Lauren
Nanny in Rochester
Usually responds within 12 hours
Female Member since May 2023 Last Updated Oct 2023 Last Login Mar 2024
My Summary
About Me
I am kind, creative, sensitive, nurturing and caring.
I am a reliable and punctual person, strengths which I have proven by my long term career within education. I am polite and good natured and possess good people skills, I have strong communication skills through working with people of all ages, from adults to children.
I am a good team player, maintaining positive relationships with the staff and children I work with on a daily basis. I am a very creative person, and enjoy reading a wide variety of novels in my spare time, I have always loved writing, whether making notes from books or writing short stories. I am passionate about art as a hobby, and I enjoy drawing, painting and all aspects of art and crafts, I have exhibited my work at Woodville Halls Gravesend and also at What If Gallery in Dartford. I also sell my art successfully online.
I enjoy yoga, practising mindfulness, and gardening. Being outside in nature makes me happy. I am also very organised, passionate and determined, attributes evidenced my my commitment to studying for a degree alongside full time work - and achieving the highest grades of distinction in each module so far. My creativity and background in the arts means that I like to encourage children to have fun; be uninhibited, messy and utilise art as a tool to express themselves in a positive way. I also enjoy coming up with creative activities. I feel that the wealth of expertise and knowledge I have gained working as a teaching assistant/nursery assistant across all ages ( 2-10) is a valuable asset. In this sense I am confident when interacting with children, behaviour management, and building positive relationships with them.
I always wanted to work with children. I am an older sister, and I am the oldest of 9 cousins. Ever since childhood, I have always loved to look after, help and nurture children. I am committed to being the constant friendly face in the children’s lives within my current role at school, making them smile, encouraging their learning and always listening to their point of view. I believe it is of the utmost importance to build strong relationships with children, being their positive role model and remaining a calm and secure presence within their lives – as my degree and career experience has taught me that emotional wellbeing is the building block for successful development to take place. I have enjoyed my time as a teaching assistant, however I feel that I am ready for a change and I am excited at the prospect of nurturing and helping a family to grow by becoming a Nanny. I feel this role holds less emphasis on data and academic results - and prioritises the care, guidance and nurture of children by becoming part of the family, which is what I am most passionate about.
My Experience
I have worked within the field of childcare for 8 years. I have Montessori Nursery experience, working as a key person with 2-3 year olds. I am currently employed and have worked as Teaching Assistant and HLTA, providing teaching cover within schools for the last 7 years: working with children as a responsible adult and role model, encouraging and shaping children into future positive members of our society. Teaching areas of curriculum, working with groups and leading activities, supporting the class teacher. Organising classroom and resources, keeping learning environment tidy and accessible for the children.
My Qualifications
I hold a First class honours degree in BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies with The Open University. This evidences my knowledge, academic skills, my passion and my commitment to working with children.
I hold a Level 3 NVQ Diploma - Early Years educator. I also hold a BTEC Level 2 Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social care and Children and Young Peoples Settings’
I have completed training to successfully become a 'Thrive' Childhood
Licensed Practitioner. This Course promotes positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in children and young people.
I have always enjoyed learning. I am proud of my academic results and achieved:
A-Level History 2013 B
A-Level English Literature B
A-Level Art and Design C
As well as GCSES in:
GCSE History A*
BTEC ART A*
GCSE English A
GCSE English Literature B
GCSE Mathematics B
GCSE Chemistry B
GCSE Biology B
GCSE Physics C
OCR Level 2 award in ICT PASS
My Availability
My ideal role would enable me to utilise my skills through tutoring and enhancing the children's development. I would also love the freedom to be creative, planning art activities. I would love to be able to take the children for walks and explore the outdoors. I would love to work with a kind and caring family, and feel like a valued member of the family too. My perfect role would allow me to make a difference to children's lives, and have the time to nurture, watch and help them grow.
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| Last Updated: 19/10/2023 | |||||||
My Fees
- Nannying from £16.75 per hour (gross)
I am looking for a long term, salaried position.
My Documents
- UK Passport (added 23/05/2023)
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