Joanna Lemon

A compassionate, reliable, and hardworking professional with an extensive background in nurturing regulated care environments, meticulous site management, and hands-on operational support. Having spent over a decade fostering growth, safety, and emotional stability in children and young people, most recently managing my own independent home-based childcare setting, I am now looking to channel my strong work ethic into something new. I hope that using my experience, physical capability, empathy, and lifelong, genuine love of animals, I can offer my commitment to the kennel assistant role at Berwick Animal Rescue Kennels.

Exceptionally patient, calm under pressure, and experienced in following strict safety protocols and structured daily routines to ensure the absolute welfare, comfort, and dignity of those in my care. As a lifelong nature and animal lover, I am also a proud adoptive owner of three littermate cats from B.A.R.K. since 2018.

OFSTED REGISTERED CHILDMINDER

(2025-10 - 2026-10)

• Managed an independent home childminding setting, providing nurturing, personalised care for primary-aged children while taking total responsibility for daily routines, rigorous hygiene standards, and policies/procedures and comprehensive risk assessments.
• Maintained meticulous records, parent partnerships, and operational procedures under strict data confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated high reliability, physical stamina, and flexibility to support families and children through varied daily needs.

INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT WORKER

(2023-06 - 2023-12)

• Provided tailored one-to-one home-based support for a young person with additional needs, fostering a calm, secure environment and helping them navigate daily routines with patience and reassurance.
• Organised and led structured daily activities and hands-on creative projects—such as baking, textiles, and crafts—building trust, engagement, and practical life skills.
• Maintained clear, confidential daily progress logs and communicated effectively with support networks while upholding professional standards.

ADDITIONAL NEEDS ASSISTANT

(2022-09 - 2022-12)

• Supported primary pupils with a range of complex learning and care needs, assisting with daily personal care routines, feeding, and mobility with patience and compassion.
• Facilitated active engagement in diverse enrichment programs and outdoor learning, including forest school, learning outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Provided a consistent, reassuring presence, helping individuals feel secure, valued, and settled throughout the day.

EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER

(2022-05 - 2022-08)

• Worked closely with children aged five to seven experiencing challenging behaviours and anxiety, utilising a nurturing, non-confrontational, and patient approach to build trust and emotional stability.
• Adapted environments, daily routines, and approaches to learning to maintain a calm, structured, and predictable atmosphere for those needing extra reassurance.
• Monitored individual wellbeing closely, maintaining a supportive environment to help each child feel safe and secure.

Educational Consultant and Online Teacher

(2020 - 2021)

• Developed structured learning programmes, managed remote daily routines, and maintained meticulous progress records and stakeholder communications.

Sessional Lecturer and Childminder

(2011 - 2020)

• Delivered community adult education craft courses and ran an independent, Ofsted-registered home setting (achieving an Outstanding rating), demonstrating absolute commitment to safety, environment management, and high cleanliness standards.

Primary Teacher and Specialist Art Teacher - London

(2008 - 2010)

• Planned and delivered targeted support, managed classroom environments, and built strong, supportive relationships with diverse learners across London settings.

Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 Class Teacher / Inclusion Manager - London, Scotland, and Western Australia

(1999 - 2007)

• Held various permanent teaching and inclusion leadership roles across primary schools in London, Scotland, and Western Australia, overseeing classroom organisation, pupil welfare, and daily institutional routines.

Teaching BEd (Hons) 2:1 - University College Chester (1995 - 1999)

A Level - Art: B, English Literature: C - Wolfreton Sixth Form College, Kirkella, Hull

Nine GCSEs, Grades A–C - Wolfreton Upper School, Kirkella, Hull