Suzanne Ibbotson
Tunbridge Wells,Kent
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate Early Years manager, I have accumulated several years of diverse experience across various roles. My primary focus is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, where they feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore their curiosity. I am particularly skilled in fostering positive relationships with both children and their parents, understanding that effective communication and partnership are essential in supporting each child's development. Additionally I am an advocate for outdoor learning as an integral part of education, recognizing its vital role in supporting children’s holistic growth and development. Through my dedication and expertise, I strive to enhance the learning experiences of every child in my care, ensuring they thrive.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Manager Rain or Shine Forest Preschool
Rain or Shine Forest Preschool
Leigh, Kent
2018.09 - Current
- Managing an Ofsted registered outdoor forest preschool four days a week
- Lead, mentor and support staff in delivering exceptional care and educational experiences for children
- Develop and implement age-appropriate, inclusive activities to promote learning through play
- In the moment planning and scaffolding following the children's individual interests
- Communicating with the parents and carers of the children, providing updates on progress and addressing any concerns
- Working as a DSL to ensuring all safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed, acting as the primary point of contact for reporting any concerns about a child's welfare and providing staff of safeguarding training
- Foster positive relationships with staff, parents and children
- Working at the forest school holiday club for children aged 5-9
- Working once a week at the home ed group for children aged 2-7
- Recruiting new staff - conducting interviews
Retail sales associate/Personal Stylist
Hoopers
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
2014.10 - 2018.09
- Offering a personal and professional service to customers
- Maintaining high standards and levels of customer service and care
- Handling high ticket sales, orders and telephone calls
- Assisting in the organisation of fashion shows and events
- Organising and carrying out one to one personal styling appointments
Cabin Crew
Monarch Airlines
Gatwick Airport, West Sussex
2006.07 - 2014.10
- Maintaining composure under pressure while handling multiple responsibilities on long-haul and short-haul flights resulting in high-quality service delivery.
- Contributing to high customer satisfaction levels via exceptional interpersonal skills and attention to detail during in-flight services delivery.
- Collaborating effectively with other crew members to provide seamless service, improving overall flight experience.
- Working long and irregular hours
- Interviewing assesing
- Office duties
Nanny
Private Employer
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
2002.01 - 2005.07
- Responsible for sole charge care of two children aged 1 and 3
- Creating a safe and stimulating environment
- Engaging the children in age appropriate activities to foster learning and development
- Working together with parents
Education
NPQ - Early Years Leadership and Management
The Ambition Institute
Tunbridge Wells 2023.09 - 2025.06
Level 3 - Forest School Leader
Laser
Bedgebury Goudhurst 2019.10 - 2022.02
BTEC National Diploma - Nursery Nursing/Caring
Orpington College
England 1992.09 - 1994.07
Level 2 - Understanding Children's and Young People's Mental Health
Oaklands College
St Albans, Hertfordshire 2023.08 - 2024.01
GCSEs - English language, English Literature, Maths, Spanish, French, Geography, RE and Home Studies
St Mary's and St Joseph's RC School
Sidcup Kent 1987.09 - 1992.06
Skills
Great communication skills
Warm friendly personality
Empathetic
Organised
Enhanced DBS
First Aid level 3
Affiliations
- Cooking, reading, keeping fit, walking
Timeline
NPQ - Early Years Leadership and Management
The Ambition Institute
2023.09 - 2025.06
Level 2 - Understanding Children's and Young People's Mental Health
Oaklands College
2023.08 - 2024.01
Level 3 - Forest School Leader
Laser
2019.10 - 2022.02
Manager Rain or Shine Forest Preschool
Rain or Shine Forest Preschool
2018.09 - Current
Retail sales associate/Personal Stylist
Hoopers
2014.10 - 2018.09
Cabin Crew
Monarch Airlines
2006.07 - 2014.10
Nanny
Private Employer
2002.01 - 2005.07
BTEC National Diploma - Nursery Nursing/Caring
Orpington College
1992.09 - 1994.07
GCSEs - English language, English Literature, Maths, Spanish, French, Geography, RE and Home Studies
St Mary's and St Joseph's RC School
1987.09 - 1992.06