Childminders in Edinburgh

| I was a self employed childminder for 14 years. I started Valley Childminding with a friend in October 2007 as we wanted to work for ourselves. Due to health reasons with my business partner we closed the business in April 2020. I'm a hard worker who loves working with children it's all I wanted to do since I was at school and I want to stay in childcare as I feel that's where I belong. Due to my childminding career I have plenty ideas for activities, not afraid to get messy, go out in outings, cook meals and do some housework when necessary. I live near the Western General hospital but cause I don’t drive I would either have to get public transport to your house or walk if possible. Will be starting lessons when it's safe to do so. Due to the pandemic I had to give up my last nanny job due to the uncertainty of the virus & the parents working from home. I currently work in retail but obviousy want to get back in to childcare as that's where my passion lies.

| I am a Scottish Care inspectorate registered Childminder aged 45. I have two young children of my own aged, 5 and 2. We live in a quiet culdesac, just minutes from Broughton Street. We have a large enclosed garden with playhouse and slides for children to enjoy. I decided very soon after having my daughter I wanted to give up my professional career and work with children. My daughter, being very sensitive had an upsetting nursery experience, and being unable to source a childminder locally I decided to pursue this as my own vocation and help parents with similar needs. I also have lot of experience dealing with children with reflux, food allergies and intolerance. Available Saturday mornings.

| I am a very enthusiastic nanny, bringing a smile and can-do attitude to all elements to the children. I am highly creative and imaginative. Child minding for a family of 4 children, aged between 11 to 18 years old. Supporting and creating a safe atmosphere Assisting with homework Over night stay when their parents were away General house keeping duties Driving them to and from school For the past 3 years I have been a child minder for the Sinclair Family looking after their 2 boys. · manage the days by setting a plan for the week · after everyday evaluating with the boys how the day went and making changes with them where necessary · responsible for taking the boys to sporting activities and making sure they were encouraged and felt safe in their environment.

| I have attended a 6 week course for parents/carers of children in p1-3 with ASD (autism spectrum disorders). I have completed the triple p positive parenting programme. I have completed an introduction to childminding course. PVG registered. Fire safety approved. Registered food premises. Paediatric first aid. Certificate in child protection.

| I am a qualified childcare practitioner with experience from babies to 12 year old children. I have a SVQ level 3 in childcare. I have worked with children since leaving school. Within this time I have worked in various settings as a nanny, childminder, after school practitioner, pupil support within a school and council nurseries. Over my years of experience I believe that I am a valuable person and able to work well to nurture children in whatever setting that would be offered to me . I also feel it beneficial to work closely with families and have a good working relationship with them and their children.

| Practice Makes Progress is a childminding service with a difference. I have 21 years’ teaching experience in Secondary Mainstream & Special Education Schools in Edinburgh. My service will not only take the stress away from family life by providing wrap around care before and after school for your children, but I will also complete the homework tasks set by Bonaly Primary School. I am available for early drop offs, breakfast included. Late after school pick ups with tea available. I also cover In-Service days & school holidays. An evening one hour homework only session is also available Monday- Thursday 6.20-7.20pm P1-P7 all subjects covered S1-S3 Literacy based subjects only Nat 5 available on request Friday afternoon homework club also available

| My name is Kerry im 37yrs old,I'm married and a mother to 5 children, 1 boy 4 girls age from 5yrs to 17yrs,I've worked with all ages of children in after school clubs since I was 16yrs old within Edinburgh EH17 area now a registered childminder since 2014 with scma and care inspectorate, continuously updating my professional development while providing a warm,fun, safe and welcoming environment for all ages of children.

My name is Karen. I started childminding in July 2012. Previous to this I was an air stewardess for 14 years, looking after people young and old and for the past 8 years I have also been raising my own 2 children. I am fully qualified in First Aid and continue to take part in training to keep myself up to date with all aspects of childminding. I thoroughly enjoy welcoming children into our home setting and taking part in many activities including trips to the zoo, library, nature walks, the park, and many indoor activities including arts and crafts, stories, drawing, painting, puzzles and baking.

| My current availability is Monday - Friday 7.30 - 18.00 I am married with 3 daughters age 14,13 and 10. I love nothing more than spending time with them exploring or playing games. I have done volunteer work with adults and children with learning difficulties. We have 3 dogs family dog called Holly, Florence and Rudi. My rate is £5 ph with discounts for full days and siblings.