Stacey14

My Summary

Stacey's Sunbeams Childminding

My Experience

My journey in the care industry began at a very young age and has continued to evolve over the years. Caring for others has always come naturally to me, and I’ve had the privilege of working in a wide variety of care roles throughout my life.

As mentioned above, my mother has been a childminder for many years, and still is today. Growing up in that environment gave me a unique insight into what truly makes a great childcare setting. I spent many years assisting her in her provision, where I built strong relationships with both children and their families. Those early experiences were incredibly rewarding and helped shape the values I now carry into my own independent childcare setting.

In addition to my background in childcare, I have worked across various areas of the care sector, including with children, adults, and the elderly. My experience includes:
Domiciliary and in-home care,
Residential and nursing home care,
Mental health and additional needs support,
Care for individuals with disabilities and complex needs,
General nursing care,
Regular childcare for families, including long-term support.

These diverse roles have helped me to develop a deep understanding of compassionate care, patience, communication, and adaptability, all of which are vital qualities I bring into my work with children and families today.

Professionally, I am a qualified Band 4 Level 5 Health and Social Care Assistant Practitioner (BSc). I also hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and Early Years (EYFS), and I am Paediatric First Aid trained. I regularly attend additional training courses and seminars to ensure my knowledge stays current and in line with best practices. I’m more than happy to provide references or documentation for my qualifications and previous roles.

All of this experience has only strengthened my commitment to delivering a nurturing, safe, and enriching environment where children can thrive.

My Qualifications

I am passionate about providing high-quality, safe, and developmentally supportive care, and my qualifications reflect my dedication to both childcare and the wider care sector. I regularly attend additional training to keep my knowledge up to date and aligned with best practices.

My qualifications include:
Level 5 Band 4 Health and Social Care Practice (BSc)
Level 3 Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) & Teaching
Level 2 Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) & Teaching
Paediatric First Aid Certified
BTEC National Diploma in Society, Health and Development – Level 3
BTEC Advanced National Diploma in Health and Social Care – Level 3
GCSE in Childcare Skills
GCSE in Child Development
GCSEs in English and Maths

I am happy to provide certificates or evidence of any of the above upon request. These qualifications, combined with my hands-on experience, enable me to offer a well-rounded, thoughtful, and professional childcare service tailored to each child’s individual needs.

My Availability

I currently have availability and am able to start as soon as needed.

At the moment, I have all-day spaces available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. I offer flexible and negotiable daytime hours, including both mornings and afternoons, and am happy to work with you to create a schedule that fits your family's needs.

Please note that I operate as a term-time only setting. This means I am open during school terms and closed during school holidays, ideal for families who follow a school-year routine.

Before any official start, I like to arrange an initial meeting with both the child / children and their parent(s). This allows us to get to know each other in a relaxed, informal setting, which helps ease the settling-in process. It gives your child the chance to begin building a connection with me, while also giving you the opportunity to ask any questions, discuss routines, and feel confident in the care I provide.

I truly believe that building a strong, trusting relationship between myself, the child, and their family is key to a successful childcare experience, and this introduction period helps lay that foundation.

My Fees

• Childminding from £6.00 per hour

My current rate for private childcare is £6.00 per hour.

I am registered to accept Tax-Free Childcare payments and also welcome children accessing government-funded childcare hours, including all eligible age groups.

There are no additional or hidden fees, everything your child needs throughout the day is included in my hourly rate.
This includes:
A selection of healthy snacks such as fruit, vegetables, crackers, and more
Drinks including bottled water, squash, fruit juice, whole cow’s milk, and smoothies

If your child requires a milk alternative, or specific dietary items, I kindly ask that parents provide these. Parents are also asked to supply a well-rounded, healthy lunchbox for their child each day.

The only time an additional cost may arise is for occasional trips or outings (e.g. farm visits, zoo trips, soft play), and in most cases, there will be no extra charge. If a trip does involve a cost, parents will be given plenty of notice and will always have the right to decline participation.