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ELLIE PONSONBY-WAY

Sydney,Australia

Summary

I am a patient, compassionate, hardworking and reliable nanny with over 12 years of experience caring for children between the ages of 0-12 years. I thrive on ensuring the children I look after are happy, safe and active by encouraging imagination and building confidence. I am also skilled in meeting personal and developmental needs. I am now looking for a new role where I can build on my experience in Sydney, Australia.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Live-Out Nanny

Nanny
02.2024 - Current
  • Provide sole charge care for a 2 year old boy (born July 2023) three days per week.
  • Responsible for all aspects of daily routine including preparing and serving balanced meals/snacks, supervising nap times, bath time, and age-appropriate play.
  • Plan and facilitate stimulating activities and outings to support early development, socialisation, and wellbeing.
  • Follow the child's routine
  • Manage care for a child with a deficiency, ensuring close attention to dietary needs and safety.
  • Build a nurturing and secure environment that supports healthy growth, development, and family routines.
  • Undertake light domestic duties to support the family household such as clearing up after meal times, tidying and maintaining toys, laundry for the child.

Live-Out Nanny

Nanny
04.2016 - 12.2023
  • Carried out daily care routines such as naps, baths and bed time.
  • Proxy parented the children whilst the parents were away on holiday.
  • Planned and assisted stage-appropriate activities and days out catering to each child's needs, interests and development.
  • Supported the parents with potty training, promoting independence with a positive, rewarding approach.
  • Accompanied the family on holidays both in the UK and abroad.
  • Followed the children’s routine.
  • Drove the children to/from daycare, school and after school club settings.
  • Undertook light domestic duties to support the family household such as clearing up after meal times, tidying and maintaining toys, laundry for the children.
  • Prepared healthy nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
  • Accompanied the children to medical appointments and administered medication as necessary.
  • Assisted with homework.

Childcare Assistant

Kidz Korner
04.2013 - 04.2016
  • Provided high quality care and activities for babies and children which recognise both individual and group requirements in a secure, safe and stimulating environment.
  • Participated in the key worker system taking responsibility for a group of children mainly up to three years of age, and record and report on their progress.
  • Followed the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and other appropriate guidance for younger children.
  • Prepared and served food, milk, drinks and snacks to children, encouraged good nutrition and sociable eating.
  • Assisted children with personal care, including changing nappies, assisting with toileting and other associated welfare duties.
  • Carried out ongoing cleaning of the nursery.
  • Worked in partnership with parents and carers, recognising that parents are their children’s first educators.
  • Was aware of child protection issues and followed the council’s child protection procedures. Ensured close monitoring of children about whom there were concerns.
  • Participated in professional development and training.
  • Worked with other early years professionals, for example health visitors, pre-school SEN service, speech and language therapists, service for English as an additional language.

Education

Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Diploma - Children's Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) (QCF)

City College Brighton and Hove
06.2017

Skills

  • Communication
  • Organisation and time management
  • Patience and kindness
  • Creativity and imagination
  • Energy and endurance
  • Empathy
  • Adaptability

Certification

  • Paediatric First Aid - December 2023
  • NSW Working with Children Check
  • Police Certificate (UK)
  • NSW driver licence

Timeline

Live-Out Nanny

Nanny
02.2024 - Current

Live-Out Nanny

Nanny
04.2016 - 12.2023

Childcare Assistant

Kidz Korner
04.2013 - 04.2016

Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Diploma - Children's Learning and Development (Early Years Educator) (QCF)

City College Brighton and Hove

Hobbies and Interests

  • Attending gym classes to keep fit
  • Regularly run 5k, 10k, half and full marathon events
  • Healthy eating
  • Socialising with friends
  • Going on walks and having nice coffee

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