Serena Patel

Experience

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  Heathfield School GDST

  Sept 2011 - Jul 2012

  Peer Supporter

  I was given the role of peer supporter to the year 8 class, where my role involved being there for my class and listening to their problems they may have encountered. Understanding, patience and supporting skills were necessary for this role.

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  Hatch End Day Nursery

  Dec 2011 - Dec 2011

  Assistant Preschool Teacher

  In association with Heathfield School, I completed a work experience placement, with Hatch End Day Nursery (formerly Asquith Nursery).

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  Heathfield School GDST

  Oct 2013 - Jul 2014

  As a sixth former, we took part in working weekly with our community for the school's community service scheme. During my autumn term placement, I was working with other pupils, assisting the elderly with their computer skills, known as "Silver Surfers". For the spring term, I moved teams, working with children at Cannon Lane Primary School. We supported the teacher and pupils in year 6 with tasks. During my sixth form experience, I took part in tutoring children English in the younger years.

  • Student Helper

    Sept 2013 - Jul 2014

  • Student Tutor

    Oct 2013 - Dec 2013
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  Self-employed

  Jan 2014 - Aug 2016

  Babysitter

  While doing babysitting, I show responsibility, time management and communication to both parents and children. I would look after children whilst their parents were out, this included over-night stays.

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  Pinner Methodist Church

  Aug 2014 - Sept 2020

  I helped to run activities at my local Methodist church, involving leadership roles, working on the spot, and communicating with the children, staff, and parents. I was responsible for many aspects, from stage management to technological support during services. I participated in a Holiday club which run during the summer holidays at my local Methodist Church. Through this involvement I have developed my team work, leadership and creativity skills, assisting and planning group activities.

  • Sunday School Teacher

    Jul 2013 - Sept 2020

  • Holiday Club Assistant

    Aug 2014 - Aug 2017
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  Pinner Parish Pre-School

  Sept 2015 - Jul 2016

  Pre-School Assistant

  I worked as a classroom assistant, for 3-4 days a week with approximately 25 children ranging from 2 to 5 years of age.

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  Pinner Playtime

  Sept 2015 - Jul 2016

  Toddler Group Assistant

  I volunteered at a baby and toddler group, working mornings for 1-2 days a week. This was a part of the Pinner Methodist Church.

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  Pinner Parish Pre-School

  Sept 2016 - Jul 2017

  I worked as a classroom assistant, for 3-4 days a week with approximately 25 children ranging from 2 to 5 years of age. I worked as a classroom assistant, for 1 day a week with approximately 25 children ranging from 2 to 5 years of age.

  • Pre-School Assistant

    May 2017 - Jul 2017

  • Pre-School Assistant

    Sept 2016 - May 2017
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  Pinner Playtime

  May 2017 - Jul 2017

  Toddler Group Assistant

  I volunteered at a baby and toddler group, working mornings for 1 day a week. This was a part of the Pinner Methodist Church.

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  Pinner Parish Pre-School

  Sept 2017 - Jul 2018

  I worked as a classroom assistant, for 3-4 days a week with approximately 25 children ranging from 2 to 5 years of age. I worked as a classroom assistant, for one day a week with approximately 25 children ranging from 2 to 5 years of age.

  • Pre-School Assistant

    May 2018 - Jul 2018

  • Pre-School Assistant

    Sept 2017 - May 2018
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  Pinner Playtime

  May 2018 - Jul 2018

  Toddler Group Assistant

  I volunteered at a baby and toddler group, working mornings for 1 day a week. This was a part of the Pinner Methodist Church.

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  Little Garden Day Nurseries

  Jan 2019 - Aug 2019

  Bank Staff Nursery Educator

  I worked at Little Gardens Day Nursery and Pre-School, in Kentish town. This nursery catered for children from 3 months to 5 years, all day (7:30am - 6:30pm). My main placement was in the toddler room, however, I have also been in both the baby and pre-school room.

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  Noah's Ark Playscheme

  May 2019 - May 2019

  Play Assistant

  I worked, during the Easter holidays as a Play Assistant at Noah’s Ark Holiday Club, providing care to children with disabilities, aged 5-16 years of age. Each day we were assigned 1 to 2 children. http://www.noahsarkplayscheme.co.uk/

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  Ludwick Nursery

  Sept 2019 - Jul 2020

  Child and Adult Workforce Teacher

  I worked at Ludwick Nursery, catering for 80 children aged 3-5 years. I worked 4 days a week. However, due to covid-19, I started working 3 days a week, through bubble classes.

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  Southfield School

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2020

  Child and Adult Workforce Teacher

  I worked at a Special Needs and Disability school, assisting and observing classroom experiences for children from early years to year 6.

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  Woolenwick Infant And Nursery School

  Mar 2020 - Mar 2020

  Child and Adult Workforce Teacher

  I worked 4 days a week at WoolenWick in a Year 1 class. I taught and team taught lessons with my mentor in a range of subjects such as, Maths, English and PSHE.

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  Ludwick Nursery

  Nov 2020 - Jul 2021

  Learning Support Assistant

  I was working as a class teacher and 1:1. Working 4-5 days a week in a bubble class of 30 children ages 3-4. My roles included supporting a child with special educational needs, preparing activities, supporting the class teachers and taking on the role of class teacher.

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  Kingswood Nursery School

  Sept 2021 - now

  Key Person - Childcare Practitioner

  Currently working as a Key Person - Childcare Practitioner at Kingswood Nursery School. I am working with children aged 2-3 years, with a key group of 9 children.