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Sarah Hicks

Sarah Hicks

Glasgow,United Kingdom

Summary

Caring and highly experienced with nurturing personality, 28 years of experience and ready to transition into Nanny role.

Possess strong communication and organisational skills, along with natural ability to connect with children. Committed to creating safe and stimulating environment that supports children's growth and development.

Dedicated to childcare with extensive experience in new-born, toddler, child, and adolescent care. Proficient in all four key stages of the national curriculum, including Early Years Foundation education and child development. Skilled in schoolwork assistance, home tutoring, and creating educational activities tailored to individual needs. Expertise in nutritional meal preparation and allergen-free cooking ensuring children's health and well-being. Competent in handling medical emergencies and fostering mental well-being with sensitivity towards children's needs and additional needs, including experience with autistic children and adolescents and hearing impairment. Basic BSL sign language proficiency enhances communication capabilities.

Efficient in schedule management, housekeeping duties, and driving proficiency. Committed to maintaining DBS compliance while supporting children's growth and development.


Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work history

Primary Carer

Family Home
Wiltshire, Devon, Wales
01.2009 - 05.2024

Assumed total responsibility for home and primary care of five children aged 0, 1, 3, 4, and 14.

  • Nurtured love for learning through daily educational activities and structured routines.
  • Maintained a safe environment by adhering to hygiene and safety protocols.
  • Organised daily schedules, meals, and school activities, including holidays.
  • Transported children reliably to and from nursery and school.
  • Administered first aid treatments as necessary, prioritising children's safety.
  • Encouraged creativity through imaginative play to foster self-expression.
  • Administered first aid treatments when necessary, prioritising child safety at all times.
  • Assisted with homework to enhance understanding of academic subjects.

Financial Analyst, Assistant Accountant

Intel, Virgin Mobile, Axa Sunlife, MOD.
Swindon, Bristol, Corsham, Wiltshire, Bristol
05.2000 - 08.2004

Conducted analysis and reporting for internal and external stakeholders. Budget planning and risk analysis. Produced weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports to support strategic decision-making.

Assisted in developing budget plans to align with organisational goals.

Provided training and mentorship to junior team members, elevating team performance.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance

BRISTOL UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
BRISTOL
1996 - 1999

GCSEs - Accounting, Law, Mathematics

CHIPPENHAM COLLEGE
WILTSHIRE
1991 - 1996

A-Levels - Accounting, English (1 year A-Level)

CHIPPENHAM COLLEGE
WILTSHIRE
1991 - 1996

NVQ Level 2 - Secretarial Studies

CHIPPENHAM COLLEGE
WILTSHIRE
1991 - 1992

Skills

  • Complex needs sensitivity
  • Assistive technology proficiency
  • Disability awareness
  • Calm under pressure
  • Social development strategies
  • Clear communication skills
  • Activity planning expertise
  • Childcare and feeding techniques
  • Safe transportation practices
  • Behaviour management techniques
  • Autism spectrum knowledge
  • Intermediate sign language proficiency

Languages

English
Native
Spanish
Elementary
BSL British Sign Language
Elementary

Affiliations

I am active, enjoying dance, yoga, indoor climbing, swimming, horse riding and walking.

I love music, reading, cooking and traveling.

I have very basic piano skills and am improving my Intermediate Spanish language.


Timeline

Primary Carer

Family Home
01.2009 - 05.2024

Financial Analyst, Assistant Accountant

Intel, Virgin Mobile, Axa Sunlife, MOD.
05.2000 - 08.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting and Finance

BRISTOL UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
1996 - 1999

GCSEs - Accounting, Law, Mathematics

CHIPPENHAM COLLEGE
1991 - 1996

A-Levels - Accounting, English (1 year A-Level)

CHIPPENHAM COLLEGE
1991 - 1996

NVQ Level 2 - Secretarial Studies

CHIPPENHAM COLLEGE
1991 - 1992
Sarah Hicks