Jess

My Summary

My Experience

I have over 10 years of professional experience working with children across various stages of development.
Holding a Level 3 Qualification in Childcare, I combine my formal training with a decade of hands-on experience to provide high-quality, reliable care.
My journey in childcare has allowed me to:
• Commitment to Professional Growth:
I pride myself on keeping my knowledge current.
I regularly attend training sessions, refresh my core qualifications, and tune into childminding webinars to stay at the forefront of early years education.
• Council Collaboration:
I meet regularly with the Early Years team at the local Council. This ensures I am always up-to-date with the latest legislation, safeguarding updates, and local authority guidelines.
• Expertly Implement the EYFS: I have a deep understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, ensuring every child meets their developmental milestones through purposeful play and themed learning.
• Balance Professionalism with Parenthood: As a mother to two children (aged 11 and 13), I bring a unique "real-world" perspective to my practice. I understand the importance of routine, nutrition, and the emotional support children need to feel secure.
• Diverse Care Skills: Over the last decade, I have worked with a wide range of ages and personalities, allowing me to adapt my care style to suit each individual child’s temperament and interests.
My experience has taught me that children thrive when they feel safe, heard, and inspired. I use my expertise to create a setting that is not just a childcare service, but a place where children truly belong.

My Qualifications

I am fully Ofsted Registered and committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, wellbeing, and education. My qualifications include:

• Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce: Providing a deep professional foundation in child development and high-quality early years care.

• 12-Hour Paediatric First Aid: Fully trained to manage emergencies and ensure the physical safety of all children (Ofsted compliant).

• Safeguarding & Child Protection: Training completed directly through the Torbay Safeguarding Children Partnership (TSCP) to ensure I am aligned with the most recent local and national safety protocols.

• Enhanced DBS Check: Held by myself and all adult members of my household.

• NCFE CACHE Level 2 in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent: Specialized training in recognizing risks and protecting children.

Specialized Childminding Training (Access to Childminding):
I have completed a comprehensive suite of professional training covering the essential pillars of expert childminding:
• Learning & Development: Expertly implementing the EYFS to support each child’s progress.
• Welfare Requirements & Health and Safety: Maintaining a fully secure, safe, and compliant home setting.
• Food Hygiene: Ensuring safe, hygienic, and healthy meal preparation.
Ongoing Professional Development:

I am proactive about staying at the cutting edge of the Early Years sector:

• Supporting Behaviour: Specialized training in positive behavior management and emotional support.

• Channel General
Awareness: Training in the government’s Prevent strategy.

• Continuous Learning:
I regularly attend Torbay Council Early Years briefings and national webinars to ensure my knowledge of legislation and best practices is always up to date.

My Availability

I have availability for a baby.

My Fees

• Childminding from £7.00 per hour

Enquire for Early Years fees.