Sophie Skinner
Summary
Providing comprehensive household management and stellar childcare has been my passion for almost ten years. I am adept at creating a structured, nurturing, and vibrant environment for children and adults alike. I am highly reliable in managing household staff, coordinating daily schedules, and ensuring the smooth running of all household operations.
I am a natural communicator, both verbally and in writing, as well as having an enthusiastic and friendly nature. I have a proven ability to foster strong relationships with families and children, maintaining high standards of organisation, discretion. I am incredibly committed to supporting the emotional, social, and educational development of children while effectively managing the intricacies of a busy household.
On a personal level, I love being in the kitchen and maintaining an active lifestyle is also extremely important to me. I partake in run clubs when possible and kick most weekends off with a pilates class! I would regard myself as detail oriented and capable in all aspects of my life and pride myself on putting others before myself.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
House Manager
James & Lauren Stuart
Notting Hill, London
2023.01 - Current
- Weekly calendar management for all family members, including organising other members of household staff
- Scheduling and adjusting reservations/meetings/appointments on a daily basis
- Household administration tasks such as paying bills on time, booking children’s extra curricular activities, arranging and overseeing contractors
- Preparing nutritious meals and snacks for the whole family on a daily basis as well as batch cooking
- General out of the house errands such as dry cleaning, returning orders, shopping
- Organising events, particularly children’s birthday parties and executing these to a high standard.
- Managing inventory and ordering supplies accordingly to ensure smooth running of the household
- Organising children’s wardrobes, rotating garments seasonally and selling/donating any items that are no longer useful
- Creating detailed packing lists and preparing for trips as well as assisting on vacations
Private Nanny
Charlie & Jordan McDermott
Kensington, London
2020.09 - 2023.01
- Predominantly sole care of an 18 month old with some shared care whilst Mum was on maternity leave and subsequently caring for a newborn
- I was fully integrated into the family and alongside my usual nanny duties, I supported Mum throughout her pregnancy and then breastfeeding whilst also helping with implementing effective sleep training and routines
- Developed an incredibly strong bond with toddler and organised daily stimulating activities for him including lots of fun playdates, classes, trips out and party planning
- Performed day-to-day errands including shopping, organising cleaning and laundry, to flexibly cater to parents' needs.
Nanny/Personal Assistant
Imogen Hewing
Bath, Somerset
2018.04 - 2020.09
- Provision of sole care for a 6 month old girl (on commencement)
- Responsible for successfully introducing bottle-feeding to the baby who had previously only been breastfed
- During my tenure, the baby was diagnosed with a number of allergies, so I was responsible for researching and preparing nutritious meal plans whilst avoiding a number of food products
- Helping to regulate the child’s nap routine by being consistent on timings and approach
- Planning stimulating activities each day, ensuring a range of educational and developmental activities were undertaken throughout the week
- Running errands, arranging household grocery orders and purchases, organising household repairs, planning and booking holiday itineraries and managing household bills
- Undertaking admin and secretarial support for the busy Mum, booking flights, supervising and instructing other household staff or workers
Private Nanny
Brian & Heidi Johnson
Bath, Somerset
2016.06 - 2018.04
- Sole charge of a family with children aged 5 years, 3 years and 1 year
- The eldest had Cystic Fibrosis, which meant that I was responsible for administering her medication on a daily basis as well as attending regular hospital visits on behalf of her parents
- I provided stability in the children’s lives alongside managing the school and social calendars
- Responsible for potty training, using a child-led approach where I encouraged using lots of positive reinforcement
- I consistently organised creative activities and outdoor opportunities for the children to stimulate their development whilst always ensuring parents were updated on their day via a written log and daily photographs
- I organised play dates and age appropriate classes for the children and assisted with homework
- Prepared healthy and nutritious meals with consideration to good cystic fibrosis diet (one that is high in calories and fat)
- Organising fun seasonal events and children’s birthday parties
Education
BA (Hons) in Early Years Development and Learning -
Norland College
Bath /2013 - /2016
A-Levels - Health and Social Care, Media Studies, Computer Studies
Kingdown School
/2011 - /2013
GCSEs -
Kingdown School
/2006 - /2011
Skills
- Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills
- Fantastic time management and ability to prioritise tasks on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Exceptionally computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proven discretion and confidentiality
- Hard working with plenty of initiative and able to easily identify needs
- Highly proactive and self-motivated
- Professional demeanour and strong work ethic alongside outgoing nature
Certification
Dec 2022 12 hour Paediatric First Aid
May 2016 Baby Massage
May 2016 Tae Kwon-Do and Self Defence Workshop
October 2015 Sleep Soundly Sleep workshop
April 2014 AGA Training
October 2013 Drama Skills workshop
October 2013 Food Hygiene Level 2
Working with Children Check
Clean full driving licence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
House Manager
James & Lauren Stuart
2023.01 - Current
Private Nanny
Charlie & Jordan McDermott
2020.09 - 2023.01
Nanny/Personal Assistant
Imogen Hewing
2018.04 - 2020.09
Private Nanny
Brian & Heidi Johnson
2016.06 - 2018.04
BA (Hons) in Early Years Development and Learning -
Norland College
/2013 - /2016
A-Levels - Health and Social Care, Media Studies, Computer Studies
Kingdown School
/2011 - /2013
GCSEs -
Kingdown School
/2006 - /2011