Sammy Gowrie
Altrin,Cheshire
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with comprehensive childcare qualifications and a clear DBS check. Demonstrates a deep understanding of the EYFS framework and nursery curriculum, supported by safeguarding training and knowledge of safeguarding procedures. Recognised for patience, resilience, and effective communication skills. A team player with paediatric first aid certification, committed to fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
16040
16040
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior nursery nurse
Kids Planet Hale
Altrincham, Trafford
09.2018 - Current
- Administered first-aid as required, prioritised child health and safety at all times.
- Assisted in the child assessment process, provided valuable insights into individual growth and development.
- Created detailed reports on each child's progress which enabled tailored learning plans,.
- Created a happy, safe and stimulating learning environment for children.
- Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
- Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
- Tracked and assessed learning journeys.
After school leader
Kids Collective
Altrincham, Trafford
06.2013 - 08.2018
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Transported children to and from school in line with set schedule.
- Coordinated children's movements between school property and off-site activities.
- Role-modelled desired behaviours, habits and actions.
- Created and maintained welcoming, safe and tidy space to promote children's development.
- Managed a small team of 4.
Nursery nurse
Kids Planet Hale
Altrincham, Trafford
10.2009 - 08.2012
- Helped children with personal hygiene needs and taught young children to independently complete care tasks.
- Maintained records of children's daily activities, meals and medications administered.
- Regularly utilised multi-tasking expertise to ensure multiple children's needs were effectively met.
- Maintained welcoming, age-appropriate classroom environment.
- Passionately promoted learning through play for optimum child development.
Nursery nurse
Homelands Day Nursery
Altrincham, Trafford
09.2005 - 10.2009
- Guided positive behaviour amongst children through role-modelling appropriate actions and manners.
- Liaised effectively with colleagues during shift changes; guaranteed seamless continuity of care for all children.
- Implemented nursery policies consistently; maintained standards expected by management team.
- Passionately promoted learning through play for optimum child development.
Education
GCSEs - Textiles
School
Altrincham, TraffordGCSEs - English
School
AltrinchamGCSEs - French
School
AltrinchamGCSEs - Health and Social Care
School
Altrincham, TraffordGCSEs - Mathematics
School
AltrinchamGCSEs - Science
School
AltrinchamGCSEs - Information and Communication Technology
School
Altrincham, TraffordLevel 3 diploma - Online learning centre
City & Guilds
SaleSkills
- Childcare qualifications
- Understanding of EYFS
- Clear DBS check
- Safeguarding training
- Patience and resilience
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Nursery curriculum understanding
- Team player
- Paediatric First Aid
- Effective communicator
Accomplishments
In 2011 I was nominated and shortlisted for newcomer of the year and got to attend the awards dinner and presentation along with my management team.
In 2023 I was nominated and shortlisted for practitioner of the year at the Kids Planet yearly awards.
Affiliations
- In my spare time I love to spend time with family and friends, we particuly love spending time outdoors. Each Wednesday I volunteer to help run a Rainbows (girl guiding) group
Timeline
Senior nursery nurse
Kids Planet Hale
09.2018 - Current
After school leader
Kids Collective
06.2013 - 08.2018
Nursery nurse
Kids Planet Hale
10.2009 - 08.2012
Nursery nurse
Homelands Day Nursery
09.2005 - 10.2009
GCSEs - Textiles
School
GCSEs - English
School
GCSEs - French
School
GCSEs - Health and Social Care
School
GCSEs - Mathematics
School
GCSEs - Science
School
GCSEs - Information and Communication Technology
School
Level 3 diploma - Online learning centre
City & Guilds
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