Katie

My Summary

My Experience

Professional Profile

Experienced and dedicated childcare professional with 17 years of experience supporting children, young people, and families across a variety of educational and care settings. Having spent 7 years as a Head of Year in a secondary school in Hackney, I am now seeking a rewarding career transition into childcare, bringing extensive experience, strong safeguarding knowledge, and a genuine passion for helping children thrive.

I have substantial experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers, and older children, including twins, weekend nannying, overnight newborn care, proxy parenting, and international travel with families. My background includes supporting children's educational development, including preparation for the 11+ examinations, phonics support, and working closely with children with learning difficulties and additional needs.

With a wealth of experience collaborating with families, healthcare professionals, and educational staff, I provide a caring, reliable, and nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. I am confident taking sole charge of children, managing household routines, accompanying families on domestic and international travel, and providing proxy parenting support when parents are away.

Key Experience
Newborn care and night nanny/night nurse support
Weekend nanny experience
Care of twins
Experience with infants, toddlers, and school-aged children
Proxy parenting and sole-charge care
International and domestic travel with families
Support for children preparing for 11+ examinations
17 years working with children and young people
7 years as Head of Year in a Hackney secondary school
9 years of experience supporting infants and toddlers through transitional responsibilities
Extensive experience supporting children with learning difficulties and additional needs
Strong experience working collaboratively with families and professionals
Establishing routines, supporting developmental milestones, and promoting positive behaviour
Qualifications & Training
First Aid trained
Enhanced DBS checked (15 years)
Phonics trained
iHASCO Medication Awareness Certificate
Experienced in the management and oversight of Healthcare Plans
Strong safeguarding knowledge and practice
Personal Qualities
Caring and nurturing
Trustworthy and dependable
Fun and engaging
Family-oriented
Professional and organised
Calm and adaptable
Committed and dedicated
Excellent communicator
References

An unlimited number of professional and character references are available upon request.

Committed • Caring • Experienced • Trustworthy • Fun • Family-Oriented

My Qualifications

Secondary and Higher - degree in Psychology

Abundance of DSL training

My Availability

Open to discussion

My Fees

• Babysitting from £20.00 per hour
• Nannying from £20.00 per hour (net)

Dependent on the number of children