioner
Partou
Gloucester
2025.07 - Current
- Adhered strictly to hygiene standards whilst preparing meals and snacks; ensured overall well-being of children.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings, fostering strong communication channels between nursery and home environments.
- Delivered high-quality childcare services, ensuring a comforting atmosphere for all attendees.
- Provided support during meal times, encouraging balanced diets for better health.
- Managed child behaviour effectively resulting in harmonious learning environments.
- Incorporated songs and rhymes into daily routines, enhancing toddlers' speech abilities.
- Prepared daily activity schedules that promoted fun-filled learning experiences for children.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Early years and education
Stroud College
09/2021 - 06/2022
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Rednock School
09/2016 - 06/2021
BA Honours - Childhood and youth studies
The Open University
09/2024 -
Skills
- Active listening
- Computer skills
- Good time management
- Initiative and problem-solving abilities
- Good customer service
- Baby care competency
- Child behaviour understanding
- Child observation and reporting
- Creativity in teaching
- EYFS understanding
- Safeguarding policy enforcement
Hobbies
Reading, Computing, Going on walks, Socialising
Timeline
Nursery practitioner
Partou
2025.07 - Current
Customer advisor
Tesco Extra
2023.11 - 2025.06
Nursery practitioner
Seasons Nursery
2022.09 - 2023.10
Work Placement
Dursley C of E Primary Academy
2021.09 - 2022.01
NVQ Level 2 - Early years and education
Stroud College
09/2021 - 06/2022
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Rednock School
09/2016 - 06/2021
BA Honours - Childhood and youth studies
The Open University
09/2024 -