Chamagne Ellis

A qualified and experienced individual who has worked in the education/childcare industry for many years. Holds a mature and reliable attitude. Has worked professionally with children, their parents and company staff demonstrating effective team work to coordinate various activities or take direction from others. Has lots of energy and enjoys keeping busy. Is patient and supportive and now looking to further utilise the skills and experience gained.

Childcare Assistant - Dizzy's Kids Club

(2020-01)

Working in a Holiday and After-school club

• Undertaking school pickups
• Caring for children aged 5 to 11 years
• Ensuring food preparation in line with specific dietary needs for the children
• General cleaning of all areas to maintain a safe environment

Childcare Assistant - Giddy Zebras Nursery

(2017-01 - 2019-12)

• Key worker for children aged 0 to 5
• Undertaking all SEN work
• Delivering various creative activities including Tapestry work
• Responsible for Journals

Childcare Assistant - Giggles Day Nursery

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

• All duties as above at Giddy Zebras Nursery

Full time parent

(2015-01 - 2017-12)

Caring for my own young children while seeking work

Nursery Assistant - Busy Bees Nursery - Colton Mill

(2014-01 - 2015-12)

• Key worker for 0-4 year olds
• Feeding, changing nappies, outdoor and indoor play
• Setting up daily activities, sensory play, nurturing
• Working in a team or independently

Volunteer Teaching Assistant - Seacroft Grange Primary School - Leeds

(2011-01 - 2012-12)

Working with children aged 0-3 and then ages 4-5

• Planning activities to promote learning and development, including setting up all equipment and resources
• Working with children both 1:1 and taking responsibility for groups
• Guided reading
• Regular communication with the teachers and educational support staff to take direction and share any concerns
• Helping children including those with special educational needs (learning and physical disabilities)
• Encouraging and supervising indoor and outdoor play
• Making displays, keeping the classroom clean and safe and maintaining a positive learning environment

Volunteer Teaching Assistant - Gipton Children's Day Centre - Leeds

(2010-01 - 2011-12)

Working with children aged 0-3 and then ages 4-5

• Planning activities to promote learning and development, including setting up all equipment and resources
• Working with children both 1:1 and taking responsibility for groups
• Guided reading
• Regular communication with the teachers and educational support staff to take direction and share any concerns
• Helping children including those with special educational needs (learning and physical disabilities)
• Encouraging and supervising indoor and outdoor play
• Making displays, keeping the classroom clean and safe and maintaining a positive learning environment

CACHE Level 3 and Level 2 - Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools – QCF and Pre-School Practice - Leeds City College (2010-01 - 2012-12)

Story Stacks - Wykebeck School (2011-01 - 2011-12)

Working with your Child to Develop Literacy and Numeracy and IT Skills - Wykebeck School (2011-01 - 2011-12)

Basketball Coaching Award - Parklane College (2000-01 - 2000-12)

Fitness and Health and Safety - Parklane College (2000-01 - 2000-12)

GCSEs - English, Maths, Food and Hygiene - Agnes Stewart High School (1997-01 - 1997-12)