Sophie

My Summary

My Experience

I have a diverse and varied background in both childcare and education. Throughout my career, I have engaged with children across a wide age spectrum, from infants as young as 10 months to teenagers up to 16 years old, including those with special educational requirements.

In my early twenties, I had a passion for travel that I combined with volunteering experiences alongside families. I worked as an au pair in Sweden, caring for two girls aged 7 and 9, and later took care of a 10-month-old in Australia. My journey also led me to Thailand, where I looked after a sweet 2-year-old. Throughout my time with these families, I focused on preparing nutritious meals, organising outings, and engaging the children in fun activities that fostered their growth and development.

My adventures continued, and I settled in Vietnam for three years, where I immersed myself in teaching English as a foreign language across various environments. A significant portion of my experience was with ILA, the largest English language school in the country, whilst also privately tutoring children after classes. I also had the chance to work in a Steiner kindergarten, a setting that I loved to be in as it promoted a unique and beautiful teaching methodology.

Upon returning to the UK, I took on a position as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant in various primary schools around Bristol. My primary responsibility was within the Resource Base at Charborough Road, where I worked closely with an 8-year-old girl diagnosed with autism. The dynamics of the classroom required me to assist not only her but also the other students, addressing challenging behaviours and accommodating a diverse array of learning needs.

Over the past four years, I have dedicated myself to working as a sole-care nanny, providing support to various families with differing needs.

I have had the pleasure of assisting two families with their 18-month-old children during the crucial transition period before they entered nursery. Our time together was filled with joy and exploration, engaging in activities such as playgroups, park outings, visits to my allotment, gymnastics, trips to the farm, and on rainy days, we enjoyed the wonders of Aerospace and the museum.

My most recent role was particularly unique and fulfilling as I supported a family with their remarkable 8-year-old son while he recovered from cancer treatment.
This experience required me to adapt quickly, even undergoing medical training to ensure I could administer essential medications (using a Hickman line and an Epipen).
However, the most important part of working with him was learning all of his cuddly toys by heart with my eyes closed!
It has been so incredible to see his progress, and I am thrilled that he is now well enough to return to school.

My Qualifications

Enhanced DBS check (on the Update service)
Paediatric First Aid
TEFL Certificate (170 hours)
Yoga for Kids & Families (Rainbow Kids Yoga School)
Ayurvedic Practitioner
Ayurvedic Yoga Massage
History BA Hons degree
Clean Driver's License

My Availability

I am available for 2 days a week (Tues, Weds).

I'd be happy to find two families wanting to do a nanny share (I would care for two children together so it might be easier if the families know each other).

Available days: Tues and Weds
Price per hour: £10 per hour per family (instead of £20 for a single family)

My Fees

• Babysitting from £18.00 per hour
• Nannying from £20.00 per hour (gross)

Nannying £20.00 per hour (gross) - for one family
Or
Nanny share - £10 per hour (gross) - per family