Aimee Baldie
Sydney,NSW
Summary
I am a reliable, adaptable, and compassionate professional with a strong background in childcare, having progressed from a modern apprentice to early years practitioner, room leader, and private nanny. Over the years working in childcare, my experience shows consistent growth, responsibility, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. I have developed strong leadership and management skills, including supervising staff, organising daily operations, and ensuring high standards are met. My role has also built excellent communication and relationship building skills, enabling positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baby room Senior
Bright Horizons Bishopbriggs Early Learning and Childcare
Bishopbriggs, Glasgow, Scotland
03.2022 - 12.2025
- Led, mentored and supported a team of practitioners to deliver high-quality care and education, supporting children in the baby room to achieve developmental milestones.
- Planned and implemented age and stage appropriate learning experiences aligned with the Early Years curriculum, enabling children to thrive through engaging and meaningful activities.
- Created a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment, supporting daily care routines including feeding, sleep, and personal care.
- Monitored and assessed children’s development through observations and planning, using insights to support individual progress.
- Ensured safeguarding, health and safety, and hygiene standards were consistently met by implementing policies into daily practice and supporting staff, while maintaining up-to-date knowledge through regular childcare training.
- Built strong relationships with parents/carers, providing regular updates and supporting smooth transitions into the nursery.
- Collaborated with colleagues and external professionals to meet individual needs and promote positive outcomes for each child.
- Delivered welcoming and informative nursery tours, showcasing playrooms, learning environments, safety protocols, and daily routines while addressing inquiries and promoting services to create a positive, professional first impression.
Private Nanny
SC Designs
Bishopbriggs, Glasgow, Scotland
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Planned and delivered monthly activities tailored to children’s interests, ensuring age-appropriate learning experiences.
- Documented activities through photos and organised individual portfolios to support parent engagement and track development.
- Supported daily personal care routines, including dressing, toothbrushing, and nappy changes, maintaining high hygiene standards.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals and snacks, promoting a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables.
- Administered medication as required, maintaining accurate records and communicating with parents.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment through light household duties.
- Promoted social skills, manners, and positive behaviour through everyday interactions.
- Conducted risk assessments to ensure children’s safety at all times.
Room Senior of 0-2 department
Enchanted Forest Nursery
Robroyston, Glasgow, Scotland
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Led and supervised a team of staff, ensuring all duties were carried out effectively in line with nursery policies and procedures.
- Held key holder responsibilities, including securely opening and closing the nursery.
- Managed financial transactions, including processing cash and card payments, issuing receipts, and securely storing funds.
- Oversaw the safe administration of medication, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation in line with regulatory requirements.
- Maintained compliance with staff-to-child ratios, proactively arranging cover and reallocating staff at short notice to manage absences.
- Ensured all accident and incident procedures were followed correctly, including timely communication with parents where required.
- Verified that all reports were completed accurately, with clear, thorough, and detailed documentation.
Early Years Practitioner
Enchanted Forest Nursery
Robroyston, Glasgow , Scotland
09.2016 - 09.2019
- Cared for young children and babies, supporting their learning, development, and emotional well-being.
- Managed medical requirements and dietary needs, ensuring children’s specific health and nutritional needs were met.
- Maintained a safe, hygienic, and suitable environment by upholding health and safety standards and following all nursery policies and regulatory procedures.
- Ensured each child’s individual needs were met while fostering an inclusive, respectful environment and building positive relationships with children and families.
- Planned and facilitated a variety of experiences to support skill development, while respecting each child’s individual choices and preferences.
- Monitored child safety and welfare, promptly reporting any concerns of harm, abuse, or neglect to management.
- Demonstrated reliability, dedication, and responsibility in fulfilling all aspects of childcare duties.
Education
Bishopbriggs Academy
Bishopbriggs, Glasgow , ScotlandSkills
- Communication - Clear and professional with a wide range of people
- Approachability - Friendly and personable, building positive relationships with others
- Teamwork - Collaborates effectively and uses initiative independently
- Reliability - Dependable and professional in all responsibilities
- Attention to detail - Ensures accuracy and high standards
- Time management - Prioritises tasks and meets deadlines efficiently
- Adaptability - Responds quickly to change and new challenges
- Problem-solving - Identifies issues and implements effective solutions
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
Paediatric First Aid training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Baby room Senior
Bright Horizons Bishopbriggs Early Learning and Childcare
03.2022 - 12.2025
Private Nanny
SC Designs
07.2020 - 08.2021
Room Senior of 0-2 department
Enchanted Forest Nursery
09.2019 - 06.2020
Early Years Practitioner
Enchanted Forest Nursery
09.2016 - 09.2019
Bishopbriggs Academy