
Melvyn Owusu
Early Years Room Manager
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About
Experienced and dedicated Early Years Room Manager with a strong track record of leading high-quality early years provision and supporting children's development from birth to five years. Skilled in delivering engaging, inclusive learning experiences aligned with the EYFS framework, mentoring staff and maintaining strong safeguarding and welfare standards. Recognised for contributing to national discussions within the early years sector, including participation in a professional interview with the Department for Education highlighting the importance of early childhood development.
Further acknowledged through an invitation to a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in recognition of contributions to the education sector. Passionate about creating nurturing, safe and stimulating environments where children can thrive socially, emotionally and academically.
Experience
Room Manager at N Family Club (2021-06 – Present)
- Lead and manage the daily running of the room, ensuring high-quality learning and care provision
- Plan, deliver and evaluate engaging EYFS-based learning activities supporting developmental milestones
- Support, mentor and supervise staff, modelling best practice and supporting professional development
- Monitor and assess children's progress, identifying next steps and adapting learning opportunities to meet individual needs
- Provide targeted 1:1 support for children requiring additional support
- Maintain high safeguarding, health and safety and welfare standards
- Develop strong partnerships with parents and carers to support children's learning and wellbeing
- Promote equality, diversity and inclusive practice across the setting
- Contribute to quality improvement through reflective practice and collaborative team working
- Selected to participate in a national early years awareness interview with the Department for Education, contributing professional insight into the importance of early childhood development and high-quality early years provision
- Invited to attend a Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in recognition of professional contribution and commitment to supporting children and families within the education sector
Education
BA in Media Studies – Anglia Ruskin University (2015 – 2018)
Level 3 in Early Years Educator Qualification