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10
Working Together to Safeguard Children
Sophie Brown ­ Pre-School Practitioner
"From when I used to help my mother childmind, I have always found
working with children enjoyable and rewarding.

Over the last couple of years I have had a variety of experiences
working with children of different ages and abilities. For two years I
volunteered at a
D
rama
G
roup for children of 5-6 years
with Downs
Syndrome, which I found a worthwhile, productive experience. I have
completed work experience at key stage 1 & 2 level. In my spare time I have a
number of families I babysit for.

As well as working with
F
oundations I am currently undertaking a
F
oundation
D
egree
in
E
arly
C
hildhood
S
tudies. I am very grateful for the opportunity given to me by
Foundations to be part of their supportive team.
Relevant Qualifications and Training:
GCSE in Child Development
A levels in Health and Social Care and Art,
Paediatric First Aid
Laura Carrington ­ Pre-School Practitioner

"I have worked with children since I was seventeen and qualified to
NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education in 2004. In my roles previously
to joining Foundations, I helped to set up and run an after school club
and holiday club in Frimley.

After spending two and a half years working with older children, I
wanted to return to working with pre-school age children and spent some time
working in a Day Nursery as a Deputy Manager.

I enjoy partaking in lots of different sports including, badminton, archery and
football, and have recently completed my Level 1 FA Football Coaching Award.

When I'm not with my two boys, I enjoy making birthday cakes and face painting at
birthday parties and school fairs.

I am currently studying for my degree in Early Years and I'm excited to be part of the
team at Foundations."

Relevant Qualifications and Training:
NVQ 3 in Childcare and Education
Surrey Safeguarding
Early Years First Aid Cert
FA Level 1 Football Coaching
Various courses run by Surrey.