Totsome

About Me

Hi there, I recently sadly had to leave my childminding position after moving out of the area, as the travel was no longer practical for just a few hours of work each day. I cared for three school-aged children, one of whom has medical and nutritional needs. My role involves school collections, preparing meals, supporting routines, and helping to keep family life running smoothly — including household duties

Childcare has always been part of my life. As a teenager, I worked as a regular babysitter for three toddlers in the Pollokshields area, gaining early hands-on experience in responsibility, patience, and fun. At 16, I was selected to join Camp America as a camp counsellor and gymnastics coach, looking after groups of children away from home and coaching them in sport and play.

Before moving into property, I spent nine years as cabin crew, where I gained extensive training in safety, first aid, and supporting children and families in high-pressure situations. Earlier in life I was also a national-level gymnast, which taught me discipline, focus, and energy — qualities I still bring to my work with children today.

Across every role, I’ve built up the skills that matter most to families: keeping children safe, supported, and happy while staying calm, organised, and reliable.
Although I don’t hold a formal childcare qualification, I bring many years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages, including those with medical and nutritional needs. I can provide an excellent reference from my current childcare role, and my background as a camp counsellor, gymnastics coach, babysitter, and parent of three grown children has given me a solid foundation in childcare, safety, and child development.