Ambercg
Nanny in London: Barnet (also available for babysitting)
Usually responds within 3 days
Female Member since Nov 2017 Last Updated Jul 2024 Last Login 22 Jul 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hello,
My name is Amber, I am 29 and I was born and raised in North London.
I am an honours graduate in Education Studies, have a Masters Degree in Children’s Developmental Psychology and I am currently training as a Child, Adolescent and Family Psychotherapist.
I am currently seeking a 3-day nanny role to ideally start from September. More or less 30 hours per week.
I have 7 years nanny experience, ranging from babies to teenagers, and I have looked after both boys and girls.
My interest in human development led me to study Psychoanalytic Developmental Psychology at the Anna Freud Centre and UCL. The Masters taught me a lot, covering content on newborn babies up to the age of adolescents. I have learnt how children develop physically, socially and cognitively, and what is fundamental in aiding positive development. This experience has added to my understanding of appropriate development, and has helped me to understand what can hinder healthy development for children.
In 2021 I was accepted onto a very selective course to train as a Child, Adolescent and Family Psychotherapist. Training as a therapist greatly enhances a nanny's effectiveness in childcare by equipping them with advanced skills in understanding and supporting children's emotional and psychological needs. The training has enabled me to recognise and address behavioural issues, developmental delays, and emotional distress with appropriate interventions. It has assisted my capacity to create a nurturing and safe environment that promotes healthy emotional development, using therapeutic techniques to foster positive behaviour and resilience. Additionally, the training has provided me with an expertise in communication that helps build strong, trusting relationships with both children and parents, ensuring a more holistic approach to childcare that addresses both physical and emotional well-being.
I opted to do my Undergraduate Degree in Education Studies. The course presented a rigorous overview of educational policies and processes along with the historical, political and cultural contexts that underpin the approaches to the implementation of education and skills in the twenty-first century. I gained an understanding of the key features of education in the UK, and the curriculum. I have many years of experience working in a variety of different schools, including State Schools, Preparatory Schools and SEN Schools.
Since completing my first Master’s, I have worked as a nanny for multiple families. These experiences have offered me intimate understandings of working with children and families on a much deeper and emotional level. I am aware of daily emotional turmoil that can go on, in and out of the home and educational setting, and it has provided me with a holistic insight into the correlation between mental health, development and environment. With this in mind, I have thoroughly enjoyed helping the children I’ve worked with regulate and reflect on their emotions, whilst practise healthier ways of communicating their feelings.
In May 2020 whilst continuing to work as a nanny, I commenced training as a voluntary crisis intervention counsellor. I have been trained to talk to and help children and adults who are in a crisis, get from a hot moment to a cool calm. The intense training covered topics on many different issues, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, eating disorders, family and relationships, LGBTQ, Covid 19, abuse and bullying. The main focus as a counsellor is to provide a safe space for those in need, and give out non-judgmental and non-discriminatory support. The end goal is to provide crisis intervention and empower those in need to take the next steps to help themselves. My work here has re-emphasised the importance of personal and professional boundaries, as well as the significance of confidentiality and safeguarding.
Following a successful placement at a Special Needs School, I was offered a paid job there in 2015 and again in 2016. All the children had severe Autism and Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties. It takes much longer to identify when a child with PMLD is experiencing mental health problems. None of the children in my class were fully mobile, nor able to communicate with words. Many of these children had mental health problems and were unable to communicate their suffering verbally. From conversing with my colleagues and analysing any repetitive behaviour I began to pick up when a child was having an “absence” or behaving emotionally detached. My time at that school gave me invaluable skills, such as: patience, flexibility, resilience, the ability to remain calm under pressure and most of all empathy, all of which would be transferable to this nanny role. From working there, I expanded both my verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
I am a happy, independent and organised person with a good sense of humour. I am empathetic, patient and sensitive to the needs of others. I am an excellent communicator and get on easily with people of all ages and abilities. I am honest and ethical and always complete any job undertaken. I have always adored children and have been fortunate to work with children of many different age groups and abilities in various settings both in the U.K. and Overseas.
I enjoy travelling and experiencing new places. I spend much of my free time visiting the theatre, music concerts, art galleries and museums. I have a wide interest in cultural activities and would enjoy passing on and sharing these interests to children. I understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle and enjoy walking, swimming and going to the gym.
I hope this helps to give you some idea of who I am.
With best wishes,
Amber
My Experience
PAID CHILD-RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
1. Full-time Nanny and PA (3x/week)
For a family based in London
One boy (from the age of 6-months – 3 years)
June 2021 – Present
- Responsibilities:
Feeding, nappy changing, and maintaining nap schedules to ensure the child's well-being and development. Engaging in age-appropriate play and educational activities to stimulate cognitive and motor skills. Monitoring the child's health, administering medication when necessary, and ensuring a safe environment by baby proofing and supervising at all times. Organising play dates and outings.
- Other responsibilities:
Managing light household tasks related to the child's needs (laundry, meal preparation, and keeping play areas tidy). Regular and effective communication with the parents about the child's progress or any concerns.
- PA Responsibilities:
Combining childcare duties with administrative support for the family. Handling tasks such as: Scheduling appointments, managing household calendars, coordinating children's extracurricular activities, running errands, organising family events, and managing household inventories. Acting as a liaison between the parents and other household staff.
2. Full-time Nanny (Sole charge between 7am-6pm)
For a family based in London
Looked after two twin girls, aged 6-10
Responsibilities:
- Supporting their academia (planning lessons around the general curriculum and external subjects, assisting with homework and musical instrument practise, planning projects, organising educational activities)
- Supporting their emotional needs (weekly individual 1:1 checkins, practising mindfulness and gratitude daily, providing a safe space to talk through any emotions, helping them to regulate their emotions and practise healthier ways of communicating, helping manage and problem-solve sibling/parental arguments)
- Other responsibilities: (regular meetings with the parents to discuss the children's week, general wellbeing and any academic updates, organising and supervising playdates, organising arts and crafts and fun indoor/outdoor activities/trips, playing games, sports and fantasy role play, planning and cooking meals, food shopping, school runs, organising and taking them to any appointments)
April 2019 – May 2021
3. Part-time Nanny
For a family based in North London
Looked after a girl from when she was 4 months to 7 years.
Responsibilities: Bathing, feeding, playing games, and putting her to bed.
September 2018 – Present
4. NHS Eating Disorder Homecare Team
Providing homecare support and counselling for individuals with Eating Disorders
Responsibilities: Monitoring the individual's nutritional intake, ensuring they follow prescribed meal plans, and providing encouragement and support during meals. Maintaining vigilance about signs of relapse or medical complications, coordinating with healthcare professionals for regular check-ups and therapy sessions. Emotional support such as offering a non-judgmental, empathetic environment, helping individuals cope with anxiety or stress related to food and other external issues. Assisting with developing healthy coping mechanisms, reinforcing positive behaviours, and supporting the individual’s progress towards recovery goals.
May 2021 – Dec 2022
5. Full-time Nanny (Sole charge between 8am-7pm)
For a family based in London
Looked after three girls, aged 2, 4 and 7
Responsibilities: Helping with reading, homework and musical instrument practise, planning after-school activities for the older children, planning day-time activities for the 2 year old, school runs, planning play-dates and activities, playing games and fantasy role-play, arts and crafts, planning and cooking meals, taking the children to appointments and individual therapy, supporting implement any plans put in place by therapist, resolving sibling arguments, offering a safe place for the children to talk through any emotions, bathing the children, getting food shopping for the house, tidying up the nursery and playroom, weekly-meetings with the parents to keep them up to date with the children's week.
Nov 2018 – March 2019
6. Nanny
For a family based in London
Looked after one 6-year-old girl after school
Additionally, often joined by family friends, who were aged 2 and 5 year-old boys.
Responsibilities: Helping with homework and the general school curriculum, organising educational activities, playing games and fantasy role-play, arts and crafts, assisting play-dates, constantly planning new and fun indoor activities, keeping the rooms tidy, and preparing simple snacks.
Oct 2017 – Aug 2018
7. Administration Officer
Arnold House School, Preparatory School for Boys – London
Responsibilities: Administration tasks within the school office, assisting the children daily on daily upsets, first aid and general enquiries, liaising with the parents and nannies, supervising lunchtime and after-school clubs, assisting the Schools Admissions Officer, meeting and greeting prospective parents and children, providing feedback to the admissions officer. I worked very closely with the Admissions Officer and am very aware of the admissions process and what top preparatory schools are looking for from both the children and parents.
Sept 2016 – June 2017
8. Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Oakleigh School, Special Needs School - London
Role: I worked with a class of 7 children aged between 7 and 10 years with Autism and Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties. I worked in their After School Club with children aged between 4 and 11 years. I also worked in their summer play-scheme with children aged between 3 and 11 years. In order for me to have worked with such vulnerable children who had such severe needs, fundamental skills were required. Skills that include: patience, flexibility, the ability to remain calm under pressure and most of all empathy. None of the children in my class were able to speak, some were able to make noises to communicate, and others could only scream or cry. None of the children were fully mobile and some were completely paralysed.
Responsibilities: Daily physiotherapy, hydrotherapy and music therapy to effectively improve the children’s physical and mental wellbeing. Assisting daily epileptic fits within the class (Epilepsy trained). Feeding multiple children via tubes (Gastrostomy trained). Trained in Suctioning, Toileting and Manual Handling. Teaching and promoting structure to manage symptoms. Continually observing the class and keeping regular notes. Assisting the children with their learning of the curriculum. Weekly meetings with the other staff members in my class to talk through each child's week and/ any medical updates. Reading to the children. Identifying the range of abilities within the class and further exploring their backgrounds. Helping integrate children from a mainstream school who came to visit the class once a week
May–August 2016 (Contract)
May-Augst 2015 (Contract)
9. Tutor
1:1 tutoring in Maths, Saxophone and Music Theory
2011-2014
My Qualifications
• MSc Child, Adolescent and Family Psychotherapist Training (ongoing at The Tavistock)
• MSc Psychoanalytic Developmental Psychology (First Class) at UCL
• 2:1 in Education Studies (BA)
• Trained to deal with Epilepsy, Manual Handling, Gastrostomy, Suctioning & Toileting
• Child Protection Level 2 Course (Completed October 2017)
• Safeguarding and Child Protection Awareness Course
• Football Association Primary Teacher’s Award
My Availability
NANNY ROLE: 3 days per week (mon, tues, thurs or fri)
Starting from September, potentially earlier if required.
BABYSITTING: Open to any days or nights.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Morning | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| After School | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Last Updated: 08/07/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £13.00 per hour
- Nannying from £15.00 per hour (net)
My Documents
- DBS Check [DELETED] (added 14/11/2017)
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