Zoe Kearsley
Piltdown,East Sussex
Summary
Neuroscience masters graduate with a strong interest in clinical neuroscience and extensive experience in childcare. Proven ability to create engaging learning environments and support children with special educational needs. Committed to applying strong organisational and communication skills to enhance children's development and well-being.
Advanced DBS and paediatric first aid.
Safeguarding and SEND course certificates.
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in management and leadership, organisational skills, and customer service. Proven track record in teamwork and collaboration, problem solving, and effective communication. Expertise in teaching and training, sales and retail, supervisory roles, childcare and early years education, as well as SEND 1:1 care.
Adept at cash handling and transactions. Committed to leveraging skills to drive team success and enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
49
49
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Supervisor
Kudize Club Ltd-Hassocks
2025.01 - 2026.06
- Promotion within current company.
- Led the day-to-day running of breakfast and after school club sessions, ensuring a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for children aged 4-11.
- Supervised a team of play workers, delegated tasks, and provided support to maintain high standards of care and engagement.
- Planned and coordinated creative activities, games, and themed sessions to promote learning through play.
- Communicated effectively with parents, carers, and school staff, addressing queries and sharing updates on children’s well-being and development.
- Ensured compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and club policies, completing necessary records and incident reports as required.
Assistant groom (Family Business)
Kearsley Equine Services
Piltdown, East Sussex
2024.01 - Current
- Family business.
- Handled young horses gently, fostering trust between animal and handler.
- Supported high standards of animal welfare by adhering to regulations set by British Horse Society.
- Assisted in training sessions with horses, enhancing performance and behaviour.
- Provided aid to veterinarians during examinations, contributing to the diagnosis of health issues.
- Coordinated transportation logistics for horses during shows, ensuring safe travel conditions.
- Executed daily duties accurately and efficiently.
- Observed horse behaviour for signs of distress or illness and provided necessary medical intervention.
- Established feeding schedules to ensure balanced nutrition for horses.
- Administered prescribed medication, promoting optimal health for horses.
- Contributed to breeding programmes by ensuring proper care for mares and foals.
- Assisted in the stud's daily routine, ensuring optimal health and wellbeing.
Play Worker
Kudize Club Ltd-Sussex
2024.01 - 2025.01
- Supervised and engaged children aged 4-11 in a range of fun, safe, and age-appropriate activities during before and after-school sessions.
- Planned creative play opportunities, including arts, crafts, games, and outdoor play to support social and emotional development.
- Built positive relationships with children, parents, and school staff, fostering a welcoming and inclusive club environment.
- Promoted safe play and well-being, following safeguarding procedures and maintaining a clean, secure play space.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth daily operations and high-quality care for all children.
Coach
NEAT-Epsom
2023.07 - 2024.09
- Delivered fun, engaging, and age-appropriate sports sessions for children, promoting physical activity, teamwork, and confidence.
- Planned and led activities that developed coordination, motor skills, and a love for fitness in a safe and supportive environment.
- Managed groups of children effectively, ensuring high energy sessions while maintaining safety and behavior standards.
- Built positive relationships with children, parents, and staff, creating a welcoming and inclusive club culture.
- Supported club events, holiday camps, and special activities as part of a collaborative coaching team.
Race academy Instructor
TeamSport Indoor Karting-Crawley
2023.09 - 2024.01
- Race academy instructor for beginner or advanced children interested in competing within 'Formula 4' between the ages of 8-15.
- Delivered structured coaching sessions to junior and adult drivers, focusing on racing techniques, safety, and performance improvement.
- Created a positive and engaging learning environment tailored to individual driver needs and skill levels.
- Conducted pre-session briefings, on-track instruction, and post-session feedback to enhance driver development.
- Ensured all activities met health and safety regulations, maintaining high standards of professionalism and customer care.
- Collaborated with the wider track team to support race events, academy progression, and driver retention initiatives.
Marshal
TeamSport Indoor Karting-Crawley
2023.09 - 2024.01
- Ensured the safety of customers during karting sessions by monitoring track activity and enforcing safety protocols.
- Provided clear instructions and briefings to drivers before and after races.
- Assisted with basic kart maintenance and ensured equipment was race-ready.
- Delivered excellent customer service in a high-energy, team-focused environment.
- Supported event operations, including handling bookings and managing group sessions.
Receptionist
Surbiton Raceway-Epsom
2023.05 - 2023.12
- Served as the first point of contact for customers, handling enquiries, bookings, and check-ins with professionalism and efficiency.
- Managed phone, email, and in-person communication to coordinate race schedules and group events.
- Processed payments, issued race licenses, and ensured accurate record-keeping using booking systems and POS software.
- Provided information on safety procedures and race day expectations, delivering excellent customer service at all times.
- Collaborated with track staff to ensure smooth race operations and an outstanding customer experience.
Brownie Leader
8th Epsom Brownies-Epsom
2019.03 - 2022.08
- Planned and led weekly sessions for girls aged 7-10, delivering fun and educational activities in line with the Girlguiding programme.
- Created a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment, encouraging confidence, independence, and teamwork among members.
- Organised special events, outings, and community projects, managing logistics and liaising with parents and other volunteers.
- Supported young members in earning badges and achieving personal goals through creative and engaging experiences.
- Ensured all activities followed safeguarding and health & safety guidelines, maintaining strong communication with parents and Girl guiding staff.
Work Experience Placement - Psychology
Springpod-Epsom
2021.06 - 2021.07
- Completed activities and work assignments to develop skills and knowledge and covered a range of crucial topics and skills.
- Met professionals in live workshops and was able to ask them questions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail whilst completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
Work Experience Placement - Medicine
Springpod-Epsom
2021.01 - 2021.02
- Thursday clinics - Completed a four week online course covering the Emergency Department, Psychiatry, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated strong organisational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity whilst tackling difficult tasks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast paced environment.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Trading assistant
Sainsburys Kiln Lane-Epsom
2020.11 - 2021.01
- During the pandemic - Stocking shelves and creating displays for shoppers to create the best shopping experience during a difficult period for everyone. Assisting in food distribution.
Work Experience Placement - Medicine
Springpod-Epsom
2020.11 - 2020.12
- Thursday clinics - Completed a four-week online course covering Neurology, Cardiology, General surgery, and Infectious disease.
- Demonstrated strong organisational and time management skills whilst managing multiple projects.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Front of House Waitress
Miniature Restaurant-Epsom
2017.12 - 2020.01
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment, greeting and seating customers, taking orders, and delivering food and drinks.
- Maintained a high standard of cleanliness and organisation, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable dining experience for guests.
- Assisted in managing reservations, answering phone inquiries, and ensuring efficient table turnover.
- Worked collaboratively with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Handled customer feedback, resolving concerns promptly and professionally to ensure customer satisfaction.
Education
Master's degree - Neuroscience
University of Sussex
Falmer 2022.09 - 2026.06
A Level - Psychology
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2020.09 - 2022.06
A Level - Biology
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2020.09 - 2022.06
AS Level - Extended Project Qualification
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2020.09 - 2022.06
A Level - Chemistry
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSE - English literature
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Spanish
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Geography
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - English Language
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Physical Education
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Combined Science
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - History
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Mathematics
Rosebery School
Epsom, Surrey 2015.09 - 2020.06
Skills
Childcare and early years education
Organizational skills
SEND 1:1 care
Care plans and risk assessment experience
Customer service and support
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem solving
Teaching and training
Supervisory experience
Effective communication
Certification
- Environments in Early Years April 2025 to Present
- Positive Behaviour in Early Years April 2025 to Present
- COSHH (control of substances hazardous to health) March 2025 to Present
- Handling Conflict September 2024 to Present
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate September 2024 to Present
- Autism Awareness September 2024 to Present
- Allergens awareness September 2024 to Present
- Safeguarding Certification February 2024 to Present
- Advanced DBS check January 2024 to Present
- Full UK Driving Licence September 2021 to Present
- Paediatric First Aid Certification April 2024 to April 2027
Languages
Spanish - Beginner
English - Fluent
Awards
- EPQ A* - June 2022, focused on Fibromyalgia due to personal experience and the curability of the condition. Bronze Duke of Edinburgh June 2020
- Currently in the process of publishing a research paper with Dr Iris Asllani at the University of Sussex related to isometric contraction of the forearm and how we can relate this to mechanisms seen within chronic conditions such as MS and Parkinson's.
Personal Interests / Achievements
- Involved in the family business of retraining and breeding racehorses.
- Regularly attend events with friends and enjoy long walks / hikes in the Sussex countryside.
- Achieved full marks (A*) in the Extended Project Qualification during my A-Levels.
- Played for Surrey County Netball in the 2023 season.
- Science and Psychology Prefect.
- Head of School House. (2020)
- Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award.
Timeline
Supervisor
Kudize Club Ltd-Hassocks
2025.01 - 2026.06
Assistant groom (Family Business)
Kearsley Equine Services
2024.01 - Current
Play Worker
Kudize Club Ltd-Sussex
2024.01 - 2025.01
Race academy Instructor
TeamSport Indoor Karting-Crawley
2023.09 - 2024.01
Marshal
TeamSport Indoor Karting-Crawley
2023.09 - 2024.01
Coach
NEAT-Epsom
2023.07 - 2024.09
Receptionist
Surbiton Raceway-Epsom
2023.05 - 2023.12
Master's degree - Neuroscience
University of Sussex
2022.09 - 2026.06
Work Experience Placement - Psychology
Springpod-Epsom
2021.06 - 2021.07
Work Experience Placement - Medicine
Springpod-Epsom
2021.01 - 2021.02
Trading assistant
Sainsburys Kiln Lane-Epsom
2020.11 - 2021.01
Work Experience Placement - Medicine
Springpod-Epsom
2020.11 - 2020.12
A Level - Psychology
Rosebery School
2020.09 - 2022.06
A Level - Biology
Rosebery School
2020.09 - 2022.06
AS Level - Extended Project Qualification
Rosebery School
2020.09 - 2022.06
A Level - Chemistry
Rosebery School
2020.09 - 2022.06
Brownie Leader
8th Epsom Brownies-Epsom
2019.03 - 2022.08
Front of House Waitress
Miniature Restaurant-Epsom
2017.12 - 2020.01
GCSE - English literature
Rosebery School
2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Spanish
Rosebery School
2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Geography
Rosebery School
2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - English Language
Rosebery School
2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Physical Education
Rosebery School
2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Combined Science
Rosebery School
2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - History
Rosebery School
2015.09 - 2020.06
GCSE - Mathematics
Rosebery School
2015.09 - 2020.06