Nicolamc
Nanny in Stanley (also available for babysitting)
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Female Member since Aug 2013 Last Updated Jul 2024 Last Login 11 Nov 2024
My Summary
About Me
I am an enthusiastic, committed and reliable Ofsted registered Nanny with over 25 years of experience caring for children 0 to 14 years. I always seek to provide added value, supporting the development of those in my care and meeting the different needs of the families I work for.
My Experience
August 23 - present
Nanny position
Caring for 2 year old twins
September 22 - present
Supply nannying through a childcare agency
I have undertaken various roles including supply cover in private homes,crèche and day nurseries looking after children of all ages. I do regular shifts helping in a local crèche/ball pool and have worked on a temporary longer term basis over a few months/years with 3 families one role was with a 3 year old child in Durham, one in Newcastle with a 2year old supporting the family during the arrival of their new baby and the other role looking after children aged 5 and 8 year in Newcastle before/after school.
August 2017- August 2022
Nanny in Durham
This position was caring for two children who were aged 2 and 4 years when I started this was in their home environment. My main duties included:
*Caring for the children’s individual needs whilst following the family's routine.
*School drop off/pick ups and holiday cover.
*Providing stimulating and fun activities e.g. outdoor play, bike rides, crafts and baking.
*Being a positive role model.
*Liaising with the children’s parents and grandparents.
*Supporting the children’s homeschooling / homework.
*Tidying up after the children.
*Preparing healthy appetising meals/snacks.
*Following health and safety procedures.
April 2014 - July 2017
Nanny - Durham
This position was caring for two children who were 9mths and 2 years old when I started this was in their home environment. My main duties included:
*Caring for the children’s individual needs whilst following the family's routine.
*Providing stimulating and fun activities e.g. trips to the park, toddlers groups, swimming including taking the toddler to a adult/child swim lesson, baking and crafts.
*Being a positive role model.
*Liaising with the children’s parents - including keeping a daily report outlining their day.
*Supporting the older child with homework and preparing the younger child for school.
*School drop off/ pick up/holiday cover.
*Tidying up after the children.
*Preparing healthy appetising meals/snacks.
September 2013 - May 2014
Nanny - Durham
This position was before and after school care for two children who were 5 and 6 years when I started my main duties included:
*Caring for the children’s individual needs
*Dropping off and picking up from School
*Taking the children to after school activities
*Helping and supporting children with homework
*Providing stimulating and fun activities eg trips to the park, baking and crafts
*Being a positive role model
*liaising with the children’s parents
November 2012 - April 2014
Nursery Officer part-time in Gateshead
January 2002 - August 2012
Nursery Officer in a Day Nursery in Durham
September 2008 - Present
Baby-Sitting - through a babysitting agency
Current Voluntary Work
I am an Assistant Guide Leader at Langley Park Guides. This involves working as part of a team to plan activities around Guide badges and themes, ensuring that the Guides have lots of fun and enjoyment whilst helping and supporting them to develop as responsible members of the community. For the past 15 years I have helped with the Brownies with children 7-10 years old recently changing to help with the older girls in the Guide unit.
My Qualifications
CACHE Diploma in Nursery Nursing
GNVQ Health and Social Care Intermediate level
Additional Qualifications:
First Aid renewed- April 2024
I have been registered with Ofsted as a Nanny since May 2014 I was Inspected by Ofsted in May 2016 and found to be covering all aspects of the voluntary register which includes having a childcare qualification, nanny insurance (through childcare.co.uk), updated DBS (this can be viewed on request) and pediatric first aid trained
(These inspections are on a random basis and do not give grades like other childcare providers)
I am registered for the tax free childcare and can be paid through childcare vouchers.
Covid vaccinated.
References from my present supply agency and last employers are available on request
My Availability
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 09/07/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £14.00 per hour
- Nannying from £14.00 per hour (gross)
£14ph hour gross
I am Ofsted registered so can be paid through tax free childcare and childcare vouchers (please ask for further information)
My Documents
- First Aid Certificate (added 16/05/2022)
- DBS Check (added 09/03/2017)
- Training Certificate (added 09/03/2017)
- Inspection Report (added 09/03/2017)
- Ofsted Certificate (added 11/02/2017)
Reviews
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Nicola supported us with childcare for two-year-old Zack.
She quickly developed a strong rapport with Zack and impressed us with her confidence and responsiveness to his needs. She brought arts and crafts activities for him, tailored to his interests and abilities. She changed his nappies, prepared his tea and tidied up afterwards.
Zack had severe eczema when Nicola started with us. Bathtime had been difficult and distressing for all of us, and Nicola was invaluable at helping Zack have fun in the water and entertained him while we applied his creams.
Zack was also still learning to walk confidently. Nicola did an amazing job building his confidence and encouraging him to use his new scooter. She took him on outings around the block and to the park to play on the swings.
She also helped Zack adapt to his new baby sister and was a wonderful support when she was born.
Nicola is a bubbly, enthusiastic and caring person. We were delighted with how she looked after Zack and would highly recommend her to other parents.
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Nicola looked after our young boys full time from 2014 to 2017. She did an outstanding job and had a great relationship with our kids; always engaging them with a range of activities and getting them out of the house. She was very reliable, professional and prepared to be flexible. We have no hesitation in recommending her.
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Nicola was our nanny for 5 years, looking after our 2 boys who were pre-school and primary age at the time. She went above and beyond, getting to know them, encouraging them to participate in an array of activities and helping them adapt to changes such as starting school and nursing. Nicola was extremely flexible and always put the needs of the boys first. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
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