Qualified primary school teacher, and now also Ofsted registered nanny. Throughout my many years of childcare experience I've always been an advocate of child centred approach but since having my own child I've read widely around gentle / respectful parenting. I'm calm and friendly, whilst still holding firm boundaries. I love working with children of all ages and have an excellent understanding of child development and age appropriate expectations. I've been babysitting since I was a teenager, now in my 30s with my own small person. I have over ten years' teaching experience, ranging from preschool to university level. I have experience of working with children and adults with SEN and disabilities.