Shannakay Coley-Edwards
North West London
Summary
Early Years Room Manager with a Level 3 Childcare qualification and extensive experience leading nursery environments and supporting young children’s development. Skilled in communication, early language development, and creating engaging, play-based learning experiences that support children’s confidence and social skills. Experienced in leading teams, maintaining high standards of care, and building strong partnerships with families. Passionate about supporting young learners in developing English language skills within nurturing and structured environments. Currently seeking an opportunity within a bilingual or international setting in Sardinia.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Room Manager
N Family Club
Dollis Hill
2025.10 - 2026.04
- Lead daily operations ensuring a safe, nurturing environment. Support children’s communication and language development. Plan engaging activities, mentor staff, build parent relationships, and ensure safeguarding compliance.
Deputy Room Leader
Fennies Day Nursery
Brentford / Ealing
2025.04 - 2025.10
- Supported operations, planning, and staff supervision. Delivered activities supporting early communication skills and maintained high standards.
Childcare Practitioner
Fennies Day Nursery
2023.02 - 2025.04
- Planned activities for ages 0–2. Supported early language development and built strong relationships with children and families.
Childcare Practitioner
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery
Kenton, Harrow
2021.09 - 2022.06
- Supported children aged 0–5, promoted positive behaviour, supported SEN, and communicated with parents.
Education
Level 3 Diploma - Early Years Workforce
Uxbridge College
2021.01 - 1 2022
Skills
- Early language & communication development
- Creating engaging, play-based learning activities
- Behaviour management & classroom organisation
- Team leadership & staff development
- Safeguarding & child protection
- Planning, observation & assessment
- Supporting children with additional needs (SEN)
- Building positive relationships with families
- Creating inclusive, stimulating learning environments
Additional information
- Fluent English speaker
- Strong understanding of early child development
- Available to relocate to Cagliari, Sardinia for 6–12 months
- Interested in bilingual and international environments
Timeline
Room Manager
N Family Club
2025.10 - 2026.04
Deputy Room Leader
Fennies Day Nursery
2025.04 - 2025.10
Childcare Practitioner
Fennies Day Nursery
2023.02 - 2025.04
Childcare Practitioner
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery
2021.09 - 2022.06
Level 3 Diploma - Early Years Workforce
Uxbridge College
2021.01 - 1 2022