Sophie
Nanny in Llanrwst (also available for babysitting)
Usually responds within 3 days
Female Member since Jan 2018 Last Updated Aug 2024 Last Login 02 Oct 2024
My Summary
About Me
Available for Work on Thursdays and Fridays
Currently working Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays
I am a creative, passionate, and organised professional with over a decade of experience in childcare, arts education, and community engagement. After spending a year and a half traveling the world, I have recently settled in Llanrwst, eager to immerse myself in the local community and seek new opportunities to expand my skills.
My career has been dedicated to nurturing and mentoring children and young people, drawing on my background in Art to create engaging, educational activities. I’ve worked as a Nanny for several families, providing comprehensive care for children of various ages, and as an Artist Assistant, where I supported community art projects and helped to create safe, inclusive environments for people of all ages and backgrounds. Additionally, I have experience as a Learning Officer, developing and delivering arts programs that inspire creativity and learning.
Outside of work, I am an avid outdoor enthusiast. I love wild swimming, walking, and hiking, which not only keep me active but also inspire my creative pursuits. Cooking is another passion of mine—I enjoy experimenting with new recipes and sharing meals with friends and family. In my downtime, I find relaxation in knitting, a craft that allows me to unwind while creating something beautiful and tangible.
My Experience
Nanny | Davies Family | Caernarfon, Wales
April 2024 - Present
- Sole carer of three children aged 10 months, 3, and 5.
- Duties include housework, home-cooked meals, nursery/school drop-off and pick-up, after-school activities, and school holiday care.
Artist Assistant & Artist Facilitator | Wendy Daws | MESS ROOM CIC, Chatham
June 2018 – March 2024
- Organized and delivered art workshops and events.
- Supported and mentored individuals of all ages in various community and school-based art groups, often working with individuals who are blind, partially sighted, deaf, or have additional needs.
- Assisted in creating artworks, installing exhibitions, and ensuring a safe environment.
Store Manager | FoodWorks | Tugun, Australia
April 2023 - November 2023
- Served customers and processed sales transactions.
- Restocked shelves, resolved customer complaints, and ensured the sales floor was well-maintained.
- Managed a team of staff, organized the weekly rota, and handled opening, closing, and cashing up as a key holder.
Nanny | Bowker Family | Rochester, Kent
August 2020 - August 2022
- Sole carer of a daughter from birth to age 2.
Nanny | Usman Family | St Mary’s Island, Kent
July 2020 - June 2022
- Sole carer of two children aged 2 and 4.
Learning Officer (Arts) | Historic Dockyard Trust | Chatham, Kent
September 2018 – April 2022
- Created and delivered an educational Arts program based on the Historic Dockyard site.
- Led art workshops for various age groups and abilities, often working with vulnerable children, including those with additional needs and those on the verge of exclusion.
Live-In Nanny | Berg Family | Bristol
March 2017 – June 2018
- Sole carer of two children aged 3 and 6.
Personal Assistant | Henry Sutcliffe | Bristol
October 2011 – April 2018
- Provided personal care, domestic support, and arranged social activities for a disabled young man.
Waitress & Party Coordinator | Playful Café | Bristol
December 2016 – September 2017
- Provided customer service, waitressed, and coordinated children’s parties, including hosting games and entertainment.
Live-In Nanny | Sylvester Family | Bristol
October 2016 – April 2017
- Provided live-in care for three children.
Nanny | Utly Family | Bristol
November 2016 – April 2017
- After-school care for two children.
Volunteer English Language Teacher | Natsir’s Nature School | Indonesia
October 2016
- Developed and delivered creative English lessons with a nature-oriented focus.
English Language Teacher | VUS Vietnam | HCMC, Vietnam
December 2015 – March 2016
- Taught English as a second language to children, teenagers, and adults.
English Language Teacher | Atlanta Language Educator | HCMC, Vietnam
November 2015 – March 2016
- Taught English to children aged 3 to 18.
Teaching Assistant for Creative Faculties | Bedminster Down School | Bristol
June 2014 – April 2015
- Supported and mentored students during GCSE Art, Design, and Digital Photography lessons.
My Qualifications
Certificate for Forest School Leaders (Level 3)
Open College Network, West Midlands | June 2021 - June 2022
TESOL Certificate (150 hours, in class)
Australian International College of Language | Oct 2015 – Nov 2015
Drawing and Applied Arts: First Class Honours
The University of the West of England, Bristol | 2012 – 2015
Foundation Diploma in Art and Design: Distinction
Yale College, Wrexham | 2011 – 2012
A Levels: Art and Design (A), English Literature (C), Theatre Studies (B)
Denbigh High School Sixth Form, Wales | 2009 – 2011
11 GCSEs (A-C)
Denbigh High School, Wales | 2004 – 2009
My Availability
Available for Work on Thursdays and Fridays
Currently working Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Morning | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| After School | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Evening | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes | no |
| Last Updated: 16/08/2024 | |||||||
My Fees
- Nannying from £15.00 per hour (net)
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
My Documents
- Reference (added 25/01/2019)
- DBS Check (added 08/08/2018)
- Training Certificate: Common Core Skills & Knowledge (added 03/06/2018)
- First Aid Certificate (added 03/06/2018)
- UK Passport (added 19/02/2018)
- UK Driving Licence (added 19/02/2018)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Sophie. Please note that reviews represent the subjective opinions of other Childcare.co.uk users and not of Childcare.co.uk. Parents must carry out their own checks and references on childcare providers to ensure that they are completely happy before enaging in the use of their services.
Sophie looked after my baby from newborn to 2 years old and I can’t recommend her highly enough! She carried out nannying, babysitting, housekeeping and even stayed overnight for me on occasions.
A fantastically, kind, caring and thoughtful lady who brings such a burst of sparkly positive energy into everyone’s lives.
Sophie is proactive, flexible and enthusiastic. She anticipates yours and your child’s needs well in advance. She was always there when I needed her the most and had already thought of things I hadn’t even considered. She is also wonderfully creative and can keep children occupied and interested for long stretches. My baby thrived under her care.
As a single first time mum, her experience was invaluable to me and I will be forever grateful. She has a natural empathy with children and my daughter absolutely loves her.
She is sorely missed and I hope she will be available for childcare again when she finished her world travels.
I would say she is like a real life Mary Poppins but she is actually better than that!
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Sophie only worked for us for a few days but the children really liked her. Both of them were very comfortable with Sophie. She is very flexible, clear on what she can and can't do and made us feel at ease when we left our children under her care, particularly our younger one who has special needs. Would definitely recommend her to any family!
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