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Shalan Greenhalgh

Hyde ,Cheshire

Summary

Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner. Nurturing social, creative and educational development in children. Applies proven expertise in child behaviour management to provide safe, positive classroom spaces for enriching learning experiences. Talented early years professional skilled in developing confident, competent pupils. Devised and delivered educational activities to encourage positive self-expression and growth. Caring and compassionate to create safe, nurturing learning environments. Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Proactive and caring worker with 7+ years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Years Practitioner

Rainbow Corner Playgroup
Hyde , Cheshire
06.2017 - Current
  • Adapted activities to support Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils.
  • Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
  • Gave direct instructions to manage behaviour, maintaining positive learning environments.
  • Thoroughly cleaned and disinfected play areas to control health risks.
  • Applied Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework knowledge to drive curriculum attainment.
  • Tracked and assessed learning journeys using Nursery Management Software.
  • Communicated daily observations with guardians, maintaining detailed development records.
  • Served as Key Person.
  • Discussed behavioural issues with parents offering practical solutions for improved child development.
  • Established rapport with families and delivered comprehensive progress reports.
  • Conducted risk assessments for activities to uphold Health and Safety.
  • Implemented Safeguarding Procedures to monitor and protect children.
  • Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
  • Coordinated age-appropriate activities to enhance learning development, including art, music and physical pursuits.
  • Managed and administered medications and minor first aid treatments, prioritising child safety and wellbeing.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
  • Monitored interactions within group settings, encouraging sharing and cooperation to facilitate positive socialisation.
  • Used phonics to build reading and writing skills.
  • Helped children learn numeracy skills using counting games.

Deputy nursery manager

Michild
Stockport
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Supported Nursery Manager in various administrative duties to ensure smooth operations.
  • Managed challenging behaviour with empathetic and consistent strategies, fostering emotional literacy among children.
  • Developed staffs teams knowledge of purposeful planning, ensuring an engaging curriculum for children.
  • Provided effective leadership for junior staff, promoting a positive work culture.
  • Collaborated with colleagues in planning special events, creating memorable experiences for children and parents alike.
  • Upheld all regulatory requirements for early years education, maintaining high quality service provision.
  • Contributed to team meetings with insightful ideas for continuous improvement.
  • Ensured safety of children through regular risk assessments and monitoring.
  • Established strong parent relationships to promote transparent communication about child development.
  • Assisted in recruitment processes, contributing to a skilled and competent workforce.
  • Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
  • Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.
  • Kept accurate learning journey records, sharing updates with parents and carers for cohesive childcare.
  • Safeguarded children appropriately to meet legal requirements.
  • Liaised with external social service provisions for excellent care continuity.

Third in charge

Michild
Manchester
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Participated in regular meetings with senior management, providing valuable input into decision making process..
  • Motivated team members, resulting in improved morale and performance..
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by supervising a team of employees.
  • Assisted in ensuring high quality workforce.
  • Handled difficult situations calmly, maintaining professional environment at all times.
  • Worked closely with other managers to achieve company objectives.

Deputy Nursery Manager

Rainbow Corner Playgroup
03.2020 - 07.2023
  • Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
  • Led staff meetings.
  • Led supervisions and filled out all the relevant documents
  • Inputted funding
  • Managed invoices
  • Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Early childhood

Tameside College
09.2017

A-Levels - Public Services

Hyde Clarendon College
07.2014

GCSEs - 5 GCSEs A* - C

Alder Community High School
07.2012

Skills

  • Lesson and activity planning
  • Childhood development reporting
  • Curriculum knowledge
  • Meal preparation
  • Behaviour management
  • Hygiene control
  • Diligent supervision
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Parent and caregiver relations
  • Medication assistance
  • Activity planning
  • Gross and fine motor skills
  • Progress monitoring
  • Parent communication
  • Student records management
  • Basic clerical knowledge
  • Special education
  • Professional caregiver
  • Daycare management
  • Lesson Planning
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Child development

Certificates

  • First aid trained
  • SENDCO trained
  • Food hygiene
  • Safeguarding
  • FGM
  • DSL

Timeline

Deputy nursery manager

Michild
09.2024 - 03.2025

Third in charge

Michild
04.2024 - 08.2024

Deputy Nursery Manager

Rainbow Corner Playgroup
03.2020 - 07.2023

Early Years Practitioner

Rainbow Corner Playgroup
06.2017 - Current

NVQ Level 3 - Early childhood

Tameside College

A-Levels - Public Services

Hyde Clarendon College

GCSEs - 5 GCSEs A* - C

Alder Community High School
Shalan Greenhalgh