Caroline

My Summary

My Experience

I have over 16 years of professional nanny experience and 10 years professional experience working with vulnerable adults, families and their children in charities within the health and social care sector. I have 14 years personal experience of raising children as a parent. I am a psychotherapist in training and I enjoy working with children alongside my studies. My last three positions have been with children from the ages of 4 months upwards where I have specialised in supporting with meeting milestones in preparation and readiness for nursery.

I have a broad range of experience, caring for children from the ages of 4 months up to teenagers. I have newborn experience through having my own children and bring to my role a mother’s instinct.

As a nanny I have been left in sole charge of children on a day-to-day basis and whilst parents travelled abroad. I am sensitive to supporting a family in their own home and whilst parents work from home. I am a competent cook. I can batch cook to support with meal planning. I am open to learning new recipes. I enjoy being creative, encouraging musical play, and attending play groups. I encourage fresh air, physical activity and exploring nature. I would explore age appropriate activities and get to know what your child enjoys doing and what you would like your child to experience.

I am empathetic and can provide boundaries where children feel safe. I recognise children can have big emotions and may not have the words to describe how they are feeling. I am calm, caring and able to think about what a child is trying to communicate both verbally and non-verbally. I can support children with what they need physically, emotionally, with soothing or supporting them to self-soothe.

I do not do deep cleaning/housework, my main focus is on the child/children in my care. However, I am proactive and understand the importance of parental support through tidying and cleaning in the kitchen after cooking, sterilising bottles, clearing up toys and having items organised for what is next in a daily routine. Most importantly I will ensure your child is cared for in a safe, calm and nurturing environment.

I have supported young children with the transition from tummy time to sitting and crawling to walking, weaning, trying new foods, growing independence, potty training, singing songs, making up songs and poems, playing and listening to music. I delight in teaching new words and enjoy observing how language is then used and expressed.

I encourage empathy and kindness and model this for my own children. I am adaptable to the changing needs of children and enjoy supporting children of all ages to navigate the world around them and to achieve their milestones.

My Qualifications

RELEVANT EDUCATION:

Psychodynamic Psychotherapist (in training)

Foundation Certificate in Counselling Skills (a psychodynamic approach)

Introduction to counselling

Level 2 Health and Social Care

Access to social sciences

RELEVANT CPD TRAINING:

Online children and babies first aid training

Safeguarding Adults

Safeguarding Children

Mindfulness Essentials, London Buddhist Centre

Food Safety Catering Level 2

Mental Health First Aid with MHFA England

Wellness and Resilience Training, Karpman Triangle and the stages from wellness to crisis

Safeguarding Essentials in England, Wales & Northern Ireland

Motivational Interviewing

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Food Safety in Catering Level 2

Child Protection Training Level 3

DBS: I am registered with the DBS update service and have an enhanced DBS for working with both children and adults.

My Availability

I will be available for my next role from the beginning of January 2025 and I am seeking a role with a minimum of 16 hours per week.

I am available 2 days per week on Tuesday and Wednesday 9-5 (with some flexibility on the timings either side depending on distance). There is also a possibility that I may be available on a Monday from 12-12:30.

My Fees

• Nannying from £15.00 per hour (gross)

My fee is £15 per hour and £18 per hour for twins.