Childcare in Portobello/Craigmillar

| My name is Kirsty, I have just arrived back in England after 2 years in New Zealand, of which 1 year was spent as an Au Pair for a lovely family near Christchurch. I lived in with the family and looked after 3 children whilst the parents we at work or social events. When I started the children were 3, 5 and 7 years old, 2 girls and one boy. I was in charge of getting them ready for school, to and from school/preschool, after school activities, homework tasks, fun activities, household chores and also preparing and cooking meals for the family. Before starting this job, I completed a Child First Aid course. In addition, I babysat for other families in the area including overnight stays. I also volunteered at a local Nursery School when I was younger and volunteered at Upton House to help organise and run events such as the Easter Egg trail. I am an active, happy and motivated person, I love working with kids and I love being able to help busy parents out with childcare and tasks around the house.

| I am currently a nursery manager but looking for a slower pace of life and working on a more individual basis with children. I have worked in childcare for 30 years and I am passionate that children get the best start in life. I have worked in private nurseries in England but have worked in edinburgh for nearly 2 years now.

| Caring Nanny who offers live-in or out flexibility with 6 years childcare experience and proficiency in assimilating into a new family culture. Motivated to help children become happy, healthy and well-behaved. Skilled in creating schedules, following commitments and maintaining routines. Listens carefully and follows directions well. Passion for encouraging a love of exploration and learning with every child. Fluent in Spanish.

I have always been considered as a very optimistic, friendly character that is always willing to meet new people and welcome anyone new. I’m a motivated person who is open to develop and improve my ability in any job role possible. Gingerbread is a very popular charity-based childcare business. They give single mothers a chance to work whilst letting their children have the best experience they can within Gingerbread’s facilities. Throughout my job experiences, this one was the most fulfilling and rewarding, but came with difficult tasks. Even though working with children seems like a bundle of fun and games, there were a great number of policies and procedures that had to be strictly carried out. I cared for children that ranged from the age of 3 to 16 and there were around 20 to 30 children in the after-school club each day. Each child came with an individual record and some with learning difficulties such as: down-syndrome; autism; learning difficulties; ADHD and more. Caring for each child individually, understanding each one of their needs and working with them in a way that would ensure the best comfort for them was mandatory. I created a lot of bonds with the children, ones that will always be remembered.

| Dear Mr/Madam, I'm eager to submit my resume for your consideration, I have been working as a babysitter now for 15 years and have a several families for who I regularly provide care. I am really good at following parent's instructions and following through with bedtimes, making meals and helping kids with homework. I can also teach them Spanish or/ and French. My previous child care skills with my positive attitude and friendly personality, position me to excel in this role. I would love the opportunity to meet you and discuss my qualifications in more detail. Sincerely, Farah.

| I’ve done 2 childcare courses level 4-5 in college. I have also worked in a private nursery for a few months. I have also looked after my friends children whenever she is working or busy.