Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Sophie Macdonald

Manchester ,Cheshire

Summary

Dedicated childcare professional with a nurturing personality and a strong understanding of EYFS principles. Skilled in meal assistance and creating age-appropriate activities that foster development and engagement. An active listener committed to supporting children's growth and well-being, aiming to further enhance educational environments through innovative practices.

Dedicated Nursery Practitioner committed to building fun, safe early years environments for positive learning outcomes. Develops confidence and social skills through individualised support and encouragement. Proactive and adaptable to meet changing team needs.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Nursery practitioner

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery
Timperley, Trafford
05.2025 - Current
  • Developed stronger language skills in children by implementing creative storytelling sessions.
  • Ensured a safe, nurturing environment for children through consistent supervision and careful monitoring of play areas.
  • Fostered creativity amongst young learners through organised arts and crafts sessions.
  • Participated actively in team meetings and trainings; stayed updated on latest childcare best practices.
  • Improved fine motor skills in children by introducing age-appropriate crafting activities.
  • Assisted with nap times which contributed to improved energy levels among students throughout the day.
  • Developed trusting relationships with children, parents and staff.

Assistant dance teacher

Licence to dance
Timperley, Trafford
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Assisted head instructor with choreography for annual recital.
  • Maintained a safe, supportive learning environment for all students.
  • Managed class schedules, ensuring timely start and finish of each session.
  • Enhanced students' dance skills by providing personalised instruction.
  • Collaborated with other instructors in planning and executing dance lessons.
  • Advised students on technique corrections to improve finesse.

Education

GCSEs -

Wellington High school
Timperley, Trafford
Sep 2019 - Jun 2024

Childcare level 2 - Childcare

Trafford College
Sep 2024 - Jun 2025

Skills

  • Nurturing personality
  • EYFS understanding
  • Meal assistance
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Active listener

Affiliations

  • Ballroom and Latin dancing

Accomplishments

All England finalist both solo and in partnership.

Teacher and student finals with younger children

distinctions in dance exams

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Nursery practitioner

Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery
05.2025 - Current

Assistant dance teacher

Licence to dance
06.2023 - 01.2025

GCSEs -

Wellington High school
Sep 2019 - Jun 2024

Childcare level 2 - Childcare

Trafford College
Sep 2024 - Jun 2025
Sophie Macdonald