Lydia87

My Summary

My Experience

-February 2011 – Present: Nanny

* Sole charge of a 5 year old, 3 year old and 8 month old. Looking after all aspects of the children’s needs, welfare, development, health and safety whilst in my care, both in and out of the house.

* Providing educational activities to encourage the children’s development in the six key areas of learning as set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage

* Support the children in transition stages in life such as weaning, potty training, starting nursery/school

* Dealing with behavioural issues and providing parents with behavioural strategies

* Maintain a routine for the children and schedule in activities to promote all areas of development. For instance, taking the children to swimming, ballet, gymnastics, playball, playgroups, play dates and on educational outings e.g museums.

* Help the eldest child to complete homework

* Nursery duties, including keeping the children’s rooms and communal areas tidy, the children’s laundry, shopping for and preparing home-cooked meals for the children

* Keeping a diary of the child’s daily activities and meals


-April 2015 – Present: Victim Support Children and Young Persons Support Worker – Volunteer

* Provide emotional support, practical support, advocacy and signposting to children and young people affected by crime

* Make initial contact with clients and their parents and complete risk assessments

* Complete needs assessments with clients and use the My Star tool to meet these needs during one-on-one sessions.

* Liaise with other agencies involved with the client where necessary.

* Ensure any safeguarding concerns are passed on to my manager

-Jan 2014- April 2015 –Domestic Violence and Relationship Abuse Project Volunteer –Victim Support (Ealing)

* Volunteered one day a week and provided emotional support, practical support, advocacy and signposting to children and young people who have been exposed to domestic abuse/relationship abuse

* Managed a caseload of clients and provided one-to-one support sessions

* Completed risk assessments with clients

* Highlighted any safeguarding concerns and passed on to line manager

* Used My Star to assess client’s needs and produce individual support plans to meet these needs

* Communicate with other agencies involved with families where necessary

* Deliver awareness raising workshops to children and young people


- February 2011 – February 2011 – Jan 2014 - Victim Support Community Service Volunteer (Westminster)

* Provided emotional support and practical help to people affected by crime and explored with the victim the impact that a crime has had on their lives. These one-on-one sessions enable me to develop trusting relationships with the clients.

* Worked with domestic violence victims to complete CAADA-DASH Risk Identification Checklists and create safety plans

* Explored with the victim ways to overcome the emotional, psychological and practical effects of crime.

* Identified the key needs of a victim and liaised with other professional agencies in order to arrange referrals where necessary.


- September 2010 – January 2011: Temporary Nanny

* Worked in partnership with a family and took responsibility for the safety and development of an 8-12 months old child

* Provided care and educational activities which encouraged the child’s development in the six key areas of learning as set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage

* Enhanced organisational skills as I had to maintain a routine for the child and schedule in activities to promote their social and emotional development

June 2010 to August 2010: Temporary work in nurseries and on summer schemes, Caring Services

* Working in a variety of Children’s Centres with children aged 0-5 years old, providing a safe and stimulating environment for them to thrive in

* Working on summer schemes with children 4 to 11 years old, using creativity and imagination to keep them entertained

* Enhancing communication skills with a variety of colleagues and children

* Used initiative to adapt to differing roles at various work sites


November 2009 – May 2010: Travelled around the world


May 2009 – November 2009: Play Development Worker/ Nursery Assistant, Burley Park Children’s Centre, Leeds City Council

* Worked alongside professionals from Burley Park Children's Centre, Sahara Black Women’s Refuge and Leeds Women's Aid. Delivered one-to-one sessions to 0-5 year olds living in the refuge, providing play and developmental opportunities for each child. Identified individual needs or problems and tailored the session to support the children effectively

* Mothers living in refuge who were identified as having difficulties engaging in play with their child were referred to me and I would complete ‘play in the home’ sessions.

* Worked with a Family Outreach Worker to plan and run groups for parents and children. Also ran groups for children in refuge during the school holidays

* This role required me to build up solid and trusting relationship with my colleagues at the refuges as well as with the women and children. Liaising with professionals from a variety of fields enabled me to greatly develop my communication skills


- Sep 2008 – April 2009: Nursery Assistant, East Leeds Children’s Centre, Leeds City Council

* Worked in the under 2’s section of the nursery to provide child care to children aged between six months and two years, ensuring their basic needs were met as well as ensuring children were stimulated through play


- July 2008 – August 2008 & July 2007 – August 2007: Summer Scheme Assistant, Sefton Council

* Worked as part of a team to deliver a variety of activities to children

* Developed communication and team working skills

* Used initiative to ensure the inclusion of all children

* Honed leadership skills by leading group activities and motivating all participants
Jan 2007 – March 2007: Knowsley Domestic Violence Support Services (KDVSS) - Delivering a Gender and Conflict Programme,

* Completed a work placement with KDVSS and delivered a programme concerning bullying and domestic violence

* Further enhanced my knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding domestic violence and the impact upon children


- Sep 2006 – Dec 2006: Volunteer; Domestic Violence Support Group, KDVSS

* Member of support group assisting children who had witnessed or experienced domestic violence

* Encouraged children to communicate their experiences in a safe environment

* Developed listening and communication skills as well as understanding the importance of an empathetic approach to sensitive issues



- Aug 2006: Summer Scheme Assistant, Summerhill Primary School

* Took care of children between the ages of 4-11

* Varied communication style and approach to suit the needs of the children I was working with

* Used initiative and creativity to keep children entertained and challenged


- 2004: Summer Scheme Volunteer, Sefton children, Schools and Families Services

* Assisted in delivering a summer scheme for disabled children and young people

* High levels of interaction demanded to assist children to complete various tasks

* Took responsibility for and ensured the safety of the children on day trips


- Jan 2004 -Mar 2004: Gender and Conflict Programme, KDVSS

* Work experience at KDVSS

* Assisted in the presentation of information concerning bullying and domestic violence to year six pupils

* Developed my knowledge relating to the impact of domestic violence on children

My Qualifications

2012-2013 KINGSTON COLLEGE

CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce

(pass)


2005-2008 UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

BA (Hons) Childhood, Education and Culture (First Class)


2003-2005 KING GEORGE V COLLEGE, SOUTHPORT, MERSEYSIDE

As level – Art/textiles B

3 A-levels - Psychology A, Biology C, Philosophy D


1998-2003 ORMSKIRK GRAMMAR SCHOOL, LANCASHIRE

9 G.C.S.Es, 1 A*, 6 A’s, 1 B and 1 C, including English Science and Maths


OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS

July 2015 – Paediatric First Aid Certificate: One day course run by Tigerlily First Aid Training

My Availability

Daytimes - 7/09/2015- 11/09/2015

My Fees

£11 per hour