S0phie Lewis

Nursery Manager and SENCo

Little Smarties Nursery

Chelmsford, Essex

09.2018 - Current

Handled recruitment process for new staff, ensuring best fit for nursery needs.
Led team meetings effectively to discuss developmental concerns or improvements in teaching strategies.
Administered first aid when required, guaranteeing child safety at all times.
Implemented government guidelines on Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum within the nursery setting.
Conducted employee training sessions for enhanced service provision in the nursery.
Delivered regular updates to parents about their child's day-to-day experiences at the nursery.
Regularly updated child records accurately reflecting current developmental stage and any special requirements.
Reinforced a positive learning atmosphere with effective behaviour management techniques.
Maintained clean and hygienic facilities, prioritising health of children under care.
Coordinated with external agencies for additional support services as needed by children or families.
Fostered strong relationships with parents to improve communication regarding child progress.
Managed parental concerns professionally whilst maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
Provided safe and stimulating environment for children, promoting their learning and development.
Ensured compliance with Ofsted regulations by managing daily nursery operations diligently.
Dealt calmly with emergency situations, ensuring overall safety of children and staff members.
Developed high-quality childcare programmes by implementing educational and enrichment activities.
Secured resources such as toys or teaching materials that promote early childhood education within budget constraints.
Applied paediatric first aid and managed incidents with calm and composure.
Planned logistics of nursery routine and local excursions, managing sufficient ratios and rotas.
Attended regular training opportunities to expand professional knowledge and further career progression.
Worked in partnership with parents to address and resolve attendance, behaviour and progress issues.
Built and nourished excellent relationships with parents and carers by maintaining email correspondence and scheduling termly meetings.
Managed team of 20 staff members within nursery setting.
Delivered rich learning opportunities for children with diverse abilities.
Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.
Submitted written reports to parents detailing progress and development of children.
Demonstrated intercultural awareness for inclusive care provisions.
Developed activities to stimulate children's educational engagement.
Developed individualised learning plans by consulting with psychologists, social workers and medical professionals.
Fostered inclusive learning environments for all students through the implementation of differentiated teaching strategies.
Held regular parent-teacher meetings discussing individual progress and future learning goals.
Collaborated with other teachers and parents to support student needs, improved overall academic performance as a result.
Employed therapeutic techniques for managing behavioural issues among children, resulted in more peaceful learning environment for all.
Administered special education strategies during mainstream classes, ensuring integration of SEN students into regular schooling system.
Ensured compliance with statutory SEN regulations whilst planning and delivering lessons.
Assisted students with physical disabilities during school hours, ensured safe mobility around school premises at all times.
Conducted assessments to determine students' abilities, developed personalised lesson plans accordingly.
Managed student behaviour, intervening in crisis situations to resolve conflicts.
Offered guidance and advice to parents on educational and social matters relating to SEN students.
Set clear short-term and long-term goals to help SEN student progression.
Met with other professionals to discuss individual student needs and progress.
Provided personal and medical care for students as required.
Ran training sessions and supported all staff in understanding needs of SEN pupils.
Encouraged good behaviour through positive reinforcement and incentives.
Devised individualised learning plans and targets for students based on observation and progress.

Summary

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Work history

Nursery Manager and SENCo

Primary school teacher

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with ITT

GCSE & A-levels - A-Levels: English Literature, Theatre Studies and Geography

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Nursery Manager and SENCo

Primary school teacher

Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with ITT

GCSE & A-levels - A-Levels: English Literature, Theatre Studies and Geography

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