A self-motivated, enthusiastic, reliable and trustworthy individual. Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Enthusiastic with a wealth of experience working with chi
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A self-motivated, enthusiastic, reliable and trustworthy individual. Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Enthusiastic with a wealth of experience working with children and adults in many successful creative ventures.
Manager - The Nurture School - Shoreham
(2026-04)
I left my atelierista role to join a new school opening in Shoreham. This was inspired by my passion in the importance of nurturing children's well-being as this I believe is the essential foundation to enable children to relax, be themselves and learn, play and thrive in all areas of their lives. Unfortunately we've struggled to gain children so I'm now looking for something else equally meaningful.
Atelierista/ Art Educator - Pumpkin Patch Nurseries - Brighton
(2025-01 - 2026-04)
I returned to my previous nursery setting as feel strongly about a more child centred 'Reggio Emilia' inspired approach. Please see previous post for details of responsibilities though I'm now working with the younger children focusing on an immersive multi sensory practice.
Deputy Room Leader - Tarnerland Nursery School - Brighton
(2022-11 - 2024-12)
Responsible for the care, well being, planning & implementation of rich varied activities for the learning & development of a large group of 3-5 year olds. I had12 key children and a sound knowledge of the EYFS framework responsible for observations and assessments to record and share their learning and development.
Group Head of Art/ SENCO/ deputy manager duties - Hove Village Day Nursery - Brighton
(2022-01 - 2022-11)
I worked in a private nursery responsible for the care, well being, learning and development of children ages 0-4years. I led a group of 8 artists working over 3 nurseries and was part of the management team involved with the safety, welfare, planning and learning/ training of all children and educators.
Atelierista/ pedagogical lead/deputy manager - Pumpkin Patch Nurseries - Brighton
(2019-03 - 2022-01)
I was working as an atelierista/ pedagogical lead and room leader for the older preschool children. My role as an atelierista and pedagogical lead was incredibly rewarding as I worked with the children to enable them to express their ideas and theories using a wide range of materials as vehicles for self expression. I strongly believe a child's well being is the most important factor to enable them to thrive and learn.
I was proud to achieve my Early years teacher status this year and am enjoying the extra challenges and responsibility this qualification has offered me.
Mindfulness and multi sensory art workshop facilitator - Blatchington Court Trust - Hove
(2016)
I've been facilitating multi sensory immersive experiences for children and adults with visual impairments. This involves the planning and running art, craft and textile sessions for children and adults with visual impairments.
Freelance art, craft and textile children's workshop leader & teacher delivering themed role play history sessions - The Royal Pavilions Libraries & Museums - Brighton
(2001-05 - 2020-04)
Involves creating and running themed educational art, craft, creative writing and textile sessions for up to 30 children of mixed ages and abilities which included handling the museums' collections, singing and story telling. Also conducting outreach programs for nursery schools and various school teaching roles!
Sensory play facilitator 'Babies in Museums' - The Royal Pavilions Libraries & Museums - Brighton
(2015 - 2020-03)
Developing and running multi sensory exploratory play sessions for babies aged 0-18 months.
Exhibition assistant and workshop leader - Fabrica Gallery
(2005 - 2020-03)
Assisting with the installation of exhibitions, various front of house duties and the running of workshops in support of artists such as Anish Kapoor, Brian Griffiths and Jacques Nimko on a voluntary basis.
Mindfulness and multi sensory art workshop facilitator - Fabrica Gallery
(2017-04 - 2019-09)
Art facilitator for children with additional needs. Researching, planning, advertising and running multi sensory art workshops inclusive for all children inspired by the current exhibition.
Altelierista/Arts Educator - Little Barn Owls Nursery & Farm School - Horsham
(2018-03 - 2019-03)
I worked at this Reggio Emilia inspired forest school nursery with children ages 18 months to 4 years as an arts educator on child led projects, supporting children to use a wide range of materials for self expression. I attended training sessions during my time with Little Barm Owls to further my own professional development and practice.
Artist - SAME SKY CELEBRATORY ARTS
(2002 - 2012-09)
Art facilitator for art and craft workshops and assisting running of 'Otherworld' multi sensory project for children with additional needs and their families. Assisting and running busy art and sculpture sessions in the lead up to 'The Children's parade' section of the Brighton festival and 'The Burning of the Clocks' winter solstice event. Also involved in performance and costume design and more recently the multi sensory 'Otherworld' performances in theatres and schools in East Sussex.
Proprietor - 'OVER THE MOON' PAPIER-MACHE
(1993 - 2001)
Ran my own successful craft business designing, making and selling a range of papier-mâché items from my own stall at Covent Garden's popular craft market and direct to retailers in the UK and abroad. Won funding from The Princes Youth Business Trust and was featured in various national interiors magazines. Organised and led weekend workshops for adults based on my work and ideas.
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability - Special Education Needs and Disability - The Skills network (2022-01 - 2022-05)
Master's in Early Years Teacher Status - Early Years Education - University of Chichester (2020-09 - 2021-06)
Master's in Inclusive Arts Practice - Inclusive Arts Practice - University of Brighton (2015 - 2017)
Bachelor's in Fine Art Sculpture - Fine Art Sculpture - Brighton University (2006 - 2010)
Experimental Textiles - Textiles - Connaught Centre (2003 - 2006)
Diploma in Art and Design - Art and Design - City College (2003 - 2005)
City and Guilds level 2 in care and education - Care and Education - City College (2002 - 2003)
Fine Art - Fine Art - Phoenix Art College (2001 - 2002)
Sculpture and ceramics - Sculpture and Ceramics - St Mary's College (1999 - 2000)
Diploma in Interior Design - Interior Design - Richmond College (1991 - 1993)
O Levels - General Education - West Bridgford School (1979 - 1984)
