Jennifer Barber
Williamstown,VIC
Summary
Experienced and self-motivated professional with a strong background in retail and hospitality, skilled in engaging with diverse individuals. Provided childcare as a babysitter in Melbourne and served as a live-in nanny for the Rockefeller family in New York, followed by positions in Rome and London, where I built meaningful relationships with children and parents. Transitioned to a managerial role at Waterford Wedgwood in London, then worked as a personal carer for Bass Coast Shire Council, assisting the elderly and children with disabilities. After relocating to Torquay, I focused on securing nanny positions while providing casual childcare for friends and family since 2006. I am now eager to resume my role as a nanny and foster new nurturing relationships with another family.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
O’Neil Family
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Driving Children: Transport children to school, activities, and appointments.
- Feeding: Prepare nutritious meals, following dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Bathing: Assist with bathing routines, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Dressing: Help choose appropriate clothing and assist with dressing.
- Preparing & Cooking Meals: Plan and cook meals that meet children’s nutritional needs.
- Shopping: Manage grocery shopping, maintaining a budget for household and children's needs.
- Setting Up Play Experiences: Create engaging activities to promote learning and physical activity.
- Laundry: Wash, fold, and organize children’s clothing.
- Homework Help: Assist with homework to support academic progress.
- Excursions: Organize and supervise trips to parks, museums, or educational locations.
- Light Housework: Tidy play areas and maintain cleanliness in common spaces.
- Travelling with Family: Provide child care support during family trips.
- Supervising Beach & Swim Lessons: Ensure safety during water activities or swim lessons.
- Medical Appointments: Accompany children to appointments, offering support during visits.
All Ages Support Worker
Surf Coast Shire/Aged and
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Respite Care: Provide temporary relief for primary caregivers, ensuring client well-being.
- Setting Up Play Experiences: Facilitate engaging play to promote social and developmental skills.
- Showering & Personal Care: Assist with personal hygiene, ensuring dignity and safety.
- Shopping: Handle grocery and personal shopping, focusing on nutritional needs and budget.
- Medical Appointments: Coordinate and accompany clients to appointments, offering support.
- Cooking Meals: Prepare nutritious meals based on dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Administering Medication: Safely give prescribed medications and monitor for reactions.
- House Cleaning: Perform light housekeeping to maintain cleanliness and safety.
All Ages Support Worker
Bass Coast Shire
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Experience with Children with Special Needs: Support for children with ADHD and autism, fostering development.
- Personal Care Assistance: Help with daily activities, ensuring dignity and comfort.
- Medical Support: Accompany to appointments, communicate needs, and manage documentation.
- Respite Care Services: Provide temporary relief for families, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Creative Play Implementation: Supervise activities to promote social and cognitive development.
- Academic Support: Assist with homework and encourage positive learning attitudes.
- Transportation Services: Safely drive children to various locations.
- Household Management: Perform cleaning tasks to maintain a safe environment.
- Meal Preparation: Prepare nutritious meals catering to dietary needs.
- Excursion Planning: Organize safe, enriching outings.
- Shopping Assistance: Help with shopping, ensuring the children's needs are met.
Sales Manager
Waterford Wedgwood
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Department Management: Oversaw operations, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Inventory Management: Managed stock ordering to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Logistics Coordination: Handled packing and organization of products for sale.
- Visual Merchandising: Designed displays to engage customers and drive sales.
- Customer Service Excellence: Addressed inquiries and resolved complaints to ensure satisfaction.
- Product Knowledge Development: Developed product expertise to offer tailored solutions.
Nanny
Micelli Family
01.2000 - 06.2000
- Driving Experience: Navigated streets of Rome for safe, timely transportation.
- Child Engagement Activities: Organized outings to boost social skills and cultural awareness.
- Language Support: Assisted children with English language practice.
- Day Trip Assistance: Supported children during educational trips to Florence and Naples.
- Shopping Responsibilities: Managed grocery and activity-related shopping.
- Household Management: Performed light housekeeping to maintain a clean environment.
Nanny
Bickford-Rockefeller Family
01.1999 - 03.1999
- Setting Up Play Experiences: Organize indoor/outdoor activities for children’s development, like arts, crafts, or sports.
- Library Visits: Take children to library for storytime, exploring books, and social interaction.
- Bathing: Supervise safe and enjoyable bath time, teaching hygiene practices.
- Cooking Meals: Plan nutritious meals, involve children in cooking, and teach healthy eating habits.
- Swimming: Supervise swimming, teach skills, and ensure safety around water.
- Helping with Holidays (Boston & Maine): Organize travel logistics, meals, and activities for a 3-week trip.
- Outings: Plan age-appropriate outings to zoos, parks, or cultural events for socialization and exploration.
Sales Consultant
Waterford Wedgwood
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Advised Clients: Provided tailored product recommendations to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Consultative Sales: Utilized sales techniques to assess customer needs and suggest relevant products/services.
- Stock/Registries: Managed stock inventory and handled ordering processes.
- Visual Merchandising: Designed and implemented appealing product displays.
- Special Events Planning: Coordinated and executed events to enhance customer engagement.
Education
Certificate III -
Children’s Services
12.2007
Certificate III -
Community Services Aged Care
12.2002
Skills
- Reliable & Trustworthy: Dependable with strong initiative and commonsense
- Hardworking & Motivated: Dedicated, adaptable, and flexible in all tasks
- Nurturing & Friendly: Excellent communication with a caring, approachable personality
- Professional & Punctual: Consistently punctual with a polished appearance
- Good with Change: Easily adapts to new situations
Timeline
Nanny
O’Neil Family
01.2006 - 01.2011
All Ages Support Worker
Surf Coast Shire/Aged and
01.2003 - 01.2004
All Ages Support Worker
Bass Coast Shire
01.2002 - 01.2003
Sales Manager
Waterford Wedgwood
01.2000 - 01.2002
Nanny
Micelli Family
01.2000 - 06.2000
Nanny
Bickford-Rockefeller Family
01.1999 - 03.1999
Sales Consultant
Waterford Wedgwood
01.1996 - 01.1999
Certificate III -
Community Services Aged Care
Certificate III -
Children’s Services
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