All our staff are committed, highly motivated and approachable. We strive to provide a happy, homely, learning and caring environment. Our staff have all undergone the mandatory enhanced DBS checks which enable them to work with children. We feel professional development is an extremely important factor in our team. We regularly attend a wide variety of training to keep our knowledge up to date. Our staffing ratios are inline with the national standards for full day care.
These are as follows:
1 Staff Member : 3 Children
0 - 2 years
1 Staff Member : 5 Children
2 - 3 years
1 Staff Member : 8 Children
3 - 5 years
Our staffing ratios comply with the requirements of statutory requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.
I am one of the new Managing Directors of Little Cygnets alongside my husband Scott. I have many years working with children with additional needs. Firstly, as a support assistant then trained to be a primary school teacher before returning to a SEND school to teach for 7 years in early years and key stage 1. I have worked with a range of children especially those with a diagnosis of Autism and communication. I am Forest School trained and love the outdoors. We decided we wanted a new challenge and can't wait for this new adventure. I love travelling and exploring the world and taking our dachshund Frankie on long walks.
I am the new managing director alongside my wife Jess. I have 11 years of experience as a Primary SEN teacher, specialising in supporting children’s social, emotional, and mental health needs. In addition to my teaching role, I served as the lead for relationship support and was also the Art Coordinator. When I’m not at Little Cygnets, I work as a private hire driver in Newcastle, or you can find me out walking my little dachshund, Frankie.
I have many years experience in working in early years. I hold a level 3 in childcare. In my spare time I love to bake and spend time with my partner, going on walks with our dog cookie.
I work at Little Cygnets part time, I hold a level 3 in Childcare. I love spending time with my little family going on outings and walks together. My favourite time of year is Christmas, it's such a magical time of year!
Hello I'm Chloe, I have worked at Little Cygnets since August 2019. I hold a Level 3 in Childcare. I like to spend time with my little boy, friends and family, going out for meals and shopping.
Hi, my name is Rachel. I have been at Little Cygnets for 4 years now, I am now a Room Leader with a level 3 qualification in childcare, currently studying to gain my level 5 in Early Education. I have worked in childcare for 13 years, I live locally with my husband and my 4 children.
I started working at Little Cygnets Childcare April 2021, I am currently completing an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare. I hold a level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care, level 2 in Childcare, recently I have completed training in Safeguarding and Sexual Exploitation. In my spare time, I enjoy socialising with my friends and family, going on long walks with my french bulldog called Sonny.
Hello my name is Leanne, I have worked at Little Cygnets since June 2021. I hold a level 3 in Childcare and have many years experience working with different age groups. I love to watch children learn, grow and enjoy their time at nursery. In my spare time I love spending time with my family especially my little boy Harry.
Hello my name is Stephanie, I started working at Little Cygnets in July 2021. I am currently completing an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare to go alongside my BTEC in Health and Social Care qualification and Level 2 in Childcare. I enjoy spending time with my friends and pets.
Hello, my name is Helen. I started working at Little Cygnets in June 2022. I hold a NVQ level 3 in childcare, I have over 9 years experience of working with children.
I have many years experience of working in Early Years. I have my level 3 in childcare. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and going on long walks with my dog.
I'm Alexia, I joined Little Cygnets in January 2023. I hold a Level 3 in Childcare and have over 5 years experience of working in early years. I like going to the gym and spending time with my friends and family.
Hello my name is Emma, I started working at Little Cygnets in June 2023. I am currently completing an NVQ Level 2 in Childcare alongside my Btec in Health and Social Care qualification. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
Hello I'm Suzanne, I hold a Level 3 in Childcare. I have many years of experience in childcare working with different age groups. I love to see the children enjoy having fun with their friends as they play and learn. In my spare time I enjoy the theatre, going out for food with friends and family and going for walks down the coast.
I have over 10 years of experience working in childcare. I hold a level 3 certificate in Early Year's Educator and have most recently completed my CACHE Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. I am a firm believer in learning through play and creating opportunities for children to have new experiences. I love spending time with my family, especially when we watch Disney films and go out for meals.
We're always looking for suitably qualified Early Years Practitioners to join our professional team. Think you've got what it takes? Head over to our recruitment page
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