Fran
Babysitter in Plymouth
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Female Member since Oct 2018 Last Updated Sep 2024 Last Login Sep 2024
My Summary
About Me
Hi, I’m Fran! I am a friendly, approachable, and flexible individual based in Plymouth. I hold a First Class Honours degree in Psychology from the University of Plymouth and have extensive experience working with children of all ages, including special educational needs.
In my free time, I love being active—whether it’s swimming, playing tennis and badminton, or enjoying a day at the beach. I also cherish spending time with my friends and family.
Services Offered:
• Babysitting and childcare focused on educational development
• Private tutoring in English, Maths, Science, Drama, Psychology and SEN support for Primary, Secondary and A-Levels
• Bilingual support for Portuguese-speaking students or those with English as an Additional Language
My Experience
I bring a wealth of experience in childcare and education, ensuring that your child receives the best possible support.
Currently, as a SENCO Support Assistant in a Special Needs School, I am involved in the writing of EHCPs, mental health workshops and overarching support for students with complex social, emotional, and learning needs.
Previously, working as a Support Worker in a homeless hostel, I assisted adult clients in making positive life choices and developing support plans to ensure their safety and well-being.
I worked as a Casual Nursery Practitioner, creating engaging activities that promoted cognitive, physical, and emotional growth, while supervising playtime and assisting with personal care.
My role as an Educational Psychology Assistant with Plymouth City Council involved working with children aged 3 to 15, conducting one-on-one sessions, and supporting those in alternative provisions.
I have also volunteered with my local town’s Covid Support Group, providing grocery deliveries to elderly and vulnerable adults, and with The Elder Tree, visiting and supporting vulnerable older adults to alleviate loneliness.
These diverse experiences have honed my skills in communication, empathy, and adaptability, enabling me to create an inclusive and supportive environment for every child and young person.
My Qualifications
BSc Honours in Psychology (graduated 2023)
A-Levels in Psychology, Health & Social Care and Drama.
11 GCSEs, including Maths and English.
Further qualifications:
• Safeguarding for Children and Young People
• Paediatric First Aid Qualification
• Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)
• CBT methods (e.g., Starving the Anxiety Gremlin / Anger Gremlin)
• Child-Voice training
• Lego and Culinary Therapy
• Co-facilitated SPOKES Programme
• Co-facilitated Strengthening Families Programme
• Passive Intervention and Prevention Strategies (PIPS)
• Relational Practice with Children
• Motivational Interviewing
• NSPCC Child-on-Child Abuse Training
My Availability
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Before School | no | no | no | no | yes | no | no |
Morning | no | no | no | no | no | yes | yes |
Afternoon | no | no | no | no | no | yes | yes |
After School | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes |
Evening | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes |
Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
Last Updated: 11/09/2024 |
My Fees
- Babysitting from £13.00 per hour
I have experience in both working with childrenand tutoring, as well as currently working as a SENCO Support Assistant at a Special Needs School. My rates inc my knowledge and my experience working with young people.
My Documents
- UK Driving Licence (added 27/07/2024)
- Training Certificate: Manual Handling (added 26/07/2024)
- Other (added 26/07/2024)
- Training Certificate: Safeguarding Children Level 2 (added 26/07/2024)
- DBS Check (added 26/07/2024)
- First Aid Certificate: Paediatric First Aid Certificate (added 22/07/2024)
- Full CV (added 21/07/2024)
Reviews
Below are the latest reviews for Fran. 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.
Fran was brilliant! This was the first time for me to leave my girls for the weekend and Fran was great in helping to reassure me and clearly communicate our expectations beforehand. She worked amazingly alongside my mother in law and was a great help. Her years of experience and her educational background were very reassuring for me. knowing that our views on a gentle approach to discipline etc were very similar, gave me a sense of confidence that my girls would be supported in a positive manner and well looked after. I couldn’t recommend Fran enough.
by Emma about Fran on 18/08/2024
Response by Fran on 18/08/2024:
Thank you for your review Emma! I appreciate your trusts in me and my experience. It was an absolute pleasure to work with the girls.
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