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TEAM
Where the Passion Begins
Passionate, dedicated, and loving, Shenley Church End Preschool teachers love their work and it shows in everything they do. Our goal is to make a positive difference in young children who come to our Preschool.
JODIE O'GRADY
Pre School Manager
A bit about me:
I have 2 children of the ages of 10 and 15!
I have always enjoyed working in childcare. I love spending time with my children and getting crafty.
I do lots of fundraising for my sons charity as my son has complex medical needs.
My experience:
Level 4 childcare
Safeguarding lead
First aid
Senco
Safer Recruitment
Fire safety
I am a SENCO for the preschool and hold a level 4 qualification in Childhood and Youth Studies and currently working towards my level 5 leadership and management course.
I started my journey at 17 years old when I child-minded for a family friend for many years. When my children were in pre-school, I volunteered as a parent helper. I have experience working with vulnerable families. It was whilst working at the pre-school with my daughter that I discovered my passion for working with SEN children on a 1-2-1 basis.
I am passionate about working with parents because I know how much easier the journey together is when we work as a team.
I Find working with children rewarding and it's my biggest passion.
GEMMA EDWARDS
Deputy Manager
Job role: Level 3 Early years educator, Safeguarding lead and First Aid trained
A little bit about me: I have 3 children and had been eager to invest in a career change for some time. Now that my children are at school, I am really interested at studying to keep extending my pratice. I have an enhanced DBS check as my mother is a Foster Carer. I have a keen interest in SEN and using my experience as a parent to support the school. I'm eager to learn and am really excited to incorporate my studies with my working journey.
AMNA
Bank staff , working towards level 2
Amna has been our rock since going our preschool as bank staff and is always willing to cover when we need her. We are very proud to say that she recently completed her maths and English exams.
I am currently working as bank staff for the preschool , I have completed safeguarding and studied towards a level 2 , I support the pre school with EAL.
I have 3 children and I like to cook different things. My favourite subject is maths and I like learning new things.
RUTH
Pre school administrator
I am the friendly administrator who answers all your admission and payment queries , I have worked at the pre school over 12 years ,I worked in the setting and re located with family and now continue to work with the pre school remotely.
KIERA
Level 2 early years educator & currently a level 3 apprentice
Keira has taken the role of joint EAL (English as an Additional Language) officer and is bringing lots of new ideas to the preschool.
I have just recently completed my level 2 in childcare and will be working with the preschool to complete my level 3. I have a younger niece who I enjoy taking care of, I find passion in helping children learn and develop. I enjoy learning new things about the younger generation and helping them become their own individuals. My favourite subject at school was always drama I enjoy being creative and finding new ways to have fun!
TINA
Level 3 early years educator
Tina is Level 3 qualified and will be our 3rd in charge to provide extra support if the deputy or manager is out of setting. We have been very exited to see how much progress she's made since joining us in September 2022.
I’ve got 3 grown up children and 1 granddaughter. I’ve been in childcare for 16 years and have always been passionate about working with children. I enjoy baking & family time.
CAILEY
Level 2 early years educator
Cailey will soon be undertaking her SEN training and will be supporting Jodie in the SENCO role.
I have a huge passion for making a difference to children's lives and my main passion is SEN
I work in a specialised school part time and I work at Shenley Church End pre school as bank staff.
I have an amazing daughter just starting school.
MEGAN MCCRICKARD
Level 3 apprentice
Megan has joined our team on a level 3 apprenticeship course. She has taken on the role of joint EAL (English as an Additional Language) officer. We are sure she is going bring lots of fresh new ideas to the setting.
KERRY - ANNE
Level 3 apprentice
Kerry - Anne has going our team to start her apprenticeship journey to level 3. She will also be teaching the children Irish dancing which we are very excited about. Kerry-Anne is our First aid officer which is an important role to make sure all our first aid is up to date.