Sandra Clark

At Lochfield Early Learning and Childcare Centre my role was to support children aged 3-5 in their development.

• Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
• Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
• Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
• Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
• Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
• Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
• Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
• Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
• Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
• Gave direct instructions to manage behaviors, maintaining positive learning environments.
• Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
• Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
• Discussed behavioral issues with parents offering practical solutions for improved child development.
• Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
• Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
• Served as Key Worker for my group of children.

I took early retirement at the end of April.

I started at Paisley Children's Centre September 1987 where i was happy for many years, growing and learning throughout my time here. My duties included :

• Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
• Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
• Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
• Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
• Cared for babies from changing nappies to managing nap schedules.
• Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
• Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
• Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
• Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
• Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
• Gave direct instructions to manage behaviour, maintaining positive learning environments.
• Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
• Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
• Discussed behavioral issues with parents offering practical solutions for improved child development.
• Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
• Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
• Served as Key Person 8+ children.

During my time here I also attended child protection meetings ,case reviews and case conferences working closely with all agencies involved with the children.

I worked closely with parents and ran several Incredible Years groups helping reduce children's aggression and behavioral problems and increasing competence at home nursery and school.