Gemma

Nursery Practitioner

I have worked in childcare for 9 years and have worked with various age groups from 3 months to 5 years. For me I’ve always wanted to work with children since having my own 18 years ago. I find it extremely rewarding to be able to nurture and teach young minds, and excitement on their faces when they’ve achieved something new is incredible. I don’t think I could see myself doing anything else. To be able to work at Monkey Puzzle in such beautiful surroundings and with people dedicated to their role and the children in their care is an amazing opportunity and I can’t wait to learn new ways of teaching and giving the children new experiences. In my spare time I love to spend it with my family going into London and exploring new places not yet seen in the city. I love to go out for meals, to watch films and to concerts.

Interesting fact about me…

As my dad is American and I have family there so I could have dual nationality if I chose to.

Qualifications and Training

• NVQ level 2 Diploma for Children & Young People’s Workforce
• Prevent/FGM
• Food Hygiene
• Safeguarding
• Paediatric First Aid