Zoe Shorrock

• Providing high-quality support to vulnerable children and young adults.
• Successfully facilitating staffing teams for crisis care packages.
• Employing various sourcing methods (online job boards, LinkedIn, networking) to identify qualified candidates.
• Developing robust systems for screening and selecting profiles based on key criteria and client requirements.
• Managing temp-to-perm placements and successfully recruiting for permanent positions across various care settings.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, conducting service reviews, resolving conflicts, and providing personalised support.

Key Achievements & Recognition:

• Facilitating successful transitions of over 50 young people to permanent care settings.
• Consistently exceeding performance targets and recognized as one of the top 3 new starters in the UK within the first 6 months.
• Nominated for "Rising Star of the Year" at the yearly conference for consistent work ethic and attitude.
• Selected to deliver a bespoke training plan to an offshore team of 10 in India within my first 12 months in the business.

• Developed unique play strategies to cater to individual needs of diverse children, fostering inclusivity.
• Adapted quickly to changing circumstances ensuring continuity of care and minimal disruption for the children.
• Provided emotional support to children dealing with challenges, fostering resilience and coping mechanisms.
• Ensured child safety at all times during both indoor and outdoor play sessions.
• Created a safe space for children with careful supervision of playtime activities.
• Supported the development of better physical health for children through outdoor sports activities.
• Demonstrated excellent time management skills by successfully juggling multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising on quality of work delivered.
• Designed fun and engaging schedules, ensuring child enjoyment and interest retention throughout the day.

• Successfully established a new nursery setting, overseeing all stages from development to opening, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Guided the nursery through its first Ofsted inspection, achieving a "Good" rating.
• Managed the day-to-day operations of a busy nursery and preschool, ensuring smooth running and a high standard of care.
• Led the SENCo program for children with additional needs and learning difficulties, providing tailored support and creating a supportive learning environment.
• Fulfilled the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring the safety and well-being of children in the setting, adhering to all safeguarding policies and procedures.

• Successfully managed a busy pre-school room of 30 children and 4 staff, ensuring a positive and stimulating learning environment.
• Implemented practices and strategies to create a stable and supportive learning environment for the children.
• Participated in an Ofsted inspection, contributing to the achievement of an "Outstanding" rating.

• Worked in the youth department on a cruise ship, creating fun and engaging environments for children and young adults aged 0-18.
• Led various activities, including face painting, balloon twisting, and circus skills, to entertain and engage young guests.